Ohauiti, Tauranga

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DIY right first time #resenetip

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1447 days ago

Your favourite ever summer holiday

Lorna Thornber Reporter from Stuff Travel

Hi everyone,
Now that summer's finally here and the holidays are just around the corner for many, we'd love to hear about your favourite summer holiday memories. Has there been a trip that you continue to think about years later? Where did you go, with who and what did you get up to? … View more
Hi everyone,
Now that summer's finally here and the holidays are just around the corner for many, we'd love to hear about your favourite summer holiday memories. Has there been a trip that you continue to think about years later? Where did you go, with who and what did you get up to? What made it such a stand-out experience? As usual, please put 'NFP' in your comment if you don't want it included in a travel article. Cheers.

1447 days ago

Water conservation this summer

Communications from Tauranga City Council

The Western Bay of Plenty District Council is warning its community about drought conditions. We are in the same boat and continue to monitor developments.

Recent rain is easing the pressure on our water supply somewhat but not enough to change the outlook. This summer will be hot and humid, and … View more
The Western Bay of Plenty District Council is warning its community about drought conditions. We are in the same boat and continue to monitor developments.

Recent rain is easing the pressure on our water supply somewhat but not enough to change the outlook. This summer will be hot and humid, and how we use our water will determine the need for water restrictions.

Let’s make every day a water conservation day.

Photo/Bay of Plenty Regional Council.

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1441 days ago

WAIKATO CHRISTMAS MARKET

Lyn from Tauranga Tasting Tours & Charters

Waikato's very own Christmas market features a gorgeous selection of quality artisan goods and beautifully-handcrafted gifts, fine art, skin-care, wooden toys, leather-ware, candles, fresh food and more - all showcasing our talented local enterprise.

"Set in the beautiful grounds of … View more
Waikato's very own Christmas market features a gorgeous selection of quality artisan goods and beautifully-handcrafted gifts, fine art, skin-care, wooden toys, leather-ware, candles, fresh food and more - all showcasing our talented local enterprise.

"Set in the beautiful grounds of Claudelands; we bring the charm and magic of Christmas to the fabulous Barn for a festive market like no other.You'll find unique gifts for that special someone, and soak up the Christmas atmospere with delicious fresh food to enjoy, live music, and special appearances from Santa himself."
We'll be taking our bus over to the market from Tauranga December 12. Phone (07)5441383 to reserve your seat.
COST: $40.00pp.(Door-to-door transport & entry)

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1441 days ago

"Risk to native flora" - Kmart recalls wreath decoration

Neighbourly.co.nz

The Ministry of Primary Industries has recalled a Kmart wreath which may potentially harbour unwanted organisms.

In a release, the Product Recalls website stated that the treatment given to the product has been ineffective and that customers should return their wreaths to Kmart for a full … View more
The Ministry of Primary Industries has recalled a Kmart wreath which may potentially harbour unwanted organisms.

In a release, the Product Recalls website stated that the treatment given to the product has been ineffective and that customers should return their wreaths to Kmart for a full refund.

What you need to know:
- The wreath was sold at Kmart stores between 26 September 2020 to 27 November 2020.
- The product is labelled "Wicker wreath with native foliage and berries." The batch number is 28/20.
- The APN number is 9341107552810.

Any queries or concerns should be directed to Kmart Customer Service available Monday-Friday between 8.00am and 5.00pm on 0800 945 995.

For further information, please visit the Government's Product Recall Website.

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1441 days ago

Old Wooden Oars Wanted

Warren from Oropi

Looking to buy one or more wooden oars. Any condition. Please call or txt Warren Young on 0274922842.

1445 days ago

Housing choice plan change - have your say

Communications from Tauranga City Council

We regularly review our City Plan to monitor it’s effectiveness and to respond to any emerging issues.

Our housing shortage is a good example. As we grow, we need to ensure we have enough homes for people to live in and housing types to accommodate our changing population. To allow Tauranga to … View more
We regularly review our City Plan to monitor it’s effectiveness and to respond to any emerging issues.

Our housing shortage is a good example. As we grow, we need to ensure we have enough homes for people to live in and housing types to accommodate our changing population. To allow Tauranga to grow up as well as out and enable more housing choice, our City Plan rules need to make it easier to provide for more types of housing.

Head over to our website to find out what we’re proposing and have your say.

Remember, what you do with your house or land is up to you – but the proposed changes would open up a wealth of opportunity for our community and our city over time.

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1442 days ago

2015 Honda Jazz, excellent order

Pip from Hairini

We are selling our great little Jazz, which has done 58,000k. Always serviced by Honda. We are the third owner and have had it since 2017.
See Trademe listing, description and photos. Car can be viewed in Welcome Bay, Tauranga.

www.trademe.co.nz...

