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Ryman’s Walk in Wednesdays

Ryman’s Walk in Wednesdays

Ryman villages across the country are open every Wednesday in November.

1975 days ago

The criminal rise of 'porch pirates'. Have you been targeted?

Reporter Taupō Times

Often referred to as 'porch pirates', there's a rise of a new kind of criminal in our neighbourhoods.

These opportunistic thieves lurk behind vehicles or circle our streets on bikes, searching for freshly delivered parcels.

Jaime Belsar said porch pirates stole from her 2-month-old… View more
Often referred to as 'porch pirates', there's a rise of a new kind of criminal in our neighbourhoods.

These opportunistic thieves lurk behind vehicles or circle our streets on bikes, searching for freshly delivered parcels.

Jaime Belsar said porch pirates stole from her 2-month-old baby, Finn, last week. "They're lower than low," she said.

Have you fallen victim to these thieves? Let us know your experiences.

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1975 days ago

Poll: Should learning about climate change be part of the school curriculum?

Stacey Reporter from Stuff

Climate change is the most critical issue of the moment, and has been described by our prime minister as her generation's "nuclear-free moment". Its impacts, regardless of your views on it, are only going to get greater.

Yet it is not part of our school curriculum.

Some experts say… View more
Climate change is the most critical issue of the moment, and has been described by our prime minister as her generation's "nuclear-free moment". Its impacts, regardless of your views on it, are only going to get greater.

Yet it is not part of our school curriculum.

Some experts say that has to change. It is such an existential threat that not to make it a requirement to teach children about climate change is doing them a great disservice, they say.

To read more, click here

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Should learning about climate change be part of the school curriculum?
  • 70.4% Yes, of course it should!
    70.4% Complete
  • 15.6% No, absolutely not.
    15.6% Complete
  • 14% I'm not bothered either way.
    14% Complete
1515 votes
1976 days ago

Your enrolment update pack is coming

Electoral Commission

Keep an eye on your letterbox for an enrolment update pack. Check it to make sure your details are correct, and then you know you’re ready to vote in the local elections.

Want to know more? Visit vote.nz or call us on 0800 36 76 56.
Find out more

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1976 days ago

When she rises, we all rise

The Team from Women of Influence

Nominate a local hero for the 2019 Women of Influence Awards!

Whether she’s involved in grassroots community work or a global leader, help recognise the passionate women who are creating real change and forging a path for others.

Nominate a woman of influence before 15 July
Find out more

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1978 days ago

HALF PRICE MOVIES!

Stuff Pix

We've got a super special offer for Neighbourly members with 50% off a movie of your choice at Stuff Pix. Simply sign-up for free at stuffpix.co.nz, choose your movie from over 1,000+ titles and enter the rewards code: LOCALHALFPRICE

With hits like Aquaman, Glass, Mortal Engines and … View more
We've got a super special offer for Neighbourly members with 50% off a movie of your choice at Stuff Pix. Simply sign-up for free at stuffpix.co.nz, choose your movie from over 1,000+ titles and enter the rewards code: LOCALHALFPRICE

With hits like Aquaman, Glass, Mortal Engines and A Star is Born ready to stream what are you waiting for?

One redemption per user. Code expires 30 July 2019. Stuff Pix T&Cs apply.
Get 50% off!

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1979 days ago

Become a Teacher

Ministry Of Education

Take your place alongside our young people.

Every day, New Zealand teachers are creating brighter futures for young people, with lessons that can seem small but are significant in terms of their impact. These are lessons about important life skills such as perseverance, identity, respect and … View more
Take your place alongside our young people.

Every day, New Zealand teachers are creating brighter futures for young people, with lessons that can seem small but are significant in terms of their impact. These are lessons about important life skills such as perseverance, identity, respect and confidence.

Become a teacher and take your place alongside our young people. You’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in their lives; to strengthen communities and build a better future for our next generations.
Learn more

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1980 days ago

Where would we be without our wonderful volunteers? 💙

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Thank you for all that you do...
this month and every month of the year!

#NSNZgetinvolved

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1980 days ago

Poll: Do we need better testing of drug-drivers?

Reporter Taupō Times

Ministry of Transport has said better testing is urgently needed as "an important part of making our roads safer".

In 2018, 71 people were killed in crashes where a driver was found to have drugs or medication in their system, which could have impaired their driving.

It is said … View more
Ministry of Transport has said better testing is urgently needed as "an important part of making our roads safer".

In 2018, 71 people were killed in crashes where a driver was found to have drugs or medication in their system, which could have impaired their driving.

It is said that in order for testing to be effective, it has to be conducted at "sufficiently intense levels and in a highly visible manner".
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Do we need better testing of drug-drivers?
  • 82.4% We definitely need better testing
    82.4% Complete
  • 5.9% No, I think we have adequate testing
    5.9% Complete
  • 11.8% I'm not sure what kind of testing is in place
    11.8% Complete
34 votes
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