Miranda, Kaiaua

2814 days ago

Are you a petrol voucher Instant Winner?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

If your name is on the list below you've won a $50 Petrol voucher! If your name’s on the list, please contact us before 12pm Friday 21 April to claim your prize. And if you recognise a winner from your neighbourhood, be sure to share the good news with them!

Belinda Brown - New Plymouth
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If your name is on the list below you've won a $50 Petrol voucher! If your name’s on the list, please contact us before 12pm Friday 21 April to claim your prize. And if you recognise a winner from your neighbourhood, be sure to share the good news with them!

Belinda Brown - New Plymouth
Naylar Uisa - Henderson, Auckland
Deborah Fitchett - Christchurch
Kim Worthington - Palmerston North
Natalie Wilson - Upper Hutt

Congratulations to you all!

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2815 days ago

How will you celebrate Neighbours Day this weekend?

The Team from Neighbours Aotearoa

It's been great to see all of the events that are happening over Neighbours Day weekend via our 'Submit your event' webpage. If you have something planned, let us know about it. We'd love for you to submit your event and share stories to our website. If you want to know … View moreIt's been great to see all of the events that are happening over Neighbours Day weekend via our 'Submit your event' webpage. If you have something planned, let us know about it. We'd love for you to submit your event and share stories to our website. If you want to know what's happening in your neighbourhood - check it out! Learn more

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2815 days ago

Introducing our AMI Community Grant Finalists

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

This is day number six of showcasing two of our AMI Community Grant finalists to share a bit more about the great work that they're doing in Kiwi communities. You can help support these organisations by voting for them to win their share of $20,000.

South Canterbury Child Restraint RentalsView more
This is day number six of showcasing two of our AMI Community Grant finalists to share a bit more about the great work that they're doing in Kiwi communities. You can help support these organisations by voting for them to win their share of $20,000.

South Canterbury Child Restraint Rentals
Car seat hire schemes were abandoned in New Zealand after 35 years of support. We think that it is important to have seats available to families with children visiting from out of town or overseas. Without a local rental scheme, they would need to purchase brand new car seats to only be used for a few weeks. The few seats we have at the moment are due to expire next year - we need to build up stock! VOTE NOW!

Students working to make walkways safe
Students from Murrays Bay Primary School and Intermediate School have worked with the New Zealand Police and Auckland Transport in an effort to encourage students to walk to school. Students have designed a logo that Auckland Transport have made into a stencil. The students want to use this logo on safe walkways to their schools. They need funds for the paint and brushes to do this. VOTE NOW!
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2816 days ago

Introducing our AMI Community Grant Finalists

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

This is day number five of showcasing two of our AMI Community Grant finalists to share a bit more about the great work that they're doing in Kiwi communities. You can help support these organisations by voting for them to win their share of $20,000.

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This is day number five of showcasing two of our AMI Community Grant finalists to share a bit more about the great work that they're doing in Kiwi communities. You can help support these organisations by voting for them to win their share of $20,000.

Nelson Marlborough Rescue Helicopter Trust
I would like to nominate the Nelson Marlborough Rescue Helicopter Trust who in 2016 flew 532 missions throughout the top of the South Island. The service is 70% funded by the community and offers a free dedicated rescue helicopter service, 24 hours a day, seven days a week. By supporting our vital service, we can continue to save lives throughout the region. VOTE NOW!

Whangaroa Community Trust
I would like to nominate Whangaroa Community Trust to assist in purchasing paint to create a mural to brighten up and prevent graffiti on the Kaeo amenities block that is next to the children's playground. They are also looking to raise the last $500 to purchase CCTV cameras for the Kaeo main street to help keep our community safe. VOTE NOW!
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2819 days ago

Otaua swimmer Sam Muir James hitting targets in quest to swim Cook Strait

Julie Kaio Reporter from Franklin County News

After 14 hours, 58 minutes and 3 seconds of swimming and covering 40.5 km from Turangi to Lake Taupo, Sam Muir James completed the longest swim of his life so far.
The Otaua swimmer, who has autism, has found a passion in tackling long distance open water swims.
In April, Sam will set his … View more
After 14 hours, 58 minutes and 3 seconds of swimming and covering 40.5 km from Turangi to Lake Taupo, Sam Muir James completed the longest swim of his life so far.
The Otaua swimmer, who has autism, has found a passion in tackling long distance open water swims.
In April, Sam will set his ...

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2817 days ago

To cross or not to cross . . .

Julie Kaio Reporter from Franklin County News

This story on the drive to make a courtesy crossing safer has struck a chord. Confusion reigns in some quarters and occasionally pedestrians are treating courtesy crossings as if they have right of way. There's courtesy crossings in Pukekohe - do they confuse you? * Comments may be used in … View moreThis story on the drive to make a courtesy crossing safer has struck a chord. Confusion reigns in some quarters and occasionally pedestrians are treating courtesy crossings as if they have right of way. There's courtesy crossings in Pukekohe - do they confuse you? * Comments may be used in a story, if you don't want your's included, add NFP, thanks :)

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2817 days ago

Introducing our AMI Community Grant Finalists

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

This is day number four of showcasing two of our AMI Community Grant finalists to share a bit more about the great work that they're doing in Kiwi communities. You can help support these organisations by voting for them to win their share of $20,000.

Crimewatch (Chch) Inc
We patrol … View more
This is day number four of showcasing two of our AMI Community Grant finalists to share a bit more about the great work that they're doing in Kiwi communities. You can help support these organisations by voting for them to win their share of $20,000.

