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Need some warm fuzzies?

Read the heart-warming neighbour stories here or even share about your Nice Neighbour.

69 days ago

Try Joy’s Oven Hāngi Recipe

The Team from Patrick Hogan Village

This warming Hāngi recipe, created by Joy from Murray Halberg Village, serves six people with plenty of leftovers to enjoy the next day. Serve hot and enjoy with family or friends on a chilly winters night.

Click read more for the full recipe.

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72 days ago

30 Years of Homes & Gardens

NZ House & Garden

It’s NZ House & Garden’s 30th birthday, and to celebrate they’ve put together a great offer that’ll light up your home. Purchase or gift a 1 or 2-year subscription to NZ House & Garden and receive a Living Light luxury soy candle worth $56.90 for FREE*.

Enjoy inspirational home … View more
It’s NZ House & Garden’s 30th birthday, and to celebrate they’ve put together a great offer that’ll light up your home. Purchase or gift a 1 or 2-year subscription to NZ House & Garden and receive a Living Light luxury soy candle worth $56.90 for FREE*.

Enjoy inspirational home & garden content, convenient monthly home delivery, exclusive subscriber-only discounts, up to 27% off retail, and a Living Light luxury soy candle worth $56.90 when you become part of the NZ House & Garden community. *T&Cs apply.
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76 days ago

Poll: Is it still rude to wear a hat inside?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Times have changed and perhaps so has our societal rules around taking off hats when indoors. What are your thoughts?

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Is it still rude to wear a hat inside?
  • 74.6% Yes, take them off indoors
    74.6% Complete
  • 24.3% No, it's not anymore
    24.3% Complete
  • 1.1% Other - I'll share below
    1.1% Complete
4078 votes
73 days ago

Time for a clear-out?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Delve back into that garage or wardrobe! It's time to sell your gently-loved goods at The Neighbourly Winter (online!) Garage Sale

On Saturday 6th July, members will be online checking out the goods on offer so it's a great time to get rid of your winter clutter.

Maybe it's … View more
Delve back into that garage or wardrobe! It's time to sell your gently-loved goods at The Neighbourly Winter (online!) Garage Sale

On Saturday 6th July, members will be online checking out the goods on offer so it's a great time to get rid of your winter clutter.

Maybe it's time to realise that you're never going to use that snowboard or ski jacket, and that you really do have one too many heaters. Whatever it is, take a picture and put it on Neighbourly for locals to see.
List an item now

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73 days ago

Product recalls this month

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

These items have been recalled this month. If you have one of these items at home, click on the title to see the details to ensure it is not a risk to your household.

Food recalls:
Hubbards brand BeMighty granola blueberry & seeds
Leslies Clover chips bbq flavour
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These items have been recalled this month. If you have one of these items at home, click on the title to see the details to ensure it is not a risk to your household.

Food recalls:
Hubbards brand BeMighty granola blueberry & seeds
Leslies Clover chips bbq flavour
Sabres fresh & frozen ready meals
Pams plant based creamy tomato pasta bake

Product recalls:
Farmers brand girls jockey singlet
Vitamix container and blade bases
Crocs Jibbitz
Digital Notepads
City Beach novelty light
LED strip light
Hansa Chipper
Kawasaki Spartan mower

We hope this message was helpful in keeping you and your family safe.

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73 days ago

Ryman Presents: Jackie Clarke

The Team from Patrick Hogan Village

Tuesday 9 July, 2pm
Hosted at Sir Don Rowlands Centre, Karapiro Room,
601 Maungatautari Road, Cambridge

Join us for an exclusive Ryman event featuring the captivating Jackie Clarke.

One of Aotearoa’s most popular entertainers, Jackie has toured and recorded with the greats like Sir Paul … View more
Tuesday 9 July, 2pm
Hosted at Sir Don Rowlands Centre, Karapiro Room,
601 Maungatautari Road, Cambridge

Join us for an exclusive Ryman event featuring the captivating Jackie Clarke.

One of Aotearoa’s most popular entertainers, Jackie has toured and recorded with the greats like Sir Paul McCartney and Ray Charles and now it's your chance to experience her powerful vocals and fascinating stories.

The entertainment will be followed by complimentary refreshments, so don’t miss this opportunity to attend this wonderful event and learn more about our village.

RSVP is essential, call David on 0800 600 446. We look forward to seeing you there!

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76 days ago

Keep yourself protected against Covid

Ministry of Health

It might not be making quite so many headlines these days, but unfortunately, Covid is still here. If you’re 65 or over, taking care of yourself is just as important as ever.

The good news is, keeping up to date with the Covid vaccine can help protect you from serious illness. It’s free. And… View more
It might not be making quite so many headlines these days, but unfortunately, Covid is still here. If you’re 65 or over, taking care of yourself is just as important as ever.

The good news is, keeping up to date with the Covid vaccine can help protect you from serious illness. It’s free. And recommended for you and many others as long as you haven’t had the vaccine, or Covid, in the last 6 months.

