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2177 days ago

Ho ho no: More AirNZ Christmas strikes on the table

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

More strike notices have been issued for the days before Christmas. The unions representing Air New Zealand Engineering and Logistics have extended their strike action for December 21, 22, and 23.

Negotiations between officials and union delegates are ongoing. To read more about … View more
Hi neighbours,

More strike notices have been issued for the days before Christmas. The unions representing Air New Zealand Engineering and Logistics have extended their strike action for December 21, 22, and 23.

Negotiations between officials and union delegates are ongoing. To read more about this, click here. Have you got travel insurance for your flights? If a strike happens, you might not be covered. Read more about the Insurance Council of NZ's travel cover warning here.

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2178 days ago

Floating shelf

Bonnie from Nukuhau

Still in wrapper. White Matt floating shelf
900mmw x 240mmd. X 38mmH. Finished shelving now not needed. Brand new.

Price: $45

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2178 days ago

Bathroom unit. Stainless steel with 2 Drawers 2 shelves

Bonnie from Nukuhau

Having last of clearing garage. Exc condition on wheels

Price: $40

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2178 days ago

Taco Bell is coming to New Zealand

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

Forget Santa, Taco Bell is coming to town!

The Mexican fast food chain, which makes made-to-order tacos and burritos, is planning on opening more than 60 new Taco Bell restaurants across New Zealand and Australia. To read more, click here.

The restaurants will be built between … View more
Hi neighbours,

Forget Santa, Taco Bell is coming to town!

The Mexican fast food chain, which makes made-to-order tacos and burritos, is planning on opening more than 60 new Taco Bell restaurants across New Zealand and Australia. To read more, click here.

The restaurants will be built between January 1 and June 2024.

Are you a fan of Taco Bell? Would you like a restaurant to open up in your town? Or are there too many fast food chains as is? Share your thoughts in the replies below!
(Please add "NFP/not for print" if you do not want your images/ comments used on Stuff)

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2178 days ago

Severe thunderstorm watch: Heavy rain for central North Island

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

A severe thunderstorm watch is in place for the following areas: Taumarunui, Taupo, Hawkes Bay, Taihape, Wanganui, Manawatu, and Tararua.

There is the potential that some of these thunderstorms become SEVERE bringing localised downpours with intensities of 25 to 40mm per hour. Rainfall of this … View more
A severe thunderstorm watch is in place for the following areas: Taumarunui, Taupo, Hawkes Bay, Taihape, Wanganui, Manawatu, and Tararua.

There is the potential that some of these thunderstorms become SEVERE bringing localised downpours with intensities of 25 to 40mm per hour. Rainfall of this intensity can cause surface and/or flash flooding, especially about low-lying areas such as streams, rivers or narrow valleys, and may also lead to slips. Driving conditions will also be hazardous with surface flooding and poor visibility in heavy rain.

Stay safe neighbours and keep updated here.

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2179 days ago

The counties power Christmas lights - Trains at night

The Glenbrook Vintage Railway

Glenbrook Vintage Railway will be lighting up Franklin with festive cheer this year with a new Christmas experience.

The Counties Power Christmas Lights – Trains at Night event will see the charitable organisation's trains, station and buildings dressed in Christmas lights, a special … View more
Glenbrook Vintage Railway will be lighting up Franklin with festive cheer this year with a new Christmas experience.

The Counties Power Christmas Lights – Trains at Night event will see the charitable organisation's trains, station and buildings dressed in Christmas lights, a special Christmas Express train service, visits from Santa, a Christmas market and much more.

The Counties Power Christmas Lights - Trains at Night will run from 14-16 and 20-23 December in the lead up to Christmas from 7pm till 11pm.

The first train is at 7.30, and will run half hourly to the workshops and return.

There will be a Santa's grotto, night markets, train rides, entertainment and lots more.

Book your tickets now:
General Admission $10.00 (Ages 2 and older)
Family Admission $40.00 (Up to 2 adults and 4 children aged 14 to 2 years)
Under 2s free

Your ticket entitles you to 1 Train Ride and site entry. Additional train ride tickets can be purchased on the day.
Book your tickets here!

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2180 days ago

Christmas made easy with Farmlands

Farmlands

Win up to $1000* of your shop back with Farmlands!

Spend $150 or more on your Farmlands Card between 1 November 2018 and 15 December 2018 at participating Card Partners to go in the draw to win. Plus, check out the Farmlands Gift Guide to find gift ideas for all the family.

Find out where to… View more
Win up to $1000* of your shop back with Farmlands!

Spend $150 or more on your Farmlands Card between 1 November 2018 and 15 December 2018 at participating Card Partners to go in the draw to win. Plus, check out the Farmlands Gift Guide to find gift ideas for all the family.

Find out where to shop this Christmas: www.farmlands.co.nz/christmas

*Terms and Conditions apply.
Find out more!

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2189 days ago

Speed on some Taupō roads reduced by 20km after new bylaw.

Steph Rangi Reporter from Taupō Times

Some streets in the Taupō district that were deemed 'high risk' will see slower speed reductions enforced from Saturday, December 1.

What other areas/streets do you think need a speed reduction?

*Type NFP if you don't want your comments considered for publication.

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2181 days ago

Summer safety checklist: Fall-proofing your home

The Team from ACC New Zealand

With warmer weather heading our way, gardening is a great way to stay fit and get regular doses of Vitamin D to help strengthen our bones.

The Home Safety checklist will give you practical tips on how to avoid falls, sprains and strains while pulling those stubborn weeds. For example, when … View more
With warmer weather heading our way, gardening is a great way to stay fit and get regular doses of Vitamin D to help strengthen our bones.

The Home Safety checklist will give you practical tips on how to avoid falls, sprains and strains while pulling those stubborn weeds. For example, when you’re gardening avoid heavy lifting and use long-handled tools so you’re not bending over for long periods. Steady yourself when bending and standing, no pesky weed is worth falling for!

A new movement called Live Stronger for Longer is helping to reduce the risk of falls by providing practical information and free resources. We want to help you stay on your feet, and living the life you want to live.

Take the home safety checklist with your friends and family and join the movement today.

Proudly brought to you by ACC, HQ&SC, MOH and your local community health providers.

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2181 days ago

Give a gift for good this festive season

Jason Cowlam from New Zealand Red Cross

It’s not just the festive season. It’s also cyclone season. Cyclones are happening more often, they‘re getting more severe, destructive and deadly – and they’re even reaching us here in New Zealand. What would you do if you lost everything?

During this time of giving, … View more
It’s not just the festive season. It’s also cyclone season. Cyclones are happening more often, they‘re getting more severe, destructive and deadly – and they’re even reaching us here in New Zealand. What would you do if you lost everything?

During this time of giving, give a gift for good to help those who need it most. You can easily help them with warmth, water, meals, shelter, community outreach and welfare centre support.
Click here to help

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2182 days ago

Givealittle’s Celebration with the Nation

Givealittle

We’re so grateful to all the generous sorts who’ve chipped in to get us here. So, let’s lose the gifts… and turn our big day into a celebration with the nation.

For every $10 donated from you, Spark Foundation will give $10 too – up to a grand total of $10,000 across all 10 charities.
Give here

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