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1 day ago

Poll: Would a new supermarket help NZ?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Nicola Willis will this weekend announce decisions taken by Cabinet to incentivise and encourage a third supermarket player alongside FoodStuffs and Progressive (Woolworths).

Do you think having a third supermarket chain will bring competition and lower grocery prices, or will the existing … View more
Nicola Willis will this weekend announce decisions taken by Cabinet to incentivise and encourage a third supermarket player alongside FoodStuffs and Progressive (Woolworths).

Do you think having a third supermarket chain will bring competition and lower grocery prices, or will the existing giants still dominate?

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Would a new supermarket help NZ?
  • 62.1% Yes, it will help
    62.1% Complete
  • 35.8% No, I doubt it'll make a difference
    35.8% Complete
  • 2.1% Depends - I'll share below
    2.1% Complete
1252 votes
6 days ago

What's one highway or road that needs attention?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We've all been on a summer roadie and experienced first-hand the state of our roads.

If you've ever been stuck in a summer traffic jam, had near-misses on dangerous turns or feared for your life on clifftops (while the car behind you is tail-gating!) - you may have an opinion on this … View more
We've all been on a summer roadie and experienced first-hand the state of our roads.

If you've ever been stuck in a summer traffic jam, had near-misses on dangerous turns or feared for your life on clifftops (while the car behind you is tail-gating!) - you may have an opinion on this one.

Tell us what main road or highway you think needs some serious attention across the country, and why!

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1 day ago

Annual Plan 2025 - 2026 / Local Water Done Well Consultation

Communications from Tauranga City Council

Tauranga, let’s talk.
It’s time to tell us what you think about two important topics:
👉The budget for 2025/26: our Annual Plan

👉The future of water services delivery: Local Water Done Well

Complete the survey, or come and have a chat with our Mayor and Councillors at events around… View more
Tauranga, let’s talk.
It’s time to tell us what you think about two important topics:
👉The budget for 2025/26: our Annual Plan

👉The future of water services delivery: Local Water Done Well

Complete the survey, or come and have a chat with our Mayor and Councillors at events around Tauranga in April.

Make your comments count and make a submission: letstalk.tauranga.govt.nz

For event information: letstalk.tauranga.govt.nz/councilevents

Consultation closes on 28 April


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2 days ago

🎉The Riddler wants to hear from you 🫵

Riddler from The Neighbourly Riddler

Hello, dearest riddle fiends 😈

You might have noticed we've been doing a few different things recently on The Neighbourly Ridder...

We took your thoughts from our last check-in and made some changes, left the riddles up for longer, as well as added some brand new rebus riddles to … View more
Hello, dearest riddle fiends 😈

You might have noticed we've been doing a few different things recently on The Neighbourly Ridder...

We took your thoughts from our last check-in and made some changes, left the riddles up for longer, as well as added some brand new rebus riddles to perplex your processor, and we wanted to know what you think 🤔

Are you a fan of the changes, or liked the way it was last time?
Is keeping the comments open longer so people can enjoy them more going well, or did you like it when we had a daily riddle?
Are you liking the new style of riddles? Would you like to keep them going, have more, or get rid of them?

Let us know your thoughts in the comments below 👀
Your ideas could help shape the next chapter of our riddles! 🧩

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14 hours ago

A place to stay for Spanish girl here on a working holiday

Elly from Papamoa Beach

Hello! We met a lovely Spanish girl who is here on a working holiday and needs a place to stay for some months. I am posting this on her behalf:

Hello neighbours! My name is Nora, I'm 22 years old, and I'm from Barcelona. I just arrived in the area after spending five months in … View more
Hello! We met a lovely Spanish girl who is here on a working holiday and needs a place to stay for some months. I am posting this on her behalf:

Hello neighbours! My name is Nora, I'm 22 years old, and I'm from Barcelona. I just arrived in the area after spending five months in Queenstown, and I'm looking for a place to live. I've been sleeping in my car for the past two months while traveling. But now that I'm starting work, I'd love to have a more stable place.

I'm open to different options:
- A single or shared room (I have a friend who is also looking).
- A spot to park my car, while having access to a kitchen and bathroom.

I'm a sociable and active person who loves sharing experiences with new people. I'm always out exploring and doing outdoor activities, and I enjoy good conversations and cultural exchanges. If you're looking for an easy-going flatmate who brings good vibes to the house, feel free to message me! I'd also love the opportunity to stay with a local family and experience their way of life. I really enjoy being around kids, and I'd be happy to help out whenever needed. I’ll cook Spanish meals for everyone and teach some Spanish!

PS This morning, I met Elly and Leo at the Papamoa Parkrun, and they offered to post this message on the Neighbourly website to help me reach more people.

Thank you so much! Nora, 021 706 934, nferrerparpal@gmail.com

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2 days ago

Calling all riddle detectives 🕵️‍♀️ Can you crack the case?

Riddler from The Neighbourly Riddler

I’m the smallest number divisible by every digit from 1 to 10 without a remainder—what am I?

Do you think you know the answer? Simply 'Like' this post if you know the answer and the big reveal will be posted in the comments at 2pm on the day!

Want to stop seeing these in your … View more
I’m the smallest number divisible by every digit from 1 to 10 without a remainder—what am I?

Do you think you know the answer? Simply 'Like' this post if you know the answer and the big reveal will be posted in the comments at 2pm on the day!

Want to stop seeing these 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

Night closures SH16 The Strand

NZ Transport Agency (NZTA)

From Sunday 30 March to Thursday 3 April 2025 State Highway 16 (SH16) The Strand will be closed in both directions overnight between 9pm and 5am from Quay Street/Tamaki Drive to Beach Road.

This is one of the final pieces of work in our Summer works programme to improve the Port area and make … View more
From Sunday 30 March to Thursday 3 April 2025 State Highway 16 (SH16) The Strand will be closed in both directions overnight between 9pm and 5am from Quay Street/Tamaki Drive to Beach Road.

This is one of the final pieces of work in our Summer works programme to improve the Port area and make it safer and easier for people living, working and travelling around this area.

Follow the link for more information on what we are doing and to stay to date
Learn more

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1 day ago

Bmx

Debbie from Papamoa Beach

Really cool Bmx son has out grown it pickup papamoa perfect condition always kept indoors

Price: $150

1 day ago

Can you help Police?

The Team from Bay of Plenty & Taupo Police

A person has been arrested and police are appealing for information to identify the remaining people involved in an aggravated robbery in Tauranga.

Around 5:20pm on Wednesday 26 March, Police responded to a dairy on Willow Street following reports that a group of people entered the store, some … View more
A person has been arrested and police are appealing for information to identify the remaining people involved in an aggravated robbery in Tauranga.

Around 5:20pm on Wednesday 26 March, Police responded to a dairy on Willow Street following reports that a group of people entered the store, some armed with weapons (not firearms), and stole vape products.
Subsequent enquiries have revealed the individuals then regrouped on The Strand a short time later.
One person has since been identified, and today Police executed a search warrant at a Tauranga residential address where that young person was taken into custody.
They are due to appear in the Tauranga Youth Court in due course.

We are committed to seeing the other people identified and held to account, as there is no place for violent offending in our community.
We need your help, and we are asking anyone with information to come forward.

If you witnessed the robbery or have any footage or information that may assist in our investigation, please contact us on 105 either online or over the phone referencing file number: 250326/3631.

Information can also be reported anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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