722 days ago

Armed police in Khandallah

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Armed police are visible in Mandalay Terrace and Lakshmi Place in Khandallah this morning.

Police said in a statement they were “making inquiries to locate a person of interest” and the armed offenders squad was assisting as a precaution. An older, damaged Mercedes with what appears to be bullet holes is parked in the street, a Stuff reporter at the scene said.

A resident in Mandalay Terrace said the street is 'blocked off' and Police are not allowing anyone to enter or leave at this time. While Police vehicles can be seen circling the properties on Lakshmi Place.

What you need to know:
- Residents in the area have been asked to stay indoors
- Police cars were still seen in the area at 11am

UPDATE: A 60 year old man has now been arrested and cordons are no longer in place as of 2pm.

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1 day ago

Poll: Do you think NZ should ban social media for youth?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The Australian Prime Minister has expressed plans to ban social media use for children.

This would make it illegal for under 16-year-olds to have accounts on platforms including TikTok, Instagram, Facebook and X.
Social media platforms would be tasked with ensuring children have no access (under-age children and their parents wouldn’t be penalised for breaching the age limit)
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Do you think NZ should follow suit? Vote in our poll and share your thoughts below.

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Do you think NZ should ban social media for youth?
  • 84.6% Yes
    84.6% Complete
  • 13.9% No
    13.9% Complete
  • 1.5% Other - I'll share below
    1.5% Complete
736 votes
2 hours ago

What's your favourite recipe for courgettes?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Kia ora neighbours. If you've got a family recipe for courgettes, we'd love to see it and maybe publish it in our magazine. Send your recipe to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, and if we use it in the mag, you will receive a free copy of our January 2025 issue.

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10 hours ago

Got a Minute? Prove You’re the Smartest Neighbour!

Riddler from The Neighbourly Riddler

What is it that when given one, you’ll have either two or none?

Do you think you know the answer to our daily riddle? Don't spoil it for your neighbours! Simply 'Like' this post and we'll post the answer in the comments below at 2pm.

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