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2339 days ago

Poll: What do you wear in the garden?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Check out Get Growing subscriber Clare Strange's genius hack for a gardening apron. It was made from a pair of jeans from an op shop. "All of my gardening clothes come from op shops," she says. "Large men's shirts make good cover-ups to keep sun and insects off my arms. For… View moreCheck out Get Growing subscriber Clare Strange's genius hack for a gardening apron. It was made from a pair of jeans from an op shop. "All of my gardening clothes come from op shops," she says. "Large men's shirts make good cover-ups to keep sun and insects off my arms. For the apron, start with a smaller size than you would wear so it doesn't wrap around too far. Check that it has a lot of pockets." So tell us if you've got similarly fashionable, exclusive-for-the-garden glad rags, and if yes, why not post a photo in the Reply space too!

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What do you wear in the garden?
  • 69% I have something upcycled from old stuff.
    69% Complete
  • 5% I bought something especially.
    5% Complete
  • 26.1% No! I like gardening in the buff!
    26.1% Complete
422 votes
2340 days ago

TEXAS CHICKEN COMING TO EASTSIDE

Graham from Owhata

Okay, so Im having a community group discussion at my place tomorrow night at 7pm. On the agenda is FRIED CHICKEN. Well not really, its about the bible and whether it is relevant today. So come along. I would really love to see people who are new to the things of God or dont know Him but would like… View moreOkay, so Im having a community group discussion at my place tomorrow night at 7pm. On the agenda is FRIED CHICKEN. Well not really, its about the bible and whether it is relevant today. So come along. I would really love to see people who are new to the things of God or dont know Him but would like to know more about him.
It is true, TEXAS CHICKEN is coming soon.

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2340 days ago

Get a free first dental check

Rotorua Dentists

Hi neighbours. Come in and see us at 173 Old Taupo Road, Rotorua, for your free first dental check. We offer easy appointment booking services, premium treatment, affordable prices, quick and flexible payment methods and ample designated parking.

Ask for our monthly specials!

Call now! 07 348… View more
Hi neighbours. Come in and see us at 173 Old Taupo Road, Rotorua, for your free first dental check. We offer easy appointment booking services, premium treatment, affordable prices, quick and flexible payment methods and ample designated parking.

Ask for our monthly specials!

Call now! 07 348 6569. Email us on info@rotoruadentists.co.nz or visit our website.
Learn more

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2341 days ago

Graeme Bergh's Ride Forever testimonial...

The Team from ACC New Zealand

Graeme Bergh is a keen motorcyclist and happens to be a NZ Police officer. He’s attended many serious motorcycle crashes and learned first-hand the factors that cause and contribute to them.

Sadly, in the majority of cases, there were things the rider could have done to prevent the crash, … View more
Graeme Bergh is a keen motorcyclist and happens to be a NZ Police officer. He’s attended many serious motorcycle crashes and learned first-hand the factors that cause and contribute to them.

Sadly, in the majority of cases, there were things the rider could have done to prevent the crash, “and that breaks my heart”, says Graeme. His solution? “Do some training”. It just might save your life.

Sign up for training today.
Enrol now

2346 days ago

Birds of Prey

Jane from Owhata

Today I saw a young Falcon flying around Aspen Place small reserve and community garden, and seemed quite at home and definitely not worried about a human being very close to him. He was not hunting just inquisitive.

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2342 days ago

ASB warns of 'smishing' scam

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

ASB customers are being targeted in a "smishing" scam. They've been getting text messages claiming they've been locked out of their bank accounts, but it's really a ruse to get them to hand over their banking details.

ASB is aware of a current SMS ('smishing') … View more
ASB customers are being targeted in a "smishing" scam. They've been getting text messages claiming they've been locked out of their bank accounts, but it's really a ruse to get them to hand over their banking details.

ASB is aware of a current SMS ('smishing') scam where people have been sent a text message pretending to be from the bank. The 'smishing' SMS contains a link that once clicked prompts the person to provide personal information and a wide range of details such as login details and their Netcode.

ASB wants to remind everyone that legitimate messages from any bank would never ask customers to supply personal information, login details or second-factor identification.

