Whakatane District, Whakatane

Next Saturday is our online garage sale

Next Saturday is our online garage sale

So check out your home and take some photos of items that you want to sell!

1908 days ago

The Consumer’s Guide to Hearing Aids

Triton Hearing

When you are choosing a hearing aid it’s hard to know where to start. Get your FREE copy of the Consumer’s Guide to Hearing Aids - NZ’s only independent guide. Find out about all the best hearing aids, with feature, style and price guides, so it’s easy to choose the right hearing aid for … View moreWhen you are choosing a hearing aid it’s hard to know where to start. Get your FREE copy of the Consumer’s Guide to Hearing Aids - NZ’s only independent guide. Find out about all the best hearing aids, with feature, style and price guides, so it’s easy to choose the right hearing aid for your lifestyle and budget.

The Consumer’s Guide to Hearing Aids is available exclusively from Triton Hearing. Get your FREE copy now - call 0800 45 45 42 or visit tritonhearing.co.nz
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1909 days ago

Coastline clean-up happening tomorrow. Are you coming along?! 🍃

Reporter

Tauranga TelferYoung staff will be joining forces to clear as much rubbish as they can along the 2km stretch coastline between Matua and Otumoetai.

All are welcome to come along and help tomorrow (Wed 3rd), starting at Kulim Park at 3pm. Rubbish sacks provided, and please bring own gloves and … View more
Tauranga TelferYoung staff will be joining forces to clear as much rubbish as they can along the 2km stretch coastline between Matua and Otumoetai.

All are welcome to come along and help tomorrow (Wed 3rd), starting at Kulim Park at 3pm. Rubbish sacks provided, and please bring own gloves and suitable footwear.

Let's be as Neighbourly as possible and help keep our backyard clean and green!

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1910 days ago

Free

Julie from Whakatane District

I have a ring neck bird, he is light 2 tone green to give to a good home.

my number is 0278382097

Free

1910 days ago

Have you nominated yet?!?!?!

Women of Influence

Nominations are closing soon for the 2019 Women of Influence Awards!

Nominate the local hero or thought-leader in your community for the 2019 Women of Influence Awards. Whether she’s involved in grassroots community work or a global leader, recognise the passionate women who are creating real … View more
Nominations are closing soon for the 2019 Women of Influence Awards!

Nominate the local hero or thought-leader in your community for the 2019 Women of Influence Awards. Whether she’s involved in grassroots community work or a global leader, recognise the passionate women who are creating real change and forging a path for others.

Head to www.womenofinfluence.co.nz... for more information.

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1910 days ago

Poll: Should learning about climate change be part of the school curriculum?

Stacey Reporter from Stuff

Climate change is the most critical issue of the moment, and has been described by our prime minister as her generation's "nuclear-free moment". Its impacts, regardless of your views on it, are only going to get greater.

Yet it is not part of our school curriculum.

Some experts say… View more
Climate change is the most critical issue of the moment, and has been described by our prime minister as her generation's "nuclear-free moment". Its impacts, regardless of your views on it, are only going to get greater.

Yet it is not part of our school curriculum.

Some experts say that has to change. It is such an existential threat that not to make it a requirement to teach children about climate change is doing them a great disservice, they say.

To read more, click here

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Should learning about climate change be part of the school curriculum?
  • 70.4% Yes, of course it should!
    70.4% Complete
  • 15.6% No, absolutely not.
    15.6% Complete
  • 14% I'm not bothered either way.
    14% Complete
1515 votes
1910 days ago

Your enrolment update pack is coming

Electoral Commission

Keep an eye on your letterbox for an enrolment update pack. Check it to make sure your details are correct, and then you know you’re ready to vote in the local elections.

Want to know more? Visit vote.nz or call us on 0800 36 76 56.
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1910 days ago

When she rises, we all rise

The Team from Women of Influence

Nominate a local hero for the 2019 Women of Influence Awards!

Whether she’s involved in grassroots community work or a global leader, help recognise the passionate women who are creating real change and forging a path for others.

Nominate a woman of influence before 15 July
Find out more

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1912 days ago

HALF PRICE MOVIES!

