Alert level 2
At 12 noon today (Wednesday 12 August) Tauranga moved to Alert Level 2.
Council services and facilities will remain open with measures in place to protect the health and safety of our community and staff. Hereโs what you need to know:
๐ฟ The transfer station is open
๐๏ธ Mauao is open
๐ Libraries are open
โ๏ธ Although the Customer Service Centre is open, save time and pay online
Please practice safe physical distancing, stay home if you are sick, wash your hands, and call your doctor or Healthline if you have cold or flu-like symptoms.
- For a full update on Council services and facilities, visit: tauranga.govt.nz/covid19
- For updates on COVID-19 visit: covid19.govt.nz
- Download the NZ COVID tracer app at: health.govt.nz
- If you need to talk to someone, ring or TXT 1737 to speak to a mental health professional for free.
Neighbourhood Riddle Duel: Who Will Guess First?
There are three playing cards in a row. Can you name them with these clues?
There is a two to the right of a king.
A diamond will be found to the left of a spade.
An ace is to the left of a heart.
A heart is to the left of a spade.
Now, identify all three cards.
Do you think you know the answer to our daily riddle? Don't spoil it for your neighbours! Simply 'Like' this post and we'll post the answer in the comments below at 2pm.
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๐Let's get festive ๐
If you've decked your halls with all things jolly, we think it deserves to be shown off!
Share a photo of your home in its Christmassy glory and be in to win a spot prize. Some of these entries will be chosen as a finalist for the grand title of NZ's Merriest Home which Neighbourly members can vote on!
Entries close Sunday, 15th of December so share a photo today ๐ธ
What's your favourite recipe for courgettes?
Kia ora neighbours. If you've got a family recipe for courgettes, we'd love to see it and maybe publish it in our magazine. Send your recipe to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, and if we use it in the mag, you will receive a free copy of our January 2025 issue.