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267 days ago

Turn your balcony or patio into a lush garden

Hilda Ross 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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269 days ago

Poll: Do you want a sculpture trail in town?

Libby Totton Reporter from Taupō Times

A $100,000 sculpture trail in Taupō is set to get the go ahead but councillors should expect flak from some corners of the community given the “constrained financial environment”.

Councillors will discuss a recommendation to approve the installation of two sculptures at … View more
A $100,000 sculpture trail in Taupō is set to get the go ahead but councillors should expect flak from some corners of the community given the “constrained financial environment”.

Councillors will discuss a recommendation to approve the installation of two sculptures at Riverside Park in Taupō, as part of a new sculpture trail on Tuesday.

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Do you want a sculpture trail in town?
  • 26.7% Yes
    26.7% Complete
  • 60% No
    60% Complete
  • 13.3% I'd have to read up on it.
    13.3% Complete
  • 0% Maybe
    0% Complete
15 votes
270 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.
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270 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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273 days ago

What do you want for the Tūroa ski field?

Libby Totton Reporter from Taupō Times

Support for a private company to take over operations at Tūroa ski field seems substantial, but detractors say much of that support lacks substance and local iwi have not been properly consulted.

In December, the Waikato Times reported that … View more
Support for a private company to take over operations at Tūroa ski field seems substantial, but detractors say much of that support lacks substance and local iwi have not been properly consulted.

In December, the Waikato Times reported that Pure Tūroa Ltd (PTL) had applied to take over the concession to run Tūroa ski field and was planning to invest more than $30 million into the site, reduce the size of the operation, and limit visitor numbers.

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273 days ago
273 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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274 days ago

Are you going to watch the supercars?

Libby Totton Reporter from Taupō Times

A new corporate lounge and another grandstand will be built at Taupō International Motorsport Park as “exceptional” demand for tickets sees the event almost sold out.

Taupō will host the ITM Taupō Super400 for the first time in April, and Supercars chief executive Shane Howard said they … View more
A new corporate lounge and another grandstand will be built at Taupō International Motorsport Park as “exceptional” demand for tickets sees the event almost sold out.

Taupō will host the ITM Taupō Super400 for the first time in April, and Supercars chief executive Shane Howard said they want to see as many fans as they can at the event.

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275 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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275 days ago

Declutter and organise photos with Peter Walsh

Hilda Ross 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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276 days ago

Win this brand-new home!

Heart Foundation Lotteries

For only $15 a ticket, you could be in to win this brand-new, fully furnished Jennian home in Pegasus, Christchurch worth almost $1 million.

Featuring three bedrooms, two bathrooms and an open-plan kitchen, living and dining area, this home is waiting for its new owner.

Make this property … View more
For only $15 a ticket, you could be in to win this brand-new, fully furnished Jennian home in Pegasus, Christchurch worth almost $1 million.

Featuring three bedrooms, two bathrooms and an open-plan kitchen, living and dining area, this home is waiting for its new owner.

Make this property your permanent residence, a holiday home, rent it or even sell it!

Don’t miss out! Get your tickets today at heartlottery.org.nz.
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276 days ago

Don't forget to nominate your favourite local...

Prospa

There have been hundreds of wonderful entries in this year's Prospa Local Business Hero from across the country! If you haven't nominated a special local business yet, do it today.

- Got a great mechanic? Nominate them today.
- A barista who makes you smile? Nominate them today.
- … View more
There have been hundreds of wonderful entries in this year's Prospa Local Business Hero from across the country! If you haven't nominated a special local business yet, do it today.

- Got a great mechanic? Nominate them today.
- A barista who makes you smile? Nominate them today.
- A reassuring pharmacy team? Nominate them today.

Make a small business' day today by nominating them as your Prospa Local Business Hero - and you could make their whole year (our national winner picks up an incredible $10,000 prize package!)
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276 days ago

Did you know Tūrangi is getting its first social homes in decades?

Libby Totton Reporter from Taupō Times

The first state-funded public homes to be built in Tūrangi in more than 40 years will soon welcome their new tenants, and there’s more to come.
A blessing and celebration marked the completion of 10 new homes - five on Parekarangi Gr and five on Te Wharekaihua Gr - was attended by about 100 … View more
The first state-funded public homes to be built in Tūrangi in more than 40 years will soon welcome their new tenants, and there’s more to come.
A blessing and celebration marked the completion of 10 new homes - five on Parekarangi Gr and five on Te Wharekaihua Gr - was attended by about 100 people.
Local Ngāti Tūrangitukua representatives blessed the properties and people had the opportunity to walk through them.

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277 days ago

Join Our Information Day

Matamata Country Club

Experience an unsurpassed level of luxury in the Waikato at our Information Day, Friday 25 February at 10am.

Discover what makes Sanderson Group retirement villages the most sought after in New Zealand by exploring our nearly completed Tamahere Country Club at 46 Tamahere Drive, Hamilton.

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Experience an unsurpassed level of luxury in the Waikato at our Information Day, Friday 25 February at 10am.

Discover what makes Sanderson Group retirement villages the most sought after in New Zealand by exploring our nearly completed Tamahere Country Club at 46 Tamahere Drive, Hamilton.

Enjoy morning tea while you explore our five-star facilites and luxurious showhome, meet our team and learn about the vision for Matamata Country Club.

Your new chapter awaits - visit our website for further information, or RSVP to our Sales Manager, Sandy on sales@matamatacountryclub.co.nz or call 027 301 3126.
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277 days ago

Have you got a family-favourite recipe for carrots?

Jo McCarroll Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

We're looking for delicious carrot recipes to feature in NZ Gardener's April issue. Send your family's favourite ways to eat this easy-to-grow vege crop to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz by February 25, 2024. Every published recipe wins a copy of the April issue of NZ Gardener.

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