Crimewatch (Chch) Inc
We patrol schools, parks and areas where the public frequently visit in Christchurch, helping to keep the public safe from crime. We are expanding our reach and our fleet of vehicles because we have the opportunity to run a lot more activities that help support the well being of the whole community. As we are a non-profit organisation we do require funding to pay for fuel and other vehicle expenses to keep our fleets running to an excellent standard. We really appreciate all donations. VOTE NOW!

AED Defibrillator for Churchill Park School
We need to buy an outside AED Defibrillator to put up at Churchill Park School. There are so many sport organisations that use the school and large numbers of walker, joggers and cyclists use the local park and surrounding streets so this is also a essential item not only for the school but the surrounding community. The cost to purchase this is around $3,500 and we would love AMI community Grants to help support this. VOTE NOW!
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2817 days ago

Pukekohe man Damion "Chuck" Matene's special Coromandel getaway with his family

Julie Kaio Reporter from Franklin County News

Damion "Chuck" Matene wanted one last fishing trip to cherish with his family.
The Pukekohe man, 50, was diagnosed with terminal cancer in his chest wall.
He contacted Race4Life and requested to take a scenic rail ride and go fishing at Coromandel Town with his children one … View more
Damion "Chuck" Matene wanted one last fishing trip to cherish with his family.
The Pukekohe man, 50, was diagnosed with terminal cancer in his chest wall.
He contacted Race4Life and requested to take a scenic rail ride and go fishing at Coromandel Town with his children one last time.
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2817 days ago

Poll: Should loo breaks at school be limited?

Julie Kaio Reporter from Franklin County News

A UK school's attempt to stop lessons being interrupted by frequent trips to the toilet has been met with outrage.
The controversial new rules stipulate students are only able to visit the loo during two time periods: between 11:05am and 11:25am, and 12:25pm and 12:45pm. That's right -… View more
A UK school's attempt to stop lessons being interrupted by frequent trips to the toilet has been met with outrage.
The controversial new rules stipulate students are only able to visit the loo during two time periods: between 11:05am and 11:25am, and 12:25pm and 12:45pm. That's right - if you need to use the toilet after lunch, you're out of luck!
READ MORE: www.stuff.co.nz...

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Should loo breaks at school be limited?
  • 100% No - it's a breach of rights!
    100% Complete
  • 0% Yes, it will stop kids missing class
    0% Complete
13 votes
2818 days ago

Introducing our AMI Community Grant Finalists

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

This is day number three of showcasing two of our AMI Community Grant finalists to share a bit more about the great work that they're doing in Kiwi communities. You can help support these organisations by voting for them to win their share of $20,000.

Wellington North Community Patrol
Our… View more
This is day number three of showcasing two of our AMI Community Grant finalists to share a bit more about the great work that they're doing in Kiwi communities. You can help support these organisations by voting for them to win their share of $20,000.

Wellington North Community Patrol
Our purpose is to empower communities to prevent crime and create safer environments through the utilisation of trained and equipped volunteer patrols. In the November storms last year, we were on the road checking slips, directing traffic and clearing debris. The patrol needs funds to maintain its patrol vehicle - including ongoing petrol costs. Patrol members are also required to wear high-viz vests and currently we do not have sufficient on hand to allocate to each of our patrollers. VOTE NOW!

Surrogate Grandparents NZ
I have started up a non profit organisation called Surrogate Grandparents NZ who's aim is to unite families who may not have their own Grandparents close by, or are no longer alive with "Surrogate" Grandparents. It will provide support for families with young children as well as being companionship for the older generation who may be lonely and away from their own families. VOTE NOW!
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2819 days ago

Introducing our AMI Community Grant Finalists

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

This is the second day of showcasing two of our AMI Community Grant finalists to share a bit more about the great work that they're doing in Kiwi communities. You can help support these organisations by voting for them to win their share of $20,000.

North Shore Initial Response Trust
Every… View more
This is the second day of showcasing two of our AMI Community Grant finalists to share a bit more about the great work that they're doing in Kiwi communities. You can help support these organisations by voting for them to win their share of $20,000.

North Shore Initial Response Trust
Every week we voluntarily train to prepare for disasters when emergency services require additional support in searches for missing people, sandbagging to protect properties from flooding, and helping limit damage to people and properties following events such as tornadoes, storms and tsunamis. As a group of volunteers, we are not paid for any of this activity. Since the equipment is exposed to extreme weather events and difficult environments, it regularly needs to be replaced. There is some vital equipment we are in need of in order to be able to continue our dedicating our time to helping keep people safe. VOTE NOW!

Riverton Community Garden Project
Our goal is to create a self-funding, sustainable food producing garden that can eventually start to give back to those most in need within our community, such as struggling families, and the elderly. We rely on various age groups to look after the garden, including the Riverton Primary School, Aparima College (local high school) and Riverton Childcare and other local volunteers. We are seeking funding to establish infrastructure to support the garden for many years to come. VOTE NOW!
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2819 days ago

Poll: Do you leave wet washing to sit overnight?

Julie Kaio Reporter from Franklin County News

A young mum has sparked a social media debate asking readers if it was OK to leave wet washing sitting overnight.
There are those that say, "Why not? What difference will it make?"
And there are those that say they never do it, because it goes a bit mouldy and "whiffy".
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A young mum has sparked a social media debate asking readers if it was OK to leave wet washing sitting overnight.
There are those that say, "Why not? What difference will it make?"
And there are those that say they never do it, because it goes a bit mouldy and "whiffy".
READ MORE: www.stuff.co.nz...

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Do you leave wet washing to sit overnight?
  • 40% Yes. Can't see (or smell) the problem
    40% Complete
  • 26.7% Did it once. Never again.
    26.7% Complete
  • 33.3% Never had, never would.
    33.3% Complete
15 votes
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