Stuff Pix

We've got a super special offer for Neighbourly members with 50% off a movie of your choice at Stuff Pix. Simply sign-up for free at stuffpix.co.nz, choose your movie from over 1,000+ titles and enter the rewards code: LOCALHALFPRICE

With hits like Aquaman, Glass, Mortal Engines and … View more
We've got a super special offer for Neighbourly members with 50% off a movie of your choice at Stuff Pix. Simply sign-up for free at stuffpix.co.nz, choose your movie from over 1,000+ titles and enter the rewards code: LOCALHALFPRICE

With hits like Aquaman, Glass, Mortal Engines and A Star is Born ready to stream what are you waiting for?

One redemption per user. Code expires 30 July 2019. Stuff Pix T&Cs apply.
Get 50% off!

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1913 days ago

Do you have a favourite recipe from NZ Gardener?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

To celebrate our 75th anniversary this year, we are publishing a special commemorative recipe book incorporating the best and most requested recipes from our archives. We would like to hear your memories of a dish that was served and enjoyed over and over again by friends and family. Readers whose … View moreTo celebrate our 75th anniversary this year, we are publishing a special commemorative recipe book incorporating the best and most requested recipes from our archives. We would like to hear your memories of a dish that was served and enjoyed over and over again by friends and family. Readers whose stories are included in the special will receive a free copy when it comes out in September! Click on the link below to tell us your story.

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1913 days ago

Whakatane Hospital calls for non-urgent patients to avoid emergency department

Neighbourly.co.nz

Whakatāne Hospital has experienced 'significant spikes' in emergency department attendances recently, with a number of days around the 100 patient mark.

ED Clinical Lead, Tamsin Davies, renewed a call for those who do not need emergency treatment to keep the department for those that … View more
Whakatāne Hospital has experienced 'significant spikes' in emergency department attendances recently, with a number of days around the 100 patient mark.

ED Clinical Lead, Tamsin Davies, renewed a call for those who do not need emergency treatment to keep the department for those that do.

“Treating those who do not need to be in ED has an impact on our care for those that do,” said Tamsin. Read more from the Hospital here.

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1913 days ago

Chop and serve!

The Team from Resene ColorShop Whakatane

What’s better than a chopping board that’s beautiful enough to use as a serving tray as well?

We took a plain wooden chopping board and spruced it up with an art deco-inspired pattern, using colours from the Resene range.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy … View more
What’s better than a chopping board that’s beautiful enough to use as a serving tray as well?

We took a plain wooden chopping board and spruced it up with an art deco-inspired pattern, using colours from the Resene range.

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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1913 days ago

Become a Teacher

Ministry Of Education

Take your place alongside our young people.

Every day, New Zealand teachers are creating brighter futures for young people, with lessons that can seem small but are significant in terms of their impact. These are lessons about important life skills such as perseverance, identity, respect and … View more
Take your place alongside our young people.

Every day, New Zealand teachers are creating brighter futures for young people, with lessons that can seem small but are significant in terms of their impact. These are lessons about important life skills such as perseverance, identity, respect and confidence.

Become a teacher and take your place alongside our young people. You’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in their lives; to strengthen communities and build a better future for our next generations.
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1914 days ago

Prepare for tertiary study!

Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi

If you are thinking of taking up tertiary study for the first time, or you’ve been out of study for a while, the NZ Certificate in Study and Career Preparation is a great place to start with pathways into our Nursing, Teaching and Humanities degrees.

Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi are … View more
If you are thinking of taking up tertiary study for the first time, or you’ve been out of study for a while, the NZ Certificate in Study and Career Preparation is a great place to start with pathways into our Nursing, Teaching and Humanities degrees.

Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi are offering this fee-free programme* at our Whakatāne Campus.

If you are looking for study options locally, we’d love to hear from you!

*conditions apply
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1915 days ago

Where would we be without our wonderful volunteers? 💙

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Thank you for all that you do...
this month and every month of the year!

#NSNZgetinvolved

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1915 days ago

You are greater than any obstacle

Graeme Dingle Foundation

Everyday Kiwi kids are faced with obstacles that can be hard to overcome. All Tamariki deserve the chance to have a great future – sometimes all they need is a helping hand and guidance along the way.

That’s what the Graeme Dingle Foundation does. Our programmes help young people thrive, … View more
Everyday Kiwi kids are faced with obstacles that can be hard to overcome. All Tamariki deserve the chance to have a great future – sometimes all they need is a helping hand and guidance along the way.

That’s what the Graeme Dingle Foundation does. Our programmes help young people thrive, develop confidence in who they are to make the most of their precious lives and become positive contributors to our communities.

We are proud to be the official charity of New Zealand Rugby.

Together we’re showing Kiwi Kids that what they have inside is greater than any obstacle.
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