Brookfield, Tauranga

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9 days ago

Neighbourly Q&A: Consumer rights with CAB's Andrew Hubbard

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

What can you do if you buy something that breaks soon after you buy it? It's time for another helpful Q&A.

Today we have Andrew Hubbard from Citizens Advice Bureau New Zealand (CABNZ) who will be answering your questions about your consumer rights.

A little bit about Andrew:
Dr … View more
What can you do if you buy something that breaks soon after you buy it? It's time for another helpful Q&A.

Today we have Andrew Hubbard from Citizens Advice Bureau New Zealand (CABNZ) who will be answering your questions about your consumer rights.

A little bit about Andrew:
Dr Andrew Hubbard is deputy chief executive of Citizens Advice Bureau New Zealand (CAB) and loves working for the CAB so much that he’s been there for more than fifteen years.

Andrew believes in the difference people can make working together in the community and loves being able to support the work of the more than 2000 CAB volunteers across the motu. Andrew’s background is in policy and he’s been actively involved in consumer issues for the fifteen years he’s been at the CAB.

Andrew and the CAB team are ready to answer your questions about your consumer rights. This might be questions about when you can get a refunds, your rights when buying via Facebook or overseas, product delivery issues and what to do if a retailer won't sort a problem out for you.

Andrew is here live on Wednesday from 9.30am for your questions.

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7 days ago

What's your go-to crowd-pleasing school lunch?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We've all heard about the school lunch saga happening around the country, with some questioning the quality of the meals. Since kids can be picky eaters, it raises the question - what makes a great school lunch?

Let's not debate why times are tough and these kids need school lunches, … View more
We've all heard about the school lunch saga happening around the country, with some questioning the quality of the meals. Since kids can be picky eaters, it raises the question - what makes a great school lunch?

Let's not debate why times are tough and these kids need school lunches, let's brainstorm!

Share your favourite lunches from your school days or the go-to meals your kids love! Perhaps we can come up with a menu of crowd-pleasing school lunches...

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7 days ago

Last Walk-in Caturday this Saturday, 15 March!

The Team from SPCA Tauranga - Centre & Op Shops

This Saturday, we are holding our last walk-in Caturday at all SPCA Centres nationwide. No appointment needed for cat and kitten adoptions – just pop into the Centre during opening hours and meet your new furry companion.

*To speed things up for you on adoption day, apply online via any of the… View more
This Saturday, we are holding our last walk-in Caturday at all SPCA Centres nationwide. No appointment needed for cat and kitten adoptions – just pop into the Centre during opening hours and meet your new furry companion.

*To speed things up for you on adoption day, apply online via any of the cat profiles for your local centre on www.spca.nz... so we have all your details ready to go. Dog, small animal and farm animal adoptions are still by appointment as not all are in the centre.

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13 days ago

Is your computer or Wi-Fi giving you grief?

Kevin from Athena Solutions & Services Ltd

Are you having computer, Wi-Fi or general IT related issues? are you fed up with things not working when they should? are you looking for affordable, friendly and local IT and technology support?
If so please get in touch.

No job too small, just give me a call - Kevin 022 3521 402

I come to … View more
Are you having computer, Wi-Fi or general IT related issues? are you fed up with things not working when they should? are you looking for affordable, friendly and local IT and technology support?
If so please get in touch.

No job too small, just give me a call - Kevin 022 3521 402

I come to you and specialize in providing one to one support and I pride myself on being easy to talk to, flexible and affordable,.

I am recommended and approved by Age Concern Tauranga and Grey Power Tauranga & WBOP.

I can advise, train and support problems with computers, laptops, smartphones and SmartTV's. Internet, email and social media problems as well as lots more including 3D Design and 3D printing
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Look out for me driving around your area and give me a wave!

0223 521 402
www.athenasolutions.co.nz...

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8 days ago

From Antarctica to the Outback

Bob Owens Retirement Village

For Rodnie and Bryan, retirement at Ryman’s Edmund Hillary Village is all about seizing every opportunity to explore. From trekking through Nepal and enduring the cold in Antarctica to immersing themselves in Aboriginal culture in the Australian Outback, their epic retirement proves that age is … View moreFor Rodnie and Bryan, retirement at Ryman’s Edmund Hillary Village is all about seizing every opportunity to explore. From trekking through Nepal and enduring the cold in Antarctica to immersing themselves in Aboriginal culture in the Australian Outback, their epic retirement proves that age is no barrier to discovery. Just as Sir Edmund Hillary pushed the limits of exploration, residents of his namesake village continue to chart their own extraordinary journeys.

