Punaruku Island, Rotorua

2790 days ago

Congratulations to our First Aid Kit winners

The Team from Ministry of Civil Defence & Emergency Management

We had a great response to our "What's your tsunami plan?" competition. It sounds like you're all ready.

Congratulations to our winners:
Ann from Motueka
Lou from Wainuiomata
Angie from Rangiora

Remember:
- In a large local tsunami causing earthquake, roads may be … View more
We had a great response to our "What's your tsunami plan?" competition. It sounds like you're all ready.

Congratulations to our winners:
Ann from Motueka
Lou from Wainuiomata
Angie from Rangiora

Remember:
- In a large local tsunami causing earthquake, roads may be damaged or blocked, so include walking.
- Don't wait for an official warning, there may not be time in a local source tsunami.
- Remember long OR strong, get gone.

Visit www.happens.nz... to work out what you will do.

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2792 days ago

WIN - Rotorua Home & Garden Show!!!

Rotorua Home & Garden Show

The Rotorua Home & Garden Show is coming soon and giving you the chance to WIN a fantastic 13-piece Stoneline Cookware set valued at $1,200! Simply LIKE or THANK this post to enter.

Mark your diaries to attend the show - February 17th-19th, 10am–5pm
Energy Events Centre, Queen’s Drive,… View more
The Rotorua Home & Garden Show is coming soon and giving you the chance to WIN a fantastic 13-piece Stoneline Cookware set valued at $1,200! Simply LIKE or THANK this post to enter.

Mark your diaries to attend the show - February 17th-19th, 10am–5pm
Energy Events Centre, Queen’s Drive, Rotorua
Adults $5, Senior Special Friday $3, Under 16 Free

Don't forget to LIKE or THANK the post to enter! T&Cs apply.
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2792 days ago

Nominate your neighbourhood champion

The Team from Neighbours Aotearoa

Do you have a neighbour who is seriously awesome, the glue and connector of your neighbourhood, and the person at the centre of your community, or who is just a really good sort! Nominate them to be our Neighbourhood Champion and they can go in the running to win an Orania Natural Skincare … View moreDo you have a neighbour who is seriously awesome, the glue and connector of your neighbourhood, and the person at the centre of your community, or who is just a really good sort! Nominate them to be our Neighbourhood Champion and they can go in the running to win an Orania Natural Skincare package as a lovely 'Thank you!'

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2793 days ago

Neighbourly New Year Tip #11 - Meet a new neighbour

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

This one is pretty simple. You're a Neighbourly member so connecting with your community is obviously pretty important to you. So this tip is more of a challenge; this year (or this weekend!) make it your mission to meet someone new living near you.

Here's a few things you can do to … View more
This one is pretty simple. You're a Neighbourly member so connecting with your community is obviously pretty important to you. So this tip is more of a challenge; this year (or this weekend!) make it your mission to meet someone new living near you.

Here's a few things you can do to get you started:
- use the Neighbours Directory to find neighbours on your street.
- introduce yourself on Neighbourly to those living in your neighbourhood. Just a few words about yourself and what brought you here.
- Give something away or sell something! A Neighbourly exchange gives you a chance to meet someone new.
- just head out the door and knock on someone else's!
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Remember 86% of Kiwis want to get to know their neighbours better, but just don't see them around much (71%). Take the first step!

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2796 days ago

Are you 55+ and looking to get out and about?

Parksyde Older Persons

Parksyde was opened in August 2001 as an event centre for the 55+ age group and was one of the Rotorua Energy Charitable Trust's millennium projects. Parksyde is owned and operated by the Older Persons Charitable Trust and is the only one of its kind in the country.

We are not a retirement… View more
Parksyde was opened in August 2001 as an event centre for the 55+ age group and was one of the Rotorua Energy Charitable Trust's millennium projects. Parksyde is owned and operated by the Older Persons Charitable Trust and is the only one of its kind in the country.

We are not a retirement village or a day care centre for the elderly but simply an Event Centre providing activities for the 55+ age group. No membership is required; a small fee is charged for each activity, but no children please. We have a full commercial kitchen catering for lunches and functions which is also available for hire.
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2796 days ago

Looking for things to do this long weekend in Rotorua?

Nicola Brennan-Tupara Reporter from Rotorua News

Hi neighbours,
Well there is plenty going on this weekend to keep you busy.
Check out our event listings below for a range of things for all the family.
And if you have a event coming up that you'd like to feature in the Rotorua Review, send me an email nicola.brennan@fairfaxmedia.co.nz.

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Hi neighbours,
Well there is plenty going on this weekend to keep you busy.
Check out our event listings below for a range of things for all the family.
And if you have a event coming up that you'd like to feature in the Rotorua Review, send me an email nicola.brennan@fairfaxmedia.co.nz.

Streetstock Grand Prix

Tonight and Saturday night. Take a regular Road car, install a roll cage and some safety features and you have a Streetstock. Put them on a speedway track and let them legally hit each other and you have the very entertaining Streetstock Racing. Starts 7pm, Paradise Valley Raceway.

Rotorua A&P Show

Head along to the show this Saturday and Sunday for loads of fun. 141 Western Rd, Ngongotaha. There's something for everyone so bring the family for a great two days of fun.

Ecomist Blue Lake Multisport Festival

This saturday and Sunday. Five different swimming events, including a kids triathlon, will be held on the lake on Saturday and Sunday. Find out more on the RATS - Rotorua Association of Triathlon & Multisport Facebook page.

