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As a parent or parent-to-be, your number one focus will be the health and safety of your kids. In fact, it doesn't matter whether they are 18 months or 18 years, we always have their best interests in mind - even if they don't listen anymore!
However, the home environment can present … View moreAs a parent or parent-to-be, your number one focus will be the health and safety of your kids. In fact, it doesn't matter whether they are 18 months or 18 years, we always have their best interests in mind - even if they don't listen anymore!
However, the home environment can present many dangers to young children. Take curtains and blinds, for example. Although they look great in a room, there's a risk that kids can hurt themselves if they play around with them.
As such, what are the measures that you can take to ensure that they are safe in your home? Let us explain.
Keep your windows child-safe
Keep babies’ cots well away from windows and ensure that all blind and curtain cords are out of reach. This may mean not placing furniture next to windows – toddlers love climbing!
Child safety devices
You could install a safety device that adds another level of protection. This allows cords to be tightly wound around a cleat and out of reach, alternatively you could opt for electronically operated blinds.
Reduce the hazard
It is important to be aware at all times of child safety around the home. An extra safety measure is the installation of a safety device that either removes the cord loop or limits access to cords. A tension device (either a chain tensioner or cleat) can be anchored to the wall or floor so that young children cannot play with cords or put them around their neck.
Selecting the right curtain fabric type
There is no doubt that kids love to pull and tug on items around your home. While you can tell them off as many times as you like, it might be a good idea to invest in stronger fabric type for curtains in a kid's bedroom.
For example, sheers and voiles - while they look great in a baby's nursery, these fabrics are too lightweight and prone to damage especially when your youngest becomes mobile and wants to practice their climbing skills! In a kid's bedroom, you'll want a strong fabric that can take the odd pull and is also easy to clean should they get dirty.
If you need help, give us a call on 0800 579 0501 and we can offer helpful advice. We can also provide safety devices to keep your blind cords out of reach.
Our Garden Mini-Market is on, this Sunday, 8 November, 10am - 2pm, in Te Puna Quarry Park. This is just 7 km out of Bethlehem, off SH2.
We are going ahead, rain or shine. You may need your gumboots or sturdy shoes and rain jacket. Most of all, please bring CASH, as we have NO EFTPOS on site. … View moreOur Garden Mini-Market is on, this Sunday, 8 November, 10am - 2pm, in Te Puna Quarry Park. This is just 7 km out of Bethlehem, off SH2.
We are going ahead, rain or shine. You may need your gumboots or sturdy shoes and rain jacket. Most of all, please bring CASH, as we have NO EFTPOS on site. Also bring boxes or bags for your purchases.
On offer are a variety of plants, some pre-loved garden tools, some garden ornaments, natural cosmetics, honey & bee wax, and more, and you can enjoy our Devonshire tea and live music.
Note that this mini-market is in lieu of the large Quarry Fest that was organized by Lions in November of previous years, but was cancelled due to uncertainty around covid .
Hope to see you there.
We have two spaces available due to a cancellation.
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If you're on town supply, you'll know your water is 'disinfected' with chlorine. But it not only tastes and smells of chemicals, it can contain sprays, heavy metals, viruses and bacteria. Yuck! Check out these filters from Bethlehem and the Avenues after 12 months. They are … View moreIf you're on town supply, you'll know your water is 'disinfected' with chlorine. But it not only tastes and smells of chemicals, it can contain sprays, heavy metals, viruses and bacteria. Yuck! Check out these filters from Bethlehem and the Avenues after 12 months. They are doing an amazing job, but imagine without them, this is coming through your taps! Call me for quality filters at affordable prices. Betta Water = Betta Taste & Betta Health.
To improve safety, we’re proposing speed limit changes to a number of local roads and near some schools.
As our city has grown, some of the higher speed limits are no longer appropriate with the higher density of housing, vehicle volumes and the mix of cyclists and pedestrians using the … View moreTo improve safety, we’re proposing speed limit changes to a number of local roads and near some schools.
As our city has grown, some of the higher speed limits are no longer appropriate with the higher density of housing, vehicle volumes and the mix of cyclists and pedestrians using the streets.
The proposed changes are to sections of Ohauiti Road, Welcome Bay Road, Kaitemako Road, Oropi Road, Pyes Pa Road, Totara Street, Parton Road, Tara Road, Domain Road, Maranui Street and Papamoa Beach Road.
The proposed 40km/h variable speed locations are around the school zones of Matua Primary School, Tauranga Intermediate School, Aquinas College, Golden Sands Primary School and Taumata School.
This is the first stage of a city-wide speed limit review, and we want to know if you support the proposed changes, and/or if you think we’ve got them right. Submissions close 27 November 2020.
Got a side hustle going on? If you’re a babysitter, gardener, tutor or any casual service provider, it’s easy to reach local customers in your neighbourhood. All you have to do is set up a Neighbourly business profile!
Having this feature puts you a cut above the rest, with your business … View moreGot a side hustle going on? If you’re a babysitter, gardener, tutor or any casual service provider, it’s easy to reach local customers in your neighbourhood. All you have to do is set up a Neighbourly business profile!
