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1574 days ago

New Zealand versus overseas holidays

Lorna Thornber Reporter from Stuff Travel

Hi everyone, 
We'd be keen to hear from those of you who had to cancel an overseas trip due to Covid-19 and holidayed in New Zealand instead. How did you find your NZ trip? Was it better or worse than you expected? Did you enjoy it as much as you think you would have enjoyed your overseas … View more
Hi everyone, 
We'd be keen to hear from those of you who had to cancel an overseas trip due to Covid-19 and holidayed in New Zealand instead. How did you find your NZ trip? Was it better or worse than you expected? Did you enjoy it as much as you think you would have enjoyed your overseas holiday? And did it change your views about holidaying domestically?
Feel free to comment below or message me directly. Please remember your comments may be included in the article, unless you say you don't want them to be. Thank you.

1573 days ago

Neighbourly 101: How to Report a Post

Neighbourly.co.nz

See any posts that don't meet the Neighbourly Guidelines? Help Neighbourly stay neighbourly by reporting concerning content. Simply click the '...' button at the bottom of a post, click 'Report this message' and select your reason for reporting. This sends a silent alert to… View moreSee any posts that don't meet the Neighbourly Guidelines? Help Neighbourly stay neighbourly by reporting concerning content. Simply click the '...' button at the bottom of a post, click 'Report this message' and select your reason for reporting. This sends a silent alert to the Neighbourly Team so the post can be reviewed against the Neighbourly Guidelines. Thanks for helping keep Neighbourly community friendly and an enjoyable place to stay connected.

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1573 days ago

Hyperbole

NumberWorks'nWords Kilbirnie

Have you heard of a Hyperbole? Exaggerated statements or claims not meant to be taken literally. Here are some examples. They are a lot of fun. Please share any Hyperboles you may have heard.

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1577 days ago

Looking for a studio/1 bedroom flat

Giulia from Newtown

Hello neighbours,
I am looking for a new place to call home. I want to live by myself so ideally a one-bedroom flat/house or a studio apartment. My budget is $350. If anyone could help that would me much appreciated!
Giulia

1581 days ago

Collective Nouns

NumberWorks'nWords Kilbirnie

You've heard of a class of students, a pack of dogs, a herd of cows, and probably a school of fish. These are collective nouns -- a group of people, animals or things.

We would love to hear of others, comment below.

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1574 days ago

Cosy Care Suite living at Elderslea

Oceania Healthcare

Nestled on a peaceful street in the heart of Upper Hutt, you’ll discover Oceania’s Elderslea - a place where you can stay toasty all winter, with the added comfort of Rest Home & Hospital care.

There’s enough space in your Care Suite to curl up with a good book or entertain your … View more
Nestled on a peaceful street in the heart of Upper Hutt, you’ll discover Oceania’s Elderslea - a place where you can stay toasty all winter, with the added comfort of Rest Home & Hospital care.

There’s enough space in your Care Suite to curl up with a good book or entertain your friends and family with tea and biscuits, just as you always have.

Even in the midst of winter, your days will be filled with the things you love – from venturing out on a scenic van trip, to enjoying delicious home-cooked meals like roast chicken with all the trimmings.

Elderslea is located at 29 Redwood Street, Elderslea, Upper Hutt.
Find out more

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1574 days ago

Here's our AMI Kind Neighbours Kirsty and Jeremy, nominated by Kathy Chandler from Motueka.

Neighbourly.co.nz

Here's a wee bit of a throwback to life under lockdown. Check out how this couple in Motueka helped out their neighbours who were new to the area. Have you got an unsung hero in your neighbourhood? You can make your nominations here!

"We have a lovely young couple across the road from… View more
Here's a wee bit of a throwback to life under lockdown. Check out how this couple in Motueka helped out their neighbours who were new to the area. Have you got an unsung hero in your neighbourhood? You can make your nominations here!

"We have a lovely young couple across the road from us at number 13, Glenaven Drive, called Kirsty and Jeremy. We have recently moved to Motueka and they have been very helpful and friendly right from the start. During Lockdown they did shopping for us and let us have soil from their excavations for our garden improvements. Later on, they have given us lemons, gave spare concrete when they had some delivered for themselves and watered our plants when we were able to go away and visit our new grandchild. They are gems and have made us really happy that we've chosen Motueka as our home."

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1577 days ago

Our Terracycle Recycing Centre is back in business at Level 1

Sophie from Lyall Bay

Our Terracycle Recycing Centre is back in business at Level 1 with a few new safety precautions*.

*We are no longer able to accept dental products and yoghurt suckies that aren’t WASHED and DRIED with hot soapy water.

