Makara, Wellington

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135 days ago

Turn an Old Window into a Portable Cold Frame with Resene

The Team from Resene ColorShop Basin Reserve

Transform an old window into a handy cold frame decorated in Resene Kwila Timber Stain and Resene Lustacryl that you can move around the garden to extend your growing season. Find out how to make and finish your own with these easy step by step instructions.

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143 days ago

Poll: Whether young or experienced, has age been a barrier to opportunity?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The Neighbourly Team came across the third installment of 'Work, Interrupted', an article series looking at the job struggles different generations face, and we thought it would resonate with our Neighbourly community.

In this article, Amelia Wade reports on what it’s like to seek … View more
The Neighbourly Team came across the third installment of 'Work, Interrupted', an article series looking at the job struggles different generations face, and we thought it would resonate with our Neighbourly community.

In this article, Amelia Wade reports on what it’s like to seek employment when you’re 50+. Many factors - from financial to social pressures - are keeping people in the workforce longer. The reality is that times are tough, even for our most experienced workers: of those receiving Jobseeker benefit, a third are 50-64 years old.

We want to know: Have you felt overlooked in the job market?
Do you have advice for your community on how to stand out in an increasingly crowded job seeker market?
Share your experience below!

📖 Want to read more from the 'Work, Interrupted' series?
Work, Interrupted: The kids, the mortgage, but no job. What next?
Young and shut out: Gen Z face the harshest job market in years
Work, Interrupted: Is 50 the new 60? Older workers battling algorithms to get CVs seen

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Whether young or experienced, has age been a barrier to opportunity?
  • 67.2% Yes - In my experience, age has been a factor.
    67.2% Complete
  • 29.5% No - In my experience, age has had little to do with my employment opportunities
    29.5% Complete
  • 2.4% As an employer, age is not a factor.
    2.4% Complete
  • 1% Other - I will share below.
    1% Complete
808 votes
136 days ago

Nominations are now open for the 2026 Ryman Healthcare Senior New Zealander of the Year Award – Te Mātāpuputu o te Tau!

Rita Angus Retirement Village

This is a great way to celebrate our seniors who are leaving an amazing legacy for future generations. Let’s give a shoutout to those who have made a positive contribution to Aotearoa later in life, and who are still actively making the world around them a better place, following their careers in… View moreThis is a great way to celebrate our seniors who are leaving an amazing legacy for future generations. Let’s give a shoutout to those who have made a positive contribution to Aotearoa later in life, and who are still actively making the world around them a better place, following their careers in any service, sector or field.

Take a moment to nominate the deserving individuals in your life who are making a difference every day, either in our villages or in the wider community.

Follow the link below, and let’s make their stories known!

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136 days ago

FREE Shrub

Shari from Crofton Downs

Hey there Neighbours,
I'm going to be digging up a large shrub over the next week and wondered it anyone wants it? I think it's called a Loropetalum.
PM me if you're interested and we can sort out a date for collection.
Regards
Shari

Free

137 days ago

audio cassette tapes

Aimée from Ngaio

Dozens ( maybe a hundred??) of cassettes, commercial and home recorded. Who still listens to cassettes? Could someone use these for an arty project or some such?

Free

137 days ago

Wrought iron coat rack

Aimée from Ngaio

Strong coat rack with base for umbrella

Free

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137 days ago

Original painting

Aimée from Ngaio

Original NZ painting, bought at NZ Art show about 2001. Excellent condition. 960mm tall, 240mm wide

Price: $50

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137 days ago

Metal safe

Aimée from Ngaio

Heavy, metal ( steel?) safe with lockable door. 450mm High, 320mm wide. Pick up CBD. Would be fire proof!

Free

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137 days ago

Chris, of Albi & the Wolves, with Hannah Morrell this weekend at Hilltop

Anna from Kelburn

Saturday 7pm & Sunday 3pm;- Chris/Albi Dent is an earthy songwriter who keeps both feet on the ground while being expressive and heartfelt in his stories and music. He’s mostly performed with award-winning indie-folk band 'Albi & The Wolves' but has written songs in many … View moreSaturday 7pm & Sunday 3pm;- Chris/Albi Dent is an earthy songwriter who keeps both feet on the ground while being expressive and heartfelt in his stories and music. He’s mostly performed with award-winning indie-folk band 'Albi & The Wolves' but has written songs in many different projects, including a collaboration with Mt Eden Dubstep that has amassed over one million streams, or his side project Sneakers which has a single with over 750,000 streams. Chris will be joined by the accomplished musician Hannah Morrell on the violin and maybe even the banjo. She is a seasoned touring musician who hails from Tasmania, Australia and has performed with the likes of The Dead Maggies (TAS), Claire Anne Taylor (TAS), Looking For Alaska, Finn Johanson, Holly Arrowsmith, and Jess Bailey (Fables). 6.30pm for 7pm Start Saturday night 26 July.
This Sunday, 2.30 for 3pm; Chris & Hannah will be joined by Andrea Reid & Nick Burfield of 'Butter Wouldn't Melt' for a Folk music collaboration.
Come along and enjoy their sweet sounds in a lovely house concert setting - even good weather forecast!
www.hilltophouseconcerts.co.nz...

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138 days ago

Bakery & Office Equipment Garage Sale -10am-1pm Sat 26 July, Marsden Village

Sue from Northland

Come along to 157 Karori Rd this Sat if you are after baking or office equipment bargains. Some of the items for sale include:
Bakery items – oven trays, mixing bowls, muffin & cake tins, Tupperware containers, cake decorating items - including stands, cardboard cake bases, cupcake boxes, … View more
Come along to 157 Karori Rd this Sat if you are after baking or office equipment bargains. Some of the items for sale include:
Bakery items – oven trays, mixing bowls, muffin & cake tins, Tupperware containers, cake decorating items - including stands, cardboard cake bases, cupcake boxes, waffle maker, Breville microwave, Westinghouse refrigerator (suitable for garage beverage fridge)
Office equipment – Office tables & chairs (x3), Brother HL-1210DW (x1) and Epson XP 200 and 220 printers (x4), 4-drawer filing cabinets (x2), various wooden & metal shelving units, heaters, glass top table

Negotiable

138 days ago

15 Years of GrabOne... Here’s $15 Just for You!

GrabOne

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 more
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 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

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139 days ago

George Foreman large grill

Julie from Karori

The grill is in excellent , clean condition . It measures 29x31cm. It comes with a manual, an extensive recipe book, a drip tray and a special cleaning sponge. Pick up City End Karori.

Price: $40

139 days ago
146 days ago

Poll: As an island nation, are we doing enough to protect our oceans?

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 more
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 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?

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As an island nation, are we doing enough to protect our oceans?
  • 66.5% No - we can do more.
    66.5% Complete
  • 5% Yes - we are meeting our obligations.
    5% Complete
  • 25.6% It is a global problem, not just ours.
    25.6% Complete
  • 2.6% Maybe. I dont really have an opinion.
    2.6% Complete
  • 0.2% Other - share below!
    0.2% Complete
1254 votes
139 days ago

Bright Spots is back - and it's better!

Resene

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 more
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 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

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