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1687 days ago

'Journeys Framed' at Alberton for Waitangi Day

Rendell McIntosh from Alberton

Performances of 'Journeys Framed', a unique, short theatre piece of movement and sound, take place at Alberton on Waitangi Day this week. Brought to to life by distinguished performers from SeniorsDANCE company, the piece explores the experience of Pakeha migration to Aotearoa.

Performances are at 12pm, 1pm & 2pm. Pop in to see these captivating dances take place in the ambient setting of the ballroom. Alberton's tearoom will be open serving savouries & sweet treats such old-fashioned NZ jam tarts (also fondly remembered as cheesecakes) and tea from the vintage china! Young ones will be entertained by Enchanted Walk Auckland fairy trail in the garden. The house will be open with free entry all day.

Waitangi Day, Thursday 6 February, 10:30-4:30.

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1 day ago

Poll: Should drivers retake the theory test every 10 years?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Drivers get where they need to go, but sometimes it seems that we are all abiding by different road rules (for example, the varying ways drivers indicate around a roundabout).
Do you think drivers should be required to take a quick driving theory test every 10 years?

Vote in the poll and share any road rules that you've seen bent! 😱

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Should drivers retake the theory test every 10 years?
  • 50.8% Yes
    50.8% Complete
  • 47.1% No
    47.1% Complete
  • 2.1% Other - I'll share below
    2.1% Complete
1977 votes
4 days ago

Poll: What does 'Kei te pēhea koe' mean?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Te Wiki o te Reo Māori (Maori Language Week) is upon us and we always love to get involved.

Add your vote to the poll and share a phrase in te Reo Māori below to be in to win a $25 Prezzy card.

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What does 'Kei te pēhea koe' mean?
  • 4.4% You are finally here
    4.4% Complete
  • 86.4% How are you (feeling)?
    86.4% Complete
  • 1.5% There are two fish
    1.5% Complete
  • 7.7% Pass the salt, please
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1616 votes