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9 days ago

What workplace change would you like to see most?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

This coming Monday is Labour Day in New Zealand. This public holiday marks when the eight-hour workday and 48-hour workweek became law in 1899. The idea started with Samuel Parnell, a carpenter in Wellington, who in 1840 refused to work more than eight hours a day. Since skilled workers were in short supply, his employer had to agree.

As more skilled workers arrived, employers tried to change working conditions, but Parnell and others kept pushing for better rights. In 1890, Parnell led a Labour Day parade of 1,500 people to promote the eight-hour day. He passed away shortly after, and nine years later, Labour Day became an official public holiday.

Do you feel that we have reached the ideal in working environments yet? What rights are you passionate about relating to employment? Share your thoughts!

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1 day ago

Poll: Is the increase in disability parking fines fair?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

In October, the fine for parking in a designated mobility car park without a permit has jumped from $150 to $750—a 400% increase!

The goal is to keep these spaces open for those who truly need them. Do you think this big increase in the fine is fair? Share your thoughts below.

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Is the increase in disability parking fines fair?
  • 89.9% Yes, it's fair
    89.9% Complete
  • 9.1% No, it's unreasonable
    9.1% Complete
  • 1% Other - I'll share below
    1% Complete
1192 votes
1 day ago

Trick or treating?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Are you taking some trick or treaters out this Halloween?

Some Neighbourly members who are getting into the spooky spirit have shared their address so you can visit:
🎃 3/25A Ward St Trentham Upper Hutt - 4pm-8pm
🎃 7 Curacao Place, Grenada Village - 6.30pm-8pm

Public events:
Halloween Kids Twilight Walk - Zealandia
Tawa Firefighters Halloween Night

Remember to supervise your children well, only knock on doors that are obviously taking part and have a wonderful time 🧛

If you missed the chance to be on the list, feel free to share about your event or decorated home in the comments.

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12 hours ago

Happy Halloween everyone! Think You’re Clever? Prove It with Today’s Riddle!

Riddler from The Neighbourly Riddler

What do the mummies, zombies, vampires, goblins and witches all have in common?

Do you think you know the answer to our daily riddle? Don't spoil it for your neighbours! Simply 'Like' this post and we'll post the answer in the comments below at 2pm.

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Head here and hover on the Following button on the top right of the page (and it will show Unfollow) and then click it. If it is giving you the option to Follow, then you've successfully unfollowed the Riddles page.

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