Having this feature puts you a cut above the rest, with your business easy to find for Neighbours in our Business Directory. To get yourself business ready, follow these steps below:
- Head to our business directory by clicking ‘Businesses’ button at the top of your noticeboard.
- Click ‘Become Premium Business' (you can find this at the categories section).
- Have a browse! You can read all of our info and make a decision on whether your service will be more suited to a Premium Business Profile or a free profile.
- Follow all the steps in the sign-up process and you’re good to go.
Have your say on the Tauranga Rubbish Decision!
The rubbish debacle information rollout continues. What has the Council signed the ratepayers up to? Is the Council only passing on the cost from Envirowaste or is it adding a large markup to this figure? All this for a reduced service rubbish … View moreHave your say on the Tauranga Rubbish Decision!
The rubbish debacle information rollout continues. What has the Council signed the ratepayers up to? Is the Council only passing on the cost from Envirowaste or is it adding a large markup to this figure? All this for a reduced service rubbish pickup. And still, no Pay as You Throw option. This is the only real way to minimise rubbish. WBOP chose a Pay as You Throw scheme.
Papamoa Residents & Ratepayers Association has an Online Petition for ratepayers to record their views on the rubbish decision. The results will be presented to the Council in a public forum.
Go to www.taurangarubbishoptions.com... to have your say or www.papamoaresidents.co.nz...
Can you publicise the following? Send to your friends, neighbours, Facebook groups. We need 5000 participants. Cut and paste this text into an email.
Thank you
Papamoa Residents & Ratepayers Association
papamoaresidents.co.nz
Papamoa Residents & Rate Payers Association Inc
And don't forget that the ratepayers are fronting with the $8 million dollars to buy the bins, something we have never had to do before and a subsidy to envirowaste. That is after they steal your waste and the rightful business of the current contractors for no compensation. The council neither own your waste nor do they own the collection system. Theft on a grand scale.
Guy Fawkes can be a scary time for many animals. This Thursday evening, please make sure your dog is secure on your property and if possible, keep them inside your house or garage.
If you can, stay home with your pet as they are less likely to be stressed with someone they trust close by.
Turn … View moreGuy Fawkes can be a scary time for many animals. This Thursday evening, please make sure your dog is secure on your property and if possible, keep them inside your house or garage.
If you can, stay home with your pet as they are less likely to be stressed with someone they trust close by.
Turn up the TV or radio, close windows and draw the curtains so that they won't see the bright flashes and bangs from the fireworks. Familiar sounds and comforts will keep them happy.
Read more about how you can keep your pets safe and happy this Guy Fawkes at the link.
Would you like up to $10,000 to turn your new community project into a reality? Our Match Fund Grant is about connecting communities, empowering and building community capacity.
Find out if you are eligible and apply by 5pm, 10 November 2020.
Hello everybody, my name is Friederike and I
am a Cranio Sacral therapist (CST) since 1996.
Originally qualified as a German physiotherapist in 1992, I changed my focus over the following years more and more to the more wholesome treatment CST.
CST is a very gentle, deeply relaxing whole body … View moreHello everybody, my name is Friederike and I
am a Cranio Sacral therapist (CST) since 1996.
Originally qualified as a German physiotherapist in 1992, I changed my focus over the following years more and more to the more wholesome treatment CST.
CST is a very gentle, deeply relaxing whole body treatment, suitable for adults and kids.
Every day all of us experience physical and emotional stresses and strains, which cause our body’s tissues to contract. Sometimes, if stress lasts too long or the shock is severe, tissue remains contracted, which restricts our body’s functioning (“we are stuck”) and can lead to problems such as chronic pain, headaches/migraine, exhaustion, sleep disorders, digestive disorders, anxiety, TMD (trouble with the jaw), learning disabilities.
By balancing the environment around the central nervous system and enhancing the body’s natural ability to self-heal, CST is able to ease a large range of health problems, relieve pain and help improve our overall well-being.
While you are lying fully clothed on a treatment table, I will detect these problem areas with a light touch, feeling various parts of the body and help release stress and tension held deep within, thus freeing any energy previously used to hold restrictions.
In the last years my focus has been mostly on my kids and family, giving treatments to friends and people in need as I encountered them.
Now I have started to offer my services regularly again. You can find me and my Cranio Sacral colleague Rachel Penny in Cherrywood.
Our contacts are:
Friederike 027 495 7989
Rachel 022 0670 052
We are very much looking forward to meeting you!
“In the middle of every difficulty lies opportunity.”
Key dates have been announced for next year’s Tauranga City Council by-election.
The by-election is being held in the city’s Otumoetai/Pyes Pa ward to find a replacement for former councillor Jako Abrie, who resigned earlier this month.
The first important date is 24 November, when … View moreKey dates have been announced for next year’s Tauranga City Council by-election.
The by-election is being held in the city’s Otumoetai/Pyes Pa ward to find a replacement for former councillor Jako Abrie, who resigned earlier this month.
The first important date is 24 November, when nominations will open for candidates, and the people of Otumoetai/Pyes Pa will be encouraged to enrol to vote.
You truly can achieve anything. If you want something bad enough, there’s nothing to stop you from achieving it.
What kinds of dogs and how many of each kind does Troy have? Leave your answer in the comments below!
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