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Let’s hear it for the amazing Fire and Emergency volunteers who help keep our communities safe.
This National Volunteer Week, head to the LetsHearIt landing page on Neighbourly and share a few words about why you’re thankful for what our volunteers do to keep our communities safe. We’ll … View moreLet’s hear it for the amazing Fire and Emergency volunteers who help keep our communities safe.
This National Volunteer Week, head to the LetsHearIt landing page on Neighbourly and share a few words about why you’re thankful for what our volunteers do to keep our communities safe. We’ll make sure they hear your message loud and clear.
Knowing how much we value their sacrifices is part of what keeps Fire and Emergency New Zealand volunteers going. Thank you for letting them know how grateful you are for everything they do.
As more and more of us try to do our bit for the environment, we'd love to hear what habits you've changed.
Have you gone off-grid? Found a way to create an environmentally home? Maybe you've given something up or swapped it for a greener alternative...? … View moreAs more and more of us try to do our bit for the environment, we'd love to hear what habits you've changed.
Have you gone off-grid? Found a way to create an environmentally home? Maybe you've given something up or swapped it for a greener alternative...? Click here to share your eco tips, tricks and experiences and we'll publish a selection of the best.
Tourists arriving in New Zealand may soon have to pay to enter the country under a Government proposed international visitor levy.
The proposal would impact international visitors entering New Zealand for 12 months or less and would be at a rate between $25 to $35.
Do you think international… View moreTourists arriving in New Zealand may soon have to pay to enter the country under a Government proposed international visitor levy.
The proposal would impact international visitors entering New Zealand for 12 months or less and would be at a rate between $25 to $35.
Do you think international visitors should be charged a levy to enter New Zealand?
This is for a family member and his own young family, who are finding it almost impossible to purchase a first home in Whangarei. They have $300K approved, but real estate fees are making a reasonable quality doer upper out of their reach. Just putting it out there, Is there anyone in Whangarei … View moreThis is for a family member and his own young family, who are finding it almost impossible to purchase a first home in Whangarei. They have $300K approved, but real estate fees are making a reasonable quality doer upper out of their reach. Just putting it out there, Is there anyone in Whangarei wanting to sell up for a cash buyer and just go through a lawyer to save $?
Does your community group help families and young people in your local area and need of more funds to support the great work you do? Your local The Warehouse store is now calling for applications to become a partner for our Customer Choice ‘Bags for good’ Programme. In the last financial year … View moreDoes your community group help families and young people in your local area and need of more funds to support the great work you do? Your local The Warehouse store is now calling for applications to become a partner for our Customer Choice ‘Bags for good’ Programme. In the last financial year over $529,000 was raised for 279 community partners across NZ. Curious? For more information or begin the application click here.
Applications close on the 23rd of June.
Rising rents in Whangarei are forcing increasing numbers of people to live in cars, cabins, caravans…
Resene has just released the latest Habitat plus, full of inspiring ideas to help you bring out the best in your home with wallpaper. Pick up your FREE copy at your local Resene ColorShop. Make sure you view the extensive wallpaper library while you're in store; there's something to suit … View moreResene has just released the latest Habitat plus, full of inspiring ideas to help you bring out the best in your home with wallpaper. Pick up your FREE copy at your local Resene ColorShop. Make sure you view the extensive wallpaper library while you're in store; there's something to suit all tastes from neutral to bold, pattern to texture, fun to traditional, striped to botanical.
Housing affordability is getting worse for Kiwis - especially in Auckland.
About four in five people renting are unable to comfortably afford mortgage payments, recent Government statistics show. Many Kiwis are fleeing expensive cities like Auckland in search of affordable housing in the … View moreHousing affordability is getting worse for Kiwis - especially in Auckland.
About four in five people renting are unable to comfortably afford mortgage payments, recent Government statistics show. Many Kiwis are fleeing expensive cities like Auckland in search of affordable housing in the regions - and they're not looking back.
So, in your current situation are you able to afford your own home?
A 17-year-old Kamo High School student has been judged one of the top 10 songwriters in the country …
My neighbour has asked me to put this post up for her. She has this electric typewriter for sale, it is in excellent condition. If you are interested, please contact her direct, Shirley on 437 1230.
Do you want to make a difference in our community?
Would you like to help a new Kiwi feel more at home here?
If you would like to teach English to new migrants and help them settle into our community with the Kiwi way of life, English Language Partners has the answer. We provide a 20 + hour … View moreDo you want to make a difference in our community?
Would you like to help a new Kiwi feel more at home here?
If you would like to teach English to new migrants and help them settle into our community with the Kiwi way of life, English Language Partners has the answer. We provide a 20 + hour training course and on-going support for your volunteer teaching role. Our tutors mainly work from the learner’s home, but can also use the spacious ELPNZ premises upstairs at 10 Rathbone Street.
The next will be on 29th June. On completion of the course and assessment tasks, you will receive a Certificate in Home Tutoring endorsed by the NZQA. The course consists of a 2 1/2 day classroom programme, with a 2 hour one-on-one follow up.
This is a volunteer role. Through your kindness and generosity you could make a real difference to people in your community whilst learning about other cultures and making new friends along the way. phone 4382512 for more information
Whether or not primary school teachers resort to industrial action will be put to a vote in the next…
The 2018 Northland Junior Disability Sports Day saw 35 young people participate in seven adapted …
Sometimes it's hard to figure out whether a plumber is needed or not.
We’ve put together a useful guide that breaks down when to make a good call and get a Master Plumber, Gasfitter or Drainlayer to sort your plumbing problem: bit.ly...
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