Lynmore, Rotorua

2895 days ago

Christmas

Jane from Owhata

Happy Christmas to everyone today and I hope you all enjoy your time together  as family or just friends.

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2910 days ago

WTB 4dr car prefer with tow bar- cheap runner.

Ferne from Owhata

Im looking for a good tidy reliable vehicle that has been well looked after not too many k's (250 or more) and has a current w.o.f and rego, prefer around 2ltr and year 2000 or younger, if you know of anything please let me know asap.

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2898 days ago

Wanting Fruit.

Jade from Lynmore

Hi there ,
Just wanting to know if anyone has fruit from their tree they dont use or dont want id be happy to collect and use it . Enjoy all types of fruits . Thnkyou

Free

2900 days ago

Christmas Connections

The Team from Age Concern New Zealand

If you haven’t already made contact with your neighbours and older relatives, the holiday season is a perfect opportunity to break the ice.

Sometimes we get caught up in the Christmas rush, and don’t take time to think about people who may be experiencing a much quieter holiday season. … View more
If you haven’t already made contact with your neighbours and older relatives, the holiday season is a perfect opportunity to break the ice.

Sometimes we get caught up in the Christmas rush, and don’t take time to think about people who may be experiencing a much quieter holiday season. Contact with older people can help families to connect with what Christmas is really about, and it’s a great time to explore memories and think about traditions.

We will posting 5 tips leading up to Christmas on how you can connect with your older neighbours this Holiday Season.

5. Look out for them
Look out for your neighbours this holiday season. Be mindful that Christmas can be a tough time for some older people, especially those who live alone. Small gestures of kindness can make this time much easier for older people who may be lonely.

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2900 days ago

Get decorating and $ave the GST!

Resene

Hi neighbours! Summer is here and it’s a great time to get decorating. Right now you can save the GST on Resene premium paints, stains, primers, sealers, wallpaper, decorating accessories and cleaning products at your local Resene ColorShop or participating reseller. Plus if you have a Resene … View moreHi neighbours! Summer is here and it’s a great time to get decorating. Right now you can save the GST on Resene premium paints, stains, primers, sealers, wallpaper, decorating accessories and cleaning products at your local Resene ColorShop or participating reseller. Plus if you have a Resene ColorShop Card or Resene DIY Card, you can enjoy extra savings on a range of products. It's our Christmas gift to you! Offer runs until 31 January 2017. Learn more

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2901 days ago

Win one of 10 double passes to the ultimate family movie!

Roadshow Films

When eleven year old Mick is shipped off to his grandfather's cattle station in the remote Pilbara region of Western Australia, he prepares himself for a life of dull hardship. Instead he finds myth, adventure and friendship with a scrappy, one-of-a-kind dog that will change his life forever. … View moreWhen eleven year old Mick is shipped off to his grandfather's cattle station in the remote Pilbara region of Western Australia, he prepares himself for a life of dull hardship. Instead he finds myth, adventure and friendship with a scrappy, one-of-a-kind dog that will change his life forever. RED DOG: True Blue is a story of friendship, loyalty and acceptance and is perfect for families and dog lovers of all ages. Want to win a double pass?

Simply like or thank this post before 9 January for your chance to WIN one of ten double passes to RED DOG: True Blue.
Watch the trailer

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2901 days ago

Bicycle helmet for sale for a cycling enthusiast

Rekha from Glenholme

We have a as good as new helmet which was bought a few months now but has never been used.

It's a M 52/57 sized helmet.

If any questions, do contact me on 021 068 3380

Price: $65

2902 days ago

Poll: What's the best thing to do to protect your house at Christmas?

Sarah Moore from Neighbourly.co.nz

If you're planning on heading away over the Christmas period, there are a few things you can do to make sure you're protecting your home. Which step do you think is the most important?

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What's the best thing to do to protect your house at Christmas?
  • 8.3% Tell a neighbour you're heading away
    8.3% Complete
  • 0.1% Set up security lights
    0.1% Complete
  • 1.7% Ask someone to collect your mail
    1.7% Complete
  • 5.4% Make sure all doors / windows are locked (including the garage!)
    5.4% Complete
  • 0.3% Unplug electronics
    0.3% Complete
  • 4.9% Create the illusion of someone being home
    4.9% Complete
  • 1% Alert your alarm company and set your alarms
    1% Complete
  • 76.8% All of the above
    76.8% Complete
  • 1.5% Something else
    1.5% Complete
1624 votes
2902 days ago

Spike in house worth more than $1 in Rotorua

Nicola Brennan-Tupara Reporter from Rotorua News

Hi neighbours,
The number of houses in Rotorua worth more than $1m has leapt from 28 to 690 houses in just three years., according to property valuation company myvalocity.
What do you think of this massive increase?
## Note your comments could be use in print unless you say otherwise##

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2903 days ago

Christmas Connections

The Team from Age Concern New Zealand

If you haven’t already made contact with your older relatives or neighbour, the holiday season is a perfect opportunity to break the ice.

