Ruapehu District, Taumarunui

1774 days ago

Have you seen anything suspicious?

Steph Rangi Reporter from Taupō Times

After a number of arson attacks on properties at Lake Taupō, Police are on the lookout for sightings of vehicles.

If you have seen anything suspicious, out of the ordinary, or can help with a sighting of a vehicle, please get in touch with Taupō Police by phoning 105 and quoting file number … View more
After a number of arson attacks on properties at Lake Taupō, Police are on the lookout for sightings of vehicles.

If you have seen anything suspicious, out of the ordinary, or can help with a sighting of a vehicle, please get in touch with Taupō Police by phoning 105 and quoting file number 200114/9694.

Information can also be given anonymously at Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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1781 days ago

'Text and die' - what did you think of this sign?

Reporter Taupō Times

TEXT & DIE!! The warning on the large variable message sign board approaching Taupō from the south was unequivocal.

Concerns had been raised by one Stuff reader that the fatalistic sign might be a shock for passing holidaymakers, especially children or those with English as a second … View more
TEXT & DIE!! The warning on the large variable message sign board approaching Taupō from the south was unequivocal.

Concerns had been raised by one Stuff reader that the fatalistic sign might be a shock for passing holidaymakers, especially children or those with English as a second language.
The New Zealand Transport Agency was unapologetic.

Read more here.

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1775 days ago

Poll: Teens' behaviour using the internet

Kelly Dennett Reporter from Sunday Star Times

Hi Neighbours, we are looking into teenagers' internet habits and keen to hear your experiences of your children's use of the interweb. We'd like to know, has your teenager skipped meals in order to spend time on the internet?

Teens' behaviour using the internet
  • 41.5% Yes
    41.5% Complete
  • 54.6% No
    54.6% Complete
  • 3.9% I'm not sure
    3.9% Complete
972 votes
1775 days ago

The best in aged residential care.

Ranfurly Residential Care Centre

Leaving home can be a challenging time, so to ensure the smoothest transition, Ranfurly Residential Care Centre boasts an authentic ‘home from home’ experience to help new residents settle.

Ranfurly Residential Care Centre offers support for almost all levels of care with a team of people … View more
Leaving home can be a challenging time, so to ensure the smoothest transition, Ranfurly Residential Care Centre boasts an authentic ‘home from home’ experience to help new residents settle.

Ranfurly Residential Care Centre offers support for almost all levels of care with a team of people who are passionate about what they do each day and by aiming for excellence in every area, our home makes the experience of living in a care home a fantastic place to receive exceptional care.

In addition to our 74 bed continuing care service, we currently have available single bedroom and double bedroom apartments where continuing care can be provided.

For more information on care options call the home or drop in and one of our friendly team will be happy to assist.

6 Monmouth Street, Feilding • 06 3235050
Or visit our website
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1776 days ago

Want to make your community safer, more resilient and better connected in 2020? Become a Neighbourhood Supporter today! 🏠🧡

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

When you join a Neighbourhood Support group you will:

• Have a great way to get to know the people that live around you.

• Receive emails and alerts that will keep you up-to-date with news from our community partners, including New Zealand Police, Fire and Emergency NZ and NZ Civil Defence.

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When you join a Neighbourhood Support group you will:

• Have a great way to get to know the people that live around you.

• Receive emails and alerts that will keep you up-to-date with news from our community partners, including New Zealand Police, Fire and Emergency NZ and NZ Civil Defence.

• Gain tips and resources to improve your household and neighbourhood safety.

• Learn how you can be better prepared for emergencies, and more.

Best of all - it’s FREE to join!

Click below to learn more and find your nearest group today...

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1776 days ago

Have you won in the final giveaway?

Neighbourly.co.nz

Our SIX60 Summer Sounds competition is coming to an end next week. We’ll be selecting a winning neighbourhood to have a private gig from one of the supporting acts of the SIX60 tour. But today is the final draw for the exclusive SIX60 tickets we are giving away to our members! Check to see if … View moreOur SIX60 Summer Sounds competition is coming to an end next week. We’ll be selecting a winning neighbourhood to have a private gig from one of the supporting acts of the SIX60 tour. But today is the final draw for the exclusive SIX60 tickets we are giving away to our members! Check to see if you’ve been drawn as a winner.

Thank you to all of the entrants so far for being more neighbourly! It’s been great to see communities thriving. To be eligible for the private convert, make sure you are a verified Neighbourly member (need a hand verifying your address? Click here). We’ll also need to see you being more Neighbourly, whether it’s posting to your neighbourhood, replying to questions or inviting your neighbour to join the site (we’ve put together a few ideas here).
Have you won?

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1777 days ago

Better Later Life Strategy

Office for Seniors

Our strategy, Better Later Life – He Oranga Kaumātua 2019 to 2034, outlines five key areas for action to make New Zealand a great place to age.

To read the strategy and find out how we can make New Zealand a great place to age, click here ➡️ bit.ly...

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1777 days ago

Are you building your own home or have you just finished? We're keen to hear from you

Kelly Dennett Reporter from Sunday Star Times

The Sunday Star-Times is investigating the rising number of consents made for home builds.

Perhaps you're a first-time home owner who has opted to build, rather than buy pre-existing, or maybe you're seasoned home owners who have taken the first step to create your own dream home.

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The Sunday Star-Times is investigating the rising number of consents made for home builds.

Perhaps you're a first-time home owner who has opted to build, rather than buy pre-existing, or maybe you're seasoned home owners who have taken the first step to create your own dream home.

We'd love to hear from you about the challenges involved in building, and why you've opted to take that route. Any interviewees would need to be willing to be identified and photographed in a news story.

Please email kelly.dennett@stuff.co.nz.

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