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1839 days ago

Three-minute power te reo Māori lesson: Five words every Kiwi should know

Stacey Reporter from Stuff

Hi Neighbours,

You don't need to learn how to speak perfect, formal te reo Māori to help normalise the language of Aotearoa - you can do it one word at a time.

At the end of this three-minute power te reo Māori lesson you'll know five key words and how to use them.

On Friday our … View more
Hi Neighbours,

You don't need to learn how to speak perfect, formal te reo Māori to help normalise the language of Aotearoa - you can do it one word at a time.

At the end of this three-minute power te reo Māori lesson you'll know five key words and how to use them.

On Friday our tutor, Anton Matthews, will be live on Stuff at 12.30pm to answer any questions from this week's lessons.

For more lessons, click here

1839 days ago

Neighbourhood Support is proud to support Te Wiki o te Reo Māori which kicks off today!

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

To celebrate here are 3 words you can use in your next kōrero about mental health + well-being. 🗣🧡

#NSNZmentalhealth #TeWikioTeReoMāori #KiaKahaTeReoMāori

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1840 days ago

Marian’s Walk will Inspire Youth to Take On the Challenge of Life

Graeme Dingle Foundation

For Marian Campbell, walking the length of New Zealand is a way of both inspiring young people to find a pathway in life, and paying homage to the people who have inspired her.

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1842 days ago

Are we too harsh on freedom campers?

Reporter Northern Outlook

Hi neighbours - freedom campers visiting Kaikōura this summer will be banned from popular sites and will face fines for poor behaviour under a new bylaw.

850 people signed a petition calling for the removal of council-designated preferred camping sites following a chaotic summer. The bylaw … View more
Hi neighbours - freedom campers visiting Kaikōura this summer will be banned from popular sites and will face fines for poor behaviour under a new bylaw.

850 people signed a petition calling for the removal of council-designated preferred camping sites following a chaotic summer. The bylaw would ban camping at spots like Kiwa Rd in Mangāmāunu, and in the Kaikōura township.

Did you sign the petition? Or do you think we're being too harsh on freedom campers?

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1841 days ago

Do you love puzzles?

The Team Reporter from Stuff

We have just launched our newest print product. You can now receive a monthly puzzle book packed with over 200 unique puzzles and delivered to your home each month! 100% New Zealand made and owned, just like your newspaper. Find out more

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1842 days ago

How do you talk to kids about news?

The Team Reporter from Stuff

Our complex and ever-changing world can be a difficult thing to explain to tamariki. To help, Stuff has launched KEA Kids News - a twice-weekly video bulletin of news by kids for kids.

Just like the smart and curious kea, our inquisitive kid reporters will peck through local, national and … View more
Our complex and ever-changing world can be a difficult thing to explain to tamariki. To help, Stuff has launched KEA Kids News - a twice-weekly video bulletin of news by kids for kids.

Just like the smart and curious kea, our inquisitive kid reporters will peck through local, national and international news to find stories and ask questions that connect with seven to 11-year-olds, to show them that truth is not only stranger than fiction but often a lot more interesting.
Find out more

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1842 days ago

Peppertree Luxury Accommodation FOR SALE!

New Zealand Sotheby's International Realty

This boutique hotel offers a new owner the opportunity to combine a healthy and diverse lifestyle with an interesting and profitable business which naturally scales down during winter, allowing for a holiday.

Each of the five beautifully appointed suites has been subtly themed, providing … View more
This boutique hotel offers a new owner the opportunity to combine a healthy and diverse lifestyle with an interesting and profitable business which naturally scales down during winter, allowing for a holiday.

Each of the five beautifully appointed suites has been subtly themed, providing individual charm as well as comfort. In the heart of the lodge is a spacious, recently renovated farmhouse kitchen enjoying garden and orchard views. A large woodburner with wetback heats the water for a series of radiators around the house, ensuring year-round warmth.

Organically managed, the four-hectare property provides the ability to live from the land with honey, fruit trees, berry patches, vegetable gardens, olives and grazing for sheep, cattle and horses. The small Chardonnay vineyard with a careful selection of clones produces a succulent house wine thoroughly enjoyed by guests from all around the world.

A range of useful ancillary sheds and buildings offers space for projects, hobbies, storage and accommodation for staff. Other facilities on the property include a petanque court, croquet lawn and small gymnasium overlooking the swimming pool.

