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We love seeing Neighbourly members mentioned in the news - and we've seen a few in the last few months. From a Neighbourly group that has united the masses right through to a neighbourhood who rallied to deliver a 250kg piano to two blind sisters - there is a lot of good going on in … View moreWe love seeing Neighbourly members mentioned in the news - and we've seen a few in the last few months. From a Neighbourly group that has united the masses right through to a neighbourhood who rallied to deliver a 250kg piano to two blind sisters - there is a lot of good going on in Neighbourly communities around the country. You can read about them right here in our latest blog post.
Hi neighbours - Principals in schools are backing the government's plan to ban most vape flavours.
They warn that without firm action, New Zealand will have a new generation of people addicted to nicotine. Many students mistakenly believe that vapes contain only water and flavouring.
What … View moreHi neighbours - Principals in schools are backing the government's plan to ban most vape flavours.
They warn that without firm action, New Zealand will have a new generation of people addicted to nicotine. Many students mistakenly believe that vapes contain only water and flavouring.
What are your thoughts? Should vaping be banned in schools?
Volunteering Northland has had a bit of a growth recently and we have plenty of new volunteer roles Northland Wide. Click the link, and change the search box to your area to have a look. Volunteering is good for you.
Those are the benefits that Paul Barker, Principal of Kaeo School is seeing in his Northland school thanks to the Kiwi Can programme.
It will soon be time to have your say on who represents your community by voting in the 2019 local elections. Do you intend to vote?
Almost every Kiwi whānau is affected by dementia at some point. Maybe a family member or one of your friends or workmates has dementia?
September 21 is World Alzheimers Day – a day we can all take a moment to help people with dementia. Over 17 million people have joined Dementia Friends … View moreAlmost every Kiwi whānau is affected by dementia at some point. Maybe a family member or one of your friends or workmates has dementia?
September 21 is World Alzheimers Day – a day we can all take a moment to help people with dementia. Over 17 million people have joined Dementia Friends worldwide. So why not you?
Learn how you can help in simple and small ways. Wear a badge. Take time to listen. Pop over for a cuppa. It only takes 20 minutes online.
Show your support and help people with dementia to live well too. Join Dementia Friends today.
A day of weed pulling can pay a heavy toll in the form of aches and pains. That's why Fiskars has engineered the Xact™ weed puller, to assist with the effortless removal of root weeds.
The Fiskars Xact™ weed puller eliminates the need for digging, bending or using chemicals - preventing… View moreA day of weed pulling can pay a heavy toll in the form of aches and pains. That's why Fiskars has engineered the Xact™ weed puller, to assist with the effortless removal of root weeds.
The Fiskars Xact™ weed puller eliminates the need for digging, bending or using chemicals - preventing muscle strain and backache. Its simple ergonomic design is changing the strenuous outdoor job of pulling weeds. You'll have the neighbours lining up to borrow yours!
We have 5 Fiskars Xact™ weed pullers to give away. Simply LIKE or THANK this post to go in the draw to WIN!
To find out more and buy the product, visit a Bunnings or Mitre 10 store near you
Never bow down to weeds again!
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* Competition entries accepted from 1.00am Sunday 15th September 2019 to 8:00am Monday 23rd September 2019. Five 5 Fiskars Xact™ weed pullers to be won. Winners will be contacted by email or phone on Monday 23rd September 2019. The prize will be couriered to the address specified by the winner within 4 weeks of the competition closing
Hi neighbours - three of the four Block NZ teams went home empty handed, as their apartments failed to exceed the reserve or did not sell.
Winner, Lisa Ridout-Gordon, says "the win is really bittersweet", and that "it's sad because they won nothing and we all sat there dreaming… View moreHi neighbours - three of the four Block NZ teams went home empty handed, as their apartments failed to exceed the reserve or did not sell.
Winner, Lisa Ridout-Gordon, says "the win is really bittersweet", and that "it's sad because they won nothing and we all sat there dreaming about what we would want to come away with and what we thought we deserved".
Did you watch the final episode? Do you think it's time for the show to be canned?
In retirement, having certainty about your living costs can provide great peace of mind.
It’s something Judith and Bob have discovered since moving to Bert Sutcliffe Retirement Village in Auckland. The couple enjoy peace of mind knowing exactly what they’re going to pay each week at the … View moreIn retirement, having certainty about your living costs can provide great peace of mind.
It’s something Judith and Bob have discovered since moving to Bert Sutcliffe Retirement Village in Auckland. The couple enjoy peace of mind knowing exactly what they’re going to pay each week at the village. As a Ryman Healthcare village, Bert Sutcliffe residents enjoy a fixed base weekly fee for life – guaranteed.*
Judith explains, “For us it was a no brainer, it was the best decision.
