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The equine world will be rearing to attend postponed equine festival Equifest, 4 – 6 February 2022. Join us for a celebration of Education, Competition, Shopping and Nightshows.
With more than 140 educational sessions, where else can you learn about all your favourite disciplines in one … View moreThe equine world will be rearing to attend postponed equine festival Equifest, 4 – 6 February 2022. Join us for a celebration of Education, Competition, Shopping and Nightshows.
With more than 140 educational sessions, where else can you learn about all your favourite disciplines in one weekend?
So what are you waiting for? Grab your tickets and get ready to celebrate everything we love about horses!
Running along the coastline, shielded from the Waitemata by Tamaki Drive, lies the Hobson Bay Walkway. This urban adventure can be joined at a number of access points; from Shore Road and also via flights of steps that lead down to the bay from a series of Parnell streets. Some parts of the walkway… View moreRunning along the coastline, shielded from the Waitemata by Tamaki Drive, lies the Hobson Bay Walkway. This urban adventure can be joined at a number of access points; from Shore Road and also via flights of steps that lead down to the bay from a series of Parnell streets. Some parts of the walkway are tidal and require manoeuvring over sand and stones, silty mud or under low hanging bows of pōhutukawa. Other parts are approached over a series of formed paths and built-up wooden boardwalks.
I have been fortunate, through this extended lockdown, to have time to observe the walkway in more detail and am captivated by this natural world at our doorstep.
Want to give something back to your community? How about volunteering with Victim Support? We’re recruiting new volunteers in your neighbourhood.
Volunteer Support Workers come from all walks of life, just like those who need our help. They make an incredible difference by providing support … View moreWant to give something back to your community? How about volunteering with Victim Support? We’re recruiting new volunteers in your neighbourhood.
Volunteer Support Workers come from all walks of life, just like those who need our help. They make an incredible difference by providing support and information for people affected by crime and trauma. Volunteers receive comprehensive training and support from our locally based staff.
Check out our website to find out more about volunteering with us at https://victimsupport.org.nz/support-our-work/about-volunteering, or have a chat with Sarah on sarah.binks@victimsupport.org.nz
Our homes can be our greatest investment and protecting our homes against climate change has become more important than ever.
Our changing climate poses risks to our natural and built environments. Swiss Re in a global analysis of insurance risk said to “expect climate risks to raise global … View moreOur homes can be our greatest investment and protecting our homes against climate change has become more important than ever.
Our changing climate poses risks to our natural and built environments. Swiss Re in a global analysis of insurance risk said to “expect climate risks to raise global property premiums by 33-41% between 2020 and 2040”. The potential increase was deemed a direct consequence of our changing climate.
Our Climate Insights property report provides easily understood information on change to risks for your current or a future property. The report includes robust and actionable information for residential property owners, tenants and investors to enhance their property’s climate resilience.
Kia ora neighbours. The Covid-19 Vaccination Healthline is a free service for anyone who has questions about the Covid-19 vaccine or who needs help booking theirs.
Andrew Slater, chief executive of Whakarongorau Aotearoa, which runs Healthline, said the advice given is in line with the latest … View moreKia ora neighbours. The Covid-19 Vaccination Healthline is a free service for anyone who has questions about the Covid-19 vaccine or who needs help booking theirs.
Andrew Slater, chief executive of Whakarongorau Aotearoa, which runs Healthline, said the advice given is in line with the latest guidelines from the Ministry of Health and Immunisation Advisory Centre, and is supported by a clinical governance group.
Slater urged people not to sit on questions stopping them from getting vaccinated, adding that the service is presented with all kinds of curly questions.
“Ask us anything. We won’t judge. You can be anonymous when you call.”
Click 'read more' for the top 10 questions people are asking Healthline, answered by clinical director Dr Ruth Large and other experts spoken to by Stuff.
Get in quick, there's only a few days to go in our Local Likes competition. Nominate your favourite local business by telling your neighbours why they're best in their field and be in the draw to win a $50 voucher to go and spend with them. Get in quick, this ends Sunday!
… View moreGet in quick, there's only a few days to go in our Local Likes competition. Nominate your favourite local business by telling your neighbours why they're best in their field and be in the draw to win a $50 voucher to go and spend with them. Get in quick, this ends Sunday!
Share your business shout-out now.
Join the rest of the motu on October 28 by taking part in our national earthquake drill and tsunami hīkoi, ShakeOut. Signing up only takes 2 minutes and when you do, you’ll be entered to win a personal emergency grab bag or civil defence wheelie bin kit from NZ Civil Defence.
ShakeOut takes … View moreJoin the rest of the motu on October 28 by taking part in our national earthquake drill and tsunami hīkoi, ShakeOut. Signing up only takes 2 minutes and when you do, you’ll be entered to win a personal emergency grab bag or civil defence wheelie bin kit from NZ Civil Defence.
