Tumunui, Rotorua

Have you made your house all Christmassy yet?

Have you made your house all Christmassy yet?

Why not share a snap to be in to win spot prizes! (and the title of NZ's Merriest Home)

2831 days ago

Do you know where to get cheap fuel?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Do you know the cheapest place to get petrol in or around your neighbourhood? Share your tips below and help your neighbours out! Plus make sure you check to see if you're a $100 petrol voucher instant winner!

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2834 days ago

Know your neighbours

The Team from Ministry of Civil Defence & Emergency Management

Neighbours' Day Aotearoa is happening on 25 & 26 March. It's a great chance to involve your neighbours in your emergency plan - work out who can help you and who might need your help. www.happens.nz...
www.neighboursday.org.nz...

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2837 days ago

Can you help Pedal for Plunket?

The Warehouse

We're jumping on our bikes to cycle the length of the country! Help us raise more than $300,000 for Plunket New Zealand. Follow the journey and donate at www.pedalforplunket.org.nz #Pedal4Plunket Watch the video

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2843 days ago

Poll: Should kids be allowed to cycle on footpaths?

Reporter Rotorua News

Hi neighbours,
Parliament is currently considering a petition from Lower Hutt woman Jo Clendon to allow children and accompanying adults, to cycle on footpaths as a safer option than riding on the road.
Now a report from NZTA has supported a move towards young children using the footpath as a … View more
Hi neighbours,
Parliament is currently considering a petition from Lower Hutt woman Jo Clendon to allow children and accompanying adults, to cycle on footpaths as a safer option than riding on the road.
Now a report from NZTA has supported a move towards young children using the footpath as a cycleway.
READ MORE: www.stuff.co.nz...
What do you think? Should kids be allowed to cycle on footpaths?

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Should kids be allowed to cycle on footpaths?
  • 76.9% Yes
    76.9% Complete
  • 23.1% No
    23.1% Complete
108 votes
2839 days ago

Do you want to see a change to Daylight Savings? Vote now!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

It's hard to believe there's just five weeks (2 April) until daylight savings ends and our clocks go back. So we want to know. Would you like more daylight in the evenings? Are you happy returning from work in the dark? Do you like the idea of clocks going back early May - rather than … View moreIt's hard to believe there's just five weeks (2 April) until daylight savings ends and our clocks go back. So we want to know. Would you like more daylight in the evenings? Are you happy returning from work in the dark? Do you like the idea of clocks going back early May - rather than early April? Share your thoughts on whether you love or loathe this idea and make sure you vote in our Daylight Savings poll too.

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2841 days ago

Want something yummy for your lunch box?

SuperValue New Zealand

Try out these delicious high-energy Granola Bars! They're perfect as a snack, popping into lunch boxes or as a quick brekkie on the go. What's even better about this recipe is there is a dairy and gluten-free alternative! Check out the recipe now. See the recipe

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2841 days ago

Last chance to swap your food cans!

Resene

Bring in any food cans to your local Resene owned ColorShop this weekend and we'll swap your food can for a Resene testpot!*

Add a splash of colour not only to your life but to that of a disadvantaged Kiwi; all food cans will be donated to The Salvation Army local foodbanks and other … View more
Bring in any food cans to your local Resene owned ColorShop this weekend and we'll swap your food can for a Resene testpot!*

Add a splash of colour not only to your life but to that of a disadvantaged Kiwi; all food cans will be donated to The Salvation Army local foodbanks and other community foodbanks, while you save up to $5.50 on each testpot purchase.

Don't miss out - there is nothing to lose with Hunger for Colour! but you've only got until tomorrow!

*60-80ml testpot
Learn more

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2841 days ago

Poll: Do you want more daylight hours?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

It's hard to believe there's just five weeks (2 April) until daylight savings ends and our clocks go back. So we want to know. Would you like more daylight in the evenings? Are you happy returning from work in the dark? Do you like the idea of clocks going back early May - rather than … View moreIt's hard to believe there's just five weeks (2 April) until daylight savings ends and our clocks go back. So we want to know. Would you like more daylight in the evenings? Are you happy returning from work in the dark? Do you like the idea of clocks going back early May - rather than early April? Vote below - and then click here to discuss the idea with your neighbours!

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Do you want more daylight hours?
  • 62.9% Yes - I want more daylight! Summer is too short.
    62.9% Complete
  • 19.4% I'm not too bothered / I'm happy with the way things are
    19.4% Complete
  • 17.8% Absolutely not. It's too dark in the mornings already
    17.8% Complete
6257 votes
2842 days ago

Freezell 4 your Community nominations open now!