This extraordinarily diverse and unique lifestyle is ideally located on State Highway One, less than a five-minute drive from central Blenheim and 15 minutes from numerous winery cellar doors, restaurants and the airport.

Offers from $2,500,000 plus GST (if any)
Find out more

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1842 days ago

Here's an interesting fact for your Friday...

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

New Zealand Police, and in particular 111, is increasingly contacted as the first port of call in a mental health crisis.

To make sure those who need help get it, in 2018 a dedicated helpline was established for those who are feeling overwhelmed, anxious and down. People can call or text … View more
New Zealand Police, and in particular 111, is increasingly contacted as the first port of call in a mental health crisis.

To make sure those who need help get it, in 2018 a dedicated helpline was established for those who are feeling overwhelmed, anxious and down. People can call or text ‘1737’ any time, day or night, to get FREE help from a trained mental health professional.

Please share so others in our community know about this life-saving helpline!

#NSNZmentalhealth #safercommunitiestogether

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1842 days ago

Banishing the black dog in quest for black jerseys

Graeme Dingle Foundation

Warriors league star and Kiwi Can Leader Langi Veainu is on the cusp of becoming a dual international as a Black Fern.

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1843 days ago

Have you been involved in a farm animal crash?

Reporter Northern Outlook

Hi neighbours - a truck driver escaped injury when they crashed into several cows loose on a North Canterbury road.

Have you ever been involved in a crash or any near misses caused by farm animals?
Read more

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1843 days ago

Quake-affected homeowners - Has the council done enough for you?

Reporter Northern Outlook

Hi neighbours - the Kaikōura District Council says it has gone the extra mile to help quake-affected homeowners, but some say it should have done more to ensure all of those affected could move on.

The council announced this week it would soon complete work on natural hazards issues for a … View more
Hi neighbours - the Kaikōura District Council says it has gone the extra mile to help quake-affected homeowners, but some say it should have done more to ensure all of those affected could move on.

The council announced this week it would soon complete work on natural hazards issues for a handful of private properties across the district. The announcement follows the council's controversial agreement to move houses at Rakautara a few metres further away from the cliff face.

The plans to move the homes was labelled "ridiculous" by residents. Were you affected by the quake? Has the council done enough for you?

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1844 days ago

KEA Kids News: What happens to all the illegal guns?

The Team Reporter from Stuff

This video bulletin is news for kids by kids. Help the young people you know understand our complicated world by watching KEA Kids News with them.
Find out more here.

1845 days ago

Are you a fan of Neighbourly? Want to help lead your community?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Neighbourly's purpose is to grow connections between neighbours, making each community around New Zealand a safe and happy place to live. We are currently on the lookout for Neighbourly members to become Neighbourly Leads in their own community.

Neighbourly Leads are people who enjoy using… View more
Neighbourly's purpose is to grow connections between neighbours, making each community around New Zealand a safe and happy place to live. We are currently on the lookout for Neighbourly members to become Neighbourly Leads in their own community.

Neighbourly Leads are people who enjoy using Neighbourly and feel passionate about their corner of this country. They help neighbours to connect positively on the site and are happy to point members in the right direction.

If this sounds like you, please consider becoming a Neighbourly Lead for your suburb alongside dozens of other keen locals around the country!

You can find more information here.
Apply here

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1845 days ago

Poll: Do you bother to vote in local body elections?

Sarah Reporter from Stuff

Local elections impact us all, but many of us don't take the time to make our voices heard.

In fact, only 38.5% of Aucklanders voted in the 2016 local body election.

To read more, click here.

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Do you bother to vote in local body elections?
  • 84.5% Yes, of course
    84.5% Complete
  • 15.5% No, I can't be bothered
    15.5% Complete
1628 votes
1846 days ago

No seats left for mayoral debate

Kamala Hayman Reporter from The Press

A public debate between Christchurch mayoral hopefuls Lianne Dalziel, John Minto and Darryll Park is fully booked.
Huge demand has seen all seats taken for the Canterbury Chamber of Commerce event at The Piano on Wednesday evening. No last-minute seats will be available.
However, full coverage of … View more
A public debate between Christchurch mayoral hopefuls Lianne Dalziel, John Minto and Darryll Park is fully booked.
Huge demand has seen all seats taken for the Canterbury Chamber of Commerce event at The Piano on Wednesday evening. No last-minute seats will be available.
However, full coverage of the debate will be published in The Press and on Stuff.
Broadcast journalist Sacha McNeil will MC the event which runs from 5pm to 7.30pm on September 4

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