Whakatane District, Whakatane

Have a browse...

Have a browse...

Check out what your neighbours are selling (or giving away!) here.

2591 days ago

Tell us if you're keen for Halloween *WIN*

SuperValue New Zealand

Scream masks, fake cobwebs and carved pumpkins; some neighbours love to get involved with the theme of Halloween while others hide in terror! We want to know once and for all, do New Zealanders embrace Halloween as much as we think? Fill out our New Zealand 2017 Halloween Survey before 19 October … View moreScream masks, fake cobwebs and carved pumpkins; some neighbours love to get involved with the theme of Halloween while others hide in terror! We want to know once and for all, do New Zealanders embrace Halloween as much as we think? Fill out our New Zealand 2017 Halloween Survey before 19 October and you could win a $100 SuperValue voucher!

(Plus if you're dreaming of Halloween already, we'll share our recipe for our sweet and fruity Toffee Apple snacks at the end of the survey!)
Fill in to win!

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2591 days ago

Why we're handing over a house...

The Team from Jennian Homes

Next month we’re hitting an incredible milestone - 35 years of building the homes kiwis love and being a part of your community.

We’ve also been proudly supporting the Heart Foundation since 2007. This Friday we’re handing over our 50th home built for the Heart Foundation lottery.

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Next month we’re hitting an incredible milestone - 35 years of building the homes kiwis love and being a part of your community.

We’ve also been proudly supporting the Heart Foundation since 2007. This Friday we’re handing over our 50th home built for the Heart Foundation lottery.

With 35 years in the industry you can count on us ‘seeing it all before’ and that’s why we’re keen to share our skills, passion, and knowledge within our local communities.

We’re extending an invitation to Neighbourly members in your area to a free and locally run information session, open to any new-home builder, no matter what level of experience. Book a complimentary seat now for your local info session.
Book now

2592 days ago

Stay safe, stay informed

The Team from Ministry of Civil Defence & Emergency Management

It's Get Ready Week, the perfect time for all of us to make sure we’re prepared for an emergency

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2592 days ago

Poll: Do you like Halloween ?

Nicola Brennan-Tupara Reporter from

Halloween is celebrated on October 31. It is very popular in the US and Ireland, and has been gaining popularity in New Zealand.
But it's not for everyone.
What do you think? Is celebrating Halloween fun, or not?
Vote in our poll and let us know your thoughts below.

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Do you like Halloween ?
  • 15.6% yes, It is fun to celebrate Halloween!
    15.6% Complete
  • 84.4% No, Halloween should not be celebrated in NZ
    84.4% Complete
45 votes
2595 days ago

Conservation Week photo competition

The Team from Department of Conservation

It's competition time! Show us how you're loving your backyard this Conservation Week , and you could win a conservation experience on iconic Ulva Island/Te Wharawhara !

You could be setting up a backyard trap, participating in a community conservation group, planting a native tree … View more
It's competition time! Show us how you're loving your backyard this Conservation Week , and you could win a conservation experience on iconic Ulva Island/Te Wharawhara !

You could be setting up a backyard trap, participating in a community conservation group, planting a native tree or cleaning up beaches or streams.

Find out more here:
www.doc.govt.nz...

#LoveMyBackYard #ConservationWeek

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2595 days ago

Myrtle rust could explode this spring.

Ministry for Primary Industries

If you see myrtle rust, please don’t touch it – report it!

Myrtle rust is a fungus that can destroy our native and taonga trees such as pōhutukawa and mānuka. It absolutely thrives in spring, making it much easier to spot.

Help us track myrtle rust and control its spread.

DO NOT … View more
If you see myrtle rust, please don’t touch it – report it!

Myrtle rust is a fungus that can destroy our native and taonga trees such as pōhutukawa and mānuka. It absolutely thrives in spring, making it much easier to spot.

Help us track myrtle rust and control its spread.

DO NOT TOUCH OR DISTURB THE PLANT.

Take a photo and call us immediately on 0800 80 99 66.

Thanks for helping us fight myrtle rust.
Find out more

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2596 days ago

Public warned after suspicious man at Mauao

Matt Shand Reporter from

There were reports of a man suspiciously on the summit of Mauao at Mt Maunganui this week.

Two women were at the summit on Wednesday between 7.30 and 8pm when a man began taking pictures of them on his cellphone, then followed them down the track.

Police received a report on the incident on … View more
There were reports of a man suspiciously on the summit of Mauao at Mt Maunganui this week.

Two women were at the summit on Wednesday between 7.30 and 8pm when a man began taking pictures of them on his cellphone, then followed them down the track.

Police received a report on the incident on Thursday morning and were making inquiries.

Senior Sergeant Mike Membery​ encouraged anyone who has experienced something similar on the mountain on Wednesday night to contact police.

"Police encourage anyone who is ever concerned for their own, or others, safety to contact us immediately," he said in a statement.

"Even if the thing you witnessed is no longer happening, please still call your local station and pass on your information, it could be useful to police in the future."

Contact police on 07 577 4300 or provide information anonymously through Crimestoppers 0800 555 111.

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2596 days ago

Don't be an egg, win a $200 Prezzy® card!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Our friends at Electric Kiwi presented us with a challenge - so we had a crack... Check out our “Don’t be an egg” video! We think it’s pretty egg-septional.

Think you can do a better job than the Neighbourly team? We’re egg-stending the challenge to Neighbourly members, and there’s a… View more
Our friends at Electric Kiwi presented us with a challenge - so we had a crack... Check out our “Don’t be an egg” video! We think it’s pretty egg-septional.

Think you can do a better job than the Neighbourly team? We’re egg-stending the challenge to Neighbourly members, and there’s a $200 Prezzy® card on offer for one lucky Neighbourly member.

Simply post your "Don't be an egg, switch to the Kiwi" clip on Electric Kiwi’s Facebook page with the hashtag #SwitchToTheKiwi, and tag Neighbourly in your message to let us know you’ve entered. Check out Electric Kiwi's competition guidelines here.

We'll announce the Neighbourly winner on 31 October 2017, so you better get cracking!

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