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66 days ago

Prime Minister delivering apology

Abuse Enquiry

On Tuesday 12 November, the Prime Minister will deliver a public apology to survivors of abuse in care in Parliament.

You can register your interest to attend the event in Parliament, or if you want to watch it with friends, whānau or a support person you can attend an event at the Due Drops … View more
On Tuesday 12 November, the Prime Minister will deliver a public apology to survivors of abuse in care in Parliament.

You can register your interest to attend the event in Parliament, or if you want to watch it with friends, whānau or a support person you can attend an event at the Due Drops Event Centre in Auckland, Shed 6 in Wellington or the Christchurch Town Hall.

Contact the Crown Response Unit today:
Phone: 0800 717 017 (8:30am - 4:30pm Monday - Friday)
Email: contact@abuseinquiryresponse.govt.nz
Registration closes 4.30pm Monday 30 September.

Accommodation, travel and food costs will be covered. Travel assistance will be provided in forms of air travel, petrol vouchers, gift cards, and train, and bus tickets.
Find out more

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67 days ago

Awesome party venue and experience

Julie Neighbourly Lead from Havelock North

We just had my son’s birthday party at the best venue. Beyond The Box Escape Rooms and VR Experience was awesome, amazing, hilarious and fun.
$35 per person for the escape room. It’s an hour trying to figure out how to get out. Or free watching someone else trying to get out. And you can hire … View more
We just had my son’s birthday party at the best venue. Beyond The Box Escape Rooms and VR Experience was awesome, amazing, hilarious and fun.
$35 per person for the escape room. It’s an hour trying to figure out how to get out. Or free watching someone else trying to get out. And you can hire the VR and games room for $150 for an hour.
There are heaps of games and puzzles to keep everyone occupied and entertained. We loved it.
Check it out. They’re at 105 Market St North, Hastings, and you can visit their Facebook page or website www.btbescaperooms.co.nz... for details.
You can also hire the VR experience for your event at your own venue. It would make for a great fundraiser. Any schools interested? Or charities?

67 days ago

Gerda Takes On Te Reo Maori!

James Wattie Retirement Village

This year Te Wiki o te Reo Māori, Māori Language Week, is being held from September 16 to 23. It’s an important week encouraging all of Aotearoa to use te reo Māori in everyday life. Similarly, Mahuru Māori promotes speaking and celebrating te reo throughout the month of September.

Over … View more
This year Te Wiki o te Reo Māori, Māori Language Week, is being held from September 16 to 23. It’s an important week encouraging all of Aotearoa to use te reo Māori in everyday life. Similarly, Mahuru Māori promotes speaking and celebrating te reo throughout the month of September.

Over the last couple of years, Gerda, a resident at Diana Isaac Village in Christchurch, has grown her Māori vocabulary by attending the virtual monthly te reo Māori classes offered to Ryman residents. This group learning environment is run by Anita Gill from Te Puna Reo Māori, a Māori online learning provider.

Click read more for the full story.

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74 days ago

Poll: Is it rude to take a full trolley to self-checkout?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Luckily self-checkout is pretty common in supermarkets these days and we generally use it to quickly buy a few things without the long lines. But perhaps it's appropriate to head there with your full trolley to skip the lines?

What are your thoughts? Is that rude?

Share in the comments … View more
Luckily self-checkout is pretty common in supermarkets these days and we generally use it to quickly buy a few things without the long lines. But perhaps it's appropriate to head there with your full trolley to skip the lines?

What are your thoughts? Is that rude?

Share in the comments below if this has ever happened to you.

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Is it rude to take a full trolley to self-checkout?
  • 53.5% Yes!
    53.5% Complete
  • 44% Nah, it's okay
    44% Complete
  • 2.5% Other - I'll share below!
    2.5% Complete
3053 votes
67 days ago

Be vigilant with mail

The Team from New Zealand Police

Police are aware of a recent overseas rise in scams which involve an unexpected package being sent to addresses with a gift and a QR code inside. Police believe this scamming method could find its way to New Zealand and we are urging people to be vigilant.

The gift will have the recipients … View more
Police are aware of a recent overseas rise in scams which involve an unexpected package being sent to addresses with a gift and a QR code inside. Police believe this scamming method could find its way to New Zealand and we are urging people to be vigilant.

