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Western Bay of Plenty District Council has voted to progress a proposed return of ownership of the eastern end of Matakana Island (Panepane Purakau) to five local hapū.
The public has an opportunity to provide feedback on the proposed return.
To find out more and have your say, join us at one of… View moreWestern Bay of Plenty District Council has voted to progress a proposed return of ownership of the eastern end of Matakana Island (Panepane Purakau) to five local hapū.
The public has an opportunity to provide feedback on the proposed return.
To find out more and have your say, join us at one of our drop-in sessions -
Opureora Marae, Matakana Island
Saturday 8 August
10am - 2pm
Omokoroa Boat Club
Saturday 15 August
10am - 2pm
Tauranga Yacht and Power Boat Club, Sulphur Point
Saturday 22 August
10am - 2pm
Can't make it to any of the information days? Head to the website below to find out more and have your say online. haveyoursay.westernbay.govt.nz...
Roman blinds are becoming more and more popular every year but have you ever wondered why?
Here are our top 10 reasons for choosing a roman blind over curtains:
1. This type of dressing is perfect for smaller windows, which could be overwhelmed by a pair of curtains. Perfect for cottage … View moreRoman blinds are becoming more and more popular every year but have you ever wondered why?
Here are our top 10 reasons for choosing a roman blind over curtains:
1. This type of dressing is perfect for smaller windows, which could be overwhelmed by a pair of curtains. Perfect for cottage windows, a roman blind will sit neatly within the recess without taking up any space either side of the window.
2. If you're a fan of a particular design range but can't decide between two fabrics, then have both! You could use one for the curtains and a co-ordinating fabric for the blind. Choosing two fabrics from the same collection is a guarantee that they will sit well together and compliment each other perfectly.
3. Perhaps you favour a clean, contemporary, minimalist look. Roman blinds are the ideal choice for this situation, as they have no fussy frills or extra fabric. A roman blind uses the minimum of material and looks like a flat piece of fabric when closed. It folds up concertina style to create smart, sharp folds.
4. If you have a radiator sitting directly under your window covering it with a pair of curtains will ensure that the majority of the heat produced goes up behind the curtains and sits between them and the window. A blind will cover only the window itself offering protection from draughts whilst still allowing the heat to circulate.
5. If you have a wide window or a bay window then the amount of curtaining needed to cover the window will be considerable. Opening and closing such heavy curtains twice a day can become a real bind. It's much easier to fit a pair of dress curtains and then use one or more roman blinds to swiftly open and close each morning and evening.
6. As a roman blind uses less fabric than a pair of curtains, you can use a large, bold or colourful pattern without fear of overkill.
7. Using a roman blind allows you to lower the blind to protect from the glare of the sun. The pleating style gives plenty of option between open and closed depending on how low the sun is.
8. As blinds site in the recess or just outside the recess of the window then they use considerably less fabric than a pair of curtains would. This means that it can be 25% cheaper to fit a roman blind than a pair of curtains.
9. Roman blinds can be the ideal choice for a kitchen or bathroom in which you don't want lots of bulky fabric hanging over your sink or taking up precious space.
10. A door curtain can become annoying as ease of opening and closing the door can be compromised with lots of bulky fabric in the area. A roman blind can be fixed directly onto a glazed door making life much easier.
So there you have our top ten reasons for choosing a roman blind. If we've converted you to the appeal of a roman blind, click here to view our extensive range:
Local businesses are vital to the recovery of our economy. They create jobs, they are generous sponsors of local events and charities. How can you help? One simple way. Stuff and 2degrees have launched a Shop Local campaign, which offers a prize of $20,000 towards marketing and advertising for one … View moreLocal businesses are vital to the recovery of our economy. They create jobs, they are generous sponsors of local events and charities. How can you help? One simple way. Stuff and 2degrees have launched a Shop Local campaign, which offers a prize of $20,000 towards marketing and advertising for one Tauranga business to help it stay on top of whatever challenges Covid-19 has thrown at them. A judging panel will decide on the winning businesses. There will also be a People’s Choice winner and that business will also receive a $20,000 marketing and advertising package. Voting for the People’s Choice will take place on Stuff in September. So encourage any business you love to enter now by going to 2degrees.nz/ShopLocal.
This is actually the second year this Shop Local campaign has run. 2degrees has been championing local businesses well before the current Covid crisis. 2degreesChief Business Officer Andrew Fairgray says they are behind Shop Local because: “We know local businesses are at the heart of where we live and give our community its distinctive spirit. This is a great opportunity for a local business to raise their profile and get some tangible help in $20,000 worth of marketing and advertising. It also gives us the opportunity to celebrate the positive, hardworking business and encourage the local community to shop locally,” he says.
Study nursing!
Meet Aroha Ruha (Ngāti Awa, Tūhoe) who was named a joint winner of the national Young Nurse of the Year Award. The New Zealand Nurses Organisation’s (NZNO) annual award celebrates nursing at an excellent level and recognises that recipients have reached a high level in their … View moreStudy nursing!
