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834 days ago

Food importers fined $28k for failing to label food allergens properly

Reporter Central Leader

Kia ora neighbours, two Auckland food importers have been fined a total of $28k for not translating food allergen warnings into English.

Tokyo Food Company was sentenced to two charges under the Food Act, while Japan Mart was sentenced to one charge in the Auckland District Court.

Tokyo Food Company was fined $21,000 and Japan Mart was fined $7,000, after being prosecuted by New Zealand Food Safety compliance investigators.

Read the full story at the link below.

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A gentle invitation for couples in our community

Valentina from One Tree Hill

🌹 An Invitation for Couples 🌹

This February, I’m offering a gentle, fully clothed, non-sexual Tantra-inspired ritual for couples to reconnect. Using the five senses as portals, partners are guided in steps to rediscover one another through presence, trust, and attention.

📍 14th February | Kohimarama Boat Club, Auckland
Spaces are limited to keep it intimate.

Curious? Comment below or send me a message for details — and feel free to share with a couple who might enjoy this experience.

💛 No prior experience needed.

22 days ago

Scam Alert: Fake information regarding December Bonuses from MSD

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The Ministry of Social Development is reporting that fake information is circulating about new ‘December bonuses’ or ‘benefit increases’

If you get suspicious communication, please contact Netsafe.

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9 days ago

Poll: Do you set New Year’s resolutions?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

🎉 2026 is almost here!

We’re curious ... how do you welcome it?
Do you set resolutions, follow special traditions, or just go with the flow?

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Do you set New Year’s resolutions?
  • 10% Yes! New Year, New Me
    10% Complete
  • 17% Yes - but I rarely stick to them
    17% Complete
  • 73% Nah - not for me
    73% Complete
1271 votes