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682 days ago

School bus leaves young children stranded, 'kilometres' from home

Melanie Earley Reporter from Western Leader

Kia ora neighbours, children as young as 5 were left to find their own way home after they were made to get off their school bus onto a busy road with no footpath.

The children were heading home from Oratia District School on Monday when the bus they were on was unable to drive onto Piha Rd due to another bus breaking down and blocking the road.

A text message that was sent to parents over an hour after school finished for the day said due to the road blockage, all the children had been “offloaded” from the bus at the top of Te Ahuahu Rd.

Read the full story at the link below.

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2 days ago

Poll: Would you commute by public transport if it was free?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Using your car is convenient, except for finding parking.

Cycling lets you leave anytime, but you might arrive soaked.

So, neighbours, if public transport had the perk of being free, would it be your main way to commute?

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Would you commute by public transport if it was free?
  • 67.4% Yes
    67.4% Complete
  • 29.2% No
    29.2% Complete
  • 3.4% Other - I'll share below
    3.4% Complete
1911 votes
23 days ago

Poll: What special qualities should a 5-star New Zealand airport hotel at our largest international airport have?

Pullman Novotel

Te Arikinui Pullman Auckland Airport is New Zealand’s only 5-star airport hotel, given its incredibly close proximity to the airport, the convenience of walking to the airport is a major highlight but there are plenty of other features that make it special. Find out more

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What special qualities should a 5-star New Zealand airport hotel at our largest international airport have?
  • 4.7% Unmatched runway views with a private lounge
    4.7% Complete
  • 46% Exceptional service from arrival to departure
    46% Complete
  • 5% Gourmet dining featuring New Zealand's finest, celebrating Te Ao Māori kai
    5% Complete
  • 36% A soundproof oasis with all desired amenities
    36% Complete
  • 8.3% Māori culture reflected throughout, creating an architectural marvel
    8.3% Complete
361 votes
5 days ago

Poll: Does grocery bagging affect where you shop?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

There's only a few differences between our larger chain supermarkets here in New Zealand. Having someone bag your groceries is one of them.

Does having your groceries packed for you at the checkout influence where you do your grocery shop? If so, tell us why.

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Does grocery bagging affect where you shop?
  • 24.1% Yes
    24.1% Complete
  • 75.2% No
    75.2% Complete
  • 0.7% Other - I'll share below
    0.7% Complete
2429 votes