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1168 days ago

Rainy Day Holiday Activities

Owner from Curtain Clean BOP Ltd

Rainy days are the one thing parents do not need during the holidays, but they happen. We have great ideas for free or low cost rainy day activities when the kids must play indoors.

In a perfect world, every school holiday would be filled with blue skies and sunny days, but unfortunately … View more
Rainy days are the one thing parents do not need during the holidays, but they happen. We have great ideas for free or low cost rainy day activities when the kids must play indoors.

In a perfect world, every school holiday would be filled with blue skies and sunny days, but unfortunately that’s not always the case – especially during Winter! It’s a good idea to have some inside activities up your sleeve for those ‘stuck indoors’ times. We’ve put together our favourite rainy day ideas for you to have on hand, just in case.


Let’s Get Physical: Just because you’re stuck inside, doesn’t mean the kids have to blob out and do nothing. In fact if one rainy day rolls into the next, they’ll be itching to move about and use up some energy. Try some of these ideas to get active while you’re stuck indoors:


•Make your own Ten Pin bowling alley by using plastic soft drink bottles and a rubber ball. Put a cup of sand or gravel in the bottom of each bottle to give them a bit of weight, and then arrange the ‘pins’ into a triangle shape at the end of the hallway. Children stand at the other end of the hall and take turns to bowl.Use your Ten Pin alley to fill in half an hour here and there, or arrange a whole tournament to take place amongst your children and their friends.


• Create an obstacle course that traipses through the whole house. I know it sounds like a nightmare to clean up, but it will keep the kids occupied for ages. Not only do they get to create the course, they then get to do it over and over. They can time each other to see who can do it the fastest, or experiment running the course backwards, blindfolded, or with their hands behind their backs. You’ll need to make sure the course is safe, so check it out before they launch into their races.

• Dancing is a great way to burn off some energy, so turn on some music and start moving that body. If you have a house full of kids, you could play musical games like statues or musical chairs.


Create your own Board Games: Board games are a great way to while away a few hours, but if your children are tired of the games you have at home, why not get them to make their own. Give them a large sheet of poster card, some felt pens, old magazines, scissors and glue, and let them go to it.
They’ll need to create their own rules, cards, counters and dice, and trust me – you’ll be amazed by what they come up with. The whole family can take turns playing each other’s games.

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1168 days ago

Fill out our survey for a chance to win a $100 prezzy card!

Communications from Tauranga City Council

Love to kayak or kite surf? 🏄

Whether getting out on the water is a hobby or a passion, share your views on our marine facilities around Tauranga that help you access the water sports you love 🌊

To find out more information on the Marine Facilities Strategy or to take the survey, visit our… View more
Love to kayak or kite surf? 🏄

Whether getting out on the water is a hobby or a passion, share your views on our marine facilities around Tauranga that help you access the water sports you love 🌊

To find out more information on the Marine Facilities Strategy or to take the survey, visit our website www.tauranga.govt.nz...

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1169 days ago

Do you know a greenfingered hero in your community?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

NZ Gardener is again looking for greenfingered good sorts – individuals or groups who have used gardening skills to help other people. Five finalists will feature in the October magazine and one will go on to become 2021 Gardener of the Year! There are some amazing prizes up for grabs so if you … View moreNZ Gardener is again looking for greenfingered good sorts – individuals or groups who have used gardening skills to help other people. Five finalists will feature in the October magazine and one will go on to become 2021 Gardener of the Year! There are some amazing prizes up for grabs so if you know a homegrown hero who is using their gardening skills for good, nominate them now!

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1169 days ago

Subaru NZ NEW Green Forester SUV 2011

Peace from Tauranga City

Car is in great condition. Really well looked after, clean and reliable. Has a Registration and Warrant till Dec 2021. Automatic, plus strong motor at 2477cc and only done 150,224 kms. $10,500 or near offer.

Price: $10,500

1169 days ago

Can't seem to heat your home this winter?