Due to the nature of a product you put in your mouth to use we can’t risk … View more
Our Terracycle Recycing Centre is back in business at Level 1 with a few new safety precautions*.

*We are no longer able to accept dental products and yoghurt suckies that aren’t WASHED and DRIED with hot soapy water.

Due to the nature of a product you put in your mouth to use we can’t risk ourselves or the staff at the recycling centre.
PLEASE WASH AND DRY all these items before dropping them off.

The best way to do this is to pop toothbrushes in the top rack of your dishwasher and cut the toothpaste and yoghurt pouches at the base and let the tap run through them and then add to a sink of hot water and dish soap to remove any germs.

I am sad to say Fonterra are no longer funding recycling of their products. The Collective brand will still be recycling their own containers and suckies.

For more information about any of the recycling schemes please take a look at the posters I have attached or feel free to contact me with any questions at predatorfreelyallbay@gmail.com

Don't forget we now recycle plastic writing instruments (that's pens, markers and mechanical pencils) so maybe set up a collection at your workplace and help save the environment, your school/work and help Predator Free Lyall Bay.

Thank you!

1575 days ago

Property Management and Maintenance

Joshua from

Do you own property but don’t want to deal with the stress of maintaining and managing?
Locally trusted gardening/landscaping company Price Smart now provides property maintenance solutions at a price lower than the industry standard.

For more information, Give us a call at 027 548 9818 Or … View more
Do you own property but don’t want to deal with the stress of maintaining and managing?
Locally trusted gardening/landscaping company Price Smart now provides property maintenance solutions at a price lower than the industry standard.

For more information, Give us a call at 027 548 9818 Or Visit www.pricesmart.co.nz...

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1575 days ago

One Kiwi's trash is another's free furniture

Mikaela Wilkes Reporter from Homed

Hi neighbours,
From turning the roof of an old church into a lush backyard gazebo to making 50-year-old furniture look brand new with some white paint to turning actual rubbish into a toddler’s toy set, lots of Kiwis are upcycling.

If you have an project that you'd like to show off – … View more
Hi neighbours,
From turning the roof of an old church into a lush backyard gazebo to making 50-year-old furniture look brand new with some white paint to turning actual rubbish into a toddler’s toy set, lots of Kiwis are upcycling.

If you have an project that you'd like to show off – whether you’ve given something a fresh coat of paint or entirely changed its use – enter it into Resene's Upcycling Awards on Neighbourly here. Entries close at midnight on August 2, 2020. Four great prizes worth $500 are up for grabs: a $200 Resene voucher and a $300 Prezzy card.

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1575 days ago

BACK TO SCHOOL SPECIAL! $15 BOYS CUTS TILL 26/7

Aaron Graham from Hataitai Family Barbers

If the boys are looking a little shaggy after the holidays, get a great deal on a back to school haircut all week. Boys 0-18 years $15 from today till Sunday. 31 Waitoa Rd. Hataitai. No appointment required.

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1575 days ago

👉 We want your winter clothing and furniture! 👈

St Vincent de Paul Society Wellington

👉 We want your winter clothing and furniture! 👈

Did you know Vinnies Op Shops are the main funder of Vinnies Welfare and Support Services?

💙 Sales generated from your donations provide services such as social work, supported employment for people with intellectual disabilities and a … View more
👉 We want your winter clothing and furniture! 👈

Did you know Vinnies Op Shops are the main funder of Vinnies Welfare and Support Services?

💙 Sales generated from your donations provide services such as social work, supported employment for people with intellectual disabilities and a choice-based food bank.

💙 Furniture and clothing donated to our op shops are distributed to families and individuals moving into stable housing or to provide necessities such as clothing, bedding and heaters to get through the winter months. Over $45,000.00 worth of goods were given out for no cost in the last year.
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Book a free pick-up of your unwanted goods or drop-off directly to your local Vinnies:
📍 Call 04 389 7122
📍 Email info@vinnieswgtn.org.nz

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1575 days ago

Emergency water supply

Simone Borgstede from Wellington City Council

What would you do if your home had no water following an emergency event?

In an emergency, your household may have to care for yourselves and your pets for up to 7 days until water distribution points are set up. If an earthquake hit it may be even longer before water service is restored.

Get … View more
What would you do if your home had no water following an emergency event?

In an emergency, your household may have to care for yourselves and your pets for up to 7 days until water distribution points are set up. If an earthquake hit it may be even longer before water service is restored.

Get prepared and buy your water tank from the Tip Shop at the Southern Landfill – and remember to refresh the water twice a year.

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1577 days ago

New Zealand's most magical flight is half price

Trupti Biradar Reporter from Stuff Travel

Our reporter Brook Sabin reckons this is one trip every Kiwi should try to do in their lifetime. Read more on the link below. Would you do it?

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