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1917 days ago

Overcoming Obstacles

Graeme Dingle Foundation

🏉 Through school-based programmes like #KiwiCan, #Stars, and #ProjectK, we empower our youth to grow into the best versions of themselves.

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1917 days ago

Loans built for small business

Prospa

Kurt Jacks from Auckland’s “The Rib House” discovered the missing ingredient in his recipe for success when he used a Prospa Small Business Loan to dish up the vital support he and his family needed to grow the business.

The simple, streamlined application process was just what he needed … View more
Kurt Jacks from Auckland’s “The Rib House” discovered the missing ingredient in his recipe for success when he used a Prospa Small Business Loan to dish up the vital support he and his family needed to grow the business.

The simple, streamlined application process was just what he needed as a time-strapped business owner – and the funds were immediately put to use on upgrades and kitchen renovations.
Find out more

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1920 days ago

Poll: Government bans swimming with dolphins - is this the right move?

Reporter Whangārei Leader

Hi neighbours - tourists can no longer swim with Bottlenose dolphins in the Bay of Islands after research found people are "loving them too much and affecting their behaviour".

Have you swam with dolphins before? Is this ban the right move?

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Government bans swimming with dolphins - is this the right move?
  • 58.5% Absolutely - humans disrupt their natural behaviour
    58.5% Complete
  • 24.6% No - I think this ban is a real shame
    24.6% Complete
  • 16.9% There should just be more restrictions
    16.9% Complete
65 votes
1919 days ago

Wishing everyone a safe, fun and kind #FathersDay weekend!

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

To celebrate here's some of our fave cheesy dad jokes...


Q: What did the policeman say to his belly button?

A: You're under a vest!

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To celebrate here's some of our fave cheesy dad jokes...


Q: What did the policeman say to his belly button?

A: You're under a vest!


Q: How do you make a tissue dance?

A: Put a little boogey in it!


Q: Where do bees go to the toilet?

A: At the BP station!


#NSNZrandomactsofkindness

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1920 days ago

New rules take effect for rental property market

Paul Reporter from Stuff

This week the Residential Tenancies Amendment Act 2019 took effect, bringing in a raft of changes for tenants and landlords.

Here's what it means for renters and landlords.

To read more, click here.

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1920 days ago

$2.5 million for Kaumātua wellbeing - what should be a priority?

Reporter Whangārei Leader

Hi neighbours - better lives for the Kaumātua [elderly] of Aotearoa is the focus of a $2.5 million wellbeing project.

Two different projects will run with the first hoping to bring generations together, and the second focusing on high health and social needs. These projects will mix physical … View more
Hi neighbours - better lives for the Kaumātua [elderly] of Aotearoa is the focus of a $2.5 million wellbeing project.

Two different projects will run with the first hoping to bring generations together, and the second focusing on high health and social needs. These projects will mix physical exercise with Te Reo and the passing down of cultural knowledge.

What do you think should be a priority for Kaumātua? What do you think would be most beneficial for them?

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1921 days ago

What do you think of rāhui managing fishing at Mimiwhangata?

Denise Piper Reporter from Whangārei Leader

Ngātiwai Trust Board is introducing cultural management of Mimiwhangata Marine Park, north-east of Whangārei. What do you think? What would be best for the waters around Mimiwhangata? (Please put NFP if your comments are not for publication.)

1921 days ago

Poll: Should vaping ads be banned?

Sarah Reporter from Stuff

Tobacco companies are ramping up advertising for vaping products in what's being called a lolly scramble for customers, before new regulations come in.

Local e-cigarette businesses and anti-smoking groups say aggressive marketing campaigns are a bid to maximise sales before an expected … View more
Tobacco companies are ramping up advertising for vaping products in what's being called a lolly scramble for customers, before new regulations come in.

Local e-cigarette businesses and anti-smoking groups say aggressive marketing campaigns are a bid to maximise sales before an expected clampdown on how alternatives to smoking can be advertised.

To read more, click here.

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Should vaping ads be banned?
  • 87% Yes
    87% Complete
  • 13% No
    13% Complete
2049 votes
1922 days ago

The dates for Neighbours Day Aotearoa 2020 have been announced! ❤️

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Looking forward to celebrating our wonderful communities across the country with all of you from 27 March to 5 of April.

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1923 days ago

New Stuff Circuit Investigation - watch now!

The Team Reporter from Stuff

Check out the latest work from Stuff Circuit. A must-watch for anyone seeking a better understanding of the culture that fostered the Christchurch mosque attacks. Watch now by clicking here.