“We’ll keep travelling for as long as we can,” says Rodnie.

Click read more for the full story.

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8 days ago

Motorcycle Gloves

Pat from Pyes Pa

Large size. Good condition. Pyes Pa , Tauranga. Ph 027 5880122

Price: $29

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8 days ago

Baby Seat + Booster

Pat from Pyes Pa

Top quality Edinburgh. Excellent order. Mob 027 5880122
Pyes Pa, Tauranga.

Price: $59

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9 days ago

This week's prize draw

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Congratulations to this week's winners who have won a $100 Briscoes voucher each.

Shilpy Rattu from Takapuna

Alana August from Morrinsville

Michael Cooney from Whangarei

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Congratulations to this week's winners who have won a $100 Briscoes voucher each.

Shilpy Rattu from Takapuna

Alana August from Morrinsville

Michael Cooney from Whangarei

Matthew Alan from Rangiora

Winners, get in touch here before 18th March.

Not a winner? Check back next week.

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9 days ago

Fishing Kayak

Keith from Matua

With all the goodies. Due to ill health it’s all yours
Fishfinder
Sail
Seat
Trolly
Rods
Everything

Price: $1,500

10 days ago

Discover your property's potential!

Cato Bolam

Our experts deliver fast, cost-effective Feasibility Assessments so you can move ahead with confidence. Plus, if you choose Cato Bolam for your project, we’ll credit the cost back to you. Call us today: 0800 2 CATOBOLAM

Thinking of buying or developing land? What’s the first question you … View more
Our experts deliver fast, cost-effective Feasibility Assessments so you can move ahead with confidence. Plus, if you choose Cato Bolam for your project, we’ll credit the cost back to you. Call us today: 0800 2 CATOBOLAM

Thinking of buying or developing land? What’s the first question you should ask? 🔍

✅ What can I build on this site? (Zoning & planning rules)
✅ Are there any hidden costs or risks? (Geotech, flood zones, services)
✅ How much will development cost? (Feasibility & budgeting)
✅ What’s my timeline? (Consent process & approvals)
Find out more

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10 days ago

VAN Backpack - New unwanted

Diane from Otumoetai

Black, well designed with pockets.
Please text 0220734799

Price: $60

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13 days ago

Tupperware Herb Spice Containers

Steve from Pyes Pa

Hi, I am looking to buy second hand Tupperware containers.

Please be in touch if you can help.

Marion (Steves Wife) 😀

16 days ago

Poll: Are speed bumps effective or just annoying?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Speed bumps are a hot topic in many neighborhoods - they aim to slow down speeding drivers, but they also impact everyone on the road. In your opinion, do you think they do the trick or are they just an inconvenience?

Share your thoughts below.

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Are speed bumps effective or just annoying?
  • 38.9% They do the job
    38.9% Complete
  • 59.2% I'm not a fan, they're just annoying!
    59.2% Complete
  • 1.9% Other - I'll share below
    1.9% Complete
2624 votes
13 days ago

*Free event* Sunday 9th March: girls-only football fun!

Nika Rikiriki from Blue Rovers Football Club

The Tauranga Blue Rovers Football Club and Waikato Bay of Plenty Football Association are running a free give-it-a-go football session for girls aged 5 to 13. Girls football has been on the rise since we co-hosted the FIFA women's world cup in 2023. This is an exciting opportunity for girls to… View moreThe Tauranga Blue Rovers Football Club and Waikato Bay of Plenty Football Association are running a free give-it-a-go football session for girls aged 5 to 13. Girls football has been on the rise since we co-hosted the FIFA women's world cup in 2023. This is an exciting opportunity for girls to experience football, and make new friends in a fun and safe environment.

Who: Girls aged 5 to 13
When: 1.30pm to 3pm this Sunday 9th March
Where: Morland Fox Park, Greerton

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13 days ago

You've got a teeeeext 📲 But it's not from us! ❌

The Team from New Zealand Police

If you get a text asking you to pay a speeding fine, please do not click on the link.

We’re aware of a text scam that includes a link to pay a speeding fine, claiming to be from Police.

Police do not issue speeding fines via text, this text is not from us, please don’t click the link.

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