Meet Aroha Ruha (Ngāti Awa, Tūhoe) who was named a joint winner of the national Young Nurse of the Year Award. The New Zealand Nurses Organisation’s (NZNO) annual award celebrates nursing at an excellent level and recognises that recipients have reached a high level in their everyday work. Aroha graduated from Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi with her nursing degree and is now a practice nurse at Kawerau Medical Centre. Click here to hear her story!
Have you been to the Sculptureum? Irresistiblue? PlentyFlora? Waitakarurur Arboretum? Henley House? L'Arte? Lava Glass? Bistro at the Falls Retreat? Whangamata Craft & Farmers' Market? Aberdeen House? What pleasures you're missing!!!
Please refer to:
… View moreHave you been to the Sculptureum? Irresistiblue? PlentyFlora? Waitakarurur Arboretum? Henley House? L'Arte? Lava Glass? Bistro at the Falls Retreat? Whangamata Craft & Farmers' Market? Aberdeen House? What pleasures you're missing!!!
Please refer to:
smore.com/frtdy-upcoming-events
to see details of these & other tours that would entertain you!
Worried about getting your curtains cleaned during Winter?Worry no more - we offer free loan curtains to hang in your windows while your curtains are being cleaned, so you don't get cold!
Curtain Clean is a leading name in curtain and blind cleaning.
We make your curtains and blinds … View moreWorried about getting your curtains cleaned during Winter?Worry no more - we offer free loan curtains to hang in your windows while your curtains are being cleaned, so you don't get cold!
Curtain Clean is a leading name in curtain and blind cleaning.
We make your curtains and blinds hygienic, thereby saving you and your loved ones from health hazards.
Call us on 07 579 0501 if you have any q's.
With The Sunday Star Times, we’ve launched a survey to find out how lonely and connected Kiwis feel, take part here and you could win a $100 Prezzy® card
It’s now FREE to park on the street in the Tauranga city centre.
There’s a three-hour maximum time limit for some areas. It’ll change to a two-hour limit for most of the city centre in August.
Free parking is being trialed until November.
Got some questions? Find out more here:
… View moreIt’s now FREE to park on the street in the Tauranga city centre.
There’s a three-hour maximum time limit for some areas. It’ll change to a two-hour limit for most of the city centre in August.
Free parking is being trialed until November.
Got some questions? Find out more here:
www.tauranga.govt.nz...
Hi Neighbours!
Our Office sits within the Ministry for Social Development. Our role is to improve the lives of older people across New Zealand by providing helpful information, promoting the wellbeing and concerns of seniors and increasing awareness of the issues facing our ageing population. We… View moreHi Neighbours!
Our Office sits within the Ministry for Social Development. Our role is to improve the lives of older people across New Zealand by providing helpful information, promoting the wellbeing and concerns of seniors and increasing awareness of the issues facing our ageing population. We are here to help!
For useful information, opportunities and stories about seniors, sign up to our SuperSeniors Newsletter here: bit.ly...
Read our Better Later Life strategy, which guides our work to help make the future better for New Zealanders as we age: bit.ly...
We have lots of helpful resources on getting an Enduring Power of Attorney (EPA) on our website: bit.ly...
We are working on making our communities more Age-friendly. Find out about our Community Connects grants here: bit.ly...
Our website also includes important information on Elder Abuse and where to get help: bit.ly...
We know some people don't like Facebook, and that's ok. If you have an account, you can like our page for regular updates, and some fun stuff too! : www.facebook.com...
If you have a question, or would like more information, whether you are over-65, or if you have a close family member or friend who is a senior, you can email us at: osc@msd.govt.nz
Everyone loves a donut and look how sweet she is! 🍩
Donut is a black labX, around 6 months old, very friendly and loves to play 🤸
She would LOVE to go to puppy school and learn to sit and stay. A great buddy to go to the park with or out for a run along the beach.
Could you be Donut's… View moreEveryone loves a donut and look how sweet she is! 🍩
Donut is a black labX, around 6 months old, very friendly and loves to play 🤸
She would LOVE to go to puppy school and learn to sit and stay. A great buddy to go to the park with or out for a run along the beach.
Could you be Donut's forever home? Come see her today 🐾
Find out more at the link.
Check out our video that we did with some of our happy customers here
We are nationwide and if you are interested we offer a no obligation free measure and quote click here or call us on 0800 658 658.
Our community outcomes survey closes at 11pm on Sunday.
Take this chance to have your say on the goals we’re working towards for our city.
The Sunday Star-Times is examining how Covid-19 has impacted our social lives. Are you having less social connection or are you less likely to see people? Do you feel lonely during the week? We're keen to talk to people about how their social contact has changed since the lockdown. If … View moreThe Sunday Star-Times is examining how Covid-19 has impacted our social lives. Are you having less social connection or are you less likely to see people? Do you feel lonely during the week? We're keen to talk to people about how their social contact has changed since the lockdown. If you're happy to be interviewed and identified, please email kelly.dennett@stuff.co.nz.
Give living spaces a summery lift with these fun fruity homewares and Resene testpots.
Make the most of this weekend with these easy project ideas from Resene. Find out how to create them yourself
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