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Wondering about something in your neighbourhood?

Whether it's a new building going up or a strange noise you keep hearing, ask your neighbours here.

803 days ago

Important information for Bay of Plenty ratepayers

Bay of Plenty Regional Council

Your Regional Council rates are no longer being invoiced by your city or district council. Look out for your first annual invoice from us over the next couple of weeks, which is due by 20 October.

There are plenty of ways to pay your rates invoice, including by direct debit, in person at one of … View more
Your Regional Council rates are no longer being invoiced by your city or district council. Look out for your first annual invoice from us over the next couple of weeks, which is due by 20 October.

There are plenty of ways to pay your rates invoice, including by direct debit, in person at one of our offices, at your local NZ Post Office shop and online.

You can find out more about the changes, how to pay, and when to expect your invoice on our website.
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804 days ago

Father's Day

NumberWorks'nWords Rotorua

Thank you to all our amazing Dads from the team at NumberWorks'nWords.

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812 days ago

Rotorua Reserves

Dennis from Lynmore

Well the council have made the decision to sell off the reserves and the mayor had the deciding vote. To all the people that wanted to keep the reserves should seriously think who to vote for at the election. Don’t vote for the councillors who want to sell the reserves.

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805 days ago

Calf feeder

Richard from Kawaha Point

For sale
Barely used 10-teat Stallion calf feeder. This one has a single reservoir. I may not have all the teat adapters but they are readily available and the teats would need replacing anyway. I can deliver free in this region and am willing to look at offers.

Price: $150

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806 days ago

Paint a kid's balance bike

The Team from Resene ColorShop Rotorua

Update a balance bike with a colourful new look with Resene paints so that it can continue to be enjoyed for years to come!

Find out how to create your own.

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807 days ago

Study humanities

Te Whare Wananga o Awanuiarangi

Learn with us

Meet Derek who shares about his learning journey in the Bachelor of Humanities

“The content – indigenous studies, policy, and business – fit right in with what I wanted. I knew it would help me with my own outlook personally and in my work with whānau in the health … View more
Learn with us

Meet Derek who shares about his learning journey in the Bachelor of Humanities

“The content – indigenous studies, policy, and business – fit right in with what I wanted. I knew it would help me with my own outlook personally and in my work with whānau in the health sector.

“Once we got into the nuts and bolts of indigenous studies and issues such as identity and decolonisation, I realised that the entire programme of study was working hand in hand with my mahi as a hauora practitioner.

“It provided tools that related directly back to my mahi and helped in the work to deliver better outcomes and solutions for whānau.”
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809 days ago

Luxury Cruising Virtual Information Sessions

The Luxury Cruising Co.

Join Pat from the Luxury Cruising Co this September to discover a unique collection of destinations and packages!

Sessions

Europe Session Tuesday 6th September 11am River Cruising
Land Journeys, Rail Journeys, Private Jet Tours, Small Ship Cruising, Luxury Yacht Cruising.

Canada/Alaska … View more
Join Pat from the Luxury Cruising Co this September to discover a unique collection of destinations and packages!

Sessions

Europe Session Tuesday 6th September 11am River Cruising
Land Journeys, Rail Journeys, Private Jet Tours, Small Ship Cruising, Luxury Yacht Cruising.

Canada/Alaska Session on Thursday 8th September 11am
Canadian Rockies with Alaska Cruise, Eastern Canada with New England Cruise, Rockies with Rail, Rockies with Calgary Stampede

Australia on Tuesday 13th September 11am
Kimberly Small Ship Cruising, 4WD Touring, Tasmania, Luxury Wilderness Camps, Discover a wide range of options available.

Asia Session on Thursday 15th September 11am
Discover Touring and River Cruises available in Vietnam, Cambodia, Japan and South Korea

Luxury Cruising on Tuesday 20 September at 11am
An overview of Luxury Cruising Worldwide and expedition cruising in Antarctica and the Arctic

Click here to register your interest or contact 0800 214 9925
Visit https://luxurycruising.co.nz/
Register Now

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809 days ago

The Benefits of Linen

Robert Anderson from Curtain Clean Rotorua

Linen is most loved for its diversity, from a rustic and neutral look to soft and refined. It is often found in homes on upholstered and loose covered furniture, curtains, cushions, bedding and clothing. But did you know the benefits of linen run right down to the fibres?

How is Linen made?
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Linen is most loved for its diversity, from a rustic and neutral look to soft and refined. It is often found in homes on upholstered and loose covered furniture, curtains, cushions, bedding and clothing. But did you know the benefits of linen run right down to the fibres?

How is Linen made?
Linen is an amazing natural fabric made from flax fibres and this process has been used to make linen for almost 6,000 years.

The plants are first removed from the ground by cutting or pulling and then the seeds are extracted though a process called winnowing or ripping. To separate the fibres from the flax plant itself, a natural process takes place called “retting” that utilizes bacteria to decompose the pectin that binds the fibre together.

Once the long fibres are removed they are brushed out into long strands that can then be spun into yarn and eventually woven into linen material.

The best part about this process is that it’s practically zero-waste. Anything that will not be used in the fabric manufacturing, such as the woody stalks of the flax plant and the roots, compost back into the soil and the seeds used to make linseed oil.

