Poll: Would you commute by public transport if it was free?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Using your car is convenient, except for finding parking.

Cycling lets you leave anytime, but you might arrive soaked.

So, neighbours, if public transport had the perk of being free, would it be your main way to commute?

Would you commute by public transport if it was free?

• Yes
• No
• Other - I'll share below

Vote View Results

• 68.2% Yes
  68.2% Complete
• 28% No
  28% Complete
• 3.8% Other - I'll share below
  3.8% Complete

628 votes

Estranged mothers of adult children - Wellington only

Laurice from Northland

Expressions of interest are invited for setting up a support group for mothers who have lost a child or children to estrangement. This is not intended as therapy, but as a chance to share experiences, resources, solutions, or general support with others in the same situation. Please reply by direct message, for confidentiality, and we will set up a meeting before the end of October in a safe, neutral environment to meet and discuss possibilities.

Disclaimer: This group is proposed by individuals seeking others similarly placed and is not associated with any organisations, mental health-related or otherwise.

Six tips for improving security around your home

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

1) Improve outdoor lighting
Ensure that streets, driveways, and front yards are well-lit. Motion-sensor lights around homes deter trespassers by reducing hiding spots and illuminating their movements.

2) Trim your trees
Overgrown shrubs and trees provide cover for intruders. Keeping them well-trimmed around windows and doors improves visibility and reduces potential hiding spots.

3) Secure Entry Points
Ensure doors, windows, and gates are always closed when you are away from the house. Upgrade to more secure locks, deadbolts, or even smart locks for added protection.

4) Add a security camera
Place security cameras in the main entry points to your home. Doorbell cameras are also relatively cheap and a great way to keep track of who is visiting your home when you aren't there.

5) Start a Neighborhood Watch Program
You could reach out to members on Neighbourly to form a group of neighbors who can regularly keep an eye out for suspicious activity and report it. You could also check with Neighbourhood Support to see what is existing in your area.

6) Introduce yourself to your neighbours
The closer you are to your neighbors, the more likely they’ll notice when something unusual or suspicious is happening around your property

Feel free to share anything that you do around your area to deter crime.