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1925 days ago

Poll: What people are you most impressed with in the community?

Blanton Smith Reporter from Taranaki Daily News

A little kindness shown to another person can have a huge impact on society. Wouldn't it be great if we could all practise more of it? If you can think of other acts of kindness that wouldn't go astray leave a comment.

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What people are you most impressed with in the community?
  • 13.2% People who smile and greet you on the Coastal Walkway
    13.2% Complete
  • 52.6% Drivers who let you into traffic when it's backed up
    52.6% Complete
  • 10.5% Pedestrians who salute drivers at the crosswalk
    10.5% Complete
  • 18.4% People who pick up litter they spot in the streets
    18.4% Complete
  • 0% Those who give up their seat on the bus
    0% Complete
  • 2.6% Those who hold the door/lift open
    2.6% Complete
  • 0% Checkout operators who pack your bags
    0% Complete
  • 0% People who alert you when you leave your car lights on
    0% Complete
  • 2.6% People who leave money in the parking meter
    2.6% Complete
38 votes
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1 day ago

Poll: How should Guy Fawkes be celebrated?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

While it is a fun occasion, fireworks on Guy Fawkes Night has caused much conflict over the years, upsetting our pets and disrupting the sleep of neighbours.

How should we celebrate Guy Fawkes Night? Vote in our poll and share your thoughts below.

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How should Guy Fawkes be celebrated?
  • 27.9% With a city-wide public fireworks display
    27.9% Complete
  • 20.5% Small fireworks displays in each community
    20.5% Complete
  • 7.7% Keep it as is
    7.7% Complete
  • 32.7% We shouldn't celebrate it!
    32.7% Complete
  • 10.8% Anything but fireworks
    10.8% Complete
  • 0.4% Other - I'll share below
    0.4% Complete
1637 votes
16 hours ago

Solve This Riddle or Be Left Scratching Your Head!

Riddler from The Neighbourly Riddler

With pointed fangs, I sit and wait;
with piercing force, I crunch out fate.
I grab victims, proclaiming might,
and physically join with a single bite.
What am I?

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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19 days ago

What's your favourite recipe for gooseberry?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Love gooseberries? Share your favourite way to enjoy them. We're looking for our readers' favourite family recipes for this delicious crop. Send yours to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, and if we use it in the magazine, you will receive a free copy of our December 2024 issue.

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