1925 days ago

Are you a real estate agent?

Stuff

Want to reach more buyers? With Showcase Plus you can harness the reach of Stuff and Neighbourly. Your listing will be featured on the Stuff and Neighbourly websites and apps.

Showcase Plus displays your listing to a relevant geographic audience. The property will be exposed to as many potential… View more
Want to reach more buyers? With Showcase Plus you can harness the reach of Stuff and Neighbourly. Your listing will be featured on the Stuff and Neighbourly websites and apps.

Showcase Plus displays your listing to a relevant geographic audience. The property will be exposed to as many potential buyers as possible to drive the best sales result.

Potential buyers will click straight through to your listing on your website to see detailed property information.

Email realestate@stuff.co.nz to find out more about using Showcase Plus to promote your listings.
Learn more

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1926 days ago

❗ GIVEAWAY ❗

The Team from New Zealand Red Cross

Fun fact… it’s 537 steps up Baldwin Street in Dunedin – that means you’d have to walk up it almost 19 times to get 10,000 steps! Thanks to Hannah, our legendary Community Fundraising Coordinator for stepping up to the challenge.

We still have plenty of New Zealand Red Cross Cups to give … View more
Fun fact… it’s 537 steps up Baldwin Street in Dunedin – that means you’d have to walk up it almost 19 times to get 10,000 steps! Thanks to Hannah, our legendary Community Fundraising Coordinator for stepping up to the challenge.

We still have plenty of New Zealand Red Cross Cups to give away. All you need to do is sign up to Red Cross Journey, be one of the first 100 participants to raise $100 and we’ll send you a KeepCup!

Red Cross Journey is our annual fundraising step challenge - with a difference. Walk 10,000 steps a day for 21 days and learn about the journey of someone involved with Red Cross while raising funds to help people in need.

For more information or to make a donation, visit: www.redcrossjourney.org.nz...

Thank you for your support.

1926 days ago

Talk on Arthritis using Natural Therapies

Michael from Kauri Coast

When: Saturday 31 August, 2:00pm – 3:00pm

Where: Wellsford Library, 13 Port Albert Rd, Wellsford


Julie Stacey is a qualified naturopath/herbalist/chef/health coach. Her passion is using nature's tools including food as medicine and sharing knowledge to empower others.

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When: Saturday 31 August, 2:00pm – 3:00pm

Where: Wellsford Library, 13 Port Albert Rd, Wellsford


Julie Stacey is a qualified naturopath/herbalist/chef/health coach. Her passion is using nature's tools including food as medicine and sharing knowledge to empower others.

- Osteoarthritis V Rheumatoid Arthritis.
- What is happening in the body.
- How you can improve long term outcomes
- Natural therapies role "Find the root cause"

Come along and join me for a discussion on how to improve your lifestyle and wellbeing. Wellsford library is comfortable and warm. Meet Julie as you gain knowledge. Tea and coffee available. Also visit us at www.simplyandnaturallyherbalhealth.co.nz....
Please click like if you think you'd like to come so we have an idea of numbers, thankyou.

1927 days ago

Are you waiting for surgery? We'd love to chat

Reporter Sunday Star Times

Hi neighbours - we're looking to chat with people who have experienced the following:

-Have been waiting for surgery that the hospital keeps postponing.
-Have been told they can't get on the waiting list for surgery due to their debilitating condition not being "serious" … View more
Hi neighbours - we're looking to chat with people who have experienced the following:

-Have been waiting for surgery that the hospital keeps postponing.
-Have been told they can't get on the waiting list for surgery due to their debilitating condition not being "serious" enough.

If you're happy to chat and potentially be part of a story about this, please get in touch with Thomas through his email: thomas.coughlan@stuff.co.nz

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1928 days ago

Theft from Waipu Museum

Sue from Langs Beach - Waipu

The Waipu Museum staff & Volunteers are devastated to discover that Emma's Doll has been stolen from the Museum. She was in a protective glass case and this was removed so she could be taken.
This doll was owned by Emma MacKay and she brought it with her from Nova Scotia when she was 3 … View more
The Waipu Museum staff & Volunteers are devastated to discover that Emma's Doll has been stolen from the Museum. She was in a protective glass case and this was removed so she could be taken.
This doll was owned by Emma MacKay and she brought it with her from Nova Scotia when she was 3 years old. The doll would be nearly 200 years old.
Please contact the Museum if you have any information. A reward is being offered for her safe return.

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