Benefits of Linen
Linen is Sustainable and Environmentally Friendly: Linen is a sustainable, natural fibre growing without the use of pesticides, fertilizers and additional watering. This also makes it a renewable resource, plus being a natural fibre it’s also biodegradable.

Producing linen has a smaller environmental impact than cotton, mainly as it needs little to no water consumption to grow. Also, as mentioned above, the production of linen is rarely wasteful.

Keep reading: www.curtainclean.co.nz...

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810 days ago

Chorus coming to Ngongotaha and Parksyde

Chorus

Fibre is here so come in to see the team of Chorus experts for a chat over a cup of coffee or tea when they're at Ngongotaha Community Hall on Tuesday 6 September from 10.30am until midday.

If you think you need a bit more help with your devices or want help navigating the internet,
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Fibre is here so come in to see the team of Chorus experts for a chat over a cup of coffee or tea when they're at Ngongotaha Community Hall on Tuesday 6 September from 10.30am until midday.

If you think you need a bit more help with your devices or want help navigating the internet,
SeniorNet will be joining Chorus at Parksyde Community Centre from 3pm to 5.30pm.

If you’ve got questions about installation, improving your current internet connection or livening up equipment they've already installed, they can help.

A fibre broadband service will provide you with a fast connection that you can rely on.

The great news is it’s still free to get fibre installed for most homes.

For more information visit: www.chorus.co.nz/get-connected or call 0800 222 644
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812 days ago

Expect the unexpected

Stuff

Generally Famous is Stuff's new podcast in which Simon Bridges finds out what makes his generally famous - but always interesting - guests tick.

So far, Simon's had Olympian Eric Murray and digital entrepreneur Lucy Blakiston in the hot seat. And there's … View more
Generally Famous is Stuff's new podcast in which Simon Bridges finds out what makes his generally famous - but always interesting - guests tick.

So far, Simon's had Olympian Eric Murray and digital entrepreneur Lucy Blakiston in the hot seat. And there's more exciting guests to come each Wednesday.
Listen now

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812 days ago

Good as gold!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

These folks are 'salt of the earth' and deserve a gold medal for the joy they bring to their neighbourhoods.

Their neighbours have nominated them as Nice Neighbours recently, winning them a small prize and some recognition in the local papers.

If you are lucky enough to have a … View more
These folks are 'salt of the earth' and deserve a gold medal for the joy they bring to their neighbourhoods.

Their neighbours have nominated them as Nice Neighbours recently, winning them a small prize and some recognition in the local papers.

If you are lucky enough to have a Nice Neighbour, you can nominate them on our Nice Neighbour page. We can't wait to hear all about them!

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813 days ago

Don't forget Dad! Just one week to go Neigbours

The Team from NZ Compare

Whether he's a new dad, a super special father figure or a many times grandad, find the perfect present to spoil him with PriceMe.

Read our handy gift guide to get those last minute Father's Day shopping ideas, while PriceMe's easy to use cost comparison website will save you the … View more
Whether he's a new dad, a super special father figure or a many times grandad, find the perfect present to spoil him with PriceMe.

Read our handy gift guide to get those last minute Father's Day shopping ideas, while PriceMe's easy to use cost comparison website will save you the $$$!!

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813 days ago

Garage Sale

Adrienne from Pukehangi - Mangakakahi

Fundraising Garage Sale on Gem Street Pukehangi - Sat 27th August - signs out 7.30am. Clothing (Fill-A Bag), Shoes, knick knacks etc. There will also be a Firewood Raffle for $5 per ticket (with delivery within Rotorua).
All monies going towards my 10yr old granddaughter (and her mum) going to … View more
Fundraising Garage Sale on Gem Street Pukehangi - Sat 27th August - signs out 7.30am. Clothing (Fill-A Bag), Shoes, knick knacks etc. There will also be a Firewood Raffle for $5 per ticket (with delivery within Rotorua).
All monies going towards my 10yr old granddaughter (and her mum) going to Thailand for Brazilian Jujitsu training so a big thank you in advance. See you there.

814 days ago

A free tassel throw worth $69.00, how good does that sound?

NZ House and Garden

Add a touch of luxury to your home with NZ House & Garden, Aotearoa’s favourite home and lifestyle magazine. NZ House & Garden celebrates the homes, lifestyles and creativity of New Zealanders. Subscribe before 19 September and you’ll receive a free French Country Collections tassel … View moreAdd a touch of luxury to your home with NZ House & Garden, Aotearoa’s favourite home and lifestyle magazine. NZ House & Garden celebrates the homes, lifestyles and creativity of New Zealanders. Subscribe before 19 September and you’ll receive a free French Country Collections tassel throw worth $69.00

Just visit Mags4Gifts to purchase your subscription, or if you’d rather talk to one of our friendly staff members, call 0800 624 744. Offer valid for 1 and 2 year subscriptions only at the new-subscriber rate. Standard T&Cs apply.

The team at NZ House & Garden
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814 days ago

Poll: We're curious!

Beds4U Rotorua

We all know sleep is key for a healthy day, but how many hours before bed do you eat?

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We're curious!
  • 21.7% 5-6 hours
    21.7% Complete
  • 61.9% 3 hours
    61.9% Complete
  • 6.6% Right before bedtime
    6.6% Complete
  • 0.8% No dinner at all
    0.8% Complete
  • 9% 1 hour
    9% Complete
244 votes
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