Gonville, Wanganui

Wondering about something in your neighbourhood?

Wondering about something in your neighbourhood?

Whether it's a new building going up or a strange noise you keep hearing, ask your neighbours here.

2387 days ago

Poll: Is it fair for petrol prices to vary according to where you live?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

An internal email from BP's head office has exposed the petrol industry's pricing behaviour. It revealed a novel tactical plan: raise prices in the Levin, Kāpiti and Paraparaumu areas, and hope that its major rivals responded by doing the same. To find out more, click here.

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Is it fair for petrol prices to vary according to where you live?
  • 19.4% Yes, that's fair
    19.4% Complete
  • 80.6% No, it's not
    80.6% Complete
1830 votes
2389 days ago

Upcycling Award finalists *VOTES ARE OPEN!*

Resene

We need your help! The calibre of entries for this years Resene Upcycling Awards has blown us away. We need YOU to vote for your favourite in BOTH categories.

Vote for your favourite Redecorated item here.
Vote for your favourite Repurposed item here.

To find out more about each item, you … View more
We need your help! The calibre of entries for this years Resene Upcycling Awards has blown us away. We need YOU to vote for your favourite in BOTH categories.

Vote for your favourite Redecorated item here.
Vote for your favourite Repurposed item here.

To find out more about each item, you can find out more about each entry here. If you entered and didn't make the cut, don't worry! There are still spot prizes and other special category winners that are yet to be announced.
Cast your votes!

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2390 days ago

Poll: It's time to vote! *Resene Repurposed*

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The competition is tough for this years Resene Upcycling Awards! We've narrowed it down 5 finalists for the Repurposed Category.. now it's over to YOU! Take a look at the before and after images below or check out the finalist piece description details here and vote for your favourite … View moreThe competition is tough for this years Resene Upcycling Awards! We've narrowed it down 5 finalists for the Repurposed Category.. now it's over to YOU! Take a look at the before and after images below or check out the finalist piece description details here and vote for your favourite recycled masterpiece!

(Make sure to vote for your favorite Resene Redecorated category entry too!)

It's time to vote! *Resene Repurposed*
  • 25% 1. WAS: Piano .. NOW: Cocktail bar (Mel Gibson from Spencerville)
    25% Complete
  • 13.7% 2. WAS: Wooden pallet .. NOW: Fence (Craig Keen from Northland)
    13.7% Complete
  • 10.9% 3. WAS packing crate .. NOW: Coffin (Paul Rawlinson from Levin)
    10.9% Complete
  • 8.4% 4. WAS Door shutters .. NOW: Side Table (Joy Brady from Birkdale)
    8.4% Complete
  • 42% 5. WAS Deck .. NOW: Playground (Anna D'Shea from Pinehaven)
    42% Complete
1778 votes
2390 days ago

Poll: It's time to vote! *Resene Redecorated*

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We've been blown away with the entries for this years Resene Upcycling Awards! It wasn't easy to pick these 5 finalists.. now it's over to YOU! Take a look at the before and after images below or check out the finalist piece description details here and vote for your favourite Resene… View moreWe've been blown away with the entries for this years Resene Upcycling Awards! It wasn't easy to pick these 5 finalists.. now it's over to YOU! Take a look at the before and after images below or check out the finalist piece description details here and vote for your favourite Resene Redecorated masterpiece!

(Make sure to vote for your favorite Resene Repurposed category entry too!)

It's time to vote! *Resene Redecorated*
  • 8.2% 1. Recycled Caravan - (Kayleen Martin from Orewa)
    8.2% Complete
  • 17.4% 2. Recycled Drawers - (Serena Roxburgh from Mount Roskill)
    17.4% Complete
  • 9.5% 3. Recycled Table - (Lynda Price from Raumati Beach)
    9.5% Complete
  • 17.6% 4. Recycled Chair - (Jess Robertshaw from Beckenham)
    17.6% Complete
  • 47.3% 5. Recycled Piano - (Karen Malanaphy from Thames)
    47.3% Complete
1966 votes
2390 days ago

Live house burn - Fire and Emergency + Seven Sharp

Chris Kennedy from Fire and Emergency New Zealand

How fast can a house burn? Be sure to tune in on 30th April as we burn a house down live on Seven Sharp, TV1 7pm.

We will also be streaming this live with 360 degree cameras to the Fire and Emergency Facebook page so please share or follow #houseonfire www.facebook.com...

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2392 days ago

Lest we forget

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hey Neighbours,
They marched, sang, and stood in silence. Thousands of people gathered around the country to remember the fallen on Anzac Day. For all your Anzac coverage, click here.

