Know what’s happening
Access the private noticeboard for verified neighbours near you. Keep informed about any suspicious activity, send urgent updates to your neighbours when required and discuss emergency planning.
Get to know your neighbours
Browse the directory and start getting to know your neighbours. Don’t want to post to the whole neighbourhood? Send a private message.
Buy, sell and give away
Want to declutter your garage? Buy some used household items? Give away some garden stuff? Become a verified neighbour to browse and post items for sale. Trading is simple when everyone lives nearby.
Nearby
Horohoro, Springfield - Tihiotonga, Matamata, Pukeatua, Te Awamutu, Reporoa, Opito, Ngongotaha, Mangakino, Putaruru, MamakuThank you for using Neighbourly
You may receive an email confirmation for any offer you selected. The associated companies will contact you directly to activate your requests.
Libby Reporter from Waikato Local
Jono Gibbes insists that when he landed back at the Chiefs in late 2023 there were never any plans to take over the top coaching role.
But two Super Rugby Pacific seasons later, here he now is, the eight-test former All Black, at the helm of the franchise he captained in many of his 69 games … View moreJono Gibbes insists that when he landed back at the Chiefs in late 2023 there were never any plans to take over the top coaching role.
But two Super Rugby Pacific seasons later, here he now is, the eight-test former All Black, at the helm of the franchise he captained in many of his 69 games between 2001-2008, as he gets back on the head-coaching horse and tries to lead his former side to the promised title land.
What do you think about this appointment? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
Libby Reporter from Waikato Local
City leaders are bracing for potential public backlash as the Department of Internal Affairs prepares to release a new set of nationwide council performance data later this month.
The data - due on July 28 - will compare councils of similar size and type across New Zealand, with Hamilton going … View moreCity leaders are bracing for potential public backlash as the Department of Internal Affairs prepares to release a new set of nationwide council performance data later this month.
The data - due on July 28 - will compare councils of similar size and type across New Zealand, with Hamilton going head-to-head against Christchurch, Wellington, Tauranga, Dunedin, Hutt and Whangārei city councils.
Will you look at the league tables when they're out? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
For 15 years, GrabOne has helped Kiwis save on everything from local experiences to relaxing getaways around New Zealand and beyond. With over 500,000 customers since 2010, we’re proud to have brought families, friends, and communities closer through fun things to do and places to explore.
To … View moreFor 15 years, GrabOne has helped Kiwis save on everything from local experiences to relaxing getaways around New Zealand and beyond. With over 500,000 customers since 2010, we’re proud to have brought families, friends, and communities closer through fun things to do and places to explore.
To celebrate this milestone, we’re giving Neighbourly readers $15 off their next purchase on the GrabOne website. Minimum spend $75.
Discover limited daily deals, flash sales with unbeatable prices, and activities in your own backyard. Plus, keep an eye out for 15 special giveaways happening across our social pages this month.
Thanks for supporting GrabOne over the years. Here’s to even more great experiences to come!
Valid till 31st August 2025 use code NEIGHBOURLY at checkout.
Find out more
The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz
The island nation of New Zealand claims guardianship over a vast ocean territory. In fact, our Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) spans 15 times our land area. Despite this, less than 1% of our ocean is highly protected.
Sheridan Waitai, member of One Oceania, argues that New Zealand is failing its … View moreThe island nation of New Zealand claims guardianship over a vast ocean territory. In fact, our Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) spans 15 times our land area. Despite this, less than 1% of our ocean is highly protected.
Sheridan Waitai, member of One Oceania, argues that New Zealand is failing its obligations, and our failure is being noticed internationally.
Sheridan and others argue that the health of our oceans is declining as they face climate change, overfishing, and pollution. While other nations are championing ocean protection, New Zealand has been quiet on this topic.
We want to know: Are we meeting our responsibilities in the management of our blue territory?
