Kawakawa Bay - Orere Point, Kawakawa Bay

Wondering about something in your neighbourhood?

Wondering about something in your neighbourhood?

Whether it's a new building going up or a strange noise you keep hearing, ask your neighbours here.

2233 days ago

Eat free meat for eight weeks

Liggins Institute

Could Wagyu beef protect you against heart disease? If you’re a man on the heavier side you could help us find out by eating meat or meat alternative. Join a Liggins Institute study today.

Find out if you're eligible by taking our screening survey.
Find out more!

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2234 days ago

Poll: The battle to prove ownership of the pavlova was hard-fought. The new pavlova is:

Reporter Sunday Star Times

Many New Zealanders loved Kiwiana and it helped define us on the world stage – but Kiwiana was a creation of the last century. New Zealand's national paper, the Sunday Star-Times, is embarking on a project to find out what Kiwiana has evolved into and how it encapsulates the values of our … View moreMany New Zealanders loved Kiwiana and it helped define us on the world stage – but Kiwiana was a creation of the last century. New Zealand's national paper, the Sunday Star-Times, is embarking on a project to find out what Kiwiana has evolved into and how it encapsulates the values of our diverse, innovative 21st century nation.

Join us as we explore what Kiwi culture looks like in neighbourhoods across the country. In the coming weeks, you'll notice a few posts about Kiwi innovations popping up across Neighbourly - we'd love for you engage and let us know what innovations and innovators you think need profiling!

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The battle to prove ownership of the pavlova was hard-fought. The new pavlova is:
  • 12.9% Sunfed chicken-free chicken, the pea-based protein that’s healthier for NZers
    12.9% Complete
  • 75% Whittaker's L&P Chocolate, two of New Zealand’s most iconic brands join forces
    75% Complete
  • 12.1% Deer milk cheese, is a world-first that has top chefs buzzing
    12.1% Complete
659 votes
2234 days ago

Keep healthy with regular exercise

The Team from ACC New Zealand

If you’re over 65, regular exercise is one of the best things you can do. There are many benefits – it keeps your bones strong, builds strength and improves your balance to keep you steady and reduce the risk of falls. Joining a local ‘Live Stronger for Longer’ class is a great way to stay … View moreIf you’re over 65, regular exercise is one of the best things you can do. There are many benefits – it keeps your bones strong, builds strength and improves your balance to keep you steady and reduce the risk of falls. Joining a local ‘Live Stronger for Longer’ class is a great way to stay active.

These classes are safe, affordable and you’ll have fun while meeting new people.

Go to livestronger.org.nz to find an approved class near you. Brought to you by ACC, Ministry of Health and Health Quality and Safety Commission.
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2234 days ago

Pukekohe ReStore- Come see the Makeover and Up-cycling Magic!

The Team from

Pukekohe ReStore has had a massive makeover...and our customers are loving it! 🤣Come on down to check it out at 5 Adams Drive, Pukekohe.😃
Watch this space....Gina Maree (our wonderful new ReStore Manager) and our volunteers are full of inventive up-cycling ideas and are getting ready to … View more
Pukekohe ReStore has had a massive makeover...and our customers are loving it! 🤣Come on down to check it out at 5 Adams Drive, Pukekohe.😃
Watch this space....Gina Maree (our wonderful new ReStore Manager) and our volunteers are full of inventive up-cycling ideas and are getting ready to create some impressive 'one off' gems. 🤗
The team look forward to warmly welcoming you in store very soon....

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2234 days ago

Successful year for Animal Management team

Communications Team from Auckland Council

It has been a successful year for Auckland Council’s Animal Management team, which works hard every day to keep both Aucklanders and dogs safe in across the region.

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2235 days ago

Special delivery...

