Lake Rotoma, Rotorua

Got some bits to give away?

Got some bits to give away?

Clear our that garage and pop it on Neighbourly Market for free.

1797 days ago

Your Summer Festival Fun Sorted

Hamilton Gardens

Hamilton Gardens Arts Festival is back and bigger than ever, with festival headliner Fly My Pretties and new venues across the city!

Chock-full of over 50 performances spanning all things arty, this whanau-friendly event is not to be missed.

Check out rising Singer songwriter Nadia Reid, … View more
Hamilton Gardens Arts Festival is back and bigger than ever, with festival headliner Fly My Pretties and new venues across the city!

Chock-full of over 50 performances spanning all things arty, this whanau-friendly event is not to be missed.

Check out rising Singer songwriter Nadia Reid, laugh your head off with Michele A’Court, or relax to some of the finest local classical music courtesy of the NZ Opera.

With the iconic Hamilton Gardens established as the heart of the event, more venues means more art, music, comedy and theatre for all!

See you at HGAF 2020!
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1798 days ago

Have you won a SIX60 double pass?

Neighbourly.co.nz

Another 10 double passes to SIX60 have been drawn for our Neighbourly members! We have 100 double passes to give away as well as an exclusive concert by one of the supporting acts from the SIX60 tour.

To be eligible, make sure you are a verified Neighbourly member (need a hand verifying your … View more
Another 10 double passes to SIX60 have been drawn for our Neighbourly members! We have 100 double passes to give away as well as an exclusive concert by one of the supporting acts from the SIX60 tour.

To be eligible, make sure you are a verified Neighbourly member (need a hand verifying your address? Click here). We’ll also need to see you being more Neighbourly, whether it’s posting to your neighbourhood, replying to questions or inviting your neighbour to join the site (we’ve put together a few ideas here).
Have you won?

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1799 days ago

We’re adjusting the electorate boundaries

Electoral Commission

We’re adjusting our electorate boundaries for the next two general elections.

By making sure each electorate has about the same number of people, we can give all New Zealanders equal representation in Parliament. It’s all balance.
If we move one of your electorate boundaries, you could … View more
We’re adjusting our electorate boundaries for the next two general elections.

By making sure each electorate has about the same number of people, we can give all New Zealanders equal representation in Parliament. It’s all balance.
If we move one of your electorate boundaries, you could end up in a different electorate to the one you’re in now – so we show you what we’re proposing before we make any changes and give you the opportunity to share your thoughts.

Have your say now at vote.nz
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1800 days ago

Are you a recent home buyer? or a retiree in your own home?

Reporter Sunday Star Times

Hi Neighbourly - we're looking for a first-home buyer to talk about why it was their goal to buy a house and the reasons behind it (need to be willing to be pictured with it). We're also looking for a few people 50 years or older to talk about how important owning their own home is to … View moreHi Neighbourly - we're looking for a first-home buyer to talk about why it was their goal to buy a house and the reasons behind it (need to be willing to be pictured with it). We're also looking for a few people 50 years or older to talk about how important owning their own home is to their retirement goals

Can you help? Email susan.edmunds@stuff.co.nz

1801 days ago

Oi, you! That’s not very Neighbourly!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Neighbourly is a platform for kind community communication. You can help conversations stay neighbourly by alerting us to any comments getting in the way of productive community discussion. Simply click the '...' button below a post, reply or private message and select "… View moreNeighbourly is a platform for kind community communication. You can help conversations stay neighbourly by alerting us to any comments getting in the way of productive community discussion. Simply click the '...' button below a post, reply or private message and select "Report this message". You can also contact us if there is anything you’re unsure about.

👉👉 Check out more Neighbourly tips and tricks here.

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1802 days ago

KEA Kids News: Inside the Rotorua hatchery raising its 2000th kiwi chick

Reporter Stuff

In today's news, Janie Taiiringa-Roimata Bennett, 9, of Te Kura o Te Koutu, visits the National Kiwi Hatchery at Rainbow Springs in Rotorua where they have just celebrated the hatching of a very special kiwi.

KEA Kids News is current affairs for kids by kids. Our young reporters find stories … View more
In today's news, Janie Taiiringa-Roimata Bennett, 9, of Te Kura o Te Koutu, visits the National Kiwi Hatchery at Rainbow Springs in Rotorua where they have just celebrated the hatching of a very special kiwi.

