Greerton - Parkvale, Tauranga

1654 days ago

Happy St Patricks Day!

Owner from Curtain Clean BOP Ltd

Here are 10 interesting facts about St Pattys Day to celebrate the holiday.
1. St. Patrick was not Irish - Ireland's patron saint was, in fact, from Wales!
2. The first St. Patrick's Day parade took place in New York in the 1760s.
3. Though we've come to associate kelly green with… View more
Here are 10 interesting facts about St Pattys Day to celebrate the holiday.
1. St. Patrick was not Irish - Ireland's patron saint was, in fact, from Wales!
2. The first St. Patrick's Day parade took place in New York in the 1760s.
3. Though we've come to associate kelly green with the Irish and the holiday, the 5th-century saint's official colour was "Saint Patrick's blue," a light shade of sky blue. The colour green only became associated with the big day after it was linked to the Irish independence movement in the late 18th century.
4. Don’t be fooled by any holiday decorations showing lady leprechauns. In traditional Irish folk tales, there are no female leprechauns, only nattily attired little guys who spend their days making and mending shoes (meaning they earned that gold they're always guarding).
5. St. Patrick never got canonized by a pope, making his saintly status somewhat questionable.
6. Guinness sales soar on St. Patrick's Day. Recent figures show that 5.5 million pints of the black stuff are downed around the world every day. On St. Patrick's Day that figure is doubled.
7. Your odds of finding a four-leaf clover are about 1 in 10,000.
8. How did the shamrock become associated with St. Patrick? According to Irish legend, the saint used the three-leafed plant (which is not to be confused with the four-leaf clover) as a metaphor for the Holy Trinity when he was first introducing Christianity to Ireland.
9. According to Irish legend, St. Patrick wasn't originally called Patrick. His birth name was Maewyn Succat, but he changed it to Patricius after becoming a priest.
10. In Chicago every year, the Plumbers Local 110 union dyes the river "Kelly" green. The dye lasts for about five hours.

1654 days ago

Proposed changes to footpaths and streets

Office for Seniors

Hi Neighbours!

Make sure to have your say and spread the word about the Government's proposed 'accessible streets' rule changes.

One of the biggest changes would allow people riding things like bicycles, skateboards and e-scooters (powered scooter) to use the footpath, with a … View more
Hi Neighbours!

Make sure to have your say and spread the word about the Government's proposed 'accessible streets' rule changes.

One of the biggest changes would allow people riding things like bicycles, skateboards and e-scooters (powered scooter) to use the footpath, with a speed limit of 15 kilometres per hour.

Find out about all the changes and submit your feedback on this important issue here: bit.ly...

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1658 days ago

Elizabeth Street and laneway upgrade

Communications from Tauranga City Council

What would you like to see for the upgrade of Elizabeth Street and the laneway? Share your thoughts and go into the draw to win a $50 Prezzy voucher.
www.surveymonkey.com...

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1654 days ago

What can I do to help during a pandemic?

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

There's no better time than now to get to know your neighbours, start a Neighbourhood Support group or update your group contact details. Together let's REACH OUT, LOOK OUT, and HELP OUT to keep our communities safe, resilient and connected.

For the latest COVID-19 health advice, visit … View more
There's no better time than now to get to know your neighbours, start a Neighbourhood Support group or update your group contact details. Together let's REACH OUT, LOOK OUT, and HELP OUT to keep our communities safe, resilient and connected.

For the latest COVID-19 health advice, visit the Ministry of Health - Manatū Hauora's website.

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1656 days ago

agapanthus plants

Ross from Hairini

anyone interested in agapanthus plants or have some where we can dump for free.

1655 days ago

Boarding at Auckland Grammar School

Auckland Grammar School

Applications are now open to Auckland Grammar School’s boarding hostel, Tibbs House, for 2021. Founded in 1962, Tibbs House provides accommodation, study and recreational facilities for 120 boarders. Boarders are supported by eight full time Masters who offer a wide range of teaching subjects and… View moreApplications are now open to Auckland Grammar School’s boarding hostel, Tibbs House, for 2021. Founded in 1962, Tibbs House provides accommodation, study and recreational facilities for 120 boarders. Boarders are supported by eight full time Masters who offer a wide range of teaching subjects and activities, as well as nightly study guidance.

To apply, visit our website to download an application form. Alternatively, contact the Director of Boarding, Mr Daniel Oram, at d.oram@ags.school.nz.
Apply now!

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1655 days ago

Mobile Car Groomer

Janelle from Bethlehem

We come to you! Priced competitively, professional job.

Free quote:

Please contact Tracey 027 4440118 or www.facebook.com...

1657 days ago

Wharf Street to undergo upgrade

Communications from Tauranga City Council

Upgrading Wharf Street is one step closer: Higgins will be our construction partner to undertake the works, commencing Monday, 23 March. Fear not, Wharf Street businesses remain open for business during construction and works will be temporarily paused for the annual National Jazz Festival Tauranga… View moreUpgrading Wharf Street is one step closer: Higgins will be our construction partner to undertake the works, commencing Monday, 23 March. Fear not, Wharf Street businesses remain open for business during construction and works will be temporarily paused for the annual National Jazz Festival Tauranga over Easter weekend.

Check out the artist impression and find out more about the upgrade at www.tauranga.govt.nz...

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1655 days ago

Window cleaning, house washing

John from Greerton - Parkvale

Have your windows professionally cleaned inside & out from $120. Or your home washed from only $190.

Call us now
0211426257
Or 075718697

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1655 days ago

1L glass jars

Antonia from Te Puna

Have just had a load of Damons dropped of to me and Im keen to make some damson gin. In need of 1L jars.
Happy to pay (or swap for some gin once made) :)

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1656 days ago

dress size 8

Bridgitte from Brookfield

Ella J dress size 8
like new
pickup Brookfield TAURANGA
or can post at buyers expense
phone or text 0223106735
listed elsewhere

Price: $4

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1656 days ago

TE PUNA QUARRY PARK - SUSTAINABILITY DAY - SUNDAY 15 MARCH

Elly from Te Puna

Sunday 15 March 2020 will be ‘Sustainability Day’ in Te Puna Quarry Park, with stalls/tables selling plants, bulbs, used garden tools, preserves, natural creams, sustainable bags, etc. Plus you can hear about predator control, butterflies, bees, herbs, etc. For kids there will be rock painting,… View moreSunday 15 March 2020 will be ‘Sustainability Day’ in Te Puna Quarry Park, with stalls/tables selling plants, bulbs, used garden tools, preserves, natural creams, sustainable bags, etc. Plus you can hear about predator control, butterflies, bees, herbs, etc. For kids there will be rock painting, creative creature, making posies. And there will be a coffee cart with coffee and icecream.
This day is part of the garden ramble of ‘Sustainable Backyards’ organized by Envirohub. Sustainability or ‘what is good for mother nature’ is the theme of the park itself. So why not have a stroll through the ‘wilderness section’ (the left half) and the ‘cultural section’ (the right half of the park) featuring sculptures and stunning views. Each walk takes about an hour.
Quarry Park’s Sustainability Day runs on 15 March from 10am to 4pm, but Quarry Park is open from dusk to dawn. Te Puna Quarry Park is situated off SH2. Coming from Tauranga, go through Bethlehem, and after 7 km you’ll see Te Puna Quarry Road on your left. Drive in for about 1 km to enter the park. Info: Lorraine (lorrainemryan@wkds.co.nz, 021-02760879). See you Sunday, fun for young & old. Entrance is always free.

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1656 days ago

Blender - ZIP

Bridgitte from Brookfield

ZIP blender - used
good condition
$15
pick up Brookfield TAURANGA
listed elsewhere
phone or text 0223106735

Price: $15

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1656 days ago

Aquarium activated carbon

Bridgitte from Brookfield

Aquarium activated carbon
928g (stored in an icecream container)
perfect for your aquairum filter system
$10
pick up Brookfield TAURANGA or can post at buyers expense
listed elsewhere
phone or text 0223106735

Price: $10

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1656 days ago

cot mattress - used

Bridgitte from Brookfield

Cot mattress - used
$10
has some of the binding coming away on the bottom as per pic - can easily be sewn back or cut off
pick up Brookfield TAURANGA
listed elsewhere
phone or text 0223106735

Price: $10

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