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136 days ago

Join us to celebrate Matariki

Porirua City Council

There are plenty of exciting events in Porirua this year to celebrate Matariki, including star searching, excellent kai, light shows and planting.

To coincide with the new Kai Tahi food and market destination opening, there will be a spectacular outdoor light display along the edge of Te Awarua-o-Porirua Harbour.

Visitors can wander along the Harbourside Pathway between Wi Neera Dr and Parumoana St from 6–9pm on 28–30 June to experience a light display transforming the area.

There are plenty of events on at Pātaka, the city centre library and at Te Rauparaha Arena, including Matariki Under the Stars interactive experience, and free fitness classes.

There will also be a special hāngi, a waiata evening, a barbershop performance, and a banquet featuring a three-course dinner and entertainment from The Lady Killers.

Events are listed on our dedicated Matariki webpage along with any registration details Find out more

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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?
  • 89.4% Yes, it's fair
    89.4% Complete
  • 9.6% No, it's unreasonable
    9.6% Complete
  • 1% Other - I'll share below
    1% Complete
1437 votes
16 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.

Want to stop seeing riddles in your newsfeed?
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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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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