To book your vaccination, or talk to your healthcare provider.
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76 days ago

Residents ‘dig’ Ryman’s Trees for Fees initiative

The Team from Patrick Hogan Village

With 500 trees now newly-planted on a slope in a Whitford farm paddock, Ryman Healthcare is well on the way to fulfilling its promise of a more sustainable invoicing process.

For every resident who switches from paper to email invoicing, Ryman has pledged to plant a tree, and has partnered with … View more
With 500 trees now newly-planted on a slope in a Whitford farm paddock, Ryman Healthcare is well on the way to fulfilling its promise of a more sustainable invoicing process.

For every resident who switches from paper to email invoicing, Ryman has pledged to plant a tree, and has partnered with Trees for Survival Charitable Trust to achieve this goal.

Click read more for the full story.

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84 days ago

Do you volunteer or know someone who does?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

It's NZ Volunteer Week (16-22 June) and we know there are real good sorts in your community.

Often these kind acts and regular volunteering efforts go unnoticed but let's put a stop to that.

Let us know below who is making a difference in your neighbourhood so we can all … View more
It's NZ Volunteer Week (16-22 June) and we know there are real good sorts in your community.

Often these kind acts and regular volunteering efforts go unnoticed but let's put a stop to that.

Let us know below who is making a difference in your neighbourhood so we can all appreciate them for the great work that they do!

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78 days ago

New Lottery, New Home

Heart Foundation Lotteries

For only $15 a ticket, you could be in to win this brand-new, fully furnished Jennian home located in the charming coastal town of Mangawhai, worth almost $1.4 million dollars.

Featuring three bedrooms, two bathrooms and an open-plan kitchen, living and dining area, this home is waiting to be … View more
For only $15 a ticket, you could be in to win this brand-new, fully furnished Jennian home located in the charming coastal town of Mangawhai, worth almost $1.4 million dollars.

Featuring three bedrooms, two bathrooms and an open-plan kitchen, living and dining area, this home is waiting to be loved by its new owner.

Make this property your permanent residence, a holiday home, a rental, or you can simply sell it!

Get your tickets today at heartlottery.org.nz.
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79 days ago

Latest Townhouse Release

The Team from Patrick Hogan Village

If you’ve been considering a move to Patrick Hogan Village, our latest release of townhouses are available now, priced from $795,000.

There are two and three bedroom options to choose from; perfect for those seeking an independent lifestyle, with the added security and companionship of the … View more
If you’ve been considering a move to Patrick Hogan Village, our latest release of townhouses are available now, priced from $795,000.

There are two and three bedroom options to choose from; perfect for those seeking an independent lifestyle, with the added security and companionship of the village community.

Conveniently located near the village centre and bathed in all day sun, these townhouses will be popular, so be in quick to secure the home of your choice.

Click read more for more information.

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79 days ago

Have you ever had problems with trees neighbouring your property?

Libby Totton Reporter from Taupō Times

Too frightened to live in their own home after trees smashed through its roof during Cyclone Gabrielle, the Blank family are at their wits’ end trying to get a government department to have them removed.

For more than five years, the Taupō family has been asking, and is now pleading, with the… View more
Too frightened to live in their own home after trees smashed through its roof during Cyclone Gabrielle, the Blank family are at their wits’ end trying to get a government department to have them removed.

For more than five years, the Taupō family has been asking, and is now pleading, with the New Zealand Transport Agency (NZTA) to do something about a stand of more than 30 large gum trees bordering their property on State Highway 5 near Wairakei.

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79 days ago

Berry trellis

Resene ColorShop Gisborne

Give your berries room to grow and plenty of airflow with this helpful trellis finished in Resene Kwila Timber Stain. Keeping the canes off the ground means berries stay healthy and are easy to reach when ready to pick.

Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.

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80 days ago

Protect your fences this winter

CL Fence Painting

Protect your fences this winter with CL Fence Painting Specialists. 2 x coats of Premium Satin black, linseed oil, anti mould fence paint. Long lasting, premium finish with Guaranteed No Over Spray.

Free Quotes call 02102981522 or check out our videos on fb under cl fence painting specialists.
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81 days ago

Don't miss out on $15,000 back

The Team from Patrick Hogan Village

It could be our wonderful staff. Our vibrant communities. Our amazing amenities. Or just the peace of mind that our fixed base weekly fee* brings. There are so many reasons to choose the Ryman lifestyle. We’d love to add one more reason to your list — until 31 July 2024 if you sign up for one … View moreIt could be our wonderful staff. Our vibrant communities. Our amazing amenities. Or just the peace of mind that our fixed base weekly fee* brings. There are so many reasons to choose the Ryman lifestyle. We’d love to add one more reason to your list — until 31 July 2024 if you sign up for one of our new home offers at Patrick Hogan Village, you’ll get a $15,000 credit on settlement*. There’s truly never been a better time to choose Ryman.

*Terms and conditions apply

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