2059 days ago

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Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Hello gardeners,

In this week’s issue of Get Growing, we discuss the best fruit to grow for preserves and meet the herb expert who’ll help you get a good night’s sleep. Plus harvest cauliflowers; prepare for spring sowing; clear gutters and drains; don’t sacrifice flower buds; and add crunch to salads and snacks.
Follow our guide to plants to sow and grow this month and nominate a Houseplant Hero. Go in the draw for Calathea rufibarba plants and garden gloves from Palmers and be in to win a room makeover from NZ House & Garden and Resene.

Delivered every Friday to your email inbox, Get Growing digital magazine offers seasonal gardening advice from the NZ Gardener magazine's team of experts. Each week we answer all your burning questions on raising fruit and veges and tell you the top tasks to do in your backyard this weekend. Subscribe here:

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3 days ago

🧩😏 Riddle me this, Neighbours…

The Riddler from The Neighbourly Riddler

I am an odd number. Take away a letter and I become even. What number am I?

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5 hours ago

THINKING OUTSIDE THE CREATIVE BOX 12-Week Creative Wellbeing Art Programme

Kristi from Tikipunga

THINKING OUTSIDE THE CREATIVE BOX
12-Week Creative Wellbeing Art Programme

Looking for a supportive creative space in Whangārei?

Join us at the Art Studio, Reyburn House for a welcoming, non-commercial art group designed to support wellbeing, connection, and self-expression through creativity.

✨ No experience needed
✨ Safe, inclusive environment
✨ Youth, Disabled, Elderly welcome
✨ Māori, Pasifika & multicultural communities encouraged
✨ Physically accessible venue

📅 Starting Thursday 26th March 2026
🕙 10am – 2pm weekly
📍 Reyburn House, Whangārei
💲 $5 per week (12 weeks)

No pressure. No judgement. Just creativity, connection and community. 💛

Organised by CreateAbility Whangārei

Expression of Interest please email: createability.whangarei@gmail.com

#CreativeWellbeing #WhangareiArts #CommunityCreativity #ArtForWellbeing #CreateAbilityWhangarei

Looking for a supportive creative space in Whangārei?

Join us at the Art Studio, Reyburn House for a welcoming, non-commercial art group designed to support wellbeing, connection, and self-expression through creativity.

✨ No experience needed
✨ Safe, inclusive environment
✨ Youth, Disabled, Elderly welcome
✨ Māori, Pasifika & multicultural communities encouraged
✨ Physically accessible venue

📅 Starting Thursday 26th March 2026
🕙 10am – 2pm weekly
📍 Reyburn House, Whangārei
💲 $5 per week (12 weeks)

No pressure. No judgement. Just creativity, connection and community. 💛

Organised by CreateAbility Whangārei

Expression of Interest please email: createability.whangarei@gmail.com

#CreativeWellbeing #WhangareiArts #CommunityCreativity #ArtForWellbeing #CreateAbilityWhangarei

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16 hours ago

Scam Alert: Bank cold calls

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

ASB is warning customers about reports of cold calls from scammers claiming to be from ASB. These scammers are trying to obtain personal information, including usernames, dates of birth, and verification codes sent to your mobile phone.

🛡️ The "Caller Check" Test
If you get a call from someone claiming to be from ASB and you’re unsure, just ask them for a Caller Check. You will then be able to verify the call through the app.

Remember, banks will:​​
❌ Never ask for your banking passwords, PINs, or verification codes​​
❌ Never need to know your full credit card number – especially the CVC
❌ Never ask you to download software or remotely access your device​​
❌ Never ask you to purchase gift cards or transfer funds.

If you have received a phone call and think your account has been compromised, call ASB on 0800 ASB FRAUD (0800 272 372), or visit your local branch.

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