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Wondering about something in your neighbourhood?

Whether it's a new building going up or a strange noise you keep hearing, ask your neighbours here.

1866 days ago

Consultation extended: National Erebus Memorial

Dee Sims from Waitematā Local Board

We've extended the deadline for those wanting to have their say on the impacts a proposed national Erebus memorial would have on your enjoyment of Dove-Myer Robinson Park, until 29 October. A decision on the landowner consent will be made by the incoming local board. Click the Read More button… View moreWe've extended the deadline for those wanting to have their say on the impacts a proposed national Erebus memorial would have on your enjoyment of Dove-Myer Robinson Park, until 29 October. A decision on the landowner consent will be made by the incoming local board. Click the Read More button to find out all the details and how you can have your say.

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1866 days ago

What qualities are important in a partner and how did you meet your partner?

Brittany Keogh Reporter from Central Leader

Hi neighbours, A survey of 2000 Kiwis has shown different generations place value different qualities when looking for love. Young adults, aged 16 to 34, ranked a sense of humour as the most important quality in a partner, where as most 55- to 64-year-olds viewed sharing values as more important … View moreHi neighbours, A survey of 2000 Kiwis has shown different generations place value different qualities when looking for love. Young adults, aged 16 to 34, ranked a sense of humour as the most important quality in a partner, where as most 55- to 64-year-olds viewed sharing values as more important than sharing a laugh together. Younger people were also more likely to judge potential partners on their looks and perhaps unsurprisingly, more likely to meet their significant other online. What do you think is the most important quality in a partner and how did you meet yours? Please write "NFP" if you don't want your comment to appear in stories.

1866 days ago

What do local elections mean to you?

Reporter Sunday Star Times

Hi neighbours, my name is Brittany and I am a reporter with the Sunday Star Times. I'm looking for a family who's willing to talk to me about what local elections mean for them - the big issues that will affect you this year such as rates, transport etc.

Please get in touch if you are… View more
Hi neighbours, my name is Brittany and I am a reporter with the Sunday Star Times. I'm looking for a family who's willing to talk to me about what local elections mean for them - the big issues that will affect you this year such as rates, transport etc.

Please get in touch if you are available to chat today or tomorrow - you must be willing to be quite open, as you may be asked about budget, household income and if you own your own home etc. To get in touch, email brittany.keogh@fairfaxmedia.co.nz (Please note that we will need you to be named and photographed for the story).

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1866 days ago

I Wore My Clothes Outside Today

Andrea from Eden Terrace

Piled high in my wardrobe were clothes that needed to be seen
To be carried upon the shoulder
Slung low below the hip
Tied around the waist

Tasselled sleeves hanging from fringed leather
Flapper dresses swinging in the wind
Belts with bullet holes for fastening
Neon tops to light the way
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Piled high in my wardrobe were clothes that needed to be seen
To be carried upon the shoulder
Slung low below the hip
Tied around the waist

Tasselled sleeves hanging from fringed leather
Flapper dresses swinging in the wind
Belts with bullet holes for fastening
Neon tops to light the way

Stilettos with heels so high
Boots bound with thick leather laces
Steel capped boots without a nick
Snakeskin knee high leg huggers

These clothes need to see the light
Shake off the dust
Let the flares fan like reptiles
Cover the muse with articulated grace

Yes, I will wear my clothes outside today
And encourage conversation about their cloth
Not worry about the mis and the match
As all thread counts

Enjoy this and other poetry on the Neighbourly Poetry and Prose group
Neighbourly is a wonderful platform to share comments, threads and interesting articles from the individuals who contribute to this group

1866 days ago

Closing Down Sale

The Team from Cancer Society Auckland

Pre-Loved Boutique is closing down! We have 50% off everything in-store starting Monday, 7 October. Looking forward to seeing you soon at Rices Mall, 65 Picton Street, Howick #sale #preloved #boutique #closingdown #buylocal

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1866 days ago

Youth politicians accuse Auckland Council of 'ageism'

Brittany Keogh Reporter from Central Leader

Auckland Council has been accused of ageism for paying members of its youth panel 30 per cent less than its older advisors.

Members of its youth advisory board, who are aged 14 to 24, are paid $173 per meeting. But a review has recommended the council raise their pay to match the rate of $250 … View more
Auckland Council has been accused of ageism for paying members of its youth panel 30 per cent less than its older advisors.

Members of its youth advisory board, who are aged 14 to 24, are paid $173 per meeting. But a review has recommended the council raise their pay to match the rate of $250 per meeting, that members of other demographic panels get.

What do you think? Should young people get a pay rise?

1867 days ago

Auckland University vice-chancellor responds to white supremacy row

Josephine Franks Reporter from Central Leader

Auckland University's vice-chancellor has responded to an outcry over the university's refusal to take white supremacist posters down from campus.

Stuart McCutcheon said he now recognised the most important matter was "not a debate about free speech", after last week citing … View more
Auckland University's vice-chancellor has responded to an outcry over the university's refusal to take white supremacist posters down from campus.

Stuart McCutcheon said he now recognised the most important matter was "not a debate about free speech", after last week citing free speech as the reason the university had not intervened. He said the most important matter was the "very real hurt and sense of threat" felt by some people in the university community.

What do you think of his response?

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1867 days ago

Poll: Should parents be fined if their children drop out of school?

Neighbourly.co.nz

The National Party is considering a policy of fining parents $3000 if their children drop out of school and don't enter further education or training.

Simon Bridges says "The reality is if you're not in work, education or training, you're going to be languishing in a dole … View more
The National Party is considering a policy of fining parents $3000 if their children drop out of school and don't enter further education or training.

Simon Bridges says "The reality is if you're not in work, education or training, you're going to be languishing in a dole queue, and the evidence is potentially for a long time". Do you agree with this policy? Should parents be fined?

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Should parents be fined if their children drop out of school?
  • 36% Yes - they are responsible for their children
    36% Complete
  • 32.5% No - it's not the parents' choice
    32.5% Complete
  • 31.5% It's not fair to assume they'll end up in the dole queue
    31.5% Complete
899 votes
1867 days ago

Update on our downsizing sale

Rae from Ponsonby

Thank you to the folks who gave some of our items new homes. Here is an update and also answers to questions asked.
- the red and blue towels are extra large and hardly been used
- the white towels are 'normal' bath towel size and hardly been used
- the book case is brown - not the … View more
Thank you to the folks who gave some of our items new homes. Here is an update and also answers to questions asked.
- the red and blue towels are extra large and hardly been used
- the white towels are 'normal' bath towel size and hardly been used
- the book case is brown - not the colour shown
- the fans are $50 for the large ones and $20 for the small ono
- we will accept koha for the artworks
- the printer/scanner is very good quality and at least 20 times faster than watching paint dry. You are just paying for the ink.
Please text 021 170 6766 with any further queries and pickup

Negotiable

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