Otumoetai, Tauranga

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482 days ago

Poll: Is the letterbox obsolete?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

With online being the main mode of communication these days, it's no wonder that there has been a worldwide mail decline and here in Aotearoa, NZ Post has needed to lay off 750 full-time staff. Do you think it's time to say goodbye to the trusty letterbox?

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Is the letterbox obsolete?
  • 5.3% Yes, it can go!
    5.3% Complete
  • 34.1% Not just yet, I still use it
    34.1% Complete
  • 60.6% Never, there'll always be a need for it
    60.6% Complete
3118 votes
479 days ago

BOOKS WANTED

Margaret from Pyes Pa

ANNUAL BOOK SALE 10, 11, 12 NOVEMBER 2023
TAURANGA RACECOURSE

Books and jigsaws wanted for Tauranga Harbour City Lions November Book Sale.
Drop off points are:
• Harvey Norman, Cameron Rd
• Bedpost, Tauriko
• Wet & Forget, Chapel St Centre
• Countdown Bethlehem Town Centre
View more
ANNUAL BOOK SALE 10, 11, 12 NOVEMBER 2023
TAURANGA RACECOURSE

Books and jigsaws wanted for Tauranga Harbour City Lions November Book Sale.
Drop off points are:
• Harvey Norman, Cameron Rd
• Bedpost, Tauriko
• Wet & Forget, Chapel St Centre
• Countdown Bethlehem Town Centre
• Bunnings DIY Section, Jean Batten Drive, Mt Maunganui

Please no magazines, encyclopedias –
Enquiries: please phone 021 0645360

480 days ago

Cleaning Tips to Give Your Second-Hand Furniture New Life

Owner from Curtain Clean BOP Ltd

Whether it’s wood, cane, fabric or leather, give your second-hand finds a sparkling new lease of life with these cleaning tips and tricks.

Vintage furniture can sometimes need a little TLC before it’s displayed in your home, and pieces you’ve had for a while may also be ready for a spring … View more
Whether it’s wood, cane, fabric or leather, give your second-hand finds a sparkling new lease of life with these cleaning tips and tricks.

Vintage furniture can sometimes need a little TLC before it’s displayed in your home, and pieces you’ve had for a while may also be ready for a spring clean. A quick wipe-down or wash will suffice for some things, but how do you tackle those harder-to-clean items?

Cane:
Cane chairs, tables, shelves and bedheads, with their small crevices, can be dust magnets. Fortunately, you can remove dust with a feather duster, or a vacuum cleaner with a brush attachment, and use an old toothbrush for hard-to-reach areas. To get rid of dirt, most items can be wiped down with a damp cloth, and stains tackled with a soft-bristled brush dipped in a mix of gentle dishwashing liquid and warm water. Make sure not to leave your cane furniture wet after cleaning as mould can grow. Dry it with a fan or leave outside in the sun.

Wood:
Dust wooden furniture gently with a soft cloth, or damp cloth if needed. According to the Smithsonian’s Museum Conservation Institute, wooden furniture should be cleaned only when there is a build-up of wax or dirt, and only unfinished wood, painted wood, or wood with a sturdy finish should be cleaned. Oily dirt or waxy residue can be removed with diluted mineral turpentine or a mix of mild detergent and water but take care this doesn’t affect the wood or finish (do a spot test somewhere unobtrusive first).

The Smithsonian recommends avoiding polishes, oils and beeswax, and to instead buff with a stable, hard furniture polish, no more than twice a year for areas of heavy wear, and once every three or four years for other areas. Most other products will do more harm than good as they cause a build-up over time which can be hard to remove.

Fabric and leather:
You can dust fabric or suede surfaces using the brush attachment of your vacuum cleaner (on low suction), and wipe leather with a soft, damp cloth. Don’t forget to clean in between the folds and creases of couches and chairs.

From dishwashing liquid to vinegar and baking soda, there are a number of household products you can use to attempt to get out a stain, but it is best to research the correct method for each specific item and type of stain and do a test first to ensure the product you’re using won’t damage the fabric.

Always dab rather than rub at the fabric to ensure you don’t weaken it. You may need to repeat the process a number of times to fully remove a stain, and stubborn stains may need to be seen to by a professional.

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481 days ago

Could you spot the signs of a heart attack?

Heart Foundation NZ

Heart attack is a leading cause of death in New Zealand.
Learn to recognise the warning signs and symptoms of a heart attack, so you know what to do if you see or experience them. Don’t try to walk it off, wash it off or push through it. Make the right call, it may save your life.

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480 days ago

Fifteenth Avenue intersection works

Communications from Tauranga City Council

A heads up that it might pay to avoid the Fifteenth Avenue/Cameron Road intersection if possible this weekend as we are installing replacement traffic lights from 6pm Friday 4 August to 6am Monday 7 August. Significant delays are expected.

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A heads up that it might pay to avoid the Fifteenth Avenue/Cameron Road intersection if possible this weekend as we are installing replacement traffic lights from 6pm Friday 4 August to 6am Monday 7 August. Significant delays are expected.

