Lake Matahina, Whakatane

Got something to swap or sell?

Got something to swap or sell?

Head to Market if you need to buy or list uniforms, books or bikes.

1773 days ago

Do more of what you love!

Bob Owens Retirement Village

We'll pull the weeds, so you can play with your grandkids.

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1774 days ago

Council considers boundary change request from Kawerau District Council

The Team from Whakatāne District Council

Whakatāne District Council is considering a proposal by Kawerau District Council to change the boundary between the two districts.

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1774 days ago

Support your local community with My Challenge

Challenge Fuel

My Challenge is a rewards programme designed to make a difference.

You can earn points, save on fuel with discounts and support your local community by donating your points or discounts.
Find out more

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1775 days ago

ROAD CLOSURE: State Highway 30

Neighbourly.co.nz

State Highway 30, near Awakeri, is closed after a car and ute crash just before 8:30am.

Multiple injuries have been reported.The closure will be in place for some time, and motorists are advised to expect delays.

Diversions: Eastbound: Take Te Rahu rd, left onto Selwyn rd, left onto Paroa … View more
State Highway 30, near Awakeri, is closed after a car and ute crash just before 8:30am.

Multiple injuries have been reported.The closure will be in place for some time, and motorists are advised to expect delays.

Diversions: Eastbound: Take Te Rahu rd, left onto Selwyn rd, left onto Paroa rd, left onto Fortunes rd and re-join SH30, for Westbound reverse.
Keep up to date here.
Source: SunLive

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1775 days ago

Council calls for changes to legislation

The Team from Whakatāne District Council

Whakatāne District Council is seeking a meeting with Local Government Minister Nanaia Mahuta to discuss what it says are flaws in the local electoral legislation.

These flaws were exposed in the process that had to be followed for the tie and recount in last month's Galatea-Murupara Ward … View more
Whakatāne District Council is seeking a meeting with Local Government Minister Nanaia Mahuta to discuss what it says are flaws in the local electoral legislation.

These flaws were exposed in the process that had to be followed for the tie and recount in last month's Galatea-Murupara Ward election.

This saw candidate Hinerangi Goodman declared the winner by ballot, inaugurated to Council, then declared unsuccessful following a recount.

Whakatāne District Mayor Judy Turner acknowledged the profound hurt caused to both candidates, their supporters and whānau through the election process.

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1776 days ago

Laying Hens at the point of lay

Roger from Gisborne District

Hyline Chooks nearing the point of lay. These have been inoculated, checked and reared on fresh pasture in a mobile coop. They are quiet but very productive and eat a wide range of foods. Will be laying from 28th January onwards and will lay nearly 1 per day for two years. Price will increase by … View moreHyline Chooks nearing the point of lay. These have been inoculated, checked and reared on fresh pasture in a mobile coop. They are quiet but very productive and eat a wide range of foods. Will be laying from 28th January onwards and will lay nearly 1 per day for two years. Price will increase by $1per week till they reach $35 at point of lay. If you think you may be interested, ring to place and order, 50 available, on Back Ormond Road
Happy to deliver in and around Gisborne and provide advice on feeding and health. Phone Paula 021 140 4667.

Price: $30

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1777 days ago

Poll: Would you pay to use your neighbours' swimming pool?

The Team Reporter from Stuff

People rent out baches, rooms in their houses, their garages and car parking spaces, so surely hiring out swimming pools is the next logical step.

A new app lets people hire their private pools by the hour, but it hasn't come to New Zealand - yet.

To read more, click here.

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Would you pay to use your neighbours' swimming pool?
  • 28.6% Yes please!
    28.6% Complete
  • 71.4% No, that's weird.
    71.4% Complete
1561 votes
1777 days ago

Together with New Zealand Police we're shutting the gate on rural crime! 🐮❤️

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Learn more about our new rural crime prevention signs, now available for purchase to the public, on our website: neighbourhoodsupport.co.nz or click the 'Read More' link below. 📰

#safercommunitiestogether

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1777 days ago

Have you had a plant stolen?

