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8 days ago

Poll: Would you want an unconventional funeral?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Funerals can cost as much as $22,000 and the planning can be stressful especially at a time when loved ones are grieving. Some New Zealanders are re-imagining funerals by making their own coffin or having a relaxed ceremony at home. Would you want a less traditional funeral? Share your thoughts … View moreFunerals can cost as much as $22,000 and the planning can be stressful especially at a time when loved ones are grieving. Some New Zealanders are re-imagining funerals by making their own coffin or having a relaxed ceremony at home. Would you want a less traditional funeral? Share your thoughts below.

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Would you want an unconventional funeral?
  • 83.8% Yes
    83.8% Complete
  • 14.1% No
    14.1% Complete
  • 2.2% Other - I'll share below!
    2.2% Complete
1940 votes
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5 days ago

What's On: WAIKANAE BEACH MOTHERS DAY MARKET

Gary from Waikanae

Celebrate Mothers Day by taking mum for a day out in Kapiti. Visit this great, friendly Community Market with a huge variety of quality, reasonably priced items and GIFTS available.
WAIKANAE BEACH MOTHERS DAY MARKET
  • Waikanae Beach Community Hall
7 days ago

Celebrating Our Resident Authors On World Book Day

Rita Angus Retirement Village

It was World Book Day on the 23rd of April, so what better time to celebrate some of our talented residents who have published books.

They range from children’s books, to poems, from non-fiction to a first novel - and all are proof that there is no age limit when it comes to creativity!

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It was World Book Day on the 23rd of April, so what better time to celebrate some of our talented residents who have published books.

They range from children’s books, to poems, from non-fiction to a first novel - and all are proof that there is no age limit when it comes to creativity!

Click read more for the full story.

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7 days ago

Gardening and section clean ups

Ian Hamilton from Natures choice gardening services - Kilbirnie

Cant manage time for the Garden? We
Can help! Make an appointment today text or call 0272430951

7 days ago

St Hilda's Playtime recommences Tuesdays only 9.00-12.00

Clive from Island Bay

The playgroup at St Hilda's is open again on Tuesday. The toys will be out, and the coffee will be hot! Come and play with your pre-school child, especially in the 0 - 2 years age range. We have loads of stimulating toys and lots of apparatus to encourage mobility and exploration. Bring a… View moreThe playgroup at St Hilda's is open again on Tuesday. The toys will be out, and the coffee will be hot! Come and play with your pre-school child, especially in the 0 - 2 years age range. We have loads of stimulating toys and lots of apparatus to encourage mobility and exploration. Bring a group, we have plenty of room.

Please note: This term we will be open ONLY on Tuesdays. This is because we are now running the SPACE programme for new parents and their babies.

Details: 9.00-12.00 drop in, St HIlda's church Hall, 311 the Parade, right by the bus stop. Plenty of Parking!!!

12 days ago

Lest we forget...

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

On this ANZAC Day, let's take a moment to remember and honor the brave men and women who have served and continue to serve our country.

Tell us who are you honouring today. Whether it's a story from the battlefield or a memory of a family member who fought in the war, we'd love … View more
On this ANZAC Day, let's take a moment to remember and honor the brave men and women who have served and continue to serve our country.

Tell us who are you honouring today. Whether it's a story from the battlefield or a memory of a family member who fought in the war, we'd love you to share your stories below.

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15 days ago

Poll: Does the building consent process need to change?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We definitely need homes that are fit to live in but there are often frustrations when it comes to getting consent to modify your own home.
Do you think changes need made to the current process for building consent? Share your thoughts below.

Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your … View more
We definitely need homes that are fit to live in but there are often frustrations when it comes to getting consent to modify your own home.
Do you think changes need made to the current process for building consent? Share your thoughts below.

Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the Conversations column of your local paper.

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Does the building consent process need to change?
  • 91.3% Yes
    91.3% Complete
  • 8.1% No
    8.1% Complete
  • 0.7% Other - I'll share below!
    0.7% Complete
1800 votes
8 days ago

Weekly prize draw: $100 Briscoes voucher

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Each week we randomly draw winners from our pool of Neighbourly members.
Congratulations to:

Shinea Banks from Lynfield
Tatiana Alsayyad from Waltham
Jacob Novak from Motueka
Paul Clancy from Lower Hutt

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Each week we randomly draw winners from our pool of Neighbourly members.
Congratulations to:

Shinea Banks from Lynfield
Tatiana Alsayyad from Waltham
Jacob Novak from Motueka
Paul Clancy from Lower Hutt

Not a winner? Good luck next time!

Winners can get in touch here or by emailing helpdesk@neighbourly.co.nz before 7th May.

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8 days ago

Gone! Free Macpac day back pack

Caroline from Berhampore

This has found a home thanks.

To give away a macpac day pack in tidy condition. Good for school? Pick up from Te Wharepouri St.

Free

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8 days ago

Free boxes of recipe books (some good ones!)

Caroline from Berhampore

I collect recipe books and it’s recently got out of hand!. I have two boxes of good recipe books to give away - wide range of cuisines from Italian to Samoan to baking to ice cream.

You must take the whole box! Two boxes available. Pick today would be fab.

Free

9 days ago

Garage Sale

Sarah from Lyall Bay

Garage Sale happening right now at 320 Queens Drive, Lyall Bay. Help me out with moving counties by coming by and picking something up. Everything must go!!!!
Need some blankets or duvets for winter? I got you covered.
Need tea towels, towels or bath mats? Can wipe that up too!
Need a glass … View more
Garage Sale happening right now at 320 Queens Drive, Lyall Bay. Help me out with moving counties by coming by and picking something up. Everything must go!!!!
Need some blankets or duvets for winter? I got you covered.
Need tea towels, towels or bath mats? Can wipe that up too!
Need a glass for a special occasion? I have crystal glassware, I have wine glasses, I have shot glasses.
Need Tupperware, I'm your gal!
Need some bedroom furniture? Set of bedside drawers or tall drawers?
Some wall art? Christmas decorations? Baking items? Utensils? Have you covered!!! 😊 Everything must go.

Negotiable

10 days ago

What's On: Beyond the Ark

Elizabeth from Tirohanga

Voices in the Wind choir presents animal themed music. Featuring Rosemary Russell's Prayers from the Ark, Saint Saens, Handel, Beatles and Elton John. Tickets Waged $20, Unwaged $15 from www.trybooking.co.nz
Beyond the Ark
  • Tawa Baptist Church
10 days ago

What's On: Beyond the Ark

Elizabeth from Tirohanga

Voices in the Wind choir presents animal themed music. Featuring Rosemary Russell's Prayers from the Ark, Saint Saens, Handel, Beatles and Elton John. Tickets Waged $20, Unwaged $15 from www.trybooking.co.nz
Beyond the Ark
  • Khandallah Town Hall
10 days ago

What's On: Beyond the Ark

Elizabeth from Tirohanga

Voices in the Wind choir presents animal themed music. Featuring Rosemary Russell's Prayers from the Ark, Saint Saens, Handel, Beatles and Elton John. Tickets Waged $20, Unwaged $15 from www.trybooking.co.nz
Beyond the Ark
  • St Barnabas, Plimmerton
10 days ago

Gardening !section clean ups

Ian Hamilton from Natures choice gardening services - Kilbirnie

Need some TlC in the Garden ? Call us for a free quote- here in the photo we are transforming a deadly nightshade lawn back into a usable area

0272430951

Ian

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