Whakarewarewa, Rotorua

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2416 days ago

Do you know sending mail is about to get more expensive?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Have you heard neighbours?
NZ Post has put up its prices for Kiwis posting letters and parcels. The price hike is due to a "significant loss of revenue". It will be in place from July 1 2018. Let's hear your thoughts? To read more click here.

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2417 days ago

One of the Services we offer is respite care.

Facility Manager / Owner from Lara Lodge Care Home

Respite Care provides caregivers with a temporary rest, while the person in their care continues to be looked after in a Family environment.There is an application process to be followed, which we are able to assist you with.

Lara Lodge's owner, Walter would love to hear from you and is … View more
Respite Care provides caregivers with a temporary rest, while the person in their care continues to be looked after in a Family environment.There is an application process to be followed, which we are able to assist you with.

Lara Lodge's owner, Walter would love to hear from you and is more than happy to discuss any questions you may have over a tea or coffee. Phone Walter on 027 5443432, contact Lara Lodge Care Home office on 07 3477604 or email walter@laralodge.org for more information.
Find out more!

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2417 days ago

Upcycling suggestions and advice

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

Thanks to everyone who took part in our live chat with upcycling experts 'Reclaim That' author Sarah Heeringa and Miss Lolo founder and stylist Tamzyn Adding.

They covered a wide range of topics and shared plenty of advice that may be of use if you're thinking of entering … View more
Thanks to everyone who took part in our live chat with upcycling experts 'Reclaim That' author Sarah Heeringa and Miss Lolo founder and stylist Tamzyn Adding.

They covered a wide range of topics and shared plenty of advice that may be of use if you're thinking of entering Neighbourly's upcycling awards. To check out what they had to say, click here.

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2417 days ago

The Relation Between Stress And Insomnia

Beds4U Rotorua

Many times you must have noticed that you came back home from a very stressful day at work, but yet you are hyperactive or wired. You will notice that even after a tiring day, sleeping quickly is not possible whereas it should be the opposite. Many people are also not able to have an uninterrupted … View moreMany times you must have noticed that you came back home from a very stressful day at work, but yet you are hyperactive or wired. You will notice that even after a tiring day, sleeping quickly is not possible whereas it should be the opposite. Many people are also not able to have an uninterrupted sleep because of the stress. High-stress levels end up giving us adrenal fatigue which cannot be fixed even with rest. Read the full blog here: goo.gl...

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2418 days ago

Good Friday waste collection changes

The team from Rotorua Lakes Council

HEADS UP - there will be no waste collections this Friday (30 March). If your usual rubbish and recycling day is a FRIDAY please keep your bins in for one day and put them out as normal the next day on SATURDAY (31 March). If you have any queries or concerns please contact Council on 07 3484199.

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2418 days ago

Re: Mamma Mia - here we go again!

Debbie Cunliffe from

If you enjoyed Mamma Mia then you are gonna love Mamma Mia - here we go again!
Why not support the Diabetes Help Tauranga Youth Fundraiser and join us on Thursday 19th July at 7.30pm, Rialto Cinema's Tauranga, for this special event. Tickets $20 each to include a goodie bag. Call our … View more
If you enjoyed Mamma Mia then you are gonna love Mamma Mia - here we go again!
Why not support the Diabetes Help Tauranga Youth Fundraiser and join us on Thursday 19th July at 7.30pm, Rialto Cinema's Tauranga, for this special event. Tickets $20 each to include a goodie bag. Call our INFOline 07 5713422 or email info@diabeteshelp.org.nz and find out how you can support our Family Camp 2019 via this fundraising effort

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2418 days ago

Easter Service - Murupara

Graham from Owhata

Reaching out to the people of Murupara. If you have any whanau in Murupara, and if you know someone who needs healing, let them know about this.

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2418 days ago

Open Day

Facility Manager / Owner from Lara Lodge Care Home

Just in case you have not been able to attend as yet,we are open this Saturday from 10am-2pm
There will be a Easter egg hunt for young & older!

