foxton news is brought to you by the team at Horowhenua Mail
Recent posts
Thank you for using Neighbourly
Five more police firearm amnesty and gun collection events have been added in central district. The…
When: Thursday 10th October 9am-1pm Today, all welcome
Where: 119 Bartholomew Rd
Selling: homebaking, kids preloved books, toys clothes etc, kindling, sausage sizzle & lots more! Cash only & don't forget your bags.
See you then!
The National Party is considering a policy of fining parents $3000 if their children drop out of school and don't enter further education or training.
Simon Bridges says "The reality is if you're not in work, education or training, you're going to be languishing in a dole … View moreThe National Party is considering a policy of fining parents $3000 if their children drop out of school and don't enter further education or training.
Simon Bridges says "The reality is if you're not in work, education or training, you're going to be languishing in a dole queue, and the evidence is potentially for a long time". Do you agree with this policy? Should parents be fined?
An important breakthrough for affected property owners, local residents, businesses and the region. NZTA to go ahead with the road designation work. Thanks for those supporters and neighbours that spoke up.
www.nzherald.co.nz...
Plans to secure a solid future for the Capital Connection have moved a little further down the line …
Our KiwiRail team will be in your neighborhood carrying out ballast cleaning operations to replace the old ballast (stones under the track) with new ballast to make sure it continues to hold the tracks firmly in place for a smooth ride. If you live along the railway you’ll notice some noise … View moreOur KiwiRail team will be in your neighborhood carrying out ballast cleaning operations to replace the old ballast (stones under the track) with new ballast to make sure it continues to hold the tracks firmly in place for a smooth ride. If you live along the railway you’ll notice some noise and if you live on North Manakau road you will have restricted access on the afternoon of Sunday 13th October. We apologise for the inconvenience and thank you for your patience. More information: Contact us here
Palmerston North mayor Grant Smith and city council staff, along with mayoral contenders Andy Asquit…
Getting a confirmed route for the Ōtaki to north of Levin highway and safety improvements to existin…
I am looking forward to the results - only 9 days away. Hopefully we can then drill down to get accurate information. Meanwhile two important things do do if they have not already been done. 1] get your votes posted to Christchurch and 2] make sure you and your children have had their measles … View moreI am looking forward to the results - only 9 days away. Hopefully we can then drill down to get accurate information. Meanwhile two important things do do if they have not already been done. 1] get your votes posted to Christchurch and 2] make sure you and your children have had their measles immunisation. Both impact on the well-being of our Communities.
Local Government New Zealand is urging people to post their voting papers on Vote Day – Saturday 5 October 2019.
All voting papers must be returned to the relevant council by midday on Saturday 12 October, and voters need to factor in the time it will take the papers to get through the postal … View moreLocal Government New Zealand is urging people to post their voting papers on Vote Day – Saturday 5 October 2019.
All voting papers must be returned to the relevant council by midday on Saturday 12 October, and voters need to factor in the time it will take the papers to get through the postal system.
New Zealand Post advises that the Standard Post delivery target is up to 3 working days for nationwide delivery, while delivery to and from rural areas may take longer. However, these targets are guides only, and are not guaranteed – delivery may take longer.
Visit www.nzpost.co.nz... to find your nearest post box or office. To get more information on your local candidates, visit policylocal.nz and local council websites for both information and meet the candidate schedules.
“Some of the main reasons people give for not voting are they forgot, ran out of time or were too busy,” says LGNZ Chief Executive Malcolm Alexander.
“So to make sure people give themselves the best chance to have their say we are encouraging people to vote early on what we’ve dubbed Vote Day. Fill out your papers during the week and then to pop them in the paid envelope and into the nearest post box on Saturday 5 October.”
“Voting papers have to arrive at council offices by midday Saturday 12 October, so sending them in on Vote Day gives them plenty of time to get through the postal system.”
Mr Alexander says it is important New Zealanders participate in the selection of the people who will make decisions that affect most people’s lives on a daily basis.
“Local government shapes the place that you live. It’s the pavements you walk on, the roads where you drive, the water you drink, shower in and swim in, your parks, libraries and swimming pools where you take the kids,” Mr Alexander says.
“There’s been a lot of robust public conversation around climate change, the housing crisis, the quality of our water and our transport options, and now is the time to turn that conversation into a vote that influences your local leadership.”
“Voters can still post their papers after 5 October, but there is no harm in doing it earlier,” Mr Alexander says.
Eligible voters who didn’t enrol before 16 August won’t receive their papers in the mail, but can make a special vote by visiting their local council offices, or by contacting their Council Electoral Officer.
What: ‘Vote Day’
When: Saturday 5 October 2019
Why: Make sure you have your say by voting early
How: Visit www.nzpost.co.nz... to find your nearest post box or office. To get more information on your local candidates, visit policylocal.nz and local council websites for both information and meet the candidate schedules.
The amazing Marian Campbell and friend Kay Garland have taken off on their journey along the Te Araroa trail from Cape Reinga to Bluff.
She's raising funds for the youth in our programmes and we'll keep you updated throughout her journey.
Thank you for inspiring us and showing young … View moreThe amazing Marian Campbell and friend Kay Garland have taken off on their journey along the Te Araroa trail from Cape Reinga to Bluff.
She's raising funds for the youth in our programmes and we'll keep you updated throughout her journey.
Thank you for inspiring us and showing young people across Aotearoa that what they have inside is greater than any obstacle.
Kia kaha Marian and Kay!
Here at Neighbourly HQ we love watching sports together - and know many of our members do too. We want to put the challenge out there - how about watching the games with your neighbours? *** We have TEN $50 Countdown vouchers to give away! Enter by commenting on our blog here. ***
If you like the pattern on a particular wallpaper but it’s not the right colour or scale, why not use it as inspiration for your own paint project?
Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene.
Find out how to create this quick and easy project yourself
© Neighbourly 2026
Loading…
