Rotorua Central, Rotorua

297 days ago

Colour your summer

The Team from Resene ColorShop Rotorua

Get creative with colour with these art projects using Resene paints.

Find out how to get creative with these easy ideas.

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298 days ago

Enjoy Financial Certainty...

The Team from Ryman Healthcare

When you move to a Ryman village, the last thing you need to think about are unexpected costs. We offer financial security with rates, home insurance, exterior maintenance and gardening all covered under one fixed base weekly fee*, meaning once you’ve moved in you can focus on the things you … View moreWhen you move to a Ryman village, the last thing you need to think about are unexpected costs. We offer financial security with rates, home insurance, exterior maintenance and gardening all covered under one fixed base weekly fee*, meaning once you’ve moved in you can focus on the things you enjoy.

Find out more about our living options today and get ready for a new lifestyle.

*Weekly fee’s only increase if you change from independent living to serviced apartment living, or you add extra care options.
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298 days ago

Turn your balcony or patio into a lush garden

Bob Owens Retirement Village

If you have a green thumb, just imagine what you could do with a balcony with a fantastic view like this one at Murray Halberg Village. This elevated space offers the perfect blank canvas to create a lush outdoor space without lawn maintenance or heavy lifting.

Shane Fairbairn, Landscape Manager… View more
If you have a green thumb, just imagine what you could do with a balcony with a fantastic view like this one at Murray Halberg Village. This elevated space offers the perfect blank canvas to create a lush outdoor space without lawn maintenance or heavy lifting.

Shane Fairbairn, Landscape Manager at Ryman Healthcare, shares some tips for creating the perfect outdoor space on your patio or balcony so you can enjoy the benefits of gardening without the hassles.

First, decide on a theme. Is it cosy and bohemian, sleek and minimalist, a lush urban jungle, or something else? Your vision will guide your plant and furniture choices.

For all his tips and advice click read more.

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301 days ago

DARNING SERVICE

Lorraine from Glenholme

Hi, I’m looking for someone to darn an old woven blanket (my old hands can’t manage it).
Not a huge hole 4x3cm.
Will pay what you think it’s worth.
Thanks 🪡

301 days ago

Have you made a nomination yet?

Prospa

Let your community know how a small business has made a difference in your life by nominating them in the 2024 Prospa Local Business Hero awards.

Whether it's your super friendly barista, the bookstore that knows the exact book you need to read next or the florist with the biggest blooms … View more
Let your community know how a small business has made a difference in your life by nominating them in the 2024 Prospa Local Business Hero awards.

Whether it's your super friendly barista, the bookstore that knows the exact book you need to read next or the florist with the biggest blooms in town nominate them now and make a small business' day.

Share a few words about your favourite local now. You could help them win an incredible prize package worth $10,000.
Nominate now

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301 days ago

Sustainable Style. A Special Price.

Mazda NZ

If you’re looking for a stylish SUV that stands out from the crowd and won’t break the bank, the convention-defying Mazda MX-30 has you covered.

Featuring a unique mild hybrid engine and cutting-edge style, as well as sustainable materials that reduce environmental impact, the Mazda MX-30 is… View more
If you’re looking for a stylish SUV that stands out from the crowd and won’t break the bank, the convention-defying Mazda MX-30 has you covered.

Featuring a unique mild hybrid engine and cutting-edge style, as well as sustainable materials that reduce environmental impact, the Mazda MX-30 is perfect for zipping around your neighbourhood.

Find out more and book a test drive at your local Mazda Dealer today.
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302 days ago

Music at the Rotunda 3 March

Julie from Springfield - Tihiotonga

Music at the Rotunda in the beautiful setting of Rotorua’s Government Gardens, is back thanks to some funding from the Rotorua Trust and the newly formed, Music Rotorua Charitable Trust!

Enjoy a fabulously relaxed afternoon at the Band Rotunda being entertained by two performances each sunny … View more
Music at the Rotunda in the beautiful setting of Rotorua’s Government Gardens, is back thanks to some funding from the Rotorua Trust and the newly formed, Music Rotorua Charitable Trust!

Enjoy a fabulously relaxed afternoon at the Band Rotunda being entertained by two performances each sunny Sunday afternoon from 18 February to 31 March.

Don’t forget to bring your picnic, rug or chair to make your afternoon more enjoyable but, don’t bring your wine or other favourite alcoholic beverage as there is an alcohol ban in the area.

Travel by bike – Rotorua Lakes Council have promised bike parking to make your day easier!

Our artists this Sunday 3 March are:
1pm Now N Then
‘A group who come together for events such as ‘Music at the Rotunda’, ‘Art in the Park’ and other community events.
“The music we play is mainly up-beat, we find people in the audience enjoy dancing to the music.”

The music is from both now and back then, with the majority of music from the 60s, 70s and onward.
We come together to play music every now and then.
We practice every now and then!

2pm Evelyn Falconer
Well known to us all, professional singer Evelyn will perform Musical theatre, classical and jazz music.

