1539 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

Reporter Community News

Words and picture by Louise Thomas.

"I love birding – some days are just filled with hope and potential. I set out in the rain hoping to maybe see a few kākā/brown parrots or maybe snap a few tui on the right angle, possibly come across some rotund kererū for comedic relief. But some days are blessed with a little extra and the unexpected. Today I came across an unbanded pair of kākāriki/red-crowned parakeets (Cyanoramphus novaezelandiae) fossicking in the undergrowth, then feeding in the trees – blissfully unaware they are relicts of better times. Hopefully proof-positive they are spreading in Wellington and the Hutt Valley. Wellington Botanic Gardens."

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4 days ago

Poll: Do you set New Year’s resolutions?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

🎉 2026 is almost here!

We’re curious ... how do you welcome it?
Do you set resolutions, follow special traditions, or just go with the flow?

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Do you set New Year’s resolutions?
  • 10.1% Yes! New Year, New Me
    10.1% Complete
  • 19.5% Yes - but I rarely stick to them
    19.5% Complete
  • 70.5% Nah - not for me
    70.5% Complete
884 votes
16 days ago

Scam Alert: Fake information regarding December Bonuses from MSD

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The Ministry of Social Development is reporting that fake information is circulating about new ‘December bonuses’ or ‘benefit increases’

If you get suspicious communication, please contact Netsafe.

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4 hours ago

Tutoring Available!

Aya from Churton Park

Kia Ora!
I am a College student offering personalised and patient tutoring for students who want to build confidence, improve their skills, or need help with internals and externals in 2026.

Subjects offered:
- English - Years 6 to 11, inc. NCEA Level 1 English and NCEA Literacy/Reading Co-requisite (CAA) help

- Maths - Years 6 to 11, inc. NCEA Level 1 Mathematics and NCEA Numeracy Co-requisite (CAA) help

- Digital Technologies - Years 9 to 12, inc. NCEA Level 1 and 2 Digital Technologies

- Physics - Years 7 to 11, inc. NCEA Level 1 Physics

About me:
- Over 1 year of experience
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Perfect for anyone looking for:
- Homework, assessment, and exam help
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Ph: 0225238786
Email: aya.es.khallaf@gmail.com

Feel free to message me to book or ask questions!
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