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Is it time to ban the private sale of fireworks in favour of public displays only? Or is Guy Fawkes just a bit of flammable fun?
Would you like to see tighter restrictions on fireworks or are you a sparkler fiend who sees no problem with celebrating safely at home?
We want to know… View moreHi neighbours,
Is it time to ban the private sale of fireworks in favour of public displays only? Or is Guy Fawkes just a bit of flammable fun?
Would you like to see tighter restrictions on fireworks or are you a sparkler fiend who sees no problem with celebrating safely at home?
We want to know your opinion on the debate. To share your views in Stuff Nation, click here.
New Zealanders are embracing the reusable bag ahead of a plastic bag ban, but they could be carrying something else around – bacteria.
ACT leader David Seymour says 20 people could die each year using reusable bags.
"It's coming up to summer and people will be in a hot car with … View moreNew Zealanders are embracing the reusable bag ahead of a plastic bag ban, but they could be carrying something else around – bacteria.
ACT leader David Seymour says 20 people could die each year using reusable bags.
"It's coming up to summer and people will be in a hot car with their chicken in a canvas bag ... and suddenly, you've got a real serious case for poor food hygiene."
Food safety expert Steve Flint said it was a valid concern. Read more here
Learn the basics of Fly Fishing with the Rotorua Anglers Association “A to Z of Fly Fishing” class.
• Master the two basic casting techniques needed to put your fly where the fish are.
• Understanding trout habitat. The two different techniques for stream and lake fishing.
• Learn … View moreLearn the basics of Fly Fishing with the Rotorua Anglers Association “A to Z of Fly Fishing” class.
• Master the two basic casting techniques needed to put your fly where the fish are.
• Understanding trout habitat. The two different techniques for stream and lake fishing.
• Learn the three most successful flies for Rotorua trout fishing.
• Learn when and where to go fishing. Rotorua’s Hot Spots.
Course Fee. $120.00
All rods, reels and equipment needed for the duration of the course are supplied free of charge, or you can bring your own fishing gear if you prefer.
Next full weekend course, Saturday, Sunday, 24th and 25th November, at the Rotorua Anglers Association, Pererika St, Rotorua.
All Enquiries, Gavin Corbett 021 2263978 - corbettgavin@gmail.co.nz - www.rotoruaanglers.org.nz
Join our free, one day program and learn everything you need to manage your diabetes during the festive season. Avoid putting on weight and keep healthy ready for 2019!!
E:info@diabeteshelp.org.nz
Hi neighbours! Make the perfect pet bed for your furry friend that works with your décor. It's easy to make a handmade rope basket using touches of your favourite Resene colours with Resene testpots. Choose colours to suit your room’s colour scheme and match with your furry best friend! … View moreHi neighbours! Make the perfect pet bed for your furry friend that works with your décor. It's easy to make a handmade rope basket using touches of your favourite Resene colours with Resene testpots. Choose colours to suit your room’s colour scheme and match with your furry best friend! Make the most of your weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how to create this quick and easy project yourself.
Hey Bay of Plenty!
Subway® is celebrating World Sandwich Day today and we're helping feed the hungry in our community! Last year, we donated over 90,000 meals to KiwiHarvest. With your help, we can feed even more this year. So, join the Subway® Live Feed and head to your local … View moreHey Bay of Plenty!
Subway® is celebrating World Sandwich Day today and we're helping feed the hungry in our community! Last year, we donated over 90,000 meals to KiwiHarvest. With your help, we can feed even more this year. So, join the Subway® Live Feed and head to your local participating Subway® in Bay of Plenty. Buy a Sub. Get one FREE. AND Subway® will donate a meal to charity. Because everyone deserves a good feed.
Hey neighbours,
The royal tour is underway, and the Duke and Duchess will be covering quite a bit of ground across the country in the next few days.
Are you planning to line up and see Harry and Meghan? Perhaps you already spotted them during their first couple of outings in Wellington, or … View moreHey neighbours,
The royal tour is underway, and the Duke and Duchess will be covering quite a bit of ground across the country in the next few days.
Are you planning to line up and see Harry and Meghan? Perhaps you already spotted them during their first couple of outings in Wellington, or even managed to have a chat?
To find out when and where you need to be to have the best chance of seeing Harry and Meghan, click here for our detailed tour breakdown.
For the latest on the royals' visit, click here.
Share your thoughts on the royal tour and your plans for meeting our special visitors in the replