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1983 days ago

Mayoral Candidates Face the Public

Matt Shand Reporter from

The Mayoral Candidates have fronted the ratepayers to launch what could be the most hotly contested mayoral debates in the country.
An ensemble cast features in this upcoming production of: The Bus Driver (Murray Guy), The Pilot Preacher (Les Wallen), Mr Bella Vista (Danny Cancian), The Colonel … View more
The Mayoral Candidates have fronted the ratepayers to launch what could be the most hotly contested mayoral debates in the country.
An ensemble cast features in this upcoming production of: The Bus Driver (Murray Guy), The Pilot Preacher (Les Wallen), Mr Bella Vista (Danny Cancian), The Colonel (Tenby Powell), The Incumbent (Greg Brownless), Lady Justice (RangiMarie Te Amopiu-Kaa Kingi), and The Deputy (Kelvin Clout).

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1981 days ago

Dry Firewood - Available all winter

Linda from Whakatane District

1 x handystack of kiln-dried pine $240 comparable to 2m3 of split wood. No extra delivery charges.

A Handystack of Kiln-dried Pine Firewood is consistently dry, super-clean and easy to handle. Taking up less than half the space of split wood, there is no need to re-stack or endure damp, messy … View more
1 x handystack of kiln-dried pine $240 comparable to 2m3 of split wood. No extra delivery charges.

A Handystack of Kiln-dried Pine Firewood is consistently dry, super-clean and easy to handle. Taking up less than half the space of split wood, there is no need to re-stack or endure damp, messy split firewood. No bugs, no mess, no waste. Free delivery***restricted areas.

Our all-terrain mini forklift is able to place your firewood directly into your woodshed, garage or onto your porch.

We are a WINZ approved supplier, so feel free to ask for a WINZ quote.
Phone or message Linda on 021-909477 or visit our website: www.handystacks.co.nz...... to order online.

Price: $240

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1981 days ago
1981 days ago

Autumn art made easy

The Team from Resene ColorShop Whakatane

With autumn’s falling leaves, now is the perfect time to get creative. Here’s an art print inspired by the season’s magical colours captured with Resene testpots.

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

Find out how to create this quick and … View more
With autumn’s falling leaves, now is the perfect time to get creative. Here’s an art print inspired by the season’s magical colours captured with Resene testpots.

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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1982 days ago

Poll: Is it time to lower the speed limit on NZ's open roads?

Stacey Reporter from Stuff

Long-term road safety data from NZTA suggests speed limits on almost 90 per cent of the country's roads are too high and should be lowered.

In 2019 so far, 172 people have been killed on New Zealand's roads, six more than at the same time last year.

Ministry of Transport data for 2016, … View more
Long-term road safety data from NZTA suggests speed limits on almost 90 per cent of the country's roads are too high and should be lowered.

In 2019 so far, 172 people have been killed on New Zealand's roads, six more than at the same time last year.

Ministry of Transport data for 2016, the most recent available on its website, makes for sobering reading – 328 deaths from 286 fatal road crashes, or 0.9 deaths for every 10,000 vehicles.

To read more, click here

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Is it time to lower the speed limit on NZ's open roads?
  • 27.7% Yes
    27.7% Complete
  • 72.3% No
    72.3% Complete
2119 votes
1982 days ago

Annual Plan recommended for adoption

Richard Parfitt from Whakatāne District Council

Whakatāne District Council’s 2019/20 draft Annual Plan deliberations process continues to progress following a key Council meeting on 5 June. Council agreed to proceed with the key changes set out in the Annual Plan Consultation Document, with minor amendments considered at the second of two … View moreWhakatāne District Council’s 2019/20 draft Annual Plan deliberations process continues to progress following a key Council meeting on 5 June. Council agreed to proceed with the key changes set out in the Annual Plan Consultation Document, with minor amendments considered at the second of two deliberations meetings.

Mayor Tony Bonne says Council elected members had been thoughtful in their approach to public submissions and were able to incorporate a number of changes while keeping overall average rates increase in-line with what was consulted on through the Annual Plan Consultation Document.

Read the full article:
www.whakatane.govt.nz...

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1983 days ago

Home composting scheme a success

Richard Parfitt from Whakatāne District Council

The Home composting scheme, part of our efforts to reduce kerbside food waste and promote sustainable gardening, was a huge success! Thanks to waste-levy funding from the Ministry for the Environment, more than 700 of units were handed out to residents at a heavily subsidised fee over seven weeks.
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The Home composting scheme, part of our efforts to reduce kerbside food waste and promote sustainable gardening, was a huge success! Thanks to waste-levy funding from the Ministry for the Environment, more than 700 of units were handed out to residents at a heavily subsidised fee over seven weeks.
🍎🍕Nationally, food waste makes up approximately 30% of what people put in their kerbside bins.🥦 Given the success and the demand for composting solutions, we hope to do it again.

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1983 days ago

Poll: Is it time to raise New Zealand's superannuation age?

Stacey Reporter from Stuff

Outgoing Retirement Commissioner Diane Maxwell has been outspoken about the need to increase the pension age from 65.

