Papamoa Beach, Papamoa

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485 days ago

Colour your summer

The Team from Resene ColorShop Mt Maunganui

Get creative with colour with these art projects using Resene paints.

Find out how to get creative with these easy ideas.

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485 days ago

Trust Horizon, Light Up Whakatāne light festival

Whakatane City Council

Using the darkness of winter, Whakatāne's annual festival will be held over ten nights from 28th July to 6th August 2023. The light festival will delight, with light activations and digital displays by both local and regional artists.

Art works will be installed in various locations … View more
Using the darkness of winter, Whakatāne's annual festival will be held over ten nights from 28th July to 6th August 2023. The light festival will delight, with light activations and digital displays by both local and regional artists.

Art works will be installed in various locations encouraging visitors to walk amongst our parks through the town centre and along the riverside to enjoy and delight at the lighting and digital displays.
Find out more

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489 days ago

Poll: Should we pay people for giving blood?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The Blood Service says it needs 40,000​ new donors in the next 12 months to ensure it can meet demand of those needing plasma and blood. Suggestions have been made to pay people for donating, however there are concerns about the dangers of that. Do you think we should pay people for these … View moreThe Blood Service says it needs 40,000​ new donors in the next 12 months to ensure it can meet demand of those needing plasma and blood. Suggestions have been made to pay people for donating, however there are concerns about the dangers of that. Do you think we should pay people for these donations?

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Should we pay people for giving blood?
  • 31.8% Yes, it makes sense
    31.8% Complete
  • 50.7% No, that's too risky
    50.7% Complete
  • 17.6% I'd need more information
    17.6% Complete
2141 votes
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489 days ago

Club Day

Mavis from Papamoa Beach

Tauranga SeniorNet Inc. Club Day is Friday 28th July, 1.00pm start at our club rooms in the Historic Village, Tauranga. Friends welcome.

Our guest speaker is a club member - who is speaking about:
DYSLEXIA - a disorder affecting a young person's ability to learn to read and … View more
Tauranga SeniorNet Inc. Club Day is Friday 28th July, 1.00pm start at our club rooms in the Historic Village, Tauranga. Friends welcome.

Our guest speaker is a club member - who is speaking about:
DYSLEXIA - a disorder affecting a young person's ability to learn to read and write, and how she teaches her students via ZOOM.

This is a topic that many club members and friends will have had some experience with and there will be time for Questions and Answers.

COST: $5.00 and a cuppa will be available to end the session. Eftpos available.

www.taurangaseniornet.co.nz...

490 days ago

Spark a little hope this Christmas

Christmas Box

Meeting an ever increasing need in our communities, Christmas Box provides more than just food, it brings a reminder that people care. By alleviating some of the pressure families feel, especially in the time of inflation and cost-of-living, a Christmas Box sparks hope that goes beyond Christmas.
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Meeting an ever increasing need in our communities, Christmas Box provides more than just food, it brings a reminder that people care. By alleviating some of the pressure families feel, especially in the time of inflation and cost-of-living, a Christmas Box sparks hope that goes beyond Christmas.

Don’t wait for December, it’s time to start thinking about how you can help today!

For just $40 a box, you can give the gift of hope and 100% of your donation will go to families who are doing it tough this year. Your generosity makes a difference.
Find out more

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490 days ago

Learn These Power Terms and SAVE MONEY!

The Team from NZ Compare

Have you ever tried to look for a new power plan to end up stuck, super confused by all the specific lingo that’s used? Things like kWh, standard vs. low users, or free hours of power? Don’t get us started on controlled and anytime meters!

If you’re unsure of some of these terms, it … View more
Have you ever tried to look for a new power plan to end up stuck, super confused by all the specific lingo that’s used? Things like kWh, standard vs. low users, or free hours of power? Don’t get us started on controlled and anytime meters!

If you’re unsure of some of these terms, it really won’t help you feel confident in comparing different plans. We don’t want to see our Neighbours get tripped up and stuck with a big bill this chilly season!

So to help you, we’ve put together a list of all the power terminology that you need to know!
Learn the terms

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498 days ago

Fresh Vegetables and fruit

Philip from Maungatapu

A new company that has started called"Wonky Box"they are picking up fruit and Veges from growers that the supermarkets won't take as they look a bit odd, they will be fresher and cheaper although you pay for delivery, sounds a good scheme to help the growers and get fresher fruit and… View moreA new company that has started called"Wonky Box"they are picking up fruit and Veges from growers that the supermarkets won't take as they look a bit odd, they will be fresher and cheaper although you pay for delivery, sounds a good scheme to help the growers and get fresher fruit and vegetables than at the supermarket.