75 replies (Members only)
We're looking for your most colourful photos! Resene ColorShops and Neighbourly have teamed up again this winter to bring you Bright Spots, a celebration of the colourful spaces and places in your life.
But this year it's a little different!
This year we're calling on … View moreWe're looking for your most colourful photos! Resene ColorShops and Neighbourly have teamed up again this winter to bring you Bright Spots, a celebration of the colourful spaces and places in your life.
But this year it's a little different!
This year we're calling on Neighbourly members to share photos wherever there's a bright spot that brings you joy - whether it's in the office, at your home or when you're out and about in your neighbourhood. If it brings a smile to your face we'd love to see it.
Share a photo that brings a little colour to your day and you could win one of ten prize packages valued at $500 (including a $250 Prezzy® card and a $250 Resene gift card).
Share a pic now
Kia pai from Sharing the Good Stuff
The kākāpō, our famously lovable but critically endangered land-parrot, are forecast to have a massive breeding season in 2026 - perhaps the biggest on record!
How do we know? Kākāpō only 'get busy' during rimu mast events (where rimu grow heaps of fruit), every 2-4 years. … View moreThe kākāpō, our famously lovable but critically endangered land-parrot, are forecast to have a massive breeding season in 2026 - perhaps the biggest on record!
How do we know? Kākāpō only 'get busy' during rimu mast events (where rimu grow heaps of fruit), every 2-4 years. Because we can anticipate rimu mast events, and kākāpō love rimu fruit, we can predict kākāpō breeding activity.
Since there are only 242 kākāpō today, this bumper season is important.
This positive outlook on population numbers is especially exciting since, due to the mahi of conservationists, the kākāpō have completed their first season on the North island (at Sanctuary Mountain Maungatautari). The booming of the kākāpō has not been heard on the North Island of Aotearoa for over a century!
Read more about Aotearoa's flightless parrot and their nesting plans.
We hope this news brings a smile!
12 replies (Members only)
The Team from Patrick Hogan Village
Moving into William Sanders Village provided Graham and Karrin Byrnes with the perfect chance to give back to a community that was right on their doorstep, with beloved pet Maggie being the key to their success.
The couple heard about the St John therapy pets programme not long after moving into… View moreMoving into William Sanders Village provided Graham and Karrin Byrnes with the perfect chance to give back to a community that was right on their doorstep, with beloved pet Maggie being the key to their success.
The couple heard about the St John therapy pets programme not long after moving into Ryman Healthcare’s Devonport village in 2021, and now take Maggie to visit residents in the village care centre three times a week.
Click read more to read about Maggie's pawsome work.
Kia pai from Sharing the Good Stuff
Good news for fans of creative expression and kiwi excellence ... poet Selina Tusitala Marsh has been announced as the inaugural Commonwealth Poet Laureate!
Marsh says, "When we honour the artistry within our communities, whether it flows from Sāmoa, my mother's island, or New … View moreGood news for fans of creative expression and kiwi excellence ... poet Selina Tusitala Marsh has been announced as the inaugural Commonwealth Poet Laureate!
Marsh says, "When we honour the artistry within our communities, whether it flows from Sāmoa, my mother's island, or New Zealand, where I was born and grew up, we recognise the inherent dignity and worth of every person whose story deserves to be told."
Congratulations Selina, ka pai.
We hope this news brings a smile!
Buy any red testpot 60 mL from your local Resene owned ColorShop between 17 -31 July 2025 and Resene will donate $1 to Cure Kids.
The more red testpots you buy, the more will be donated!
Find out more
The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz
Last year, the Commerce Commission announced it had agreed to increase revenue limits to facilitate the maintenance and improvement of the electricity network.
Consumer NZ have revealed their latest annual energy survey, and found that 11% of consumers have had to cut back on their heating, and … View moreLast year, the Commerce Commission announced it had agreed to increase revenue limits to facilitate the maintenance and improvement of the electricity network.
