Opotiki District, Opotiki

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2225 days ago

FAT OFF The Right Way

Karen from Whakatane District

Our Neighbor, DR. PAUL G. ANDERSON
M.B.Ch.B/F.R.A.C.S/F.R.C.S (Edin) MA/PhD/Dip Has just released his book on:
FAT OFF The Right Way !
He is DR. PAUL G. ANDERSON INTERNATIONAL WEIGHT LOSS SURGEON

BRIEFLY ABOUT THE BOOK:
Ten Reasons Not To Buy This Book
1. You are looking for another diet … View more
Our Neighbor, DR. PAUL G. ANDERSON
M.B.Ch.B/F.R.A.C.S/F.R.C.S (Edin) MA/PhD/Dip Has just released his book on:
FAT OFF The Right Way !
He is DR. PAUL G. ANDERSON INTERNATIONAL WEIGHT LOSS SURGEON

BRIEFLY ABOUT THE BOOK:
Ten Reasons Not To Buy This Book
1. You are looking for another diet book.
2. You want an easy-fix weight-loss book.
3. You don’t want to, or can’t, follow simple rules.
4. You only want to be seen to be doing something about your weight, not really committing to a long-
term healthy eating pattern.
5. You would rather do it your way — go on a binge diet now and then.
6. You don’t really care about big food giants feeding you rubbish and shortening your family’s life. 7. Reclaiming your health is too difficult.
8. You don’t believe losing weight improves your medical profile much.
9. You don’t believe you have a food dependency.
10. You are over all these weight-loss guides — they only work while you are using them.
Six Reasons Why You Should Buy This Book
1. Fat Off attempts to understand fears and expectations of those who are overweight, with a view to creating a realistic healthy sustainable guide for healthy eating and weight loss.
2. Fat Off is non-judgemental about extra weight, weight loss and health. It does not stigmatise weight gain with the term “disease”. This is not about fat-shaming: photos of overweight people are displayed to provide motivation. They also emphasise the serious implications medically of weight gain and therefore encourage weight loss as part of cognitive retraining.
3. Fat Off explains the environmental and non-environmental impediments to successful weight loss, and offers ways to try and help defeat them.
4. Fat Off gives information on food contaminants which can cause weight gain and significantly impede weight loss. These contaminants can change not only our genes but also those of our family for generations to come. These alterations may cause significant medical problems and cancer.
5. Fat Off examines the corporate cynicism of fast-food companies. Their influence on weight gain worldwide, through carbohydrate and fat-promoting food, is analysed along with fast food’s associations with cancer.
6. Fat Off is unique in that it addresses weight loss on four different levels: the mind, the brain, the body, and food. Its point of difference is that it shows how different types of food affect our body on each of these levels. This approach uses cognitive behaviour therapy techniques to change the way we think about, and consume, food.

2226 days ago

Emergency Mobile Alert - this Sunday!

The Team from Ministry of Civil Defence & Emergency Management

A nationwide test of the Emergency Mobile Alert system is happening on Sunday 25 November between 6pm and 7pm.

It doesn’t matter which network you are on. Any capable phone in the target area during the broadcast period should receive the alert

Emergency Mobile Alerts are not meant to replace … View more
A nationwide test of the Emergency Mobile Alert system is happening on Sunday 25 November between 6pm and 7pm.

It doesn’t matter which network you are on. Any capable phone in the target area during the broadcast period should receive the alert

Emergency Mobile Alerts are not meant to replace other emergency alerts, or the need to take action after natural warnings.

You still need to be prepared for an emergency and you should not wait to get an alert before you act. If you feel your life is in danger, don’t wait for an official warning. Take immediate action.

www.civildefence.govt.nz...

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2228 days ago

Lost dogs

Jane from Whakatane District

Our two dogs Marley & Dory have been missing/lost in the bush for while now but we have been told that someone saw them a couple of days ago at the Ohope end of Wainui. Please look out for them.