ShakeOut takes place around the world to remind people of the right action to take during an earthquake:
DROP - down on your hands and knees. This protects you from falling but lets you move if you need to.
COVER - your head and neck (or entire body if possible) under a sturdy table or desk (if it is within a few steps of you). If there is no shelter nearby, cover your head and neck with your arms and hands.
HOLD - on to your shelter (or your position to protect your head and neck) until the shaking stops. If the shaking shifts your shelter around, move with it.
Head to www.shakeout.govt.nz... to sign up today and get involved!
Knowing your way around a BBQ is one thing, but turning that talent into a business is another skill altogether. Rum & Cue is an award-winning meat rub side-hustle that’s just been taken full-time - here’s their story
Head to Digital Boost today (for free) and before long you, too, could… View moreKnowing your way around a BBQ is one thing, but turning that talent into a business is another skill altogether. Rum & Cue is an award-winning meat rub side-hustle that’s just been taken full-time - here’s their story
Head to Digital Boost today (for free) and before long you, too, could be transforming a weekend passion into the business of your dreams.
Lockdown can be hard on all of us and it can be tough to find someone to lend us an ear or share a korero with.
Our students from the bachelor of applied counselling degree at MIT can provide a Free online counselling service.
The great thing about it is that you don’t have to be a current … View moreLockdown can be hard on all of us and it can be tough to find someone to lend us an ear or share a korero with.
Our students from the bachelor of applied counselling degree at MIT can provide a Free online counselling service.
The great thing about it is that you don’t have to be a current student of MIT to access this free counselling, you need only be living in New Zealand and be 16 years or older. We invite you to share the link below with family, friends and colleagues or anyone you feel may find this helpful.
Work hard, keep us safe and go the extra mile – that’s what Aotearoa’s 40,000 cleaners do every day. They keep our schools, healthcare centres, shopping malls, places of work and public spaces hygienic and safe for us all to enjoy. That’s been especially important over the last 18 months. … View moreWork hard, keep us safe and go the extra mile – that’s what Aotearoa’s 40,000 cleaners do every day. They keep our schools, healthcare centres, shopping malls, places of work and public spaces hygienic and safe for us all to enjoy. That’s been especially important over the last 18 months. Our cleaners have been out amongst it on the frontline fighting against the spread of COVID-19.
On Wednesday, 20 October it’s time to acknowledge these superstars. Make sure you say thanks to the cleaner in your life!
Find out what you can do to thank your cleaner here.
Do you love all things homes, interiors and gardens? If so, we have the perfect event for you!
Our ever-popular sellout NZ House & Garden Tours are back for 2022! 🏡 🌸
We’re visiting locations across the country, so make this summer one to remember and join us as we step inside the … View moreDo you love all things homes, interiors and gardens? If so, we have the perfect event for you!
Our ever-popular sellout NZ House & Garden Tours are back for 2022! 🏡 🌸
We’re visiting locations across the country, so make this summer one to remember and join us as we step inside the pages of NZ House & Garden magazine exploring some of the most interesting homes in Aotearoa. Plus it's all for a good cause, with proceeds from tickets sales going towards Breast Cancer Foundation NZ.
Tickets are now on sale. To book and to find out more about all the tour options available, check out our website: www.nzhouseandgardentours.co.nz...
To help Neighbourhood Supporters across the country get better prepared this month, we’ve teamed up with National Emergency Management Agency to give away an emergency preparedness grab n’ go bag to 2 lucky winners.
Head to our Facebook or Instagram to enter:
facebook.com/nsnewzealand
… View moreTo help Neighbourhood Supporters across the country get better prepared this month, we’ve teamed up with National Emergency Management Agency to give away an emergency preparedness grab n’ go bag to 2 lucky winners.
Head to our Facebook or Instagram to enter:
facebook.com/nsnewzealand
instagram.com/neighbourhoodsupportnz/
Hi Auckland.
Been looking for a sign to start an apprenticeship? This is it! Big Ideas are looking for a Signmaking apprentice to join their team in Wairau!
Find out more about this great opportunity now!"
We’re very excited to announce NZ Compare as our new Neighbourly partner.
NZ Compare help Kiwis compare what’s out there, discover new products and services, and save on utility bills, online shopping and financial services.
We look forward to working alongside NZ Compare as they help our … View moreWe’re very excited to announce NZ Compare as our new Neighbourly partner.
NZ Compare help Kiwis compare what’s out there, discover new products and services, and save on utility bills, online shopping and financial services.
We look forward to working alongside NZ Compare as they help our Neighbourly community save time, money, and hassle, at the shops and services that help us live better, more connected local lives.
Please join us in welcoming NZ Compare and stay tuned for tips and tricks on how you can save on everything from your household bills to takeaways, as well as plenty more exciting and informative content.
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