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277 days ago

Ride on the Thames Train

Margaret from Thames

Take a joyful ride on the rail line through Victoria Park, Watch the swing-span open on Historic Kopu Bridge, check out the NZ native bird artworks, and Birds of a Feather creations by Jenny, and beautiful Thames Coast paintings at The Pumphouse during Thames Heritage Festival 29 September to 1 … View moreTake a joyful ride on the rail line through Victoria Park, Watch the swing-span open on Historic Kopu Bridge, check out the NZ native bird artworks, and Birds of a Feather creations by Jenny, and beautiful Thames Coast paintings at The Pumphouse during Thames Heritage Festival 29 September to 1 October - thamesheritage.co.nz

277 days ago

Have you got a favourite family recipe for strawberries?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours, we're looking forward to spring and summer, and strawberries! Well, right now particularly we are looking for strawberry recipes for the magazine. Send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz by September 17, 2023. Every published recipe wins a copy of the November issue of… View moreDear neighbours, we're looking forward to spring and summer, and strawberries! Well, right now particularly we are looking for strawberry recipes for the magazine. Send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz by September 17, 2023. Every published recipe wins a copy of the November issue of NZ Gardener.

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277 days ago

Create your free Will...

The Team from Momentum Waikato

Momentum Waikato and Tompkins Wake are making it easier to create or update your Will.

Go to tompkinswake.com/create-your-free-will during September - enter your details in the template and it generates your legal Will. Sign it, get it witnessed and lodge it with a lawyer of your choice, no … View more
Momentum Waikato and Tompkins Wake are making it easier to create or update your Will.

Go to tompkinswake.com/create-your-free-will during September - enter your details in the template and it generates your legal Will. Sign it, get it witnessed and lodge it with a lawyer of your choice, no obligation to use Tompkins Wake. If your affairs are complex, you will still need legal advice.

Providing for your loved ones is the priority, but you may also wish to leave a bequest to support a charity or your community, and Momentum can make your gift-in-will last forever.
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280 days ago

Poll: When's too early for DIY?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We can all generally agree that noise from loud music or parties in the early hours of Sunday is a no-no. But when is it okay to fire up the power tools, leaf blower or lawn mower on a Sunday morning?

Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the We Say You Say… View more
We can all generally agree that noise from loud music or parties in the early hours of Sunday is a no-no. But when is it okay to fire up the power tools, leaf blower or lawn mower on a Sunday morning?

Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the We Say You Say column of your local paper.

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When's too early for DIY?
  • 5.7% Afternoons are for DIY. Never mornings.
    5.7% Complete
  • 30.8% Anytime before 10am is too early.
    30.8% Complete
  • 25.7% 8am is early, but acceptable.
    25.7% Complete
  • 37.8% I'd let them away with 9am.
    37.8% Complete
1835 votes
278 days ago

Taking New Zealand Forward

Scott Simpson

National will get our country back on track by rebuilding the economy to reduce the cost of living, restoring law and order and improving our schools and healthcare.

This election is an opportunity for change and the chance to get New Zealand back on track. I will be a strong local MP focused on… View more
National will get our country back on track by rebuilding the economy to reduce the cost of living, restoring law and order and improving our schools and healthcare.

This election is an opportunity for change and the chance to get New Zealand back on track. I will be a strong local MP focused on delivering solutions to the issues that matter most to you and our communities.

So, this election vote for Scott Simpson, your local National MP and together we will get Coromandel Back on Track.
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278 days ago

Pan for Gold

Margaret from Thames

Test your luck at panning for gold at Thames School of Mines, Stitch and knit at Thames Museum, Visit your past at Old North School Tararu photograph exhibition, Learn how to digitise your precious photos at The Treasury, plus more at Thames Heritage Festival 29 September to 1 October - … View moreTest your luck at panning for gold at Thames School of Mines, Stitch and knit at Thames Museum, Visit your past at Old North School Tararu photograph exhibition, Learn how to digitise your precious photos at The Treasury, plus more at Thames Heritage Festival 29 September to 1 October - thamesheritage.co.nz

279 days ago

Fancy $100 to spend?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We've randomly drawn five lucky members to win our $100 Prezzy® cards - you can use these anywhere. Congratulations to:

Margaret Ewers of Richmond
Barbara Meurk of Feilding
Mustafa Arshad of Mount Roskill
Jared Welsh of Greymouth
Teresa Newman of Northwood

Winners, you can … View more
We've randomly drawn five lucky members to win our $100 Prezzy® cards - you can use these anywhere. Congratulations to:

Margaret Ewers of Richmond
Barbara Meurk of Feilding
Mustafa Arshad of Mount Roskill
Jared Welsh of Greymouth
Teresa Newman of Northwood

Winners, you can claim your prize here before the 26th of September. Enjoy!

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279 days ago

Spring Clean Your Bills!

The Team from NZ Compare

Tidying up the house? Don't forget to tidy up your bills too!

Is your broadband contract or power contract expiring soon? Now's the perfect time to COMPARE and SWITCH your broadband and power plans for a fresh start. Save money this Spring!

As Daylight Savings starts this Sunday, … View more
Tidying up the house? Don't forget to tidy up your bills too!

Is your broadband contract or power contract expiring soon? Now's the perfect time to COMPARE and SWITCH your broadband and power plans for a fresh start. Save money this Spring!

As Daylight Savings starts this Sunday, remember to set your clocks before bedtime.
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308 days ago

Tickets on sale now!