Price: $15,500

1443 days ago

Why you DON'T put curtains in the washing machine

Owner from Curtain Clean BOP Ltd

Recently we have been taking care of (fixing) curtains that have been put in the washing machine. There are a number of reasons why this is a terrible idea.

Firstly, we take many measures to ensure your curtains get as clean as possible without shrinkage or colour loss. Recently we have had to … View more
Recently we have been taking care of (fixing) curtains that have been put in the washing machine. There are a number of reasons why this is a terrible idea.

Firstly, we take many measures to ensure your curtains get as clean as possible without shrinkage or colour loss. Recently we have had to re-wash curtains that have been washed but there is still traces of mould or live mould left on the curtain. We take careful steps to ensure this is eliminated as much as possible on the curtain fabric, and can always remove it from linings. These results are simply unable to be duplicated in a home environment.

Spray on curtain cleaning products contain sodium hypochlorite, aka bleach. If you use products to remove mould, it can result in colour loss. This is one of the more common problems we have seen. We test all fabric before cleaning to be sure of what cleaners can be used with it.


Washing curtains in the washing machine can result in other damage – curtains need to be handled with care, especially older fabrics. It is expensive getting a curtain re-lined due to rips – we take extra care in preventing this from happening.


In addition to the above – most of the time, they will come out of the machine wrinkly and look terrible, no matter the fabric type. Our service ensures they look great and ‘like new’ as they can when returned to you (and of course, fresh and clean).

Don’t make the same mistake, call us (the experts) instead.

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1443 days ago

Read this - your HOUSE depends on it

Rebecca from Tauriko

FLOOD PROTECTION IS COUNCILS RESPONSIBILITY

Council has decided that YOU are responsible for Flood Protection. Your property may be treated like a leaky building – blacklisted on your LIM with Plan Change 27. This plan change may also:

• Significantly reduce the value of your home

• … View more
FLOOD PROTECTION IS COUNCILS RESPONSIBILITY

Council has decided that YOU are responsible for Flood Protection. Your property may be treated like a leaky building – blacklisted on your LIM with Plan Change 27. This plan change may also:

• Significantly reduce the value of your home

• Prevent you from doing any building work on your property – even erecting a fence

• Give them rights to use your property without asking

• Vastly increase your house insurance costs


Flood Protection is Council’s responsibility. Private properties are NOT pipes. Do not accept this plan change. There are only just days left to submit, the deadline is 18 December 2020. Remember everyone in your household can submit. VOLUME counts.


What can you do?

- Submit against the plan change – email rejectplan27bop@gmail.com for help and a template response (OR see below for a letter template)

- Submit against the time frame - visit www.papamoaprogressive.co.nz... or email rejectplan27bop@gmail.com for help and a template response

- Read on to understand how they are doing this – see attached flyer

- Tell your neighbours, friends, post on FB and neighbourly – ask them to submit too


Flood map make sure you enable the “layers list” for plan 27 on the right hand side of the screen. Enter your address at the top right – be sure to zoom out and see how enormous this issue is: gisapps.tauranga.govt.nz...


Plan Change 27 – Flooding from Intense Rainfall

www.tauranga.govt.nz...


Flooding from Intense Rainfall Guideline document

www.tauranga.govt.nz...



Email the following people:
democracy.services@tauranga.govt.nz, marty.grenfell@tauranga.govt.nz, susan.jamieson@tauranga.govt.nz, janine.speedy@tauranga.govt.nz, coral.hair@tauranga.govt.nz, heidi.hughes@tauranga.govt.nz, andrew.hollis@tauranga.govt.nz, kelvin.clout@tauranga.govt.nz, john.robson@tauranga.govt.nz, steve.morris@tauranga.govt.nz, tina.salisbury@tauranga.govt.nz, larry.baldock@tauranga.govt.nz, dawn.kiddie@tauranga.govt.nz, bill.grainger@tauranga.govt.nz



December 2, 2020

Attn: Democracy Services, Marty Grenfell, Susan Jamieson, Carol Hair,

I am writing in response to a council letter dated November 10, 2020 regarding proposed Plan Changes including Plan Change 27.

I formally request that the Council:

• Send redrafted information letters to all property owners affected by Plan Change 27 containing clearer information and explaining the potential implications of the change on home owners and residential development.

• Extend the submission period to April 30, 2021 to allow adequate time for consideration.

• Make information sessions available in February to provide a timely opportunity for all residents to digest the information and respond.

• Amend the submission format to allow homeowners to make submissions in their own words, rather than in a prescribed format.

The information available online fails to describe the impact on property owners. As such it is misleading. This time frame for submissions is unreasonable and I note is on the cusp of the festive season when residents are planning holidays.

The letter council sent contains an error in that it tells readers the changes took legal effect on November 16, 2020. Notwithstanding that, many residents impacted by the changes have received no communication from council.

