Lake Okareka, Rotorua

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1974 days ago

Keep an eye on your letterbox

Electoral Commission

We’ve been sending out enrolment update packs to everyone who’s enrolled to vote. When you get yours, check it to make sure your details are correct, then you know you’re ready to vote in the local elections.

Want to know more? Visit vote.nz or call us on 0800 36 76 56.
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1975 days ago

No bedside table? No problem!

The Team from Resene ColorShop Rotorua

A hanging shelf is an elegant alternative to a night stand, perfect for keeping books, journals, and even your alarm clock close at hand when you head to bed at night.

Paint in your favourite Resene colour to add a bright spot to your day. Make the most of this weekend with this … View more
A hanging shelf is an elegant alternative to a night stand, perfect for keeping books, journals, and even your alarm clock close at hand when you head to bed at night.

Paint in your favourite Resene colour to add a bright spot to your day. Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene.

Find out how to create this quick and easy project yourself.

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1975 days ago

Let's warm up your winter

Lemon&Joy

NOW - Buy one and receive a FREE Tree Man Flower Pot

We took one of the world’s softest, most luxurious blanket fabric and lined it with the ultimate in warming, comfort. Then transformed it into the world’s most comfortable oversized hoodie that keeps you totally snug and warm from head to … View more
NOW - Buy one and receive a FREE Tree Man Flower Pot

We took one of the world’s softest, most luxurious blanket fabric and lined it with the ultimate in warming, comfort. Then transformed it into the world’s most comfortable oversized hoodie that keeps you totally snug and warm from head to toe.

ONE SIZE FITS ALL!!

Lemon& Joy Wearable Blanket keeps you warm & cosy lounging at home, watching TV, camping, at a sporting event or anywhere you need to stay snuggly warm.
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1976 days ago

Poll: Have you had a rent increase?

Reporter Rotorua News

Every region in New Zealand had higher rental asking prices in May than they did a year before, Trade Me's latest data shows.
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Have you had a rent increase?
  • 62.5% Yes, I've noticed an increase.
    62.5% Complete
  • 37.5% No, I haven't been affected.
    37.5% Complete
16 votes
1976 days ago

Severe rain warning for the Bay of Plenty

Neighbourly.co.nz

MetService has issued a heavy rain warning lasting until 3am Friday.

Area: Bay of Plenty, and the Gisborne ranges including northern coastal areas from East Cape to Hicks Bay
Valid: 16 hours from 11:00am Thursday to 3:00am Friday
Forecast: Expect 100 to 150mm of rain about the ranges and 60 to… View more
MetService has issued a heavy rain warning lasting until 3am Friday.

Area: Bay of Plenty, and the Gisborne ranges including northern coastal areas from East Cape to Hicks Bay
Valid: 16 hours from 11:00am Thursday to 3:00am Friday
Forecast: Expect 100 to 150mm of rain about the ranges and 60 to 90mm elsewhere. Localised downpours of 25 to 40mm/hr possible about the ranges.
Changes: The Warning area has now been extended to cover all of Bay of Plenty.

Drivers are advised to be cautious as conditions may be hazardous. Read more

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1977 days ago

Inclusive Communities – July 1st to 31st 🤝

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

This month we’re celebrating the diverse array of people who call New Zealand home. Regardless of our different faiths, abilities, cultures, nationalities, ages, orientations and even genders - we want to make sure that our communities are safe and welcoming for all.

There’s many ways to take … View more
This month we’re celebrating the diverse array of people who call New Zealand home. Regardless of our different faiths, abilities, cultures, nationalities, ages, orientations and even genders - we want to make sure that our communities are safe and welcoming for all.

There’s many ways to take part! From hosting a multicultural potluck where each attendee brings a dish from a country of their choice to coordinating a fundraiser that benefits refugees or our elderly there are thousands of ways big and small to make our households, neighbourhoods, schools and businesses even more inclusive. It could even be as simple as learning from a neighbour how to say ‘hello’ in their native language or ensuring local footpaths are accessible!

Don’t forget this month also coincides with Women’s Refugee Awareness Month and International Day of Friendship on July 30th - a United Nations day that promotes the role that friendship plays in promoting peace in many cultures.

Want to share your thoughts? Let us know how you’re making your community more inclusive this month by tagging us in your posts + using the following hashtag so we can see what you get up to:

#NSNZinclusivecommunities

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1977 days ago

The Consumer’s Guide to Hearing Aids

Triton Hearing

When you are choosing a hearing aid it’s hard to know where to start. Get your FREE copy of the Consumer’s Guide to Hearing Aids - NZ’s only independent guide. Find out about all the best hearing aids, with feature, style and price guides, so it’s easy to choose the right hearing aid for … View moreWhen you are choosing a hearing aid it’s hard to know where to start. Get your FREE copy of the Consumer’s Guide to Hearing Aids - NZ’s only independent guide. Find out about all the best hearing aids, with feature, style and price guides, so it’s easy to choose the right hearing aid for your lifestyle and budget.

The Consumer’s Guide to Hearing Aids is available exclusively from Triton Hearing. Get your FREE copy now - call 0800 45 45 42 or visit tritonhearing.co.nz
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1979 days ago

Have you nominated yet?!?!?!

Women of Influence

Nominations are closing soon for the 2019 Women of Influence Awards!

Nominate the local hero or thought-leader in your community for the 2019 Women of Influence Awards. Whether she’s involved in grassroots community work or a global leader, recognise the passionate women who are creating real … View more
Nominations are closing soon for the 2019 Women of Influence Awards!

Nominate the local hero or thought-leader in your community for the 2019 Women of Influence Awards. Whether she’s involved in grassroots community work or a global leader, recognise the passionate women who are creating real change and forging a path for others.

Head to www.womenofinfluence.co.nz... for more information.

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1979 days ago

The criminal rise of 'porch pirates'. Have you been targeted?

Reporter Rotorua News

Often referred to as 'porch pirates', there's a rise of a new kind of criminal in our neighbourhoods.

These opportunistic thieves lurk behind vehicles or circle our streets on bikes, searching for freshly delivered parcels.

Jaime Belsar said porch pirates stole from her 2-month-old… View more
Often referred to as 'porch pirates', there's a rise of a new kind of criminal in our neighbourhoods.

These opportunistic thieves lurk behind vehicles or circle our streets on bikes, searching for freshly delivered parcels.

Jaime Belsar said porch pirates stole from her 2-month-old baby, Finn, last week. "They're lower than low," she said.

Have you fallen victim to these thieves? Let us know your experiences.

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1979 days ago

Poll: Should learning about climate change be part of the school curriculum?

Stacey Reporter from Stuff

Climate change is the most critical issue of the moment, and has been described by our prime minister as her generation's "nuclear-free moment". Its impacts, regardless of your views on it, are only going to get greater.

Yet it is not part of our school curriculum.

Some experts say… View more
Climate change is the most critical issue of the moment, and has been described by our prime minister as her generation's "nuclear-free moment". Its impacts, regardless of your views on it, are only going to get greater.

Yet it is not part of our school curriculum.

Some experts say that has to change. It is such an existential threat that not to make it a requirement to teach children about climate change is doing them a great disservice, they say.

To read more, click here

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Should learning about climate change be part of the school curriculum?
  • 70.4% Yes, of course it should!
    70.4% Complete
  • 15.6% No, absolutely not.
    15.6% Complete
  • 14% I'm not bothered either way.
    14% Complete
1515 votes
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