Bell Block, New Plymouth

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638 days ago

An Invite to Our Past

Waitangi Treaty Grounds

He iwi tahi tatou. Together we are one nation, united by Te Whare Rūnanga, standing tall next to the Treaty House and built by the hands of my whānau for not only Māori and Pākehā, but all New Zealanders. I invite you to come and share in their story.”

Pita Tipene is the Chair of the … View more
He iwi tahi tatou. Together we are one nation, united by Te Whare Rūnanga, standing tall next to the Treaty House and built by the hands of my whānau for not only Māori and Pākehā, but all New Zealanders. I invite you to come and share in their story.”

Pita Tipene is the Chair of the Waitangi National Trust. He, and all of those all of those at the Waitangi Treaty Grounds, invite you to come and feel the stories that shaped Aotearoa.
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640 days ago

Cyclone Gabrielle

The Team from Red Cross Shop New Plymouth

If you are wanting to help the people that have been devastated by cyclone Gabrielle please go to the New Zealand Red Cross website and look up New Zealand Disaster Fund.

Thanks for your support

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643 days ago

Poll: Is our government making the right decisions?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We've seen the devastation of flood waters, yet the Government backed down on plans to protect wetlands (which help soak up heavy rain) after they received complaints by property developers.
Are you confident we're making the right decisions to protect us from future disasters? … View more
We've seen the devastation of flood waters, yet the Government backed down on plans to protect wetlands (which help soak up heavy rain) after they received complaints by property developers.
Are you confident we're making the right decisions to protect us from future disasters? Let's discuss!

Share your thoughts in the comments below - add NFP if you don't want these shared in the We Say You Say column of your local paper.

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Is our government making the right decisions?
  • 2.4% Yes, I back the decision to build over wetlands
    2.4% Complete
  • 88.3% No, we need to focus on preventing future flooding
    88.3% Complete
  • 7.2% Sort of - we can't always cater to the 'what-ifs'
    7.2% Complete
  • 2.1% I don't know
    2.1% Complete
4257 votes
642 days ago

Stop paying too much!

The team at NZ Compare

The affordability of everyday items just keeps increasing!

If it’s not the petrol prices, it’s the cost of food, insurance or rates and let’s not get started on mortgage interest costs!

Home loan interest rates don't stay the same for long these days and it’s causing many … View more
The affordability of everyday items just keeps increasing!

If it’s not the petrol prices, it’s the cost of food, insurance or rates and let’s not get started on mortgage interest costs!

Home loan interest rates don't stay the same for long these days and it’s causing many households to feel stressed out. Could you be saving thousands of dollars a year? If you don't check, you don't know.

Get a FREE mortgage health check through Money Compare and find out. If you could save money, why wouldn’t you right?!
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643 days ago

Have you got the shed of your dreams?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours,

Last year, Jane Horne and partner Simon Bartholomew's Mondrian-inspired cube took the title of Resene Shed of the Year. Now, we're on the hunt for this years winner! Send us photos and the stories behind your man caves, she sheds, clever storage spaces, cute chicken … View more
Dear neighbours,

Last year, Jane Horne and partner Simon Bartholomew's Mondrian-inspired cube took the title of Resene Shed of the Year. Now, we're on the hunt for this years winner! Send us photos and the stories behind your man caves, she sheds, clever storage spaces, cute chicken coops and potty potting sheds to win amazing prizes worth more than $2000. The Resene Shed of the Year 2023 winners will be announced in the April issue of NZ Gardener.

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643 days ago

The Egmont A&P show! This Weekend!

Egmont A & P

For the first time ever! An Egmont A&P Show in February!

Make sure to come along to Hawera's biggest, most popular event of the year. Running into Friday evening with the Show Parade through the grounds, there will be Free Entry from 5pm on Friday 24th!

All the fun of the Fair! With… View more
For the first time ever! An Egmont A&P Show in February!

Make sure to come along to Hawera's biggest, most popular event of the year. Running into Friday evening with the Show Parade through the grounds, there will be Free Entry from 5pm on Friday 24th!

All the fun of the Fair! With everything animals, entertainment, competitions, food, art, leisure, treasure, pleasure, vintage machinery, kids zone, and rides!