KEA Kids News is current affairs for kids by kids. Our young reporters find stories that connect with 7 to 11-year-olds to help tackle tough issues in ways you can share with your whole family. Find out more here.

1802 days ago

Geonet UPDATE

The Team from Whakatāne District Council

In this update, GeoNet advises that "the level of volcanic tremor continues to rise and there is medium likelihood of future eruptive activity in the next 24 hours. The Volcanic Alert Level remains at Level 3." Also, there is "an extremely low likelihood of any effects from the … View moreIn this update, GeoNet advises that "the level of volcanic tremor continues to rise and there is medium likelihood of future eruptive activity in the next 24 hours. The Volcanic Alert Level remains at Level 3." Also, there is "an extremely low likelihood of any effects from the eruption on the mainland."

Visit getready.govt.nz for more information on more about ashfall and making preparations

1803 days ago

By sharing your light you light the way for others.

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Tis the season... let's help make other's holidays more merry and bright.

#NSNZthejoyofgiving

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1803 days ago

Coffee cheese n crackers - support group

Melissa from Owhata

Hi neighbours! Are you or someone you know struggling with feeling alone? Maybe you suffer from a mental health issues? Maybe you’re struggling to make ends meet, maybe you’ve just got out of a relationship, or maybe work has been really tough lately. Whatever it is that’s getting you down … View moreHi neighbours! Are you or someone you know struggling with feeling alone? Maybe you suffer from a mental health issues? Maybe you’re struggling to make ends meet, maybe you’ve just got out of a relationship, or maybe work has been really tough lately. Whatever it is that’s getting you down coffee cheese n crackers is a support group designed for people to get together, have something to eat, and have a chat with others.

We run our meetings out of Linton Park Community Centre on Kamahi Place. Everyone is welcome and your confidentiality will be respected. Our next meeting is THIS FRIDAY between 6pm-7:30pm. Hope to see some of you there. Coffee, tea and nibbles provided!

If you have any questions flick me a message or contact me (Melissa) on 0221270976 or Michelle on 021 025 31755

1803 days ago

Latest Update on Civil Defence Centre

The Team from Whakatāne District Council

⚠️ Civil Defence Centre (CDC)

The CDC has relocated and can be now found at the old Harcourts building (4 Commerce Street, Whakatāne). It is now open and will be till 5pm today.

The CDC will provide psychosocial and welfare support services for those both directly and indirectly affected.

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⚠️ Civil Defence Centre (CDC)

The CDC has relocated and can be now found at the old Harcourts building (4 Commerce Street, Whakatāne). It is now open and will be till 5pm today.

The CDC will provide psychosocial and welfare support services for those both directly and indirectly affected.

Onsite will be Red Cross, Victim Support and other government agencies.

If you have specific concerns for family/whānau or friends, you can use the following channels;

▶️ NZ Residents call 105, or 0800 VICTIM (842 846)

▶️ International concerns please call +64 9105 105

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1803 days ago

The Great NZ Santa Run

Graeme Dingle Foundation

🙏🏼 We would like to thank each and everyone that took part or helped to make this year's The Great NZ Santa Run a huge success! 🎅🏼

#YouthDevelopment #GraemeDingleFoundation #Leadership #TheGreatNZSantaRun

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1803 days ago

"Tis the season to support local"

Ecomailbox

“Wouldn’t it be great if there was a central directory of locally-made, ethically-produced and upcycled gift ideas?

Well, hold the phone - Makers & Local by Ecomailbox have done exactly this, and it’s EPIC! There’s gifts broken into categories, DIY ideas, an eco advent calendar, … View more
“Wouldn’t it be great if there was a central directory of locally-made, ethically-produced and upcycled gift ideas?

Well, hold the phone - Makers & Local by Ecomailbox have done exactly this, and it’s EPIC! There’s gifts broken into categories, DIY ideas, an eco advent calendar, social enterprises to support, low-waste gift wrapping inspo, and even gorgeous must-see beaches to explore over summer.

Plus 24 of NZ’s eco bloggers have shared their tips for a Merry Mindful Christmas. From great crafty activities, DIY gifts & acts of kindness to celebrate the festive month of December more mindfully and sustainably.

Read more in the Makers & Local guide now.
Read the guide

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