*Some conditions apply
Dementia affects us in more ways than one, and more of us than we realise.
That’s why this September, thousands of Kiwis will joining Memory Walks to show their support for all those living with dementia.
Will you join us this World Alzheimers Month?
Where & When:
Dargaville: … View moreDementia affects us in more ways than one, and more of us than we realise.
That’s why this September, thousands of Kiwis will joining Memory Walks to show their support for all those living with dementia.
Will you join us this World Alzheimers Month?
Where & When:
Dargaville: Countdown Carpark on Victoria St at 10 am on Saturday 21st September
Kaitaia: Community House on Puckey Ave at 10 am on Saturday 21st September
Kerikeri: walking either the Domain Loop or the Waterfall Walk from 11 am on Saturday 21st September
Whangarei: below Basin Bridge at 10 am on Sunday 22nd September
Register today at alzheimers.org.nz
Let’s make dementia top of mind.
EV talk magazine reported recently that EV registrations already exceed the target of 16,000 for the year 2019. While it is obviously good news to reach this year's target 4 months early, the target of 32,000 EVs for 2020 will be much harder to achieve, since the EV adoption rate has now … View moreEV talk magazine reported recently that EV registrations already exceed the target of 16,000 for the year 2019. While it is obviously good news to reach this year's target 4 months early, the target of 32,000 EVs for 2020 will be much harder to achieve, since the EV adoption rate has now settled at a linear rate of about 500 to 600 vehicles per month, rather than doubling each year, which would be required to meet the last two targets set by the previous government and reach 64,000 EVs by the end of 2021.
Switching our vehicle fleet to electric is one of the few low-hanging fruit in our transition to a low-emissions economy, because it could remove about 17% of all our greenhouse gas emissions. While EVs don't make as much sense in many other countries, particularly those with a high percentage of electricity generated from fossil fuels, NZ is uniquely positioned to benefit big time from the switch. Our electricity generation from renewable sources has already reached 85%, and our average fossil fuel efficiency is dismal (9.5 litres/100km, compared to 4.9 litres/100km in the EU). Thus every EV in NZ that replaces a fossil-fuel car makes a much bigger positive contribution, compared to most other countries.
Of course, even an EV is still a car on the road and contributes to congestion, so we need not just cleaner, but also less cars overall. I for one hope that I've already purchased my last owned car ever, and I am looking forward to car sharing schemes, like the ones already established in Christchurch, Wellington and Auckland, where I can just summon a suitable car for a fair fare whenever I need one.
Hi Neighbours,
As part of Stuff's Quick! Save the Planet project, we are contacting every candidate in every council race to ask a series of questions about climate change. We're also asking them all for a short position statement on climate change issues.
We'll publish the … View moreHi Neighbours,
As part of Stuff's Quick! Save the Planet project, we are contacting every candidate in every council race to ask a series of questions about climate change. We're also asking them all for a short position statement on climate change issues.
We'll publish the results of our survey on a special section, in time for when ballot papers start arriving in mailboxes at the end of next week.
If you're standing as a council candidate, please answer Stuff's climate change survey.
To find out more, click here
The Bachelor of Humanities awaits you!
Meet Sharlene Peri (Te Uri o Tai, Tainui) who shares “Studying at Awanuiārangi felt like being at home on my marae. It is welcoming, the facilities are exceptional (the library is incredible!) and it became a safe space to learn and grow.
I wanted a … View moreThe Bachelor of Humanities awaits you!
Meet Sharlene Peri (Te Uri o Tai, Tainui) who shares “Studying at Awanuiārangi felt like being at home on my marae. It is welcoming, the facilities are exceptional (the library is incredible!) and it became a safe space to learn and grow.
I wanted a degree that would give me a relevant qualification with which to pursue whānau, hapū and iwi gains. From day one on the Humanities degree programme, I was blown away by the calibre, expertise and knowledge of the lecturers. I also appreciated having the flexibility of choosing a Major in policy or indigenous business”
Study with us in 2020 with noho/block delivery and online learning
We are seeking to understand what people’s experiences have been of trying to find support for family violence in New Zealand.
If you've been impacted by family violence – including being harmed, causing harm, thinking about causing harm, or supporting others in these situations, … View moreWe are seeking to understand what people’s experiences have been of trying to find support for family violence in New Zealand.
If you've been impacted by family violence – including being harmed, causing harm, thinking about causing harm, or supporting others in these situations, we'd love you to complete our anonymous survey and go into the draw to win one of three $50 Prezzy cards.
Your experiences will help us to assist others who are seeking support in the future, therefore we will be very grateful for your thoughts.
Ngā mihi nui.
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