Vehicles travelling north and south along Cameron Road will be able to go straight through the intersection, and make left turns only. Digital information boards will be in place and more details about detours are available here bit.ly...

Thanks for your patience and understanding while we do this essential work.

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482 days ago

Street Care Tauranga City

Lonelle from Brookfield

Street Care Tauranga City is a group of people dedicated to helping those living on the streets. We provide meals, blankets, clothing and help to those to get off the streets. If you would like to help with any of these please contact us directly via the link below.

www.facebook.com...

Thank … View more
Street Care Tauranga City is a group of people dedicated to helping those living on the streets. We provide meals, blankets, clothing and help to those to get off the streets. If you would like to help with any of these please contact us directly via the link below.

www.facebook.com...

Thank you 😊

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483 days ago

Rental Available

Diane from Mount Maunganui

Early August. Bayfair Estate. 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, double garage. $700 pw Ph (no texts please) 0220784007. David

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483 days ago

2 cards for musical Mathilda

Friederike from Matua

Hi neighbour's, I have 2 spare tickets (one adult, one student) for the exciting and fun musical Mathilda on Oct. 7 at 7pm at Baycourt. The booked seats are K6 +7.
Is anybody interested?

Price: $120

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483 days ago

2 cards for musical Mathilda

Friederike from Matua

Dear neighbour's, I have 2 spare cards (one adult, one student) for the exciting musical 'Mathilda' on Sat. Oct. 7 at 7pm at Baycourt.
The seats are in K6 and 7.
Is anybody interested?

Negotiable

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483 days ago

2 cards for the musical 'Mathilda'

Friederike from Matua

Hi everybody, I have 2 spare tickets (one adult, one student) for the musical 'Mathilda' on Oct. 7 @ 7pm at Baycourt. The seats are K 7+8.
Is anybody interested?

Negotiable

483 days ago

BOOKS WANTED

Margaret from Pyes Pa

ANNUAL BOOK SALE 10, 11, 12 NOVEMBER 2023
TAURANGA RACECOURSE

Books and jigsaws wanted for Tauranga Harbour City Lions November Book Sale.
Drop off points are:
• Harvey Norman, Cameron Rd
• Bedpost, Tauriko
• Wet & Forget, Chapel St Centre
• Countdown Bethlehem Town Centre
View more
ANNUAL BOOK SALE 10, 11, 12 NOVEMBER 2023
TAURANGA RACECOURSE

Books and jigsaws wanted for Tauranga Harbour City Lions November Book Sale.
Drop off points are:
• Harvey Norman, Cameron Rd
• Bedpost, Tauriko
• Wet & Forget, Chapel St Centre
• Countdown Bethlehem Town Centre
• Bunnings DIY Section, Jean Batten Drive, Mt Maunganui

Please no magazines, encyclopedias –
Enquiries: please phone 021 0645360

485 days ago

BOOKS WANTED

Margaret from Pyes Pa

ANNUAL BOOK SALE 10, 11, 12 NOVEMBER 2023
TAURANGA RACECOURSE

Books and jigsaws wanted for Tauranga Harbour City Lions November Book Sale.
Drop off points are:
• Harvey Norman, Cameron Rd
• Bedpost, Tauriko
• Wet & Forget, Chapel St Centre
• Countdown Bethlehem Town Centre
•… View more
ANNUAL BOOK SALE 10, 11, 12 NOVEMBER 2023
TAURANGA RACECOURSE

Books and jigsaws wanted for Tauranga Harbour City Lions November Book Sale.
Drop off points are:
• Harvey Norman, Cameron Rd
• Bedpost, Tauriko
• Wet & Forget, Chapel St Centre
• Countdown Bethlehem Town Centre
• Bunnings DIY Section, Jean Batten Drive, Mt Maunganui

Please no magazines, encyclopedias –
Enquiries phone 021 0645360

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485 days ago

HP ink cartridges

Carol from Otumoetai

1 each HP63 [tri-colour] and HP63XL [black] unused in original sealed packaging. Well under half current price. Phone Carol on 0211167568

Price: $50

485 days ago

Colour your summer

The Team from Resene ColorShop Tauranga

Get creative with colour with these art projects using Resene paints.

Find out how to get creative with these easy ideas.

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485 days ago

Trust Horizon, Light Up Whakatāne light festival

Whakatane City Council

Using the darkness of winter, Whakatāne's annual festival will be held over ten nights from 28th July to 6th August 2023. The light festival will delight, with light activations and digital displays by both local and regional artists.

Art works will be installed in various locations … View more
Using the darkness of winter, Whakatāne's annual festival will be held over ten nights from 28th July to 6th August 2023. The light festival will delight, with light activations and digital displays by both local and regional artists.

Art works will be installed in various locations encouraging visitors to walk amongst our parks through the town centre and along the riverside to enjoy and delight at the lighting and digital displays.
Find out more

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