If you would like to make a donation to help pay for this year's series of concerts, we will be very grateful. You can make a donation events.humanitix.com

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312 days ago

Music at The Rotunda 1pm Sunday 18 February 2024

Julie from Springfield - Tihiotonga

Music at the Rotunda in the beautiful setting of Rotorua’s Government Gardens, is back thanks to some funding from the Rotorua Trust and the newly formed, Music Rotorua Charitable Trust!

Enjoy a fabulously relaxed afternoon at the Band Rotunda being entertained by two performances each sunny … View more
Music at the Rotunda in the beautiful setting of Rotorua’s Government Gardens, is back thanks to some funding from the Rotorua Trust and the newly formed, Music Rotorua Charitable Trust!

Enjoy a fabulously relaxed afternoon at the Band Rotunda being entertained by two performances each sunny Sunday afternoon from 18 February to 31 March.

Don’t forget to bring your picnic, rug or chair to make your afternoon more enjoyable but, don’t bring your wine or other favourite alcoholic beverage as there is an alcohol ban in the area.

Travel by bike – Rotorua Lakes Council have promised bike parking to make your day easier!

Our artists this Sunday 18 February are:
1pm Jack Grace
Of “8 Scott Avenue – The Musical” fame, need I say more. A born entertainer who gave up rugby for music. Many of those musical years spent on the stage at Sky City
2pm Jono Breakwell
Professional musician, you may have caught recently playing and singing at The Night Market, Secret Spot or Eat Streat

If you would like to make a donation to help pay for this year's series of concerts, we will be very grateful. You can make a donation events.humanitix.com...

304 days ago

Antique Large Brass Elephant

Micheal from Rotorua Central

Very rare trunk up good luck elephant

Price: $45

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307 days ago

More Homes for Rotorua Community Drop-in session

Lynn Benfell from Progress Ngongotaha-Kokiri Ngongotaha Inc.

Kia ora Koutou, Hello everyone,

This has only just been notified and is happening TODAY.
If this is of interest to you or others that you know please let them know asap.

See attached Poster from Bay of Plenty Kaingaora
Reads " Please join us to learn about our plans to build more … View more
Kia ora Koutou, Hello everyone,

This has only just been notified and is happening TODAY.
If this is of interest to you or others that you know please let them know asap.

See attached Poster from Bay of Plenty Kaingaora
Reads " Please join us to learn about our plans to build more public housing in central and west Rotorua.

Our team will share abotu housing developments underway, and others we are planning in these areas of the city.

Date: Tuesday 20 February 2024
Time: 3pm-6pm (drop in anytime)
Location: Rotorua Primary School, 1249 Arawa Street

Find out more from the team and ask questions.
Nau mai, haere mai-we look forward to seeing you.

Please see attached poster for contact details.

Nga mihi nui
Lynn

Community drop in session invite - 20.2.24 Rotorua-Rotorua Primary School.pdf Download View

304 days ago
304 days ago

Swap food for a FREE Resene testpot!

Resene

Hunger for Colour is back for 2024! Bring two cans of food into your local Resene ColorShop and swap them for one Resene testpot (60-80ml). Resene will donate all food to The Salvation Army foodbanks.

We accept all cans of food in good condition and suitable for humans to eat. If you prefer to … View more
Hunger for Colour is back for 2024! Bring two cans of food into your local Resene ColorShop and swap them for one Resene testpot (60-80ml). Resene will donate all food to The Salvation Army foodbanks.

We accept all cans of food in good condition and suitable for humans to eat. If you prefer to bring in canned pet food, we can accept that also and will donate it to the SPCA and local community animal shelters.

By adding a little more colour to your life you can also help those in need.
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306 days ago

Ways to Lower your Power Bill

The Team from NZ Compare

Feeling the Summer heat? Don't let your power bill skyrocket along with the temperatures!

Check out these 10 simple tips to keep cool and save money on your power bills this season.

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306 days ago

Haven Falls Funeral Home Ki Rotorua

Haven Falls

Haven Falls are very blessed to be opening their new branch in Rotorua.

Located at 271 Old Taupo Road, Rotorua these facilities offer a large chapel, dining hall and extended off road parking.

We invite you at anytime to pop in and speak with one of our team members and have a look around … View more
Haven Falls are very blessed to be opening their new branch in Rotorua.

Located at 271 Old Taupo Road, Rotorua these facilities offer a large chapel, dining hall and extended off road parking.

We invite you at anytime to pop in and speak with one of our team members and have a look around the facilities offered.

We operate 24 hours 7 days a week.
0800 428366
Find out more

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306 days ago

Declutter and organise photos with Peter Walsh

Bob Owens Retirement Village

Peter is helping us out with something that nearly everyone can relate to – dealing with the unsorted photos taking up space on your phone or languishing in boxes in your home.

“Without fail, when I give a talk about getting organised, I’m always asked how to deal with photos,” says … View more
Peter is helping us out with something that nearly everyone can relate to – dealing with the unsorted photos taking up space on your phone or languishing in boxes in your home.

“Without fail, when I give a talk about getting organised, I’m always asked how to deal with photos,” says Peter.

Boxes of unsorted photos can feel overwhelming to organise so they often get left for many years to clutter up our houses. In addition to this, most of us have smartphones that make it easy to take photos anywhere, so pretty soon our digital photo life becomes cluttered too.

Click read more for the full article.

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