Rotoiti Forest, Rotorua

2614 days ago

Conservation Week photo competition

The Team from Department of Conservation

It's competition time! Show us how you're loving your backyard this Conservation Week , and you could win a conservation experience on iconic Ulva Island/Te Wharawhara !

You could be setting up a backyard trap, participating in a community conservation group, planting a native tree … View more
It's competition time! Show us how you're loving your backyard this Conservation Week , and you could win a conservation experience on iconic Ulva Island/Te Wharawhara !

You could be setting up a backyard trap, participating in a community conservation group, planting a native tree or cleaning up beaches or streams.

Find out more here:
www.doc.govt.nz...

#LoveMyBackYard #ConservationWeek

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2614 days ago

Myrtle rust could explode this spring.

Ministry for Primary Industries

If you see myrtle rust, please don’t touch it – report it!

Myrtle rust is a fungus that can destroy our native and taonga trees such as pōhutukawa and mānuka. It absolutely thrives in spring, making it much easier to spot.

Help us track myrtle rust and control its spread.

DO NOT … View more
If you see myrtle rust, please don’t touch it – report it!

Myrtle rust is a fungus that can destroy our native and taonga trees such as pōhutukawa and mānuka. It absolutely thrives in spring, making it much easier to spot.

Help us track myrtle rust and control its spread.

DO NOT TOUCH OR DISTURB THE PLANT.

Take a photo and call us immediately on 0800 80 99 66.

Thanks for helping us fight myrtle rust.
Find out more

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2616 days ago

ASPEN COMMUNITY GARDEN-WORKING BEE

Jane from Owhata

A working bee will be going this Saturday and Sunday from 1pm to 5pm in the community garden Aspen Place off Pohutukawa Drive.
There is only me there and I need short term helpers to get the garden going for this years growing season. I cannot manage it on my own and it would be a shame to close … View more
A working bee will be going this Saturday and Sunday from 1pm to 5pm in the community garden Aspen Place off Pohutukawa Drive.
There is only me there and I need short term helpers to get the garden going for this years growing season. I cannot manage it on my own and it would be a shame to close it. Contact me at 8b Aspen Place or 021968858 Jane

2615 days ago

Don't be an egg, win a $200 Prezzy® card!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Our friends at Electric Kiwi presented us with a challenge - so we had a crack... Check out our “Don’t be an egg” video! We think it’s pretty egg-septional.

Think you can do a better job than the Neighbourly team? We’re egg-stending the challenge to Neighbourly members, and there’s a… View more
Our friends at Electric Kiwi presented us with a challenge - so we had a crack... Check out our “Don’t be an egg” video! We think it’s pretty egg-septional.

Think you can do a better job than the Neighbourly team? We’re egg-stending the challenge to Neighbourly members, and there’s a $200 Prezzy® card on offer for one lucky Neighbourly member.

Simply post your "Don't be an egg, switch to the Kiwi" clip on Electric Kiwi’s Facebook page with the hashtag #SwitchToTheKiwi, and tag Neighbourly in your message to let us know you’ve entered. Check out Electric Kiwi's competition guidelines here.

We'll announce the Neighbourly winner on 31 October 2017, so you better get cracking!

2617 days ago

Plant these... stamps?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

You read that right! Why not try something new this spring and grow your own collection of these special seeded stamps from New Zealand Post (philately sure is different in the 21st century). These gummed stamps are affixed with seeds (also available without seeds) and come with growing … View moreYou read that right! Why not try something new this spring and grow your own collection of these special seeded stamps from New Zealand Post (philately sure is different in the 21st century). These gummed stamps are affixed with seeds (also available without seeds) and come with growing instructions. Available singly or in sets as well as miniature sheets and first day covers. NZ Post has more information on its website.

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2617 days ago

Tauranga volunteers honoured for five decades of tree planting

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Hello Bay of Plenty community, one of this year's GARDENA Gardener of the Year finalists is from your neck of the woods. This amazing group of gardeners and plantsmen are putting BOP on the map.... in more ways than one.

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2617 days ago

Congratulations to our winners!

Student Job Search

Congratulations to our winners! Check your emails to see if you have won 5 hours of household help from Student Job Search. Thank you to everyone who entered - If you’re still looking for some extra help at home (or at the office!) you can list a job for FREE online with Student Job Search, or … View moreCongratulations to our winners! Check your emails to see if you have won 5 hours of household help from Student Job Search. Thank you to everyone who entered - If you’re still looking for some extra help at home (or at the office!) you can list a job for FREE online with Student Job Search, or call 0800 757 565 and we’ll find a local student in your neighbourhood to get the job done! Find out more

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2633 days ago

ASPEN COMMUNITY GARDEN

Jane from Owhata

Hi community, I am looking for people to help me in our community garden. I have a bad back so am unable to do heavy work. I am the only member working in the garden now, several people come and help but I need more help even 1/2 hr is ok with me. I live next to the garden so am close by. The boxes… View moreHi community, I am looking for people to help me in our community garden. I have a bad back so am unable to do heavy work. I am the only member working in the garden now, several people come and help but I need more help even 1/2 hr is ok with me. I live next to the garden so am close by. The boxes are easy to keep clear of weeds. If anyone has the passion or desire to help me Ph 021968858 Jane.

