Ranana-Kakatahi, Wanganui

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2549 days ago

Catch a selfie with Santa this weekend...

Harvey Norman

Hey neighbours, did you know that you and the kids can catch Santa at your local Harvey Norman this weekend? Head in store for a FREE 6x4 photo with Santa between 11am – 2pm this Saturday and Sunday. If you're still looking for the perfect gift for friends and family, grab a Santa Photo … View moreHey neighbours, did you know that you and the kids can catch Santa at your local Harvey Norman this weekend? Head in store for a FREE 6x4 photo with Santa between 11am – 2pm this Saturday and Sunday. If you're still looking for the perfect gift for friends and family, grab a Santa Photo pack! Find out more about Santa's visit here.

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2549 days ago

Your Homed intro...

Colleen O'Hanlon Reporter from Homed

Hi there, it's nice to 'meet' you. You might be new to Homed so I thought I'd let you know we're the new-ish kid on the block when it comes to serving up inspiring ideas for your home and outdoor spaces.

We'd love to hear from you - especially if you have a … View more
Hi there, it's nice to 'meet' you. You might be new to Homed so I thought I'd let you know we're the new-ish kid on the block when it comes to serving up inspiring ideas for your home and outdoor spaces.

We'd love to hear from you - especially if you have a fabulous or interesting home you'd like to share with your neighbours and our audience.

Otherwise, stay posted for great ideas coming your way. You can find us at www.homed.co.nz... and hear a little more from me in the video.

Bye for now.

2550 days ago

Have you seen our House and Land Packages?

Natasha Hedge from Jennian Homes Manawatu

We have some stunning House and Land Packages across the Manawatu and Rangitikei to fit all budgets!

Get in contact with Vicky 027 886 0122 or Haydon 027 300 0390 today!

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2550 days ago

Parcel Leave - for first time delivery

NZ Post

Are you buying gifts online this festive season? You can make sure they arrive at your place first time with Parcel Leave. Simply tell us where to leave your parcel if you can’t be home to sign for it. It could be in the playhouse, under the BBQ, next to the shed or anywhere else that’s nice … View moreAre you buying gifts online this festive season? You can make sure they arrive at your place first time with Parcel Leave. Simply tell us where to leave your parcel if you can’t be home to sign for it. It could be in the playhouse, under the BBQ, next to the shed or anywhere else that’s nice and dry.
Sign up for Parcel Leave now.
Sign up for Parcel Leave

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2550 days ago

The Neighbourly Christmas Elves have gone NUTS

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Sleigh bells are ringing and the end of the year is approaching. We've been celebrating the lead up to Christmas by giving away sacks of goodies to our members! Today is day THREE of our 12 days of Christmas celebrations...

Make sure you keep checking our Christmas Blog each day to see if … View more
Sleigh bells are ringing and the end of the year is approaching. We've been celebrating the lead up to Christmas by giving away sacks of goodies to our members! Today is day THREE of our 12 days of Christmas celebrations...

Make sure you keep checking our Christmas Blog each day to see if you, or your neighbour have won something special from us!
Are you a winner?

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2551 days ago

Take action now and check its alright before you light.

The Team from Fire and Emergency NZ – Fire Safety

Fire and Emergency urges people to take action now ahead of a hot, dry summer

Firefighters do not join most Kiwis in welcoming the hot dry weather across the country, and are urging the public to take action now to keep their properties safe from fire.

This year is shaping up to be much drier … View more
Fire and Emergency urges people to take action now ahead of a hot, dry summer

Firefighters do not join most Kiwis in welcoming the hot dry weather across the country, and are urging the public to take action now to keep their properties safe from fire.

This year is shaping up to be much drier than previous years and with the La Nina conditions forecast, it is only going to get hotter and drier. This means a greater risk to life and property. With many areas going into Restricted fire seasons, people need to take action now.

Key fire safety tips include:
- Make sure your property has good access for firetrucks, and to water supplies.
- Have a well-practiced escape plan so everyone knows what to do if there is a fire.
- Call 111 immediately if you see any smoke.
- Maintain a defendable area free of vegetation around your home
- Store firewood in a cool dry place, not next to your home. It will dry out with the sun and heat and ignite easily.
- Be vigilant when carrying out activities with machinery that causes sparks and ignite a fire. Dampen down the surrounding area beforehand, and undertake the activity first thing in the morning when it is coolest. Remember to check the fire season at checkitsalright.nz as these activities may be fully prohibited due to the high risk of them starting a fire.

