Karamu - Waipatu, Hastings

Introduce yourself, neighbour!

Introduce yourself, neighbour!

Head to our Know Thy Neighbour page.

Seminar at Summerset Palms, Te Awa

Seminar at Summerset Palms, Te Awa

Tuesday, February 25 at 11 am  A fun and informative session for any family considering moving 

6 days ago

Congrats to our winner of Best Floral Garden

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Janet Lovelock from Papanui, Christchurch has won the category of Best Floral Garden for her stunning floral garden in this small space. Congratulations, Janet!

Janet and her husband both enjoy tending to their garden and shared this about their garden:
"We are both in our eighties and … View more
Janet Lovelock from Papanui, Christchurch has won the category of Best Floral Garden for her stunning floral garden in this small space. Congratulations, Janet!

Janet and her husband both enjoy tending to their garden and shared this about their garden:
"We are both in our eighties and have lived in the Ngaio Marsh Retirement Village for three and a half years. Our passion for gardening spans many years. We change our display every six months to cover Spring and Summer.
The residents in the village regularly bring their visitors to see our display and take plenty of photographs. When you hear comments such as “It lifts my spirits when I get to this corner” you realise how much it means to everyone. We will continue to create a beautiful garden for as long as we are able."

Click on the photos below to have a good look! And give Janet's garden a Like below if you think they've done a great job.

7 days ago

MAINLY MUSIC

Elma Pienaar from St Columba's Presbyterian Church

Columba mainly Music resumes on Thursday 13 February at 9.30am in the church foyer. All are welcome.

BENEFITS OF MAINLY MUSIC.pdf Download View

14 days ago

We're looking for...The Best Floral Garden

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The Neighbourly Backyard Awards are in full swing and we are looking forward to seeing the entries on this one!

This week's category is......... Best Floral Garden.

Whether your garden is bursting with wildflowers, perfectly coordinated roses, or elegant neutrals, we want to see it!

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The Neighbourly Backyard Awards are in full swing and we are looking forward to seeing the entries on this one!

This week's category is......... Best Floral Garden.

Whether your garden is bursting with wildflowers, perfectly coordinated roses, or elegant neutrals, we want to see it!

So share a photo, or two, in a comment below of your floral garden to be in to win a $100 Mitre10 voucher. Winner will be announced next Monday 🌿🌱🍃

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7 days ago

Have you got your tickets yet?

Heart Foundation Lottery

Don't miss out! For only $15 a ticket, you could win this brand-new, fully furnished Jennian home located in beautiful One Tree Point, Northland.

Valued at $845,000, this home features three bedrooms and an open-plan kitchen, living, and dining area. It’s waiting to be loved by its new … View more
Don't miss out! For only $15 a ticket, you could win this brand-new, fully furnished Jennian home located in beautiful One Tree Point, Northland.

Valued at $845,000, this home features three bedrooms and an open-plan kitchen, living, and dining area. It’s waiting to be loved by its new owner.

Make this property your permanent residence, a holiday home, a rental, or simply sell it!

Get your tickets today at heartlottery.org.nz
Find out more

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9 days ago

Swim Cross Endless Pool - X200 model

Mollie from Havelock North

Genuine reason for selling, well maintained, all service information available. Purchased August 2020. Has a fitted, Covana battery operated, electronic sealed cover, and 2 batteries that will would be provided free of charge. Open to offers on an 'as is' for removal.
Contact M Wilson, … View more
Genuine reason for selling, well maintained, all service information available. Purchased August 2020. Has a fitted, Covana battery operated, electronic sealed cover, and 2 batteries that will would be provided free of charge. Open to offers on an 'as is' for removal.
Contact M Wilson, 0274535274

Negotiable

11 days ago

Bubble man/entertainer

Liz from Havelock North

Does anyone have a contact for a bubble person for an event?

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12 days ago

Mercedes Benz 2007 E280 Avantgarde

Laisa from Raureka

New brakes (pads and rotors)
New shock absorbers front and rear
New tyres

Brand new head unit with navigation system and camera
Diff has been completely remanufactured
Transmission service and engine oil service has been done.
WOF will be new when sold
2 keys
Very good car, only selling … View more
New brakes (pads and rotors)
New shock absorbers front and rear
New tyres

Brand new head unit with navigation system and camera
Diff has been completely remanufactured
Transmission service and engine oil service has been done.
WOF will be new when sold
2 keys
Very good car, only selling because I have too many vehicles.

