Te Puna, Tauranga

Ryman’s Walk in Wednesdays

Ryman’s Walk in Wednesdays

Ryman villages across the country are open every Wednesday in November.

1223 days ago

Are you eligible for 80% off Insulation and a Heat Pump?

The team from EnergySmart - Tauranga

The Warmer Kiwi Homes Subsidy wants Kiwis to be living in warm, dry and healthy homes and allows those eligible to get 80% off the cost of Insulation and a Heat Pump!

Visit our website to check your eligibility and book an assessment with one of our team.

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1223 days ago

Are you eligible for 80% off Insulation and a Heat Pump?

The team from EnergySmart - Tauranga

The Warmer Kiwi Homes Subsidy wants Kiwis to be living in warm, dry and healthy homes and allows those eligible to get 80% off the cost of Insulation and a Heat Pump!

Visit our website to check your eligibility and book an assessment with one of our team.

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1223 days ago

We have what you are looking for!

The Team from Red Cross Shop Greerton

Come on in to Greerton Red Cross Shop at 199 Chadwick Road in Greerton, we are open 9-5 pm Monday to Friday and Saturdays 9-3pm.
We have furniture, books, linen, clothes for everyone and all you need to set up your home.
Maybe you’d like to volunteer? Come on in and have a chat we’d love to … View more
Come on in to Greerton Red Cross Shop at 199 Chadwick Road in Greerton, we are open 9-5 pm Monday to Friday and Saturdays 9-3pm.
We have furniture, books, linen, clothes for everyone and all you need to set up your home.
Maybe you’d like to volunteer? Come on in and have a chat we’d love to have you join the team!

1228 days ago

Packing boxes

Kym from Bethlehem

Hi, does anyone know where I can get some strong packing boxes? TIA

1224 days ago

Winter Facial Special

Christine from Body Treatments

Treat yourself with a Luxury Relaxing Facial + lash + brow tint + shape for $80 (normally $100) using 100% organic products Azurlis which are made in New Zealand. Gift Vouchers are available . Appointments also available for Massage, Waxing, IPL and Homeopathy. Valid till end of July. Ph 5706270
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Treat yourself with a Luxury Relaxing Facial + lash + brow tint + shape for $80 (normally $100) using 100% organic products Azurlis which are made in New Zealand. Gift Vouchers are available . Appointments also available for Massage, Waxing, IPL and Homeopathy. Valid till end of July. Ph 5706270
bodytreatments@xtra.co.nz
www.body...

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1233 days ago

Annual Book Sale

Margaret from Greerton - Parkvale

Books and jigsaws wanted for Tauranga Harbour City Lions November Book Sale. Drop off points are:
Harvey Norman, Cameron Rd
Wet & Forget, Chapel St Centre
Countdown Bethlehem Town Centre
Gilmores Tauranga Crossing
Bunnings DIY Section, Jean Batten Drive, Mt Maunganui
Please no … View more
Books and jigsaws wanted for Tauranga Harbour City Lions November Book Sale. Drop off points are:
Harvey Norman, Cameron Rd
Wet & Forget, Chapel St Centre
Countdown Bethlehem Town Centre
Gilmores Tauranga Crossing
Bunnings DIY Section, Jean Batten Drive, Mt Maunganui
Please no magazines, encyclopedias - phone 5767105 or 021 0645360.

1225 days ago

Red Cross Tauranga Branch AGM

The Team from Red Cross - Tauranga Service Centre - Greerton

The Tauranga Branch of New Zealand Red Cross are holding their AGM on Monday the 2nd of August, 2021 at the Western Bay Service Centre, 245 Chadwick Road, Greerton.

The AGM will start at 12.30pm and there will be light refreshments provided.

Please RVSP to the Secretary by the 28th of July via … View more
The Tauranga Branch of New Zealand Red Cross are holding their AGM on Monday the 2nd of August, 2021 at the Western Bay Service Centre, 245 Chadwick Road, Greerton.

The AGM will start at 12.30pm and there will be light refreshments provided.

Please RVSP to the Secretary by the 28th of July via email secretary.tauranga@redcross.org.nz

The branch is looking for more committee members so if you are keen to make a difference in your community and would like to assist the branch in implementing new ideas and projects in the region please ask for a nomination form when you RSVP.