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2227 days ago

Garden Diary 2019 early bird offer!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Use the diary to keep track of your garden’s progress throughout the seasons. Record what you’ve sown, grown and harvested each month, and plan ahead with timely checklists of key garden chores for beginners and expert gardeners. It's also packed with handy horticultural hints, … View moreUse the diary to keep track of your garden’s progress throughout the seasons. Record what you’ve sown, grown and harvested each month, and plan ahead with timely checklists of key garden chores for beginners and expert gardeners. It's also packed with handy horticultural hints, troubleshooting tips and delicious seasonal recipes so you can make the most of your homegrown harvests. Order before the official on-sale date for $11.90 (save $4). Early bird special price runs until November 25, 2018.

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2228 days ago

Disability Care Home - Resident Vacancies, Tauranga

Totara Care Home

Totara is a beautiful family-run residential care home for people with intellectual and physical disabilities, located in Tauranga. We have more than 10 years’ experience in providing care to people with disabilities, as well as providing support to their families/whanau.

We currently have two… View more
Totara is a beautiful family-run residential care home for people with intellectual and physical disabilities, located in Tauranga. We have more than 10 years’ experience in providing care to people with disabilities, as well as providing support to their families/whanau.

We currently have two spaces available in our boutique care home.

To access our service you will need to be referred by a local Needs Assessment and Service Coordination (NASC). Our service is funded by the Ministry of Health.

Please contact Chris on 0275303090 if you have any questions or would like to meet with us

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2229 days ago

Record breaking cocaine seizure

Social Media Advisor from New Zealand Police

A joint international operation involving Australian Federal Police and New Zealand Customs Service has resulted in the arrest of a 41-year-old Sydney man and the seizure of approximately 190kg of cocaine making it New Zealand's largest cocaine seizure.

On Monday, 20 August 2018, a container … View more
A joint international operation involving Australian Federal Police and New Zealand Customs Service has resulted in the arrest of a 41-year-old Sydney man and the seizure of approximately 190kg of cocaine making it New Zealand's largest cocaine seizure.

On Monday, 20 August 2018, a container listed as a shipment of bananas arrived in Auckland, New Zealand, on a vessel from Balboa, Panama.

New Zealand Customs and Police inspected the container and found five duffel bags on top of the banana boxes, which contained 190 blocks of cocaine each weighing around a kilogram that had been wrapped in packaging tape.

🍌 B-A-N-A-N-A-S! 🍌

Anyone who wants to report illegal drug activity can contact their nearest Police station or you can contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

More here: www.police.govt.nz...

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2230 days ago

We've joined Neighbourly!

The Team from New Zealand Police

Kia ora neighbours,

We wanted to let you know that New Zealand Police have now joined Neighbourly! We're happy to be here!

Other than occasionally posting cute pictures of our canine friends, we plan to share with you the latest happenings in your community and around the country - as we… View more
Kia ora neighbours,

We wanted to let you know that New Zealand Police have now joined Neighbourly! We're happy to be here!

Other than occasionally posting cute pictures of our canine friends, we plan to share with you the latest happenings in your community and around the country - as we work together to create safer communities.

Please remember our Neighbourly page and private messages are not monitored by Police and are not the place to report crimes - IN AN EMERGENCY, DIAL 111.

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2230 days ago

Resene summer weekend project!

The Team from Resene ColorShop Whakatane

Add some colour to your barbecue table this summer! Get stuck into making these easy coasters using masking tape and Resene paint. Choose your favourite colour combinations and shapes. Make the most of your weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how to … View moreAdd some colour to your barbecue table this summer! Get stuck into making these easy coasters using masking tape and Resene paint. Choose your favourite colour combinations and shapes. Make the most of your weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how to create this quick and easy project yourself.

2230 days ago

Resene summer weekend project!

The Team from Resene ColorShop Te Awamutu

Add some colour to your barbecue table this summer! Get stuck into making these easy coasters using masking tape and Resene paint. Choose your favourite colour combinations and shapes. Make the most of your weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how to … View moreAdd some colour to your barbecue table this summer! Get stuck into making these easy coasters using masking tape and Resene paint. Choose your favourite colour combinations and shapes. Make the most of your weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how to create this quick and easy project yourself.