"You used to get super for five years, then 10 and now 20 - soon it'll be 30. I'm not sure how we can fund people getting super for 30 years or more."

New … View more
Outgoing Retirement Commissioner Diane Maxwell has been outspoken about the need to increase the pension age from 65.

"You used to get super for five years, then 10 and now 20 - soon it'll be 30. I'm not sure how we can fund people getting super for 30 years or more."

New Zealand has one of the simplest pension schemes in the world - all you have to do is be old enough and have lived in the country long enough and you can get it.

But that also makes it expensive - about $14.5 billion this year. Jobseeker benefits, by comparison, cost just $1.7b and sole parent support $1.08b.

To read the story click here

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Is it time to raise New Zealand's superannuation age?
  • 22.2% Yes
    22.2% Complete
  • 71.1% No
    71.1% Complete
  • 6.6% I don't mind either way
    6.6% Complete
2257 votes
1984 days ago

Be in to WIN a Double Movie Pass!

Anna Smith from Beaurepaires Whakatane

Get exclusive offers from Beaurepaires straight to your inbox and you'll go in our monthly draw to WIN Double Movie Passes!

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1984 days ago

We want every child to know: What they have inside is greater than any obstacle!

Graeme Dingle Foundation

We make it our mission to help our youth grow in confidence, building strong communities and working towards a brighter future for all Kiwi kids.

Learn more about our work in the link provided.

#NZR #Rugby #AllBlacks #BlackFerns #GraemeDingleFoundation

www.youtube.com...

1985 days ago

Hello

Lorraine from Whakatane District

Hi everyone,
I have recently become a real estate agent in Whakatane with LJ Hooker. I have lived in the Eastern bay since 2004 and am driven to see this area succeed. I'm involved with various sports clubs through my kids. I'm the secretary of the Whakatane Judo club and a member of … View more
Hi everyone,
I have recently become a real estate agent in Whakatane with LJ Hooker. I have lived in the Eastern bay since 2004 and am driven to see this area succeed. I'm involved with various sports clubs through my kids. I'm the secretary of the Whakatane Judo club and a member of Whakatane Toastmasters and attend The Liberty Church with my family. I am driven to succeed in my new career and love that no two days are the same. I'm a problem solver by nature so if I see something that can be done better I will make suggestions. Oh and if you're needing a marriage celebrant, I can do that too.... Happy to be here on Neighbourly and I'm encouraged to see so many posts from our district.
Lorraine x

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1986 days ago

Te Ao with Moana

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1987 days ago

Winter warmers for gameday

Mainland Cheese

One of the best things about winter is having mates around to catch up over some hearty snacks and the entertainment of a big game.

Hearty gameday choices include blue cheese dip, fried camembert with paprika and parsley, halloumi chips with dukkah, chicken, spring onion and vintage cheddar … View more
One of the best things about winter is having mates around to catch up over some hearty snacks and the entertainment of a big game.

Hearty gameday choices include blue cheese dip, fried camembert with paprika and parsley, halloumi chips with dukkah, chicken, spring onion and vintage cheddar pizza and smoked cheese and chilli nachos.

So stop off at the chiller section of the supermarket to stock up on quality Mainland cheeses to help craft and create some delicious snacks. Then no matter how your team plays, your friends will go home happy.
Find out more

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1988 days ago

One myth about sport every parent should know

The Team from ACC New Zealand

All parents and grandparents should be aware of this myth about youth sport: Following an intensive training programme in a single sport at a young age does not increase your kid’s chances of becoming a world champion. A more realistic outcome is early burnout, loss of motivation and potential … View moreAll parents and grandparents should be aware of this myth about youth sport: Following an intensive training programme in a single sport at a young age does not increase your kid’s chances of becoming a world champion. A more realistic outcome is early burnout, loss of motivation and potential mental health issues in later life.

Since 2008 we’ve seen a 60% surge in sporting injuries among under 14s. This is twice that of any other age group.

We’ve talked with the experts to discover how to maintain Kiwi kids’ sporting balance, and how you can help them reach their potential:

One myth about kids sport every parent should know https://acc.nz/2QxTIro

Five ways to help your kids find sporting balance: https://acc.nz/2XitMT5
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1988 days ago

Poll: Have you had your flu jab yet?

Stacey Reporter from Stuff

So many doses of influenza vaccine have been given out this year that nationwide stocks are about to run out, just a week into the flu season.

To ensure those most in need can get the vaccine, the ministry is asking GPs and pharmacists to closely manage their stock levels and only vaccinate those … View more
So many doses of influenza vaccine have been given out this year that nationwide stocks are about to run out, just a week into the flu season.

To ensure those most in need can get the vaccine, the ministry is asking GPs and pharmacists to closely manage their stock levels and only vaccinate those who are eligible for publicly funded vaccines.

To read more, click here.

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Have you had your flu jab yet?
  • 56.9% Yes!
    56.9% Complete
  • 11.2% Not yet.
    11.2% Complete
  • 32% No, and I don't plan to.
    32% Complete
2582 votes
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