Price: $4,600

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13 days ago

MONDAY CHAIR YOGA CLASS

Kelsey from Clive

This is a NEW community class for women & men starting February 17 @ The Bridge Club, Guthrie Park, Havelock North 10-30am - 11.10am. Plenty of free parking! Please register your interest or txt Kelsey to find out more information 0279 450 848.

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40 days ago

Share your summer photos! 📷

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Taken some beautiful snaps lately? Whether it's rainbows, sunsets or a beautiful summer's day, we'd love you to share the joy with us.

Share a photo in the comments below

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13 days ago

NZ Male Choir at Art Deco

Keith from Havelock North

Come and enjoy this concert by the NZ Male Choir and Cantare at Waiapu Cathedral, Saturday 15th Feb, 4pm. Under 18 free.

Art Deco Poster 2025 - 24345_Poster Interactive.pdf Download View

13 days ago

This week's cinema prize winners...

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Congratulations to the following members who have each won a $50 cinema voucher:

Hayley Green from Milford

Marion West from Richmond

George Bana from Island Bay

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Congratulations to the following members who have each won a $50 cinema voucher:

Hayley Green from Milford

Marion West from Richmond

George Bana from Island Bay

Sunil Vaghasiya from Tauranga

Winners, get in touch with our team here before 11th of February to claim your prize.

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14 days ago

Open Days

James Wattie Retirement Village

FRIDAY 14 & SATURDAY 15 FEBRUARY, 10AM - 2PM

Discover the award-winning lifestyle at Ryman.

Join us at our open days and explore our living and care options, tour our show homes and see the amenities on offer. Plus, attend our open days and you could win a $500 travel voucher* — … View more
FRIDAY 14 & SATURDAY 15 FEBRUARY, 10AM - 2PM

Discover the award-winning lifestyle at Ryman.

Join us at our open days and explore our living and care options, tour our show homes and see the amenities on offer. Plus, attend our open days and you could win a $500 travel voucher* — perfect for embracing new adventures.

*Participating villages only, Ts and Cs apply

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14 days ago

Backyard Awards: Best Loved Lawn winner

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Mark Elliott from Shirley in Christchurch has won the category of Best Loved Lawn for his lush green masterpiece. Congratulations, Mark!

We spoke with his about his process to keep his lawn beautiful and there may be some blades of advice for your own backyard.

Mark has a huge backyard so … View more
Mark Elliott from Shirley in Christchurch has won the category of Best Loved Lawn for his lush green masterpiece. Congratulations, Mark!

We spoke with his about his process to keep his lawn beautiful and there may be some blades of advice for your own backyard.

Mark has a huge backyard so during Covid times, he decided to renovate the lawn and garden just for something to do. It’s turned into a passion.

His lawn is 100% rye grass - sourced from Prebble Seeds Turf World who supply many golf courses around New Zealand. In the summer he mows it every 2-3 days, sometimes daily, and waters the lawn with a deep soak of about an hour at a time, 2-3 times a week. He uses a granular slow release lawn fertiliser and other liquid fertilisers also.

Mark shares:
'I would say the secret to getting a good lawn is consistent mowing - at least twice a week. Maybe buy a bulk bag of slow release lawn fertiliser from a wholesaler. Keep the grass longer and just take the very top off the blade when you mow. It promotes growth, thickens it up and will really help with stopping weeds - oh, and water. Expect a water bill if you want a good lawn.'

The first photo below shows the 'Before' shot, 4 years ago. Give Mark a Like on this post if you think his lawn is pretty top notch!

20 days ago

Poll: Should our summer school holidays move to February?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

It's a debate that resurfaces each year as weather hits its peak just as kids head back to school.
Traditionally, we've paired the school holidays in NZ with the Christmas period, but would a shift to February make more sense for everyone?

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Should our summer school holidays move to February?
  • 38% Yes, February would be better
    38% Complete
  • 61.3% No, keep it as is
    61.3% Complete
  • 0.7% Other - I'll share below
    0.7% Complete
1243 votes
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