Sometimes we get caught up in the Christmas rush, and don’t take time to think about people who may be experiencing a much quieter holiday season. … View more
If you haven’t already made contact with your older relatives or neighbour, the holiday season is a perfect opportunity to break the ice.

Sometimes we get caught up in the Christmas rush, and don’t take time to think about people who may be experiencing a much quieter holiday season. Contact with older people can help families to connect with what Christmas is really about, and it’s a great time to explore memories and think about traditions.

We will posting 5 tips leading up to Christmas on how you can connect with your older people this Holiday Season.

4. Pop over with a jar of jam or pickles or your favourite recipe.
This will give you a good opportunity to have a chat. Maybe you will learn something about your neighbour that you don’t already know. This social connection can be a great chance to explore traditions and share memories.

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2910 days ago

Christmas for our poor people

Joseph & Dorothy from Glenholme

Once again we are driven by the market place to, once a year, find it in our hearts to give to those amongst us, who have nothing to give ,all in the name of Christmas (which Christians celebrate as the birth of their savior Jesus Christ);Jesus said the the poor will always be amongst us;so the … View moreOnce again we are driven by the market place to, once a year, find it in our hearts to give to those amongst us, who have nothing to give ,all in the name of Christmas (which Christians celebrate as the birth of their savior Jesus Christ);Jesus said the the poor will always be amongst us;so the food bus that our local community is promoting to help our poor could be doing the rounds all year round now there is a challenge for the market place?

2905 days ago

Low water pressure on Monday 19 December

The team from Rotorua Lakes Council

#RotoruaNZ residents at the south end of town may experience low water pressure on Monday 19 December while crews redirect water mains at the Hemo Gorge intersection work site. Work will start at 6am and water pressure should be back to normal by 6pm that night.

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2905 days ago

Where will you go?

The Team from Ministry of Civil Defence & Emergency Management

Do you know where to go if a tsunami happens when you are at home, work, school or anywhere else?

Contact your local Civil Defence group to find tsunami zone maps for your area and plan your route today. www.civildefence.govt.nz...
If you are near the coast, remember LONG OR STRONG: GET GONE
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Do you know where to go if a tsunami happens when you are at home, work, school or anywhere else?

Contact your local Civil Defence group to find tsunami zone maps for your area and plan your route today. www.civildefence.govt.nz...
If you are near the coast, remember LONG OR STRONG: GET GONE
If you feel an earthquake that lasts for more than a minute or makes it hard to stand up, don’t wait for an official tsunami warning. Move immediately to the nearest high ground or as far inland as you can. Walk or bike if you can. Stay there until you get the all clear.

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2905 days ago

Rotorua's best Christmas Tree

Nicola Brennan-Tupara Reporter from Rotorua News

Hi neighbours,
Look at all the great entries for the Rotorua Review's Best Christmas Tree competition. Vote on the one you think is the best by typing the number of the tree you like in the comments below. (The number is in the top right corner).
We'll run the finalists in the … View more
Hi neighbours,
Look at all the great entries for the Rotorua Review's Best Christmas Tree competition. Vote on the one you think is the best by typing the number of the tree you like in the comments below. (The number is in the top right corner).
We'll run the finalists in the December 21 edition of the paper and announce the winner in our first edition back in 2017.

2905 days ago

Bussiness as usual for our Councillors

Joseph & Dorothy from Glenholme

The one positive outcome of our Local Council electorate results is that nothing has changed and it is business as usual; thank goodness for that because for a while I thought that leopards may indeed be capable of changing their spots.That the second highest polling candidate and the new candidate… View moreThe one positive outcome of our Local Council electorate results is that nothing has changed and it is business as usual; thank goodness for that because for a while I thought that leopards may indeed be capable of changing their spots.That the second highest polling candidate and the new candidate are surprised surprises me too.

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