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2392 days ago

Large Cage

Shirley from Gonville

excellent condition. Did have 2 cockatiels in it. measurements Length 79cm, Width 52cm, Height from ground 152cm and cage Height 86cm.
It stands on its own stand which can be unscrewed for transportation. It will go with all toys, perches, and ladders plus feeding containers. It has 1 large … View more
excellent condition. Did have 2 cockatiels in it. measurements Length 79cm, Width 52cm, Height from ground 152cm and cage Height 86cm.
It stands on its own stand which can be unscrewed for transportation. It will go with all toys, perches, and ladders plus feeding containers. It has 1 large door opening and 4 smaller ones for the feeding containers. Please phone either 02102225115 or 06-3444443

Price: $150

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2393 days ago

We’re looking for caregivers in Taranaki/Whanganui

Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children

A 14 year old boy (Māori/Nuiean) is in need of a safe and stable temporary home in Taranaki or Whanganui. You will receive support from our team. Can you invest time and energy to be a strong role model for this young person? Enquire now or read more about becoming a caregiver. Enquire now

2396 days ago

What are you up to this weekend?

The Warehouse Whanganui

Rally your troops and join the Great Community Cleanup this weekend. There are over a hundred teams from The Warehouse and the community cleaning up our neighbourhoods and natural spaces, but we need something more. We need YOU. Even a little cleanup will make a huge difference in the places we … View moreRally your troops and join the Great Community Cleanup this weekend. There are over a hundred teams from The Warehouse and the community cleaning up our neighbourhoods and natural spaces, but we need something more. We need YOU. Even a little cleanup will make a huge difference in the places we live in and love. Join us in helping to beautify our communities, take heaps of pictures, and share them with #CleanupNZ. Let’s get to work!

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2400 days ago

Should high schools be ditching NCEA level 1?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi Manawatū,
In Palmerston North Boys' High School's recent newsletter, rector David Bovey said level 1 had "questionable" value. The school proposed not offering enough credits for students to get NCEA level 1 from 2019. What are your thoughts? Is level 1 pointless or … View more
Hi Manawatū,
In Palmerston North Boys' High School's recent newsletter, rector David Bovey said level 1 had "questionable" value. The school proposed not offering enough credits for students to get NCEA level 1 from 2019. What are your thoughts? Is level 1 pointless or valuable?
To read more, click here.

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2399 days ago

Did you hear the good news?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hey neighbours,
Have you heard? A last-minute influx of applications to re-home Kaimanawa wild horses has saved hundreds from slaughter. What awesome news! Do you know someone rehoming a horse? What do you think of the news? To read more, click here.

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2399 days ago

Caregivers needed for a child in Whanganui

Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children

A bright young child in Whanganui is in need of a loving home with positive support, consistent routine and boundaries. Do you understand how trauma can affect behaviour and think you can make a difference for this child? You will receive high level support. Read about becoming a caregiver and … View moreA bright young child in Whanganui is in need of a loving home with positive support, consistent routine and boundaries. Do you understand how trauma can affect behaviour and think you can make a difference for this child? You will receive high level support. Read about becoming a caregiver and enquire now to find out more. Enquire now

2399 days ago

Food processor

Cheryl from Marton

Anyone not using or giving a food processor away would go to a good home 🏠 cheers Cheryl

Free

2400 days ago

Poll: Would you keep a farm animal as a pet?

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

Are you a pet lover looking for an alternative to domestic cats and dogs?

Farm-style animals like chickens, goats, and even pigs, are gaining in the pet popularity stakes, but have specific needs and regulations you need to be aware of. … View more
Are you a pet lover looking for an alternative to domestic cats and dogs?

Farm-style animals like chickens, goats, and even pigs, are gaining in the pet popularity stakes, but have specific needs and regulations you need to be aware of. Here's what you need to know about keeping them in residential areas.

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Would you keep a farm animal as a pet?
  • 21.1% I already do - it's easy if you do your research and have the right space
    21.1% Complete
  • 15.4% I'd like to, but there's too much red tape
    15.4% Complete
  • 40.5% It depends on the animal
    40.5% Complete
  • 0.9% I tried, but it didn't work out
    0.9% Complete
  • 22.1% I don't think farm animals make good pets
    22.1% Complete
1086 votes
2401 days ago

30 - 80% off Top Brands at Last Season!

Last Season

Lastseason.co.nz presents NZ's largest Clothing and Shoes Sale Expo. 30-80% OFF the biggest names in Surf/Street/Skate/Snow. More than a $MILLION worth of men's, women's and youth gear on sale.

We are coming to PALMERSTON NORTH! You'll find us in Barber Hall Waldegrave St, … View more
Lastseason.co.nz presents NZ's largest Clothing and Shoes Sale Expo. 30-80% OFF the biggest names in Surf/Street/Skate/Snow. More than a $MILLION worth of men's, women's and youth gear on sale.

We are coming to PALMERSTON NORTH! You'll find us in Barber Hall Waldegrave St, Palmerston North

FREE ENTRY.

We accept cash, Eftpos, Credit, Q Card and Laybuy in-store! Sign up here to wear now and pay later!

Top Brands:
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