The gift will have the recipients address, but not include the sender's information or be from a known retailer. When the recipient opens the package to see what it is and possibly who sent it, there is a QR code to scan to find out who sent the gift.

The QR code allows the offenders to then access any and all data on your phone or device you used to scan the code, including financial information such as your bank account login details, and personal data.

Police are urging anyone who receives one of these gifts not to scan the QR code, the gift can either be kept or discarded, but do not scan the QR code.
Please report information to Police online at www.police.govt.nz... or call Police on 105.

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67 days ago

Financial Workshop for over 65s

Health Promotion from Age Concern Hawke's Bay

Napier Family Centre’s experienced financial mentors offer
free support and guidance. They can provide a fresh perspective on your finances and connect you with resources you may not know exist. They can help ease money worries by
supporting you through budgeting, goal setting, figuring out
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Napier Family Centre’s experienced financial mentors offer
free support and guidance. They can provide a fresh perspective on your finances and connect you with resources you may not know exist. They can help ease money worries by
supporting you through budgeting, goal setting, figuring out
your entitlements, debt management and more.

Join us for a FREE Financial Work


When: Wednesday, October 30th, 2024, from 10am-12pm
Where: 415 Heretaunga Street East, Hastings - Age Concern HB Hall

Registration is essential as numbers are limited. Call Age Concern HB on 06 870 9060 or email healthpromotion@ageconcernhb.co.nz

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68 days ago

Stay sun-safe and well-read this spring

Sunday Star Times

Longer days and warmer weather are fast approaching!

Make the most of your Sundays with a subscription to the Sunday Star-Times. From just $51, enjoy gripping investigations, in-depth analysis, and exclusive subscriber rewards. Plus, for September only, receive a free Antipodes Supernatural … View more
Longer days and warmer weather are fast approaching!

Make the most of your Sundays with a subscription to the Sunday Star-Times. From just $51, enjoy gripping investigations, in-depth analysis, and exclusive subscriber rewards. Plus, for September only, receive a free Antipodes Supernatural SPF50+ Ceramide Silk Facial Sunscreen worth over $60.

Don't miss out on this unbeatable offer—subscribe today! *Print T&Cs apply.
Subscribe now

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70 days ago

What flowers are blooming in your garden?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Kia ora neighbours,

In our September mag, Amy Roberts from Villaleigh Plants has a list of her favourite blooms for long display. "If you want a long season, look beyond the flowers," is her advice. Here are her picks: Geranium phaeum 'Mourning Widow', Salvia leucantha, … View more
Kia ora neighbours,

In our September mag, Amy Roberts from Villaleigh Plants has a list of her favourite blooms for long display. "If you want a long season, look beyond the flowers," is her advice. Here are her picks: Geranium phaeum 'Mourning Widow', Salvia leucantha, Hylotelephium 'Autumn Joy' (pictured), Eryngium pandanifolium and Alchemilla mollis.

Have you got them in your garden? In fact, we'd love to see what you've got in bloom now. Post a photo and share the joy!

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70 days ago

Bowled over

The Team from Resene ColorShop Hastings

Make stunning sets of trinket trays with a nod to the traditional craft of basket-making simply using clay and Resene shades of green.

Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.

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70 days ago

Dinosaur garden

Resene

Create your very own mini Jurassic Park with this easy-to-make potted dinosaur garden. Rejuvenate old dinosaur toys that have faded with Resene testpots to help them keep looking good in the harsh sunlight.

Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.
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73 days ago

Use of indicator

Les from Havelock North

Followed a van from Woodford House into Hastings at 10.15 this morning. Can the driver please learn how to indicate at roundabouts, thank you.

72 days ago

Handle attachment needed

Julie Neighbourly Lead from Havelock North

Does anyone know where I could find a replacement handle attachment for a cordless vacuum cleaner?
2 of the clip in pins have broken off so it won’t stay in place.

71 days ago

Jewellery

Paula from Te Awanga - Haumoana

This darling charm bracelet is a must have!
So many colourful components and lovely silvery charms

Price: $4

71 days ago

Jewellery

Paula from Te Awanga - Haumoana

Intricate silvery decorative pretty bracelet

Price: $3

71 days ago

Jewellery

Paula from Te Awanga - Haumoana

Intricate decorative silvery bracelet.
Dress up or down!

Price: $3

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