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490 days ago

Smart Television

Mavis from Papamoa Beach

Due to a cancelation there is a vacancy in the "How to use your smart TV" course. The course is on Monday the 17th & 24th July at the Tauranga SeniorNet Club Inc. Tauranga Historic Village, 17th Ave. for more information check out the clubs web site www.taurangaseniornet.co.nz...
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Due to a cancelation there is a vacancy in the "How to use your smart TV" course. The course is on Monday the 17th & 24th July at the Tauranga SeniorNet Club Inc. Tauranga Historic Village, 17th Ave. for more information check out the clubs web site www.taurangaseniornet.co.nz...
Ph: 07 577 1912 Mob: 021 277 1912 Email: tauranga@seniornet.nz

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490 days ago

dog found

Elly from Papamoa Beach

Hello,
Found this lovely dog. Around Grodon Spratt reserve in Papamoa.
If you know this dog, please text or ring me at 027-371 8720

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499 days ago

Leighton Baker Party Bay of Plenty Candidate

Wendy from Oropi

Hi all, a great turn out in Te Puna last Monday. This Monday 17th we are at Oropi Hall 6.30pm, come have a cuppa and a yak about what concerns you in this up and coming election. We have other dates and halls booked email at wendygillespie3@gmail.com to be kept in the loop. See you next Monday.

492 days ago

Shiny and new

The Team from Resene ColorShop Mt Maunganui

Combine paint and a vinyl adhesive to great effect.

Find out how with these easy step by step instructions.

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492 days ago

Delonghi Electric Heater

Vivien from Gate Pa

Pick up in Gate Pa

Price: $20

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493 days ago

Phillipino Family

Debbie from Gate Pa

Hi Neighbours..we have a Family of 3 from the Phillipines living with us and 2 would really love to become citizens of our beautiful Country...to do this they need at least 30 hours a week work and for the business to support their Visa's...They are awesome humble people who don't smoke … View moreHi Neighbours..we have a Family of 3 from the Phillipines living with us and 2 would really love to become citizens of our beautiful Country...to do this they need at least 30 hours a week work and for the business to support their Visa's...They are awesome humble people who don't smoke or do drugs and are also qualified Architects but are willing to do anything else...Male and Female in their thirties Please Txt or phone us on 021 1952 013 Regards Albie and Debbie Christie

496 days ago

Poll: Is 30kph the new 50kph?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The government's Road to Zero project seeks to set speed limits at 30kph in suburban streets across New Zealand. Do you think this is a good idea?

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Is 30kph the new 50kph?
  • 20.8% Yes
    20.8% Complete
  • 76.6% No
    76.6% Complete
  • 2.6% I don't know
    2.6% Complete
5192 votes
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493 days ago

Windows 11 – New Features Course

Mavis from Papamoa Beach

To be held at the Tauranga SeniorNet Club. Limited vacancies.
Dates and time:
Thursdays 27th July to 10th August (3 weeks) 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon

Cost: $30 This course is only for those who are familiar with Windows 7 or 10 and have upgraded to a laptop or desktop computer that has … View more
To be held at the Tauranga SeniorNet Club. Limited vacancies.
Dates and time:
Thursdays 27th July to 10th August (3 weeks) 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon

Cost: $30 This course is only for those who are familiar with Windows 7 or 10 and have upgraded to a laptop or desktop computer that has Microsoft Windows 11.

You will learn about…
The Start Screen –how to use it to control the computer; how to adjust the arrangement of the items on the Start Screen.
Taskbar alignment – Functions of buttons and other items on the taskbar.
Working with the All Apps list to manage the apps on your computer.
Switching between apps and tasks when more than one are being used.
Arranging windows on the desktop when two or more apps are open.
Getting updates for Windows 11 and Microsoft apps.
Wi-Fi connections – how to set up a connection and how to cancel a connection when it is no longer required.
How to use the “Search” function to access settings and information.
Version check – how to discover exactly which version of Windows 11 you have.
System information – how to view a list of the specifications of your computer.
For further information www.taurangaseniornet.co.nz...
Ph: 07 577 1912 Mob: 021 277 1912 Email: tauranga@seniornet.nz

Club membership fee is $30.00

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