Adults $10
Seniors $5 (with ID)
Students (with ID) & Kids FREE
Find out more

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644 days ago

Domestic electrical needs, solar panel installation and power needs , security systems

Shayne from SG Electrical

Hello everybody hope you're start to the year is great .
Qualified registered Electrician for all your housing needs , wiring of new homes and renovation of older homes , board upgrades and all your power needs and lighting , security system , data needs , fault finding and solutions .
Free … View more
Hello everybody hope you're start to the year is great .
Qualified registered Electrician for all your housing needs , wiring of new homes and renovation of older homes , board upgrades and all your power needs and lighting , security system , data needs , fault finding and solutions .
Free quotes and work done at a reasonable price and safety is foremost , any questions please ring shayne on 027 3318055

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644 days ago

Wanting to buy

Paul from Frankleigh Park

** OLD COINS + BANKNOTES ** from New Zealand.Pre-Decimal or Decimal Banknotes.Private collector.Please Phone/Text/or Message Paul. 021 1418029 New Plymouth

644 days ago

HANDY MAN PERSON/GARDENER TYPE REQUIRED.

Jeanie from Inglewood

I require some yard help please.Bit of gardening/ mostly outdoor tidying help.Odd jobs.Have bathroom cabinet to assemble and put up.
Shift dry firewood to garage etc. Enquiries/rate ples ph 0221053027.Inglewood.Thanks.J.

644 days ago

CORNER LOUNGE SUITE.GREY.EX.COND.

Jeanie from Inglewood

Ex cond.Grey 2 seater plus chaise plus ottoman.New Condition.View Inglewood 0221053027.Other items for sale.Major sort/ declutter.

Negotiable

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646 days ago

Cricket

Kay from Bell Block

I’m looking to buy 4 tickets to basin reserve England v New Zealand next week

645 days ago

Can you help support Cyclone Gabrielle affected communities?

Stuff

Cyclone Gabrielle has had a devastating impact on hundreds of thousands of Kiwis. As the long clean up begins and support becomes more and more needed, Stuff is calling for readers to support the Red Cross and Mayoral Relief Funds in areas where a local state of emergency has been declared. … View moreCyclone Gabrielle has had a devastating impact on hundreds of thousands of Kiwis. As the long clean up begins and support becomes more and more needed, Stuff is calling for readers to support the Red Cross and Mayoral Relief Funds in areas where a local state of emergency has been declared. We'd love your support. You can donate here. Donate now

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646 days ago

Have you got a great recipe for taro?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours,

Every month, NZ Gardener runs a series of tested reader recipes using a seasonal crop. We are still on the hunt for amazing and inventive taro recipes! Send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz by Feb 26, 2023. Every published recipe wins a copy of the April issue of NZ … View more
Dear neighbours,

Every month, NZ Gardener runs a series of tested reader recipes using a seasonal crop. We are still on the hunt for amazing and inventive taro recipes! Send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz by Feb 26, 2023. Every published recipe wins a copy of the April issue of NZ Gardener.

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647 days ago

Furniture

Kirsti Ward from Red Cross Shop New Plymouth

Just arrived a lovely 2 and 3 seater lounge suite for only $450.00 as well as that we have a beautiful 1920s Queen Anne dining room table and chairs $600.00, so come to New Plymouth Red Cross 18 Gover Street and deck out your lounge and kitchen for a little over a thousand dollars, we look forward … View moreJust arrived a lovely 2 and 3 seater lounge suite for only $450.00 as well as that we have a beautiful 1920s Queen Anne dining room table and chairs $600.00, so come to New Plymouth Red Cross 18 Gover Street and deck out your lounge and kitchen for a little over a thousand dollars, we look forward to seeing you soon.

Negotiable

647 days ago

Your home, your safe haven

Jean Sandel Retirement Village

Your home is your sanctuary where you can relax, rejuvenate, and entertain family and friends.
That’s why Ryman villages are designed to be safe havens. We’ve prepared for adverse events, so you don’t have to.

Your safety and your family’s peace of mind are our top priority, no … View more
Your home is your sanctuary where you can relax, rejuvenate, and entertain family and friends.
That’s why Ryman villages are designed to be safe havens. We’ve prepared for adverse events, so you don’t have to.

Your safety and your family’s peace of mind are our top priority, no matter what the weather. Every Ryman village has staff available 24/7 and backup generators for emergencies.

We all hope we never have to experience a natural disaster or other emergency. But if it happens, we’ll take care of everything and make sure that you have what you need.

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