The Team from NZ House & Garden Tours

We’re so excited to let you know that the NZ House & Garden Tours are back for another sell-out summer. ☀️

In 2024, we're visiting Queenstown (16 & 17 February), Christchurch (23 & 24 February), Whanganui (15 & 16 March) and Tauranga (22 & 23 March).

Whether … View more
We’re so excited to let you know that the NZ House & Garden Tours are back for another sell-out summer. ☀️

In 2024, we're visiting Queenstown (16 & 17 February), Christchurch (23 & 24 February), Whanganui (15 & 16 March) and Tauranga (22 & 23 March).

Whether you’re a design enthusiast or just want to take a peek inside some of New Zealand's most beautiful homes, join us for a day of inspiration and fun. It’s the perfect excuse for you to gather a group of friends and make a day ... or weekend of it. These tours proudly support Breast Cancer Foundation NZ.

🚨 Tickets are on sale now! Purchase your tickets here.

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280 days ago

Māori Carving Demonstration

Margaret from Thames

A traditional Māori Carver will be demonstrating this beautiful craft at Thames Museum, A Harpist will be plucking notes from this angelic musical instrument at The Treasury, A Blacksmith will be hammering a piece of iron into shape at Goldmine Experience, and an artisan printer will show you how … View moreA traditional Māori Carver will be demonstrating this beautiful craft at Thames Museum, A Harpist will be plucking notes from this angelic musical instrument at The Treasury, A Blacksmith will be hammering a piece of iron into shape at Goldmine Experience, and an artisan printer will show you how to produce a unique print, plus more at Thames Heritage Festival 29 September to 1 October - thamesheritage.co.nz

288 days ago

Show us what you've got, e hoa!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We're not saying 'Ka kite' to 'Kia ora' but let's challenge ourselves a little more for Te Wiki o te Reo Māori...

Held from the 11th-17th September, Māori Language week gives us a chance to celebrate our beautiful national language. Maybe you'll be … View more
We're not saying 'Ka kite' to 'Kia ora' but let's challenge ourselves a little more for Te Wiki o te Reo Māori...

Held from the 11th-17th September, Māori Language week gives us a chance to celebrate our beautiful national language. Maybe you'll be celebrating by watching the Toku Reo videos and using Te Aka (Maōri Dictionary) to improve your knowledge, or maybe you've found a buddy for the week that will only kōrero in te reo with you. Ka pai!

If you're a fan of chocolate, we have five blocks of Whittakers Miraka Kirīmi tiakarete to give away. Whether long or short, simply share your show-off phrase below to be in to win. (Winners randomly drawn and notified on Mon, 18th Sept).

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280 days ago

IMMERSE YOURSELF IN MEXICAN CULTURE!

The Team from Fraser ACE Adult Community Education

¿Te gustaría viajar a México para disfrutar de sus hermosas playas, deliciosa comida y una cultura increíble? ¡No te quedes sin saber cómo preguntar en español por las cosas que necesitas!

Learning the local language of holiday destinations is an invaluable tool. Most countries speak a … View more
¿Te gustaría viajar a México para disfrutar de sus hermosas playas, deliciosa comida y una cultura increíble? ¡No te quedes sin saber cómo preguntar en español por las cosas que necesitas!

Learning the local language of holiday destinations is an invaluable tool. Most countries speak a little English, but what if you want to get away from the expensive tourist traps and experience the culture firsthand? First order or business is being able to find comida, agua… and of course, the baño!

Learn what these words mean and more at Fraser ACE with our amazing tutor Andrea. We would love to support you through your learning journey!
Learn something new

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280 days ago

Can you solve The Hard Word?

The Team from Stuff

Put down the coffee, feed your brain every weekday and hopefully have a bit of fun in the process.

There’s a new word puzzle that’s a little “anagram-istic”, a tad “Boggle-ing” and a bit harder than both. It’s aptly named, The Hard Word.

You get one scramble of letters, one … View more
Put down the coffee, feed your brain every weekday and hopefully have a bit of fun in the process.

There’s a new word puzzle that’s a little “anagram-istic”, a tad “Boggle-ing” and a bit harder than both. It’s aptly named, The Hard Word.

You get one scramble of letters, one cryptic clue and one tense minute to unscramble the letters and guess the answer.

Proudly brought to you by Neighbourly, The Hard Word can be found 9am weekdays on Stuff. Give it a go today - if you dare…
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282 days ago

Shortland Cemetery Tour

Margaret from Thames

Join a tour through this historic cemetery, watch an 1890's steam machine in action, learn the art of knitting fairisle, create a masterpiece for a "time capsule" quilt, plus more at Thames Heritage Festival 29 September to 1 October - thamesheritage.co.nz

283 days ago

Walker follows dangerous, damaged track to Cathedral Cove

Libby Totton Reporter from Hauraki Herald

A walker who used a hazardous, closed track to Cathedral Cove shared their experience on it online, saying it was “not easy”.

It’s concerned Department of Conservation leaders, who have repeatedly warned people to stay off the cyclone-damaged track that was closed due to landfall risk.

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A walker who used a hazardous, closed track to Cathedral Cove shared their experience on it online, saying it was “not easy”.

It’s concerned Department of Conservation leaders, who have repeatedly warned people to stay off the cyclone-damaged track that was closed due to landfall risk.

“We do not want people to get hurt, it’s really that simple,” said Coromandel operations manager Nick Kelly.

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