The times and locations of the public consultations discriminate against anyone working full time as sessions are largely during work hours (3-6pm). Just one weekend option is available.

Yours sincerely,

1444 days ago

toyota starlet

Nigel from Welcome Bay

1996 starlet,4wd,135000kms, cambelt changed at100000kms,new suspension struts,new alternator,2new tyres and wheel alignment just been done,recent new battery, economical little runaround ,1 lady owner for the past 12 years,bit of sunfade and the odd little scratch,nothing serious ,car has been well… View more1996 starlet,4wd,135000kms, cambelt changed at100000kms,new suspension struts,new alternator,2new tyres and wheel alignment just been done,recent new battery, economical little runaround ,1 lady owner for the past 12 years,bit of sunfade and the odd little scratch,nothing serious ,car has been well maintained and have receipts for the work done $2950 ono tel 075443241/0273015926

Price: $2,950

1444 days ago

15 more chances to win...

Santa in the Suburbs

You will have noticed that our Neighbourly blue-feathered Santa has been giving out presents right across New Zealand, yet the Santa sack is still full!

Enter the daily draw by finding the secret Santa code hidden within a post on your Neighbourly newsfeed and enter it on our … View more
You will have noticed that our Neighbourly blue-feathered Santa has been giving out presents right across New Zealand, yet the Santa sack is still full!

Enter the daily draw by finding the secret Santa code hidden within a post on your Neighbourly newsfeed and enter it on our Santa in the Suburbs competition page.

Don't miss today's prize - a luxurious night in the executive suite of the Heritage Hotel.
Find Out More

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1444 days ago

It's International Volunteer Day!

The Team from Red Cross Shop Greerton

To our RC Shop Volunteers,

Thank you for your amazing support and the kindness you show Red Cross. Our shop couldn’t do it without you, you are the heart of our work and we are very grateful for the service you give to our shop. Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!

If you are not a Red Cross Shop … View more
To our RC Shop Volunteers,

Thank you for your amazing support and the kindness you show Red Cross. Our shop couldn’t do it without you, you are the heart of our work and we are very grateful for the service you give to our shop. Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!

If you are not a Red Cross Shop Volunteer yet and you would like to become one, just hit the Read More button for further information.

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1445 days ago

Anyone can be Nymbl

The Team from ACC New Zealand

Now you can get better balance, in the comfort and safety of your own home, with Nymbl - the easy-to-use smartphone app.

Nymbl gives you simple body movements, combined with brain challenges like trivia, to really improve your balance. It’s fun and only takes only 10 minutes a day.

Get … View more
Now you can get better balance, in the comfort and safety of your own home, with Nymbl - the easy-to-use smartphone app.

Nymbl gives you simple body movements, combined with brain challenges like trivia, to really improve your balance. It’s fun and only takes only 10 minutes a day.

Get Nymbl now, for free. Just go to fallsfree.co.nz and follow the easy instructions.
Register now

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1445 days ago

Need Christmas gifts in a hurry?

Not Socks Gifts Ltd

Avoid the malls & shop at NZ’s #1 online gift store. We have a HUGE range of fun, new & different Christmas gifts that you won’t find anywhere else.

AND… if it’s on our website, it’s in our warehouse – so you’ll receive your order within 24 to 72hrs. Plus, delivery is FREEView more
Avoid the malls & shop at NZ’s #1 online gift store. We have a HUGE range of fun, new & different Christmas gifts that you won’t find anywhere else.

AND… if it’s on our website, it’s in our warehouse – so you’ll receive your order within 24 to 72hrs. Plus, delivery is FREE over $85.

Proudly New Zealand owned & operated for over 10 years.
Find out more

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1445 days ago

BLEWDEN LILIES & SHOPPING CAMBRIDGE/TIRAU DECEMBER 10

Lyn from Tauranga Tasting Tours & Charters

We went on this tour late last year to three very different venues. It was an opportunity to get that different extra-special gift or perhaps spoil yourself. Unfortunately, many that wanted to come had functions that clashed with the date.
The tour was such a success that we decided to redo it, … View more
We went on this tour late last year to three very different venues. It was an opportunity to get that different extra-special gift or perhaps spoil yourself. Unfortunately, many that wanted to come had functions that clashed with the date.
The tour was such a success that we decided to redo it, although we changed one venue. Then Covid - 19 prevented the second tour being re-done. However, we are persisting! The venues to be visited and enjoyed again are:
-Lilies by Blewden- Leamington (you may have seen David ion TV in the Covid ads.)
-The Interiors Barn Tirau
- Our new venue is The Heritage Gallery, Cambridge.
You will be given time for shopping in Cambridge before we move on to Tirau.
COST: $45.00pp. (door-to-door transport & Blewden Lilies).
tgatastingtours@xtra.co.nz or Ph:0275224607

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