2419 days ago

What’s Your Gut Feeling?

Gaviscon

Gut health and wellbeing has a noticeable impact on overall health. Factors such as diet, age, excessive stress and antibiotic treatment may cause an imbalance in ‘good’ and ‘bad’ bacteria. This imbalance can also be exacerbated by the symptoms of heartburn and indigestion. Identifying … View moreGut health and wellbeing has a noticeable impact on overall health. Factors such as diet, age, excessive stress and antibiotic treatment may cause an imbalance in ‘good’ and ‘bad’ bacteria. This imbalance can also be exacerbated by the symptoms of heartburn and indigestion. Identifying symptoms is key to understanding underlying gut imbalances, so that helpful treatment solutions can be taken. There are many simple lifestyle changes that can help improve overall gut heath. Additionally, overall wellbeing and good health can be optimised with Probiotics and specific Symptom Relievers. Pop into your local pharmacist to discuss your digestive wellbeing today. Find out more

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2419 days ago

Keep The Doctor Away With The Good Night Sleep

Beds4U Rotorua

It is officially that time of the year when we need to be cautious about the flu in the air. Many people who are extremely sensitive and catch flu very easily. Even when they make sure that they get their room or even the entire house disinfected. Read full blog here: goo.gl...

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2420 days ago

Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Maria from Lake Tarawera

We have very tasty Extra Virgin Olive Oil from our olive grove in Mangonui Northland for sale. 250 ml 8 $, 500 ml 16 $, 750 ml 24 $.

Negotiable

2421 days ago

It’s movie night at your place

Stuff Pix

Stuff Pix is a brand new way to watch the latest new release and blockbuster movies at your place. We’re talking huge hits like Thor: Ragnarok, Justice League, Atomic Blonde and heaps more.

Even better, as a special Neighbourly member, we’re giving you $2 OFF your first movie. So get … View more
Stuff Pix is a brand new way to watch the latest new release and blockbuster movies at your place. We’re talking huge hits like Thor: Ragnarok, Justice League, Atomic Blonde and heaps more.

Even better, as a special Neighbourly member, we’re giving you $2 OFF your first movie. So get together all your friends and family, and the popcorn, and enjoy.

Head to stuffpix.co.nz and use the code PIXOFFER2 at checkout to get $2 off, code expires 30th April 2018
Redeem $2 OFF

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2421 days ago

Poll: Have you heard of the Live Stronger for Longer movement?

The Team from ACC New Zealand

We’re raising awareness of falls prevention for over 65s. Older people can worry about having a fall, so much so that their activity reduces and they move less. Their strength decreases, affecting their balance and the risk of a fall increases. We want to know how many Neighbourly members who are… View moreWe’re raising awareness of falls prevention for over 65s. Older people can worry about having a fall, so much so that their activity reduces and they move less. Their strength decreases, affecting their balance and the risk of a fall increases. We want to know how many Neighbourly members who are over 65 have had a fall or fear falling?

We value our older people and want them to stay well and independent. We want them to Live Stronger for Longer. We’ll share more about why we’re asking next week.
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Have you heard of the Live Stronger for Longer movement?
  • 6.2% Yes, I'm over 65 and have heard of it
    6.2% Complete
  • 45.2% No, I'm over 65 and haven't heard of it
    45.2% Complete
  • 6.1% Yes, I'm under 65 and have heard of it
    6.1% Complete
  • 42.5% No, I'm under 65 and haven't heard of it
    42.5% Complete
1689 votes
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2423 days ago

Ride on mower

Debby from Rotorua Central

Hi there we are looking for a ride on mower to buy with catcher does anyone have one they don't use anymore or know someone selling one thanks

2422 days ago

We can help employers as well as employees

Sacha Green from Citizens Advice Bureau New Zealand

Remember, every employee must have a written employment agreement. If you’re an employer and you want to make sure you’re doing right by your workers, and are meeting your legal obligations, visit your local CAB, call us on 0800 367 222 (0800 FOR CAB), or check out our website, www.cab.org.nz.

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