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Say hello to our brand new NSNZ quarterly newsletter - Hapori! 💌🎉

In te reo Māori, Hapori means: family, society, or community. It is our aim with this newsletter to cultivate a thriving family of partners, supporters and the wider community and invite you in to keep up-to-date with what … View more
Say hello to our brand new NSNZ quarterly newsletter - Hapori! 💌🎉

In te reo Māori, Hapori means: family, society, or community. It is our aim with this newsletter to cultivate a thriving family of partners, supporters and the wider community and invite you in to keep up-to-date with what has been happening behind the scenes at our National Office here in Wellington as well as around the country.

If you didn't receive this edition straight to your inbox, you can still get the entire scoop here:

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While you're there, don't forget to also click 'subscribe' so you can join our growing community of Neighbourhood Supporters! 🏡💛

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2235 days ago

Have a go at lawn bowls

The Team from Auckland Bowls

October is lawn bowls “Have A Go” month where bowling clubs throughout Auckland open their doors for you to try the sport for free.

Lawn bowls is one of the few sports that can be played for a lifetime irrespective of age, gender, culture or physical ability and is a great way to meet with … View more
October is lawn bowls “Have A Go” month where bowling clubs throughout Auckland open their doors for you to try the sport for free.

Lawn bowls is one of the few sports that can be played for a lifetime irrespective of age, gender, culture or physical ability and is a great way to meet with new people.

Our friendly clubs welcome new players and people that just want to "have a go" can try the sport through a wide range of social bowling programmes during summer. To find out more visit your local club or the Play Bowls website
Find out more!

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2235 days ago

New Foton Tunland from $23,995 plus gst

Enterprise Motor Group Manukau

A new Foton Tunland double diesel ute from just $23,995 plus gst and ORC. With no deposit and just $123.24 per week (T&C’s apply).

The Tunland boasts a Cummin’s turbo diesel motor, GETRAG gearbox, BorgWarner transfer case and Bosch electronics there’s no doubt it’s World Class at … View more
A new Foton Tunland double diesel ute from just $23,995 plus gst and ORC. With no deposit and just $123.24 per week (T&C’s apply).

The Tunland boasts a Cummin’s turbo diesel motor, GETRAG gearbox, BorgWarner transfer case and Bosch electronics there’s no doubt it’s World Class at its core.

Test drive today at Enterprise Motor Group Manukau - 567 Great South Road, Manukau, Auckland
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2235 days ago

Protecting kauri while dog walking

Communications Team from Auckland Council

We all love taking our dogs for a hike through the forest, but we also love taking care of those forests for future generations and their dogs.

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2236 days ago

Celebrate National Gardening Week with FREE Butterfly-friendly Seeds

Yates

Our Monarch Butterfly is under threat and this National Gardening Week Kiwis are being called upon to plant butterfly friendly plants to help save the caterpillars when they hatch in Spring and Summer.

Last year saw a national shortage of Swan plants, the main diet of Monarch caterpillars, … View more
Our Monarch Butterfly is under threat and this National Gardening Week Kiwis are being called upon to plant butterfly friendly plants to help save the caterpillars when they hatch in Spring and Summer.

Last year saw a national shortage of Swan plants, the main diet of Monarch caterpillars, causing a large number of the population to be wiped out.

Yates is getting behind the drive to avert a similar crisis this year by giving away various free butterfly friendly seeds including Yates new Butterfly Field Mix seeds between 1st and 14th October. Just register here during this time to receive your packet of seeds.

A national planting day will be held on 20th October. Plant a Swan plant or other butterfly friendly plants in your garden, in your neighbour’s garden, at school, in your local community garden – and let’s help Monarch butterflies flourish.

National Gardening Week aims to foster a love of gardening with a focus on growing not only plants but friendships, good health, strong communities and closer connections with nature.
Register now

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2237 days ago

Only two weeks to go until #RestartAHeart Day! ❤️

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Did you know each minute without CPR reduces survival by 10%? The Goodsam app aims to get help to you faster by alerting good samaritans nearby who are trained in first aid.

If you are CPR certified and know how to use an AED, register as a responder today. Let's give those undergoing cardiac… View more
Did you know each minute without CPR reduces survival by 10%? The Goodsam app aims to get help to you faster by alerting good samaritans nearby who are trained in first aid.

