Whanganui, Wanganui

332 days ago

Poll: Is the letterbox obsolete?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

With online being the main mode of communication these days, it's no wonder that there has been a worldwide mail decline and here in Aotearoa, NZ Post has needed to lay off 750 full-time staff. Do you think it's time to say goodbye to the trusty letterbox?

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Is the letterbox obsolete?
  • 5.3% Yes, it can go!
    5.3% Complete
  • 34.1% Not just yet, I still use it
    34.1% Complete
  • 60.6% Never, there'll always be a need for it
    60.6% Complete
3118 votes
330 days ago

Could you spot the signs of a heart attack?

Heart Foundation NZ

Heart attack is a leading cause of death in New Zealand.
Learn to recognise the warning signs and symptoms of a heart attack, so you know what to do if you see or experience them. Don’t try to walk it off, wash it off or push through it. Make the right call, it may save your life.

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333 days ago

International Friendship Day – 30th July

Glen from Gonville

IN LIFE’S GARDEN

Count your garden by the flowers,
Never by the leaves that fall;

Count your days by the golden hours,
Don't remember the clouds at all.

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IN LIFE’S GARDEN

Count your garden by the flowers,
Never by the leaves that fall;

Count your days by the golden hours,
Don't remember the clouds at all.

Count your blessings, not your troubles.
Never when life's worries call;

And when your life has reached it’s Autumn
Count the peaks and not the falls.

Count your nights by stars, not shadows,
Count your years with smiles, not tears;

So throughout all your lifetime,
Count your age, by friends, not years.

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335 days ago

Colour your summer

The Team from Resene ColorShop Whanganui

Get creative with colour with these art projects using Resene paints.

Find out how to get creative with these easy ideas.

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339 days ago

Poll: Should we pay people for giving blood?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The Blood Service says it needs 40,000​ new donors in the next 12 months to ensure it can meet demand of those needing plasma and blood. Suggestions have been made to pay people for donating, however there are concerns about the dangers of that. Do you think we should pay people for these … View moreThe Blood Service says it needs 40,000​ new donors in the next 12 months to ensure it can meet demand of those needing plasma and blood. Suggestions have been made to pay people for donating, however there are concerns about the dangers of that. Do you think we should pay people for these donations?

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Should we pay people for giving blood?
  • 31.8% Yes, it makes sense
    31.8% Complete
  • 50.7% No, that's too risky
    50.7% Complete
  • 17.6% I'd need more information
    17.6% Complete
2141 votes
340 days ago

Spark a little hope this Christmas

Christmas Box

Meeting an ever increasing need in our communities, Christmas Box provides more than just food, it brings a reminder that people care. By alleviating some of the pressure families feel, especially in the time of inflation and cost-of-living, a Christmas Box sparks hope that goes beyond Christmas.
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Meeting an ever increasing need in our communities, Christmas Box provides more than just food, it brings a reminder that people care. By alleviating some of the pressure families feel, especially in the time of inflation and cost-of-living, a Christmas Box sparks hope that goes beyond Christmas.

Don’t wait for December, it’s time to start thinking about how you can help today!

For just $40 a box, you can give the gift of hope and 100% of your donation will go to families who are doing it tough this year. Your generosity makes a difference.
Find out more

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340 days ago

Learn These Power Terms and SAVE MONEY!

The Team from NZ Compare

Have you ever tried to look for a new power plan to end up stuck, super confused by all the specific lingo that’s used? Things like kWh, standard vs. low users, or free hours of power? Don’t get us started on controlled and anytime meters!

If you’re unsure of some of these terms, it … View more
Have you ever tried to look for a new power plan to end up stuck, super confused by all the specific lingo that’s used? Things like kWh, standard vs. low users, or free hours of power? Don’t get us started on controlled and anytime meters!

If you’re unsure of some of these terms, it really won’t help you feel confident in comparing different plans. We don’t want to see our Neighbours get tripped up and stuck with a big bill this chilly season!

