Nearby
Greerton - Parkvale, Oropi, Pyes Pa, Tauriko, Te Puke, Omanawa, Welcome Bay, Papamoa Beach, Hairini, Gate Pa
Thank you for using Neighbourly
Recommendations for an excellent house/pet sitter please? I have a number of pets. Thanks
Lotus fibre or lotus silk is a rather rare and exclusive fibre. The silk comes from the stem of the lotus flower which is made up of microfibres.
The stems are snapped off, the fibres are teased out before being rolled into thread. Once the threads are dry, they are weighed down and carefully… View moreLotus fibre or lotus silk is a rather rare and exclusive fibre. The silk comes from the stem of the lotus flower which is made up of microfibres.
The stems are snapped off, the fibres are teased out before being rolled into thread. Once the threads are dry, they are weighed down and carefully wound by hand. Then they’re put onto the loom. These fibres are fragile, but once woven, can be as durable as traditional silk.
The entire process of fibre extraction, weaving the fibre, and making the fabric is completely handmade, making the process time-consuming. This also limits the quantity of the fabric produced. A large scarf requires the thread of around 9,200 stems and would take one worker around two months to complete. This is why it is considered luxurious and items made from lotus silk do not go cheap.
The resulting material resembles raw silk or an aged linen, naturally beige in colour and possesses unique qualities. It is waterproof, practically wrinkle proof, washable, lightweight, sweatproof and is soft to the touch.
Most importantly, its key quality is that it is one of the most eco-friendly materials on the planet. The lotus is a water plant. It preserves the eco-system in which it grows including the water as much as the surrounding wildlife.
Not only is it created from waste (lotus stems), but it also leaves little waste behind. In fact, lotus silk been identified as potentially the most ecological fabric in the world, and it is the first natural microfibre in the world. Being a natural fibre, it is biodegradable after its useful life.
Career Moves supported employment agency is a multi-faceted agency working with disability, job seekers and open recruitment. We work in all of the smaller towns across the Waikato, Bay of Plenty and offer a range of ways to meet and engage with our clients.
We focus on employment for skilled, … View moreCareer Moves supported employment agency is a multi-faceted agency working with disability, job seekers and open recruitment. We work in all of the smaller towns across the Waikato, Bay of Plenty and offer a range of ways to meet and engage with our clients.
We focus on employment for skilled, experienced people looking for work. Focusing on Diversity and inclusion. We strive to promote fair and equal work opportunities for people, in a safe environment. Getting back into work, in today’s job market takes planning and preparation. With our additional services, Career Moves Recruitment can help with your game plan and match you to the right job. Whether it’s a first job, the next big career move, or a role to fit in with your lifestyle.
Employment placement programme in conjunction with Work & Income.
We can help you with:
- Career advice
- A CV that will stand out from the crowd.
- A cover letter that focuses on the keywords that employers are targeting.
- Interview peroration that gets you ready to impress employers.
- Job search plan.
Our team of consultants offer support with career planning, tailored specifically to you! Let us help you through the employment process, like interview coaching and so much more.
Last November, we launched our new strategy, Better Later Life – He Oranga Kaumātua 2019 to 2034. This strategy will help ensure we create opportunities for all of us to participate, contribute and be valued as we age. Many of the key areas for action in the strategy have become even more … View moreLast November, we launched our new strategy, Better Later Life – He Oranga Kaumātua 2019 to 2034. This strategy will help ensure we create opportunities for all of us to participate, contribute and be valued as we age. Many of the key areas for action in the strategy have become even more relevant in the wake of COVID-19.
Click here to read our strategy and find out more about what we want to achieve and what needs to happen bit.ly...
Hey neighbours,
Here at Stuff Travel, our team of journalists have been furiously ferreting out Aotearoa’s best hidden gems. We've come across so many activities and places we never knew existed.
Typically, as soon as we report a great place on Stuff, the floodgates open. But … View moreHey neighbours,
Here at Stuff Travel, our team of journalists have been furiously ferreting out Aotearoa’s best hidden gems. We've come across so many activities and places we never knew existed.
Typically, as soon as we report a great place on Stuff, the floodgates open. But subscribe to our newsletter here for a free ticket to ride with our travel team each week as we explore the best of New Zealand.
We’ll tell you about our great finds, before we tell anyone else. And we’ll throw in some great deals, giveaways and advice each week too.
Bon voyage!
PLEASE SHARE SUGGESTED EMAIL to affirm the appeal of former Mayor Tenby Powell to appoint Commissioners to replace the current councillors at Tauranga City Council (TCC).
Nanaia.Mahuta@parliament.govt.nz
To Nanaia Mahuta (apparently you do not use Rt. Hon for MP’s), You can use Hon.
As a … View morePLEASE SHARE SUGGESTED EMAIL to affirm the appeal of former Mayor Tenby Powell to appoint Commissioners to replace the current councillors at Tauranga City Council (TCC).
Nanaia.Mahuta@parliament.govt.nz
To Nanaia Mahuta (apparently you do not use Rt. Hon for MP’s), You can use Hon.
As a resident of Tauranga I am along with others writing to affirm the appeal of former Mayor Tenby Powell to appoint Commissioner’s to replace the current councillors at Tauranga City Council (TCC). You may see this email from many residents of Tauranga. It is an accurate account of our thoughts, feelings and experiences with TCC.
A vast majority of the Tauranga community voted for change in the last local government elections. We believed that Tauranga City Council should have elected members and a Mayor that cared for the whenua and the diverse population that now live here. Many of us believe the elected members should acknowledge Tiriti o Waitangi and its principles of partnership, participation and protection.