2232 days ago

State Highway 35 Tatapouri Hill closure with no diversions

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The NZ Transport Agency is advising that State Highway 35 Tatapouri Hill, between Okitu and Tolaga Bay, will be closed on Thursday 15 November to allow the NZ Police Serious Crash Unit to carry out their investigation into a fatal crash on the road on Saturday 10 November. The section of road will … View moreThe NZ Transport Agency is advising that State Highway 35 Tatapouri Hill, between Okitu and Tolaga Bay, will be closed on Thursday 15 November to allow the NZ Police Serious Crash Unit to carry out their investigation into a fatal crash on the road on Saturday 10 November. The section of road will be closed between 10am and 2pm. There are no diversions available during this time so drivers are advised to plan ahead. Read more

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2232 days ago

Watch out for this phone scam neighbours!

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

Be aware, police have identified a new telephone scam targeting New Zealanders. If you receive an angry call from someone seeking compensation for car damages, hang up. To read more, click here.

What you need to know:
- The call will be from an international number that's … View more
Hi neighbours,

Be aware, police have identified a new telephone scam targeting New Zealanders. If you receive an angry call from someone seeking compensation for car damages, hang up. To read more, click here.

What you need to know:
- The call will be from an international number that's then redirected through a local number.
- The aggressive scammer could be very convincing.
- Upon answering, they demand money for damages from a vehicle collision they claim you were involved in.
- Police are urging people to warn elderly relatives so they do not fall victim to the scam and lose money.
- If you receive a call of this nature, police advise you to hang up immediately.

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2232 days ago

Stand up NZ

White Ribbon

White Ribbon is asking men to take the online pledge and stand up, speak out and act to prevent men's violence towards women.

With 41% of a front line officers time spent dealing with family violence, we need you to stand up by taking The Pledge.

Find out more at whiteribbon.org.nz
Take the pledge here

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2233 days ago

Hei āwhina i te hunga tamariki ki te ako mō te hua o te aroha

The Team from Ministry of Education

Today is World Kindness Day 2018.
Piri mai ki a Oti te Nanekoti i a ia e tūtakitaki haere nei ki ōna hoa i tēnei haerenga nui whakaharahara ōna. Pānuihia te kōrero paki mō Oti te Nanekoti ki te reo Pākehā, reo Māori anō hoki www.OatTheGoat.co.nz... | www.OtiTeNanekoti.co.nz... He mea … View more
Today is World Kindness Day 2018.
Piri mai ki a Oti te Nanekoti i a ia e tūtakitaki haere nei ki ōna hoa i tēnei haerenga nui whakaharahara ōna. Pānuihia te kōrero paki mō Oti te Nanekoti ki te reo Pākehā, reo Māori anō hoki www.OatTheGoat.co.nz... | www.OtiTeNanekoti.co.nz... He mea kinaki nā Te Tira Puoro o Aotearoa. Hei āwhina i te hunga tamariki ki te ako mō te hua o te aroha.

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2233 days ago

Today is World Kindness Day 2018

The Team from Ministry of Education

Join Oat the Goat as he embarks on the adventure of his life and meets some surprising new friends along the way. With music performed by the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra. Enjoy Oat the Goat, in English and te reo Māori www.OatTheGoat.co.nz... | www.OtiTeNanekoti.co.nz... Helping children learn … View moreJoin Oat the Goat as he embarks on the adventure of his life and meets some surprising new friends along the way. With music performed by the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra. Enjoy Oat the Goat, in English and te reo Māori www.OatTheGoat.co.nz... | www.OtiTeNanekoti.co.nz... Helping children learn the power of kindness!

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2234 days ago

And they're off... 🚗💨

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Cissy and Sam, have recently hit the road in the lead up to the 10th celebration of Neighbours Day Aotearoa. As they drive across the country they’ll be running workshops and reaching out to meet people who are working to create great neighbourhoods across New Zealand - like our members!

Whether… View more
Cissy and Sam, have recently hit the road in the lead up to the 10th celebration of Neighbours Day Aotearoa. As they drive across the country they’ll be running workshops and reaching out to meet people who are working to create great neighbourhoods across New Zealand - like our members!

Whether you're planning a Neighbours Day Event or just want to come along and share ideas, these workshops are a great way to further connect with your local community and see how you can come together to support each other.

Join in on the fun by seeing if the road trip is coming to your corner of the country at the link below.

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