Rotorua Summer Seafood Festival

This Saturday at the Soundshell and Village Green, Memorial Dr. Indulge in the variety of delicious seafood on offer paired with a glass of exquisite New Zealand wine. There's also an exciting line-up of local musical talent and relax beside the stunning Lake Rotorua.

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2796 days ago

Neighbourly New Year Tip #10 - Save posts

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Have you spotted a post on Neighbourly you want to refer back to later? It's easy to save posts such as a recommendation for a good plumber or restaurant, something you're thinking of buying or a poll you'd like to track.

Here's how to save and find posts:
1) Simply click on… View more
Have you spotted a post on Neighbourly you want to refer back to later? It's easy to save posts such as a recommendation for a good plumber or restaurant, something you're thinking of buying or a poll you'd like to track.

Here's how to save and find posts:
1) Simply click on the SAVE button at the bottom right of a post you want to locate later. The button will change to 'Saved!'

2) To find the post, click on My Posts in the top green navigation bar (on desktop) and click on the All Posts dropdown menu. You'll see the option 'Saved Posts'

3) When you no longer need a record of the post, just click on the Saved button and it will disappear from your Saved list.
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2799 days ago

Turn your home ownership dream into a reality this year!

SBS Bank

Whether you’re putting down roots for the first time, upsizing to suit a growing family, planning your dream home or looking to grow your wealth, we have the home loan for you.

Contact us on 0800 SBS BANK today or you can apply online at sbsbank.co.nz/home-loan. T&Cs apply.
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2799 days ago

Neighbourly New Year Tip #7 - Selling Stuff

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

From old furniture to school uniforms, Neighbourly is a great way to make a little extra money by selling items you no longer want or need. In fact the Buy, Sell & Trade category is one of the most popular on Neighbourly!

It's completely FREE to sell something on Neighbourly - plus … View more
From old furniture to school uniforms, Neighbourly is a great way to make a little extra money by selling items you no longer want or need. In fact the Buy, Sell & Trade category is one of the most popular on Neighbourly!

It's completely FREE to sell something on Neighbourly - plus you'll have a chance to meet one of your friendly neighbours. Here's a few tips and tricks to make your sale is a quick and easy one:
* Use good images to ensure your items really stand out
* Share an description of each item you are selling including details of its condition
* Add a price for your listing
* If you have multiple items to sell, group these into a single post and itemise the unique items you have for sale with their sale price.
* Once an item has sold, remember to mark it as SOLD (just click on the three little dots under your post)
* Consider listing an unsold item in the Free Stuff category if you're keen to see it moved along.
* Once a neighbourly has confirmed they'd like to purchase your item, share details using your Neighbourly Inbox
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2803 days ago

A Neighbourly New Year Tip #5 - Keep it private

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Did you know you have a Neighbourly inbox? If you'd like to contact a neighbour on Neighbourly directly, you can send them a private message. This is a great way to send confidential information (such as your mobile number or email) or to have conversations you'd like to keep away from … View moreDid you know you have a Neighbourly inbox? If you'd like to contact a neighbour on Neighbourly directly, you can send them a private message. This is a great way to send confidential information (such as your mobile number or email) or to have conversations you'd like to keep away from your Neighbourly noticeboard. It's also a great way to directly contact local organisations, businesses or media!
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How to send a private message:
* Locate the neighbour you wish to send a message to in your Neighbours Directory or on your noticeboard and click their name to visit their profile
* Click the MESSAGE button below your neighbour's profile picture
* Enter a subject and message and click send!
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2804 days ago

$ave the GST - last chance!

Resene

There's no better time to be decorating than summer - but you need to be quick! The Resene save the GST sale is in its final days*! You'll save 15% on Resene premium paints, stains, primers, sealers, wallpaper, decorating accessories and cleaning products at your local Resene ColorShop or… View moreThere's no better time to be decorating than summer - but you need to be quick! The Resene save the GST sale is in its final days*! You'll save 15% 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!

*Offer runs until 31 January 2017.
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2804 days ago

Smallbone Park footbridge closed

The team from Rotorua Lakes Council

The footbridge in Smallbone Park that crosses the Utuhina stream and links to the hockey fields will be closed for repairs until further notice. Please use the main entrance to the fields further along on Devon Street.

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2804 days ago

Neighbourly New Year Tip #4 - Join a Group

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Unite with fellow booklovers, find other fitness fanatics or swap garden goodies!

Neighbourly Groups are a great way to connect with like-minded people who live nearby. Take a look at Groups already set up by your neighbours - or have a go at setting up your own. Some of the most popular Groups … View more
Unite with fellow booklovers, find other fitness fanatics or swap garden goodies!

Neighbourly Groups are a great way to connect with like-minded people who live nearby. Take a look at Groups already set up by your neighbours - or have a go at setting up your own. Some of the most popular Groups around New Zealand include gardening, running, babysitter networking, private street groups and puppy playgroups.
Browse Groups

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2805 days ago

Neighbourly New Year Tip #3 - Find your filters

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Filters allow you to manage what you see on your Neighbourly noticeboard. Perhaps you want to hide Buy & Sell messages - or maybe that's all you want to see! You'll find four filters at the top of your noticeboard: Recommendations, Buy & Sell, Events and Business. You can toggle … View moreFilters allow you to manage what you see on your Neighbourly noticeboard. Perhaps you want to hide Buy & Sell messages - or maybe that's all you want to see! You'll find four filters at the top of your noticeboard: Recommendations, Buy & Sell, Events and Business. You can toggle these on and off to customise your Neighbourly experience.

While you're there - have a play with the 'Sort' filter. This is a drop down menu allowing you to switch between newest posts and newest activity (replies).

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