Use our fire safety checklist to help make sure your property is safe from vegetation fires this summer.

Go to checkitsalight.nz to check the fire danger in your area and watch this space for updates.

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2551 days ago

Join our Christmas 1 day sale celebrations this Thursday

SuperValue New Zealand

Hi neighbours! As part of our Christmas celebrations, we're holding a Christmas 1 DAY SALE this Thursday 7th Dec! Pop in and see us to get a whole heap of awesome savings and gear up for the festive season ahead. We have Ryans cooked ham for $7.99 kg, Bouton D'or cheese for $1.99 each, … View moreHi neighbours! As part of our Christmas celebrations, we're holding a Christmas 1 DAY SALE this Thursday 7th Dec! Pop in and see us to get a whole heap of awesome savings and gear up for the festive season ahead. We have Ryans cooked ham for $7.99 kg, Bouton D'or cheese for $1.99 each, plus loads more. We look forward to seeing you in-store! Find out more

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2551 days ago

Are you concerned about violence in New Zealand?

White Ribbon

Our young men are being exposed to violence and pornography in ever increasing amounts, and it is changing the way our young men think, and what they perceive is normal behaviour. Will you help us RAISE OUR BOYS by talking about Respectful Relationships and Respectful Sexual Relationships?

Find … View more
Our young men are being exposed to violence and pornography in ever increasing amounts, and it is changing the way our young men think, and what they perceive is normal behaviour. Will you help us RAISE OUR BOYS by talking about Respectful Relationships and Respectful Sexual Relationships?

Find out how to talk to your sons and use our Toolboxes at www.whiteribbon.org.nz or watch the film ‘Raise Our Men’ which provides an insight into how men are socialised into using violence. Help us end men’s violence towards women now.
Download the Toolboxes

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2554 days ago

We’ve dropped our online delivery fees

Countdown

Hi neighbours! What better way to celebrate the busy festive season than taking one job off the ‘to-do’ list – the weekly grocery shop! At Countdown we’ve recently dropped the price of our online shopping fees across both delivery and Pick up (formerly Click&Collect).

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Hi neighbours! What better way to celebrate the busy festive season than taking one job off the ‘to-do’ list – the weekly grocery shop! At Countdown we’ve recently dropped the price of our online shopping fees across both delivery and Pick up (formerly Click&Collect).

Pick up is now free if you spend $50 or more, or just $5 for all other orders. Online orders now have a flat-rate fee of $12 for orders up to $199.99, and $8 for orders $200 and over.

Head over to the Countdown website and try online shopping today.

Sally Copland
Countdown’s Head of Online
Try online shopping now!

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2555 days ago

Is your neighbour an Awesome Neighbour?

Electric Kiwi

We’ve had hundreds of you tell us just what makes your neighbour ‘awesome’ with some amazing stories. Do you have an awesome neighbour you haven’t told us about?

It could be a neighbour who donates time to a sports team in your neighbourhood or someone who brings your bins up the … View more
We’ve had hundreds of you tell us just what makes your neighbour ‘awesome’ with some amazing stories. Do you have an awesome neighbour you haven’t told us about?

It could be a neighbour who donates time to a sports team in your neighbourhood or someone who brings your bins up the driveway every week. Maybe they’re just really unique; the neighbour who drives that bright pink car or skateboards with the kids to school each day.

Tell us why your neighbour is awesome and you could win one of four $250 Prezzy® cards (plus one for your Awesome Neighbour).
Enter now

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2556 days ago

The Emergency Mobile Alert system is now live.

The Team from Ministry of Civil Defence & Emergency Management

If your life, health or property is in serious danger, an Emergency Mobile Alert could be sent to your mobile phone.
www.civildefence.govt.nz...

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2556 days ago

Santa Claus is coming to...Harvey Norman

Harvey Norman

He's going to be back this weekend! Make sure you head in store to tell Santa your Christmas wishlist - plus pick up your FREE 6”x4” photo with him too.