The team from EnergySmart - Tauranga

Check out our new blog post: 5 reasons you may be struggling to heat your home, which includes easy and affordable tips to help make your home drier and warmer this winter.

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1169 days ago

Who vs. Whom?

NumberWorks'nWords Tauranga

Who vs. Whom? If you can replace the word with “he”’ or “’she,” use who. If you can replace it with “him” or “her,” use whom.

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1170 days ago

People's Choice

Devan from Smart Express Tauranga

Please vote for us for the people choice award at the 2021 Westpac Business Awards. We would love it if you could vote for us and then share this post with your friends. Every vote counts. Click the link to vote for us. Thank you

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1182 days ago

For Sale by Auction

Matt from Matt Wineera - Thats Real Estate with Matt Wineera

118a Osprey Drive
With a nice open space outlook , a fully fenced backyard and a living area that enjoys all day sun..... this 3 bedroom home could be just what You're looking for!!!!

This home is For Sale by Auction ( unless SOLD prior ) and viewings can be at our Sunday Open Homes or by … View more
118a Osprey Drive
With a nice open space outlook , a fully fenced backyard and a living area that enjoys all day sun..... this 3 bedroom home could be just what You're looking for!!!!

This home is For Sale by Auction ( unless SOLD prior ) and viewings can be at our Sunday Open Homes or by appointment.

📱0274 951 536 -Just contact me to get the list of improvements and upgrades that our Owners have made to make their home more comfortable and enjoyable for everyday family living......
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1170 days ago

No barriers to learning

Competenz

"Being deaf is no barrier to learning and seeing someone like me achieving qualifications and working in a job that has a lot of responsibility has hopefully encouraged them to give it a go.”

When Erich Krogmann started the Food and Beverage Level 2 qualification, he had to learn how to … View more
"Being deaf is no barrier to learning and seeing someone like me achieving qualifications and working in a job that has a lot of responsibility has hopefully encouraged them to give it a go.”

When Erich Krogmann started the Food and Beverage Level 2 qualification, he had to learn how to balance study with a night job and a young family, but his main challenge came in the form of his hearing disability.

Erich says he thinks he’s inspired other people with a disability to take on training.
Read Erichs full story here

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1170 days ago

Children's Discovering God Holiday Programme

David from Ohauiti

This is a FREE, fun and educational programme for 6-12 year olds held on 21 & 22 July 10-1pm. Please see advert provided below in attachment.

Held by Church of God's Love (COG7) at St James Church premises 70 Pooles Rd, Greerton Wednesday 21 - Thursday 22 July.

Please contact David on … View more
This is a FREE, fun and educational programme for 6-12 year olds held on 21 & 22 July 10-1pm. Please see advert provided below in attachment.

Held by Church of God's Love (COG7) at St James Church premises 70 Pooles Rd, Greerton Wednesday 21 - Thursday 22 July.

Please contact David on 02041283124 to register before 19 July.

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1170 days ago

Is your computer driving you mad?

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 you … 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 a Microsoft certified professional. I can advise, train and support problems with computers, laptops, smartphones and TV's. Internet, email and social media problems as well as lots more.

Look out for me driving around your area and give me a wave!

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

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1176 days ago

Coffee pods

Kevin from Bethlehem

Hi just wondering if anyone knows where I can recycle my aluminum coffee pods locally ???
Cheers.

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1171 days ago

Bins

Louise from Bethlehem

I notice many Kleana and JJ Richard bins left on curbs after last pick up, including mine!
Does anyone know if those companies intend to collect them???

1171 days ago

Push further, defy expectations!

No one dreams bigger than an Olympian, and nothing connects us as a nation quite like sport!
As a proud partner of the New Zealand Olympic Team, we’re getting behind our Olympians so they can turn their dreams into a reality.
Learn more

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1173 days ago

Paint a cute cane basket

The Team from Resene ColorShop Tauranga

Bring some ordinary storage baskets to life using a few Resene testpots of Resene Nero, Resene Glamour Puss and Resene White and some leafy house plants!

Find out how to create your own.

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