Haier & Cooking 4 Change

We are excited to be collaborating with iconic artist Dick Frizzell and Cooking 4 Change to find New Zealand’s most deserving charities and community groups! Nominate your most deserving local community group or charity to be in with a chance to win 1 of 3 ‘Freezzell’ fridges, artworked and… View moreWe are excited to be collaborating with iconic artist Dick Frizzell and Cooking 4 Change to find New Zealand’s most deserving charities and community groups! Nominate your most deserving local community group or charity to be in with a chance to win 1 of 3 ‘Freezzell’ fridges, artworked and personalised by Dick Frizzell. Nominate now

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2842 days ago

NZTA Traffic Bulletin - Expect delays and detours on State Highway 5 in Rotorua this weekend

The team from Rotorua Lakes Council

People who use State Highway 5 Old Taupo Road can expect delays while resurfacing work is carried out on the road this Saturday.

The resurfacing will take place at three sites between Hillcrest Rd and Springfield Rd.

The NZ Transport Agency says detours will be in place but people should avoid … View more
People who use State Highway 5 Old Taupo Road can expect delays while resurfacing work is carried out on the road this Saturday.

The resurfacing will take place at three sites between Hillcrest Rd and Springfield Rd.

The NZ Transport Agency says detours will be in place but people should avoid the area or expect delays.

If the weather isn’t ideal on Saturday the work could be carried out Sunday.

Once the work is complete traffic management will remain in place to allow the sealing chip to bed in.

Motorists can get real time information from:
•0800 4 HIGHWAYS (0800 44 44 49)
•www.nzta.govt.nz/traffic

For Waikato/Bay of Plenty updates visit:
•www.facebook.com/NZTAWaikatoBoP
•www.twitter.com/NZTAWaiBoP

To see current travel times for the Bay of Plenty visit: www.drivelive.nz...

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2842 days ago

Rotorua Boys School Shirt

Faith Timu from HIPPY Rotorua

Kia ora neghbours.  Does anyone have a second hand shirt available.  Looking of a size XS.

2843 days ago

Seventeen-year-old Kiriana Morrison farewelled in Auckland

Nicola Brennan-Tupara Reporter from Rotorua News

Friends and family of Kiriana Morrison have described the 17-year-old's zest and character following her death in a car crash in Auckland.  Kiriana, the granddaughter of the late Sir Howard Morrison, was a rear seat passenger in one of two cars that collided about 2.15am on Sunday on the… View moreFriends and family of Kiriana Morrison have described the 17-year-old's zest and character following her death in a car crash in Auckland.  Kiriana, the granddaughter of the late Sir Howard Morrison, was a rear seat passenger in one of two cars that collided about 2.15am on Sunday on the ...

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2845 days ago

Avoid ‘Oh No’ Moments this year!

The Team from Jennian Homes

So, you received a great fixed price for building your new home…Yay!

But...then you take a closer look and realise that not everything has been included. OH NO!

Avoid ‘OH NO’ moments...get along to a New Home Builders Info Session with Jennian. From establishing a true building … View more
So, you received a great fixed price for building your new home…Yay!

But...then you take a closer look and realise that not everything has been included. OH NO!

Avoid ‘OH NO’ moments...get along to a New Home Builders Info Session with Jennian. From establishing a true building budget...to constructive advice on building sustainably...it’s all covered in the New Home Builders Info Sessions being held by your local Jennian Homes team. Find out more.
Register now

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2847 days ago

Want a FREE skill you can take anywhere?

NZMA

Check out NZMA’s Free Hospitality course! Our free, Hospitality Youth Guarantee programme is now being offered at NZST Rotorua - 1178 Pukaki St. This course will teach you the ropes of hospitality and you’ll learn in a s purpose built, fully equipped café with hands on, award winning tutors. … View moreCheck out NZMA’s Free Hospitality course! Our free, Hospitality Youth Guarantee programme is now being offered at NZST Rotorua - 1178 Pukaki St. This course will teach you the ropes of hospitality and you’ll learn in a s purpose built, fully equipped café with hands on, award winning tutors. So start earning in no time or Continue on to higher study in hospitality or cookery!

Course starting on the 27th Feb. Call us and enrol today!
Learn more

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2846 days ago

Have your say on school uniforms...

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Neighbourly has always been a popular place for neighbours to buy, sell and give away preloved school uniforms. In fact, it's prompted us to question whether a school uniform swap/sell section would be of interest to our members. If you have school uniform wearers in your family, we want to … View moreNeighbourly has always been a popular place for neighbours to buy, sell and give away preloved school uniforms. In fact, it's prompted us to question whether a school uniform swap/sell section would be of interest to our members. If you have school uniform wearers in your family, we want to know: do you think they're a good idea? How do you feel about the price of school uniforms? Would a swap or sell section for school uniforms on Neighbourly be useful to you? Share your thoughts below!

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