Stop by anytime between 11am – 2pm this Saturday and Sunday to meet the man in red. Looking for the perfect gift for friends and … View more
He's going to be back this weekend! Make sure you head in store to tell Santa your Christmas wishlist - plus pick up your FREE 6”x4” photo with him too.

Stop by anytime between 11am – 2pm this Saturday and Sunday to meet the man in red. Looking for the perfect gift for friends and family? How about a Santa Photo pack! Find out more about Santa's visit now.

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2557 days ago

Poll: How are you stepping up your cyber defence?

CERT NZ and Connect Smart

Cyber Smart Week is all about doing just one thing to keep your data safe. Doing more than one will help even more! So, what’s your one thing? Vote below..

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How are you stepping up your cyber defence?
  • 23.2% I’ve changed a password
    23.2% Complete
  • 25% I’ve turned on two-factor authentication (2FA)
    25% Complete
  • 27.9% I’ve checked my privacy settings
    27.9% Complete
  • 23.9% I’ve updated my operating system (OS)
    23.9% Complete
276 votes
2557 days ago

Have you read about our latest Win?

Natasha Hedge from Jennian Homes Manawatu

Jennian Homes has scored two big wins at the nation’s most prestigious building awards, bolstering its reputation for premium quality and outstanding workmanship.

At the Registered Master Builders 2017 House of the Year awards, the Jennian Homes Otago and Jennian Homes Manawatu franchisees … View more
Jennian Homes has scored two big wins at the nation’s most prestigious building awards, bolstering its reputation for premium quality and outstanding workmanship.

At the Registered Master Builders 2017 House of the Year awards, the Jennian Homes Otago and Jennian Homes Manawatu franchisees were judged to have built the best homes in two Gold Reserve National Finalist categories.

Jennian Homes Otago won top honours in the category Placemakers Volume/Group Housing New Home up to $450,000, for a home that was built in Dunedin.

Jennian Homes Manawatu snared first place in the category Placemakers Volume/Group Housing New Home $450,000 – $700,000 for a home built in Marton.

In addition to these wins, Jennian Homes Nelson Bays was a Gold Reserve National Finalist in the $450,000 to $700,000 category and Jennian Homes North Waikato was a Gold Reserve National Finalist for the Gib Show Home Award.

The winners were announced on Saturday night at a SkyCity gala dinner that was attended by 550 people including Building and Construction Minister Jenny Salesa and Housing Minister Phil Twyford.

Jennian Homes chief operating officer Aidan Jury says he is proud of the achievements of all regional teams, but the Otago, Manawatu, Nelson Bays and North Waikato franchisees, in particular, have proven that they are among the very best home builders in New Zealand.

“It’s satisfying to know that hard work and consistently high standards of workmanship across our franchisees have been recognised on the national stage,” Mr Jury says.

“Jennian Homes has built an award-winning reputation for excellence in customer service, design and craftsmanship for every home we build, and it’s reassuring to see that acknowledged.”

Jennian Homes Manawatu is operated by Tarsha Isles, Kirsty and Murray Brown, and Carmen Wineera. Tarsha says she nearly fell off her seat when the win was announced.

The Marton home was built with Jennian’s usual attention to detail, but Tarsha believes that fostering close relationships over time with contractors helps to ensure that homes are completed with excellent quality.

“Our motto is that we want every one of our clients to happy and move into a home they love,” Tarsha says.

“We give our clients the best house possible home for their budget – it doesn’t matter if it’s big or small”.

Jennian Homes Otago is owned operated by Hayden Davies and Debbie Payne.

Hayden says he is “very excited” by the win.

“Our all-encompassing attitude is that every house we build is someone’s home, and we always honour that” he says.

“We build every house to the same award-winning standard regardless of the budget. This means listening carefully to the customers’ needs and ideas – and then bringing those dreams to life.”

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2558 days ago

Pioneering heart surgery saved Bronwyn Troon of Taihape's life.

The Team from Heart Foundation - Manawatu Branch

Like many, Bronwyn had never thought much about her heart, until doctors discovered she had a life-threatening heart condition. Bronwyn is so grateful for the support of her community and now she is doing something to help other people fighting heart disease.

Read Bronwyn’s full story.

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