The ASB Contact Centre is available on 0800 803 804 if a customer is concerned about any suspicious messages they receive. Read more here

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2343 days ago

Congratulations to the PM

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern and her partner Clarke Gayford have welcomed a baby girl. To read more, click here.

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2343 days ago

Poll: Would you give your teenager a double bed?

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

Does it make sense to buy teenagers bigger beds so they have more room to grow? Or, like writer and mum Jayne D'Arcy, do you think a double could equal trouble later on?

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Would you give your teenager a double bed?
  • 42.8% Yes, single beds aren't big enough
    42.8% Complete
  • 38.2% It depends on the size of the room
    38.2% Complete
  • 19% No, a single bed is all they need
    19% Complete
2292 votes
2343 days ago

Poll: Should public holidays be scrapped in NZ?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

After debate around whether Matariki should become a public holiday, ACT leader David Seymour said he was "open" to public holidays being scrapped in New Zealand - well, all but Anzac and Waitangi.

He says people should be able to make their own holiday arrangements, rather than the … View more
After debate around whether Matariki should become a public holiday, ACT leader David Seymour said he was "open" to public holidays being scrapped in New Zealand - well, all but Anzac and Waitangi.

He says people should be able to make their own holiday arrangements, rather than the Government telling us when to take the day off.

We want to know your thoughts. Should people be able to make their own holiday arrangements? Or should we leave our holidays as is?

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Should public holidays be scrapped in NZ?
  • 4% Yes, let's scrap them
    4% Complete
  • 90.8% No, leave them as is
    90.8% Complete
  • 5.2% Let's just keep Anzac and Waitangi Day
    5.2% Complete
2405 votes
2344 days ago

Say thanks to our volunteers

Fire and Emergency New Zealand

Our dedicated Fire and Emergency volunteers help keep our communities safe.

So this National Volunteer Week, why not say a big thank you? Here’s how: head to our #LetsHearIt page on Neighbourly and let them know why you’re thankful for what they do.

Our Fire and Emergency New Zealand … View more
Our dedicated Fire and Emergency volunteers help keep our communities safe.

So this National Volunteer Week, why not say a big thank you? Here’s how: head to our #LetsHearIt page on Neighbourly and let them know why you’re thankful for what they do.

Our Fire and Emergency New Zealand volunteers are always standing by to help out when they’re needed. Thank you for letting them know how grateful you are for everything they do to keep us all safe.
Share your message now

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2363 days ago

Winter Decorating.

Owner/Operator from R & J Walker Decorators Ltd

Now that the colder weather is finally upon us, its time for us to move indoors to Paint and Wallpaper.
Give us a call if you'd like us to brighten up your winter!!

2345 days ago

We are almost half-way through the school year!

NumberWorks'nWords

Mid Year reports are coming home from school. You may have attended an interview or conference. How is your child going? Are they heading in the right direction for good marks at the end of the year? Could they do with an extra push? Are their next steps things you can help with at home? Are… View moreMid Year reports are coming home from school. You may have attended an interview or conference. How is your child going? Are they heading in the right direction for good marks at the end of the year? Could they do with an extra push? Are their next steps things you can help with at home? Are they feeling confident and happy heading towards exams?

We can help. From year 0 - year 11. Book your free assessment today or ring to find out more. Call Sarah at the Rotorua Branch (07) 3493965.
Find out more!

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2346 days ago

LEGACY WESTERN HEIGHTS AND LAUNCHING LEGACY LINTON PARK

Te Oriwa from Pukehangi - Mangakakahi

Hi everyone - I am a Legacy facilitator and I just wanted to let you know about a couple of Legacy programs coming up in your area - Western Heights and Launching Linton Park (Mangakakahi) next week.
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We welcome you to the programme and hope that throughout the 15 weeks you attend we will be able… View more
Hi everyone - I am a Legacy facilitator and I just wanted to let you know about a couple of Legacy programs coming up in your area - Western Heights and Launching Linton Park (Mangakakahi) next week.
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We welcome you to the programme and hope that throughout the 15 weeks you attend we will be able to give you the tools to deal with the challenges you currently face.
This walk is not yours alone and over this time we will have to address the many challenges that maybe within our lives. Legacy gives us the opportunity to deal with these issues together. This is for all women aged 18+. Come along and meet some new women from your area!

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