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1225 days ago

Concrete Sealant for drive and two patios

Dennis from Pyes Pa

Need the above sealed and polished

1225 days ago

Movie Magic at Home

Owner from Curtain Clean BOP Ltd

If your child is a real movie lover, then here are some Movie Magic activities to keep them busy over the school holidays.


Think outside the box (excuse the pun!), and create some real movie magic in your own home. Here are a few indoor ideas to get you started.


At home movie theatre … View more
If your child is a real movie lover, then here are some Movie Magic activities to keep them busy over the school holidays.


Think outside the box (excuse the pun!), and create some real movie magic in your own home. Here are a few indoor ideas to get you started.


At home movie theatre experience: It’s always nice to go out to the movies, but you can recreate that movie theatre feel at home, and turn an ordinary DVD, or streaming movie, into a real experience. Not only will your children have lots of fun, but with so many things to organise it will entertain them for a whole day or more.


Firstly choose a movie, and have your kids make a movie poster to advertise that it is ‘Coming Soon’ to your ‘at home’ theatre. Stick the poster to your lounge window, or if you’re really brave – to your letterbox.


Make invitations to attend the official premiere, and send them to your children’s friends with details of date, time and occasion. If you want, ask everyone to dress in fancy clothes so that the premiere can be extra special.


Set your lounge or theatre room up with rows of chairs, cushions or beanbags, and roll out a red carpet for your guests. If you don’t have a red rug, make a pathway with garden stakes up to your door, and tie on lots of red balloons. Make sure the curtains are closed, so the room is dark like a real theatre.


As your children’s guests arrive, greet them with a bag of sweet ‘n salty popcorn or a chocolate dipped ice-cream, and usher them to their seat with a torch. The premiere will be the talk of tinsel town!


Make your own movie: Think you might have a budding peter Jackson in the house? Have your children make their own movie with a video or sports camera, or even on your mobile phone. They can do the post-production editing using free phone apps, or there’s simple, free software you can download onto a desktop computer.


They will have to come up with a storyline first, and then spend time putting it together. You can even take them right through the process of drawing a movie storyboard and writing a short script. Of course there will also be the grand opening premiere at the end.

In some cities there are ‘movie making’ holiday programmes available, specifically using the computer. Start by asking your child’s school if they know of any movie making workshops, or check out your local computer shops. If all else fails, advertise at your local polytechnic, university or high school for a capable student who can help out. Give your child a few hours with an expert, and you’ll be amazed by what they come up with.

Hollywood ‘Walk of Fame’ paver: Nothing says Hollywood like a ‘Walk of Fame’ paver, and there are two ways to make one depending on the age and stage of your child. You can either buy a concrete paving stone and simply paint on their details, along with painted hand prints, or make a concrete paver right from scratch.


To make a mould, cut the bottom off a plastic bucket so you’re left with a dish approximately 5 cm deep. Mix up some quick set concrete and pour it into the dish. Using a stick (or the end of a paintbrush), draw on the Hollywood star and write your child’s details, then have them press their hands into the centre of the star.

Decorate the paver by pressing in pieces of coloured glass, tiles, old coins, marbles or shells. After 24 hours, or once the concrete is completely set, remove the paver from the mould and it’s ready to grace your ‘Walk of Fame’.



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1225 days ago

Vehicle Groomer Position Bay of Plenty Honda

Barry from Bethlehem

Hi neighbours, We are currently seeking someone to join our team as a vehicle groomer. What we are looking for:

- A can do attitude
- Focused and driven
- Clean and full drivers licence
- Can work unsupervised
- Trustworthy and honest
- Fast and efficient
- Willingness to learn and take … View more
Hi neighbours, We are currently seeking someone to join our team as a vehicle groomer. What we are looking for:

- A can do attitude
- Focused and driven
- Clean and full drivers licence
- Can work unsupervised
- Trustworthy and honest
- Fast and efficient
- Willingness to learn and take instruction

If you are interested or know of someone that may be suitable. Please drop your CV in to Barry Knight, BOP Honda, 326 Cameron Road, Tauranga.