Consumer NZ have revealed their latest annual energy survey, and found that 11% of consumers have had to cut back on their heating, and 20% of people have been struggling to pay their power bill in the past year.
How does your region compare? You can view and compare how the average monthly household use, charges, and bills vary regionally here.
We want to know: Is your household paying more for electricity this year?
Do you have any advice for your community on what changes you have found most effective in keeping costs down in your home or office? Share below!
177 replies (Members only)
Libby Reporter from Waikato Local
ANALYSIS: Sevu Reece and Emoni Narawa have travelled remarkably similar paths to the All Blacks, and now, in the city where it all began for both of them, comes a match which could have a major bearing on each of their short-term futures.
Will you be watching the game on Saturday? Tell us your … View moreANALYSIS: Sevu Reece and Emoni Narawa have travelled remarkably similar paths to the All Blacks, and now, in the city where it all began for both of them, comes a match which could have a major bearing on each of their short-term futures.
Will you be watching the game on Saturday? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
Libby Reporter from Waikato Local
An eyewitness to the fatal crash in Hamilton’s CBD has spoken of their shock at learning the person later died - and revealed their message for the whānau of the deceased.
Waikato Times news director Libby Wilson said she was on her way to her band practice when she witnessed the serious … View moreAn eyewitness to the fatal crash in Hamilton’s CBD has spoken of their shock at learning the person later died - and revealed their message for the whānau of the deceased.
Waikato Times news director Libby Wilson said she was on her way to her band practice when she witnessed the serious crash involving a car and motorbike at the intersection of London and Anglesea streets around 7.25pm on Tuesday.
Don’t miss your chance to WIN one of five iPads, valued at $699 each!
Simply grab a copy of your local Stuff newspaper, solve the puzzle, find the prize word, and enter it online at thepost.co.nz/puzzletime.
The more puzzles you complete, the higher your chance to WIN! The competition ends … View moreDon’t miss your chance to WIN one of five iPads, valued at $699 each!
Simply grab a copy of your local Stuff newspaper, solve the puzzle, find the prize word, and enter it online at thepost.co.nz/puzzletime.
The more puzzles you complete, the higher your chance to WIN! The competition ends on 28 July. To find out more about participating newspapers,click here.
The Team at The Post
Find out more
The Team from Momentum Waikato
Here's some wisdom from financial advisor Katie Wesney, in a recent Stuff column...
"The antidote to inheritance drama isn’t complicated: start talking.
The best-prepared families discuss values, not just valuables. They talk about timing - could part of the inheritance be gifted… View moreHere's some wisdom from financial advisor Katie Wesney, in a recent Stuff column...
"The antidote to inheritance drama isn’t complicated: start talking.
The best-prepared families discuss values, not just valuables. They talk about timing - could part of the inheritance be gifted earlier when it might have more impact? They update wills regularly and include everyone in understanding the bigger picture.
They also acknowledge that financial literacy isn’t inherited along with the money. If you’re expecting to leave or receive a significant sum, everyone involved should understand how money actually works.
And here’s the crucial bit: they treat inheritance as a nice-to-have, not a financial strategy. You can’t control when it comes, how much it is, or who else might need support."
If your values include supporting charities that tackle the issues you care about, and or the community in which you've thrived, then after taking care of your family, including a bequest in your Will to create a philanthropic endowment that gives back forever is a wise and effective strategy. Contact us at Momentum Waikato to find out more - via momentumwaikato.nz....
You can read more of Katie's column at the link below.
Libby Reporter from Waikato Local
Hard rock band Devilskin say ‘trolls’ are driving AI controversy around the group’s latest album cover.
Debate about “the soulless plagiarism machine” erupted on social media after the Hamilton group released its sixth album, Re-Evolution.
Loading…
Are you sure? Deleting this message permanently removes it from the Neighbourly website.
Loading…
Marketed by Michelle Lamberton
© Neighbourly 2025