So to help you, we’ve put together a list of all the power terminology that you need to know!
Learn the terms

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342 days ago

Wanganui Place names

Dayle from Gonville

Just found out there is a place in NSW Australia called Wanganui. "Wanganui, after European settlement, was owned by Mr James Newberry. Child relatives of his visited the property and thought of it as being 'the end of the world'. The name 'Wanganui' was said to have been … View moreJust found out there is a place in NSW Australia called Wanganui. "Wanganui, after European settlement, was owned by Mr James Newberry. Child relatives of his visited the property and thought of it as being 'the end of the world'. The name 'Wanganui' was said to have been given the property by one of those children, after the place in New Zealand which translates in Maori as 'big harbour'."

342 days ago

Shiny and new

The Team from Resene ColorShop Whanganui

Combine paint and a vinyl adhesive to great effect.

Find out how with these easy step by step instructions.

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342 days ago

Carpet

Linda from Gonville

Multiple pieces, mostly large, wool, fawn colour. most have underlay.
Time to warm your feet up
Mother wants her garage back. Come choose and make an offer.
E,K M gone

Price: $123

346 days ago

Poll: Is 30kph the new 50kph?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The government's Road to Zero project seeks to set speed limits at 30kph in suburban streets across New Zealand. Do you think this is a good idea?

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Is 30kph the new 50kph?
  • 20.8% Yes
    20.8% Complete
  • 76.6% No
    76.6% Complete
  • 2.6% I don't know
    2.6% Complete
5192 votes
344 days ago

The Coromandel Good for your soul

Destination Hauraki Coromandel

Reconnect with the simple things, slow down and discover the quiet beauty of our nature in the cooler months. Be refreshed and reinvigorated by walking the trails in our green hills, indulge in some boutique retail therapy and be warmed by the welcome from our locals, sharing their homegrown … View moreReconnect with the simple things, slow down and discover the quiet beauty of our nature in the cooler months. Be refreshed and reinvigorated by walking the trails in our green hills, indulge in some boutique retail therapy and be warmed by the welcome from our locals, sharing their homegrown creativity and hospitality.

Soak in our thermal springs, be inspired by our artists and artisans, breathe in the scent of our great outdoors or savour our homegrown flavours. However you do it, come and winter our way.
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344 days ago

Paint it red with Resene for Red Nose Day!

Resene

Hello neighbours! Want to help put a big smile on little faces? Buy any red testpot (60 mL) from your local Resene owned ColorShop between 13-31 July 2023 and Resene will donate $1 to Cure Kids.

The more red testpots you buy, the more will be donated!
Paint it red now!

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344 days ago

Product recall - Nationwide

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Countdown is recalling certain batches of its Woolworths brand Pickled Onions as the product may contain foreign matter (glass).

What you need to know:
- The product is sold at Countdown, SuperValue and FreshChoice stores throughout New Zealand.
- The affected product has the Best Before date … View more
Countdown is recalling certain batches of its Woolworths brand Pickled Onions as the product may contain foreign matter (glass).

What you need to know:
- The product is sold at Countdown, SuperValue and FreshChoice stores throughout New Zealand.
- The affected product has the Best Before date of 23/11/2024, 24/11/2024 and 25/11/2024
- If you have purchased this product, do not consume. You can return the product to this store for a full refund.

You can see past product recalls here.

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345 days ago

*MORNINGSTAR* TICKETS ON SALE NOW!

Jacqueline from Whanganui

Tickets available either via link below or in person at the Whanganui iSite:
www.iticket.co.nz...

The next production from Amdram Whanganui is "Morningstar" from acclaimed NZ playwright Albert Belz.
Buckle in for an incredible night out as the war in Heaven has just begun!
Come … View more
Tickets available either via link below or in person at the Whanganui iSite:
www.iticket.co.nz...

The next production from Amdram Whanganui is "Morningstar" from acclaimed NZ playwright Albert Belz.
Buckle in for an incredible night out as the war in Heaven has just begun!
Come Hell or high water this action packed high stakes drama of romance, tragedy, expert swordplay and dynamic casting will be a night out that you will remember for an eternity. Get your seats now!

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