21 days ago

Give Hope, Donate Blood or Plasma Today

NZ Blood

Donate Blood or Plasma Save Lives, Make a Difference

This year, become someone’s reason for hope. This year, be the reason someone finds hope. Your donation could be the one that saves a life and offers a lifeline to someone in need.

Currently around 4% of NZ’ers donate blood or plasma, and with more than 30,000 NZ patients each year needing donated blood and plasma products, we constantly need new and returning donors to join our lifesaving whānau..

Book your donation today – because your generosity can change a life.
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1 day ago

Poll: Has your Kiwisaver taken a dip?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

With the US tariffs ramping up and the stock market taking a hit, many are noticing a change in their Kiwisaver amounts.

If you've had a peek at your Kiwisaver balance since, have you seen it decrease?

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Has your Kiwisaver taken a dip?
  • 86.3% Yes, it's decreased
    86.3% Complete
  • 10.7% Nope
    10.7% Complete
  • 3% Other - I'll share below
    3% Complete
364 votes
6 days ago

Poll: If you could rewind time, would you choose a different career?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

It might not be too late for you, but some people look back and wish they had taken a different career path.

If you could go back in time, would you choose something different? Let us know what you would have chosen in the comments below.

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If you could rewind time, would you choose a different career?
  • 58.5% Yes
    58.5% Complete
  • 41% No
    41% Complete
  • 0.5% Other - I'll share below
    0.5% Complete
1108 votes
5 hours ago

Scrumptious hot cross bun recipe

Kevin Hickman Retirement Village

Warm, fragrant hot cross buns are always a firm favourite in Ryman villages over the Easter holidays. It’s also the perfect time to spend with family – and what better way to create a festive atmosphere than by baking some delicious hot cross buns with your grandkids?

Nothing beats home-made, and this recipe, shared by Ryman chef Matt Orr, will make a perfect Easter treat. As they bake, your home will be filled with the sweet aromas of Easter, and you’ll have a wonderful snack to enjoy together. So, let’s get baking!

Click read more for the full recipe.

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