We elected councillors like Jako Arbie, Tina Salisbury, Heidi Hughes and Mayor Tenby Powell because they did care for not only the development and infrastructure of Tauranga City but more importantly its people. The overturning of the begging ban for the homeless was an example of this. Opening the Mount base track within months of being elected another, TCC had stalled with this project in the past due to a lack of communication with local iwi and finances.
Prior elected members of TCC and its CEO often thought more of the development and financial gain for Tauranga than its people. They did not always follow due process which left the rate payer saddled with unprecedented debt; projects like the Bella Vista sub-division and the Harrington Street Car Park.
Unfortunately the last local elections also brought with it councillors who have the draconian mind sets of previous elected members and worse still attitudes that reflect the monoculture of a minority of people in Tauranga rather than the majority. Mayor Powell accurately described these councillors when he said: "Tauranga's future as a city, of strategic importance to New Zealand cannot be left to a small group of petty politicians who have a long track record of hindering, or even worse, stopping progress.” Many of us who attended public meetings would witness the blatant disrespect that these councillors showed each other, the participating audience and more recently the Government investigators appointed to report and make suggestions on the culture of TCC.
For that reason as a resident and rate-payer (one or the other or both) i/we fully support the outgoing Mayors appeal to you Nanaia Mahuta, Minister as Minister for Local Government to appoint Commissioner’s to Tauranga City Council. Anything less would only give these difficult councillors license to create more division in the community. As mentioned a good majority of us voted for change in the 2019 elections, that change will be short coming if 4 or 5 of these current councillors remain.
The people of Tauranga Moana deserve better!
Sincerely
Sign name. and address
There is one week left to share your thoughts on how we can improve some Mount streets.
Let us know what you think of the ideas that the community and council have worked on for four popular routes.
Head to our website to find out more and share your thoughts.
There’s still time to have your say on the speed limit changes we’re proposing to a number of local roads and near some schools.
To improve safety, we’re proposing 40km/h variable speed limits around Matua Primary School, Tauranga Intermediate School, Aquinas College, Golden Sands Primary … View moreThere’s still time to have your say on the speed limit changes we’re proposing to a number of local roads and near some schools.
To improve safety, we’re proposing 40km/h variable speed limits around Matua Primary School, Tauranga Intermediate School, Aquinas College, Golden Sands Primary School and Taumata School zones; and lowering the speed limit on 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.
These are areas of the city where we have received ongoing complaints about the speed limits and where the city has changed from a rural environment to an urban environment.
Let us know what you think. Submissions close 27 November 2020.
Various sizes
Ranch slider 256x200, windows 117x155, 116x78, 57x86, 156x116, 196x154 (These are approx)
You will need to pick up from Papamoa Beach Road near Domain Road
Take the scenic route this summer and enjoy exploring New Zealand at its best. With a myriad of accommodation all around our beautiful country, there is always a place you can #StayKiwi with us.
Stay one night, save 10%, stay two, save 19%, stay three or longer and you'll unlock up to 23% … View moreTake the scenic route this summer and enjoy exploring New Zealand at its best. With a myriad of accommodation all around our beautiful country, there is always a place you can #StayKiwi with us.
Stay one night, save 10%, stay two, save 19%, stay three or longer and you'll unlock up to 23% off when you book direct.
He’s small, he’s blue and he has a sack of 28 amazing presents that need to be given away in the lead up to Christmas.
Simply find the secret Santa code hidden within a post on your Neighbourly newsfeed and use this to enter the daily draw on our Santa in the Suburbs competition page.
… View moreHe’s small, he’s blue and he has a sack of 28 amazing presents that need to be given away in the lead up to Christmas.
Simply find the secret Santa code hidden within a post on your Neighbourly newsfeed and use this to enter the daily draw on our Santa in the Suburbs competition page.
Don't miss out on today's daily prize!
Kids ask us for attention because they are learning how to navigate the world and build relationships - they need to be able to speak and be listened to so they can learn and grow. Challenge the #outdated rules - it’s time to shake off the old and reveal the new.
November 27, after travelling to Whangamata & having morning tea at Luv Coffee, we will travel to Cathedral Cove, Hahei. We'll just enjoy the vista from the looking platform as, you need to be very fit to descend the umpteen steps to the beach. Our next stop will be at Cathedral Cove … View moreNovember 27, after travelling to Whangamata & having morning tea at Luv Coffee, we will travel to Cathedral Cove, Hahei. We'll just enjoy the vista from the looking platform as, you need to be very fit to descend the umpteen steps to the beach. Our next stop will be at Cathedral Cove Macadamias. We'll receive a talk about how the orchard runs through the year & view the processing facilities.
"Our macadamias are hand-picked & certified organic. Macadamias are high in fibre & anti-oxidants; contain vitamins A, B group and E, are high in beneficial mono-unsaturated fats and are cholesterol free." This venue has a large range of macadamia products which you can purchase, if you're so-inclined. But we warn you - their macadamia brittle is addictive!
At our next venue, Hot Water Brewing Co, you will get a chance to sample liqueurs from Purangi Estate (Our favorite was the Manuka Honey Liqueur.)or craft beer or green/Black/ & Lapsang Souchon teas, with a piece of pizza to wash them down.
We'll proceed to Mercury Bay Estate for shared platters for lunch & a flight of wines or tea/coffee, & dine in the evening at The Lost Spring.
Details can be seen at www.smore.com... coromandel
Gift vouchers available
this is a Morrison electric mower, old but still works well. Ideal for the smaller lawn. will need an extension lead as I need the old one. ph Dennis on 0272809458
Tender
Marketed by Brett Ashworth
© Neighbourly 2024
Loading…
