760 days ago

Māori Language Week 2022

Kristi Neighbourly Lead from Tikipunga

Māori Language Week is an annual celebration held in the third full week of September. This year it takes place from September 13 to 19.

The initiative, also called ‘Te Wiki o te Reo Māori,’ is government-sponsored. It aims to inspire New Zealanders to speak the Māori language proudly. Māori Language Week is part of a larger effort to revitalize the Māori language. New Zealanders — and indeed, the global community — are encouraged to learn the language and experience the rich culture of the region. ...

Here's some more phrases for you!

Kōrero mai - Talk to me / Let's chat

Kia ora - Hello

Kei te pehea koe? - How are you?

Kei te ora - I'm well

Kia kaha - Be strong

I tēnei rā - Today

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2 days ago

Poll: Should employees be able to work from home?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

At the post-Cabinet press conference, the National Party asserted they want public sector staff to return to the office. This has opened a conversation about other sectors in New Zealand who have adopted working from home (WFH).

Where possible, do you think employees should be able to work from home? Vote below and share your thoughts in the comments.

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Should employees be able to work from home?
  • 70.1% Yes
    70.1% Complete
  • 26.7% No
    26.7% Complete
  • 3.2% Other - I'll share below
    3.2% Complete
1268 votes
6 days ago

This one was sent in by your fellow neighbour, can you figure it out?

Riddler from The Neighbourly Riddler

What is first white then red and the plumper it gets the more the old lady likes it?

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