Mikaela Wilkes Reporter from Homed

Hi neighbours,

We're to keen to know if pot plant and garden thievery is still a common problem and what people are doing about it.

If you've had a pot plant or something else taken from your garden in the last year and would like to share, could you please email homed@stuff.co.nzView more
Hi neighbours,

We're to keen to know if pot plant and garden thievery is still a common problem and what people are doing about it.

If you've had a pot plant or something else taken from your garden in the last year and would like to share, could you please email homed@stuff.co.nz with your name, your neighbourhood and a quick recap of what was taken and how it happened.

We'd love to hear from you!

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1777 days ago

🚧 Temporary Road/Track Closure: Muriwai Drive/Nga Tapuwae o Toi, Tuesday 12th November 2019

The Team from Whakatāne District Council

🚧 Temporary Road/Track Closure: Muriwai Drive/Nga Tapuwae o Toi, Tuesday 12th November 2019

Tomorrow/Tuesday a helicopter will be installing a new aerial for the Whakatāne Coastguard - installation timing is subject to weather conditions. The drop zone is on the hill above the road.

During … View more
🚧 Temporary Road/Track Closure: Muriwai Drive/Nga Tapuwae o Toi, Tuesday 12th November 2019

Tomorrow/Tuesday a helicopter will be installing a new aerial for the Whakatāne Coastguard - installation timing is subject to weather conditions. The drop zone is on the hill above the road.

During the installation and helicopter presence, the road below and track above the drop zone will be temporarily closed.

We appreciate your patience as this work is completed.

📷 image courtesy of Google, all rights reserved.

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1777 days ago

Poll: Should the government keep the 90-day tenant eviction notice?

Neighbourly.co.nz

People will have to put up with offensive behaviour from difficult tenants if the government goes ahead with plans to remove the 90-day notice period for evictions. What do you think? Should the government keep the 90-day tenant eviction notice? Vote in the poll below.

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Should the government keep the 90-day tenant eviction notice?
  • 80.7% Absolutely - I’ve personally dealt with bad neighbours
    80.7% Complete
  • 14% No - tenants could be evicted unfairly
    14% Complete
  • 5.3% I don’t have an opinion
    5.3% Complete
1381 votes
1779 days ago

Give The Gift That Keeps On Giving

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This Christmas, Save up to 30% off your favourite magazine titles like NZ Gardener, NZ House & Garden, TV Guide and many other magazine titles.

Visit Mags4gifts or call 0800 624 444 to order! Sale ends Boxing day 2019.

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1779 days ago

Would you like to win a Vegepod?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

We have six sets of medium-sized Vegepods to give away. Enter the competition now!

1779 days ago

Better Later Life – He Oranga Kaumātua 2019 to 2034

Office for Seniors

Hi Neighbours!

The Minister for Seniors Tracey Martin has released the new strategy for our ageing population, Better Later Life – He Oranga Kaumātua 2019 to 2034.

Like the rest of the developed world, New Zealand has an ageing population. This means there are some things we must consider … View more
Hi Neighbours!

The Minister for Seniors Tracey Martin has released the new strategy for our ageing population, Better Later Life – He Oranga Kaumātua 2019 to 2034.

Like the rest of the developed world, New Zealand has an ageing population. This means there are some things we must consider and prepare for as a country.

Better Later Life takes a fresh look at what is required to ensure New Zealand is a great place to age and achieve the vision of making sure older people lead valued, connecting and fulfilling lives.

The strategy's key areas for action will be used to guide the priorities of what needs to happen in our action plan.

To read the strategy click here: bit.ly...

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1779 days ago

A handy hack for your vege garden

The Team from Resene ColorShop Whakatane

River-stone markers are the perfect way to identify your freshly planted seeds and seedlings, while adding a decorative touch to your vegetable garden.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene.

Find out how to create this quick and easy project yourself

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