If you are CPR certified and know how to use an AED, register as a responder today. Let's give those undergoing cardiac arrest the best chance of survival!

#NSNZemergencypreparedness

2237 days ago

Meet with Anahila Kanongata’a-Suisuiki

Anahila Kanongata'a-Suisuiki from Anahila Kanongata'a-Suisuiki - Labour List MP

There will be pop up clinics running in the Tāmaki area soon, so please look out for notices on our Facebook page.

Office hours for Tāmaki are 9am-5pm Mon/Wed/Fri at 100 Neilson Street, Onehunga (Entrance on Galway Street).

Office hours for Papakura are 9am-5pm Tues/Thurs at 29 Broadway, … View more
There will be pop up clinics running in the Tāmaki area soon, so please look out for notices on our Facebook page.

Office hours for Tāmaki are 9am-5pm Mon/Wed/Fri at 100 Neilson Street, Onehunga (Entrance on Galway Street).

Office hours for Papakura are 9am-5pm Tues/Thurs at 29 Broadway, Papakura.

Please feel free to call 800-ANAHILA if you would like to book an appointment to go into the office to discuss your matters.

Check here for any current events or notices.

Authorised by Anahila Kanongata'a-Suisuiki, Parliament Buildings, Wellington
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2238 days ago

Poll: Should plastic straws be removed from all NZ supermarkets?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

You won't be able to find plastic straws in Countdown stores from October 1 - they're off the shelves! To read more, click here.

Countdown is removing them from all stores and replacing them with a range of alternatives including bamboo, metal and paper straws.

The … View more
Hi neighbours,

You won't be able to find plastic straws in Countdown stores from October 1 - they're off the shelves! To read more, click here.

Countdown is removing them from all stores and replacing them with a range of alternatives including bamboo, metal and paper straws.

The supermarket's move is expected to remove 11.6 million straws from circulation and the waste stream each year. WOW.

Do you think other NZ supermarkets should follow suit?

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Should plastic straws be removed from all NZ supermarkets?
  • 77.6% Yes, let's get rid of them
    77.6% Complete
  • 22.4% No, plastic straws are useful
    22.4% Complete
2774 votes
2238 days ago

If the warranty has ended, it doesn't mean your rights have!

Sacha Green from Citizens Advice Bureau New Zealand

When you buy goods you have rights that protect you even if the warranty has expired. A warranty is extra to the protections in the Consumer Guarantees Act (CGA) and can’t override or replace these. This means a retailer can't just say you're out of luck because the warranty period has … View moreWhen you buy goods you have rights that protect you even if the warranty has expired. A warranty is extra to the protections in the Consumer Guarantees Act (CGA) and can’t override or replace these. This means a retailer can't just say you're out of luck because the warranty period has ended.

The CGA says that products have to be of an acceptable quality which means they must be fit for purpose (or do what they're made to do), last for a reasonable amount of time, be safe, and be free from any minor defects. What is “acceptable quality” is based on what you could reasonably expect taking into account things like the nature of the goods, what you paid for them, and any particular statements made about the goods.

If you have a problem with something you’ve bought and the warranty period has ended, you might still be entitled to have it repaired or replaced. Check out our information on your rights as a consumer or phone CAB on 0800 367 222.

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2238 days ago

We're hitting the road!

The Team from Neighbours Aotearoa

Our road trip is happening soon! We're hitting the road in the lead-up to our 10th celebration of Neighbours Day (March 22 - 31 2019: Celebrating 10 years with 10 days of celebrations) and are on the hunt for organisations, places and people who would like to host us along the way, chat about … View moreOur road trip is happening soon! We're hitting the road in the lead-up to our 10th celebration of Neighbours Day (March 22 - 31 2019: Celebrating 10 years with 10 days of celebrations) and are on the hunt for organisations, places and people who would like to host us along the way, chat about the work they’re doing, or help us run workshops.

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