1225 days ago

Fibreglass vs Wool Insulation

The team from EnergySmart - Tauranga

Check out our latest blog about the difference between these two common forms of insulation 👇

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1226 days ago

Apprenticeship opportunities available

Competenz

Are you or someone who know looking to start an apprenticeship? Check out our current job listings around the country!

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1227 days ago

Paint it red with Resene for Red Nose Day!

Resene ColorShop

Buy any red testpot from your local Resene owned ColorShop between 13-31 July 2021 and Resene will donate $1 to CureKids Red Nose Day!

The more red testpots you buy, the more will be donated! Offer applies to all retail purchases of Resene red testpots (excludes metallics and wood stains).

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Buy any red testpot from your local Resene owned ColorShop between 13-31 July 2021 and Resene will donate $1 to CureKids Red Nose Day!

The more red testpots you buy, the more will be donated! Offer applies to all retail purchases of Resene red testpots (excludes metallics and wood stains).

Help us make a difference to the health of kiwi children.
Find your local Resene ColorShop
Find out more

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1227 days ago

Refurbished Biford steel trailer.

Ron and Robyn from Pyes Pa

Size 6' x 4' or 1.8 metres x 1.2. metres for the the younger generation. Excellent tyres. Registration to July 2022 and WOF to October 2021.

Price: $995

1230 days ago

Staying Warm for Less

Owner from Curtain Clean BOP Ltd

Brace yourself. Severe weather is on its way for parts of the country and experts predict at least two days of icy temperatures, howling gales and torrential rain. Get the temperature up while keeping your power use down.

Our energy-saving tips will help reduce your overall electricity … View more
Brace yourself. Severe weather is on its way for parts of the country and experts predict at least two days of icy temperatures, howling gales and torrential rain. Get the temperature up while keeping your power use down.

Our energy-saving tips will help reduce your overall electricity consumption, meaning you won’t feel guilty for having a toasty home.


1. Don’t fear the electric blanket: they cost little to run (just over $10 per winter if used every night), especially compared to electric heaters. But only sleep with it on if it has a delay timer that can switch it off after a few hours. And it’s important not to neglect heating your bedroom – the World Health Organization recommends keeping bedrooms at 16°C.


2. Break out the crock pot: running a slow cooker all day uses a third of the electricity compared with cooking a roast in an electric oven for two hours.


3. Check your heat pump filter: it needs vacuuming every three months. The good news is it’s easy – just slide the cover off the front of your heat pump, lift out the filter and hoover away. If you haven’t cleaned it all year, you’ll immediately notice the difference. You don’t need to pay for a pricey heat pump service to get this sussed.


4. Clean your clothes dryer’s lint filter: don’t put your vacuum cleaner away just yet. Remove your clothes dryer’s lint filter, then give it a lux as well. This can significantly improve your dryer’s energy efficiency, thereby reducing its running costs.


5. Draught-proof your home: are your door hinges loose or your window latches rattly? Grab a screwdriver and tighten them up. This reduces the chance of nasty draughts blowing through your home. If that doesn’t work, buy some vinyl strips that adhere to the insides of the window frames to achieve a better seal between the window and the frame.


6. Cheapo double-glazing: you don’t have to be made of money to improve the heat retention of your windows - DIY window film, which fits across your frame and sits a little off the pane, can cost less than $10 per pane. You simply fit it to the frame to create an insulating layer of air between your room and the cold glass. Alternatively, taping bubble wrap to the window frames will achieve the same effect.


7. Light smarter: switch from your old incandescent, halogen or compact fluorescent (CFL) bulbs to LEDs. They use far less energy and last much longer.


8. Check your power deal: visit Powerswitch.org.nz to see if you could be getting a better deal for power elsewhere. If you’re on a spot-based tariff, consider switching for the winter to avoid the high spot prices currently experienced on cold winter evenings.


9. Shower smarter: grab a 10L bucket, chuck it under your shower and start timing. If it fills in less than a minute, your showerhead is a water-waster. You can snag a low-flow, energy-efficient showerhead for less than $100.

10. Revisit your childhood with a wheat bag or hot water bottle: it costs next to nothing to fill a hot water bottle or heat a wheat bag, and they’re a great way to keep the bed warm in a pinch.

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