2619 days ago

SH33 Te Ngae Junction to Paengaroa road safety improvements

NZ Transport Agency

We’re making SH33 between Te Ngae and Paengaroa safer, but we want to make sure we’ve got it right. Come see us at a community drop in session. Wed 11 Oct, Paengaroa Hall, 3pm-6pm. Thurs 12 Oct, Okere Falls Store, 3pm-6pm. Fri 13 Oct, Pikiao Rugby League Club, Mourea, 1pm-4pm.

Can’t make … View more
We’re making SH33 between Te Ngae and Paengaroa safer, but we want to make sure we’ve got it right. Come see us at a community drop in session. Wed 11 Oct, Paengaroa Hall, 3pm-6pm. Thurs 12 Oct, Okere Falls Store, 3pm-6pm. Fri 13 Oct, Pikiao Rugby League Club, Mourea, 1pm-4pm.

Can’t make it? Take a look at our project update, then complete the feedback form online.
Find out more

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2620 days ago

Petunia power

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Looking for some pretty petunias? Proven Winners NZ is supporting the NZ Breast Cancer Foundation by donating 50 cents for every Bubblegum Petunia purchased, from Oct 1.

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2620 days ago

Today is International Day of the Older Persons!

The Team from Age Concern New Zealand

Today is International Day of the Older Persons (IDOP). IDOP has been celebrated around the world since 1991. It’s a day to highlight the significant contributions older people bring to society and to raise awareness of issues affecting older people such as abuse and discrimination. Join Age … View moreToday is International Day of the Older Persons (IDOP). IDOP has been celebrated around the world since 1991. It’s a day to highlight the significant contributions older people bring to society and to raise awareness of issues affecting older people such as abuse and discrimination. Join Age Concern today as we celebrate the important role older people have in our society.

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2622 days ago

ASPEN COMMUNITY GARDEN-WORKING BEE

Jane from Owhata

A working bee will be held at Aspen Community gardens, Aspen Place, Owhata this Saturday and Sunday 1pm to 5pm both days.
Come along and help me get the garden ready for spring. Come for as long as you like.

2621 days ago

Register your event this Conservation Week

The Team from Department of Conservation

It’s Conservation Week next month. You can celebrate by showing your backyard some love, through getting involved in activities and events either in your own backyard or in our big New Zealand backyard.

Do you have a conservation event that you’d like to have featured on our website? List… View more
It’s Conservation Week next month. You can celebrate by showing your backyard some love, through getting involved in activities and events either in your own backyard or in our big New Zealand backyard.

Do you have a conservation event that you’d like to have featured on our website? List it here: List your event

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2624 days ago

Master your knife like a chef? Tell us and WIN

FreshChoice Te Ngae

Hi neighbours! Whether you're perfecting that roast beef, filleting fish with your eyes closed or whipping up that memorised cake recipe that never lets you down, there may be a pro chef in you! Share your pro cooking tip now, and you could win a $100 gift voucher!

We're also offering … View more
Hi neighbours! Whether you're perfecting that roast beef, filleting fish with your eyes closed or whipping up that memorised cake recipe that never lets you down, there may be a pro chef in you! Share your pro cooking tip now, and you could win a $100 gift voucher!

We're also offering you the chance to receive a premium set of Gormé Kitchen Knives in all our stores! All you need to do is shop with us to COLLECT 3 STICKERS in order to REDEEM your KNIVES at a heavily reduced price - up to 75% off! You will receive 1 sticker for every $15 you spend. There are 5 different knives to collect. Perfect for Christmas coming up, a gift for a friend or to add to your home. Start collecting in our store today.

- Your local FreshChoice team
Share a tip and WIN

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2625 days ago

International Day of the Older Persons 2017 is on Sunday!

The Team from Age Concern New Zealand

International Day of the Older Persons is on Sunday October 1st. Every year we celebrate the contribution older people bring to society. The theme for this year is “Stepping into the Future: Tapping the Talents, Contributions and Participation of Older Persons in Society.”

On Sunday (and … View more
International Day of the Older Persons is on Sunday October 1st. Every year we celebrate the contribution older people bring to society. The theme for this year is “Stepping into the Future: Tapping the Talents, Contributions and Participation of Older Persons in Society.”

On Sunday (and the rest of the year), remember to acknowledge the wealth of knowledge and skills that New Zealanders aged over 65 bring to our communities.

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