Ohauiti, Tauranga

Let's get familiar!

Let's get familiar!

Introduce yourself on the Know Thy Neighbour page.

Got something to swap or sell?

Got something to swap or sell?

Head to Market if you need to buy or list uniforms, books or bikes.

1168 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.
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1170 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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1171 days ago

DeLonghi Magnifica Suppautomatica Coffee Maker

John from Greerton - Parkvale

Caffe Espresso bean to cup coffee maker with traditional milk frother.
Customise your coffee choose aroma, length, 1 or 2 cups coffee beans or ground coffee.
Intergrated coffee bean burr grinder, with 13 adjustable grinding settings.
Energy saving function.
Removable brewing unit.
Just been fully … View more
Caffe Espresso bean to cup coffee maker with traditional milk frother.
Customise your coffee choose aroma, length, 1 or 2 cups coffee beans or ground coffee.
Intergrated coffee bean burr grinder, with 13 adjustable grinding settings.
Energy saving function.
Removable brewing unit.
Just been fully serviced by KD's Electrical, Mt Maunganui.
Open to offers, surplus to requirements.
Pick up Greerton, Tauranga.

Price: $250

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1171 days ago

Eco-Bricks

Owner from Curtain Clean BOP Ltd

What is an Eco-brick?
An eco-brick is a plastic bottle packed with shredded, single-use, non-recyclable plastics, compressed to a required density to create a reusable building block. They are a sustainable way to reusenon-biodegradable plastic waste as they are regarded as a long-lasting and … View more
What is an Eco-brick?
An eco-brick is a plastic bottle packed with shredded, single-use, non-recyclable plastics, compressed to a required density to create a reusable building block. They are a sustainable way to reusenon-biodegradable plastic waste as they are regarded as a long-lasting and durable material.

Eco-bricks = a low energy solution to keeping plastic out of the ecosystem!

What is the purpose of an eco-brick?
Making an eco-brick can be a tedious and time-consuming project (but great to do whilst watching TV!) and the purpose of it is to make you responsible for your own plastic waste and encourage you to reduce your own consumption.

The aim is to help you cut down on what you’re buying and ultimately produce less waste whilst creating something beneficial for yourself or the community!

What goes into the eco-brick?
The most important thing about an eco-brick is that the contents are CLEAN and DRY before they get stuffed. The reason for this is to prevent any bacteria or mould forming inside, which will undo all your hard work as they will not be validated!

You can put inside an eco-brick:
Potato chip, biscuit, cake packets etc.
Stretchy plastic e.g., carrier bags, bread bags, clingfilm etc.
Pasta/rice packets
Packaging – bubble wrap/plastic envelopes
Styrofoam/polystyrene
Hard plastic – meat trays, flowerpots etc (however, hard plastics will need to be cut up into much smaller pieces than soft plastic to allow you to reach the weight requirements)

What can I make with an eco-brick?
The most common personal projects are footstools! They can be as small or as large as you want, you can be creative with the bottle bottom colours to make a cool pattern or cover them in some fabric to make a decorative piece around the house!

There are other smaller projects you can make, like doorstops for example! I am personally taking inspiration from this one found on Pinterest:

Ok, so how do I make one?
It is very simple! The picture below shows you how in 5 simple steps. The key is to just keep stuffing until you can’t any more! With time and patience, your brick will come to life.

1172 days ago

It’s Book Week!!! How’s the chance to stock up on those great reads

The Team from Red Cross Shop Greerton

Come on in and stock up for the wet days ahead. We have all sorts of reading treasure for you enjoyment.
Pick up a comfy chair and a coffee table to set up that reading nook you’ve always wanted. We have cushions and snuggly blankets too!
We are at 199 Chadwick Road in Greerton we are open from… View more
Come on in and stock up for the wet days ahead. We have all sorts of reading treasure for you enjoyment.
Pick up a comfy chair and a coffee table to set up that reading nook you’ve always wanted. We have cushions and snuggly blankets too!
We are at 199 Chadwick Road in Greerton we are open from 9-5 Monday to Friday and 9-3 on Saturday.

1173 days ago

Giant Garage Sale

Charles & Sue Harrison from Lions Club of Welcome Bay

Welcome Bay Lions invite you to a Giant Garage Sale:
Saturday 10 July 2021 at 0830 (doors will not open prior).
Welcome Bay Hall 244 Welcome Bay Road.

A few of the items available include:
Furniture
Crockery
1 only Franklin Heirloom Collectable Doll… View more
Welcome Bay Lions invite you to a Giant Garage Sale:
Saturday 10 July 2021 at 0830 (doors will not open prior).
Welcome Bay Hall 244 Welcome Bay Road.

A few of the items available include:
Furniture
Crockery
1 only Franklin Heirloom Collectable Doll
Tools
Books
Knickknacks

1173 days ago

Take our survey and be in to win!

Communications from Tauranga City Council

Love to fish, boat, kayak or keen on waka ama? 🎣

Or is Paddle boarding and harbour swims more your thing? 🏊‍♀️

We want to hear from you! Share your views on our boat ramps, jetties, wharves and pontoons around Tauranga and go into win a $100 Prezzy card.

Your thoughts will help us … View more
Love to fish, boat, kayak or keen on waka ama? 🎣

Or is Paddle boarding and harbour swims more your thing? 🏊‍♀️

We want to hear from you! Share your views on our boat ramps, jetties, wharves and pontoons around Tauranga and go into win a $100 Prezzy card.

Your thoughts will help us develop a strategy for how our marine facilities are used in the future. Fill out the survey on our website bit.ly...

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1173 days ago

Pursue higher education with a Masters Degree

Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi

Masters Study

Meet Hinerangi Busby who shares her journey with Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi.

I am a graduate of the marae-centred programme, Te Pouhono, transforming Māori communities, promoting mātauranga-a-hapū, a-iwi. My participation took me to the Bachelor of Mātauranga Māori,… View more
Masters Study

Meet Hinerangi Busby who shares her journey with Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi.

I am a graduate of the marae-centred programme, Te Pouhono, transforming Māori communities, promoting mātauranga-a-hapū, a-iwi. My participation took me to the Bachelor of Mātauranga Māori, and then postgraduate study.

Awanuiārangi centres you. This is the nurturing space of Māori researchers, with the support of academic and professional staff; this all transpires from an authentic indigenous and traditional Māori environment.

My studies have empowered me to play a more pro-active role in whānau and hapū affairs. Instead of being angry at a past that we cannot change, let’s become part of the solution for positive change.
Find out more

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1173 days ago

Experience The Bayview, Tauranga’s hidden gem.

Oceania Healthcare

Tucked away in the heart of Tauranga, you’ll find an unsuspecting oasis for retirement living, The Bayview. A lovely gem that not only provides stunning views of Mount Maunganui and the harbour but is only a short drive from your favourite shops too.

It’s easy to live the lifestyle you want … View more
Tucked away in the heart of Tauranga, you’ll find an unsuspecting oasis for retirement living, The Bayview. A lovely gem that not only provides stunning views of Mount Maunganui and the harbour but is only a short drive from your favourite shops too.

It’s easy to live the lifestyle you want at The Bayview. Enjoy a game of bowls, an exercise session at the gym, or a family date at the community lounge. You'll definitely be busy keeping up old hobbies and taking on new ones, especially with our indoor pool and on-site café opening shortly.

Thanks to our village’s friendly and vibrant community, you’ll feel right at home from the get-go. But, when you do need a bit of “me time”, you can relax in your brand new, architecturally designed apartment, complete with stylish fittings and open-plan living.

With luxurious grounds and apartments, friendly neighbours and close proximity to all the best things the city has to offer – The Bayview is certainly the hidden gem of Tauranga.

To view our vibrant village, call Trudi on 0800 333 688 today.
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1174 days ago

DIY – Terracotta Bud Vases

Owner from Curtain Clean BOP Ltd

Take on the terracotta trend and sculpt a unique floral feature.


You will need:

- Modelling clay (air-drying or baking)
- Rolling pin

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Take on the terracotta trend and sculpt a unique floral feature.


You will need:

- Modelling clay (air-drying or baking)
- Rolling pin

- Knife
- Straw
- Fine sandpaper
- Test pot brush
- Paint test pots (we like Resene Sakura & Resene Apple Blossom)
- Resene FX Paint Effects Medium
- Small sponge
- Cord to hang


Step one: Start by rolling out your clay about 7mm thick (A). It’s important to work on a clean, non-stick surface.
Step two: Use a knife to cut a rectangle as long as you want the main shape to be, then cut a square roughly twice the width of the rectangle and two-thirds the height (B). No matter what shape you’re making, the top piece must be wider to form a dome or pocket. The backing piece always needs to be taller and have enough height to support your flora and allow for a hole.


Step three: If using air-drying clay, dip your fingers in water and wet the edges of the clay slightly – baking clay does not require any water to seal together. Take the smaller, wider square piece and make an arc over the backing piece, bringing the sides together (C). Press the sides down so the clay bonds together, then do the same along the bottom (D), making sure you still have a curved opening at the top.


Keep reading: www.curtainclean.co.nz...

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1174 days ago

Is your business future-ready?

Competenz

We are in a new era of change and an adaptable workforce is the best asset you can have. The right capability can open up massive opportunities for your business.

You may already have ambitious plans. So how do you build capability? By giving staff the opportunity to turn hidden talents into … View more
We are in a new era of change and an adaptable workforce is the best asset you can have. The right capability can open up massive opportunities for your business.

You may already have ambitious plans. So how do you build capability? By giving staff the opportunity to turn hidden talents into new skills!
But it’s hard to know where to start, or even where to turn for advice. That’s where Competenz can help. We’re your industry training partner, turning talent into capability.

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1177 days ago

Meet the team at Bob Owens

Bob Owens Retirement Village

The team at Bob Owens are helping residents feel safe, secure and at home.

Read about the team below.

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1179 days ago

Massive villa relocation "absolute madness"

Colleen Hawkes Reporter from Homed

What a pleasure to meet Hayley Parsons of Clarks Beach, Auckland. She and husband Chris relocated this huge three-storey villa from Palmerston North to Auckland, and project managed the rebuild of Huntly House from London. Wonderful house, wonderful history.

1175 days ago

Sustainable & Affordable means everything to us

The Warehouse

If seeing is believing, then we’d love to invite you to see how our sustainability journey is going at The Warehouse.
 
Look in our stores or online and you’ll see more than 7,000 sustainable products that are better for the planet and your budget.

Look for the Better Cotton Initiative … View more
If seeing is believing, then we’d love to invite you to see how our sustainability journey is going at The Warehouse.
 
Look in our stores or online and you’ll see more than 7,000 sustainable products that are better for the planet and your budget.

Look for the Better Cotton Initiative (BCI) branding when you’re
browsing the racks, and you’ll see we’re proud to invest in making cotton production more sustainable.

Look for the FSC label on wood and paper products we stock, and you’ll see we’re dedicated to protecting our forests.

Sustainable & Affordable. It means more choice.
Find out more

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1181 days ago

Assisted Rubbish Collection

Elly from Welcome Bay

As a matter of interest, has anyone who has applied for this received a visit from Council? We put our duly prepared form, signed by both doctors, into the Council office 5 weeks ago and still waiting! Calls to the Council have been pathetic! As our rubbish is due to be collected this Thursday … View moreAs a matter of interest, has anyone who has applied for this received a visit from Council? We put our duly prepared form, signed by both doctors, into the Council office 5 weeks ago and still waiting! Calls to the Council have been pathetic! As our rubbish is due to be collected this Thursday and food bin is nearly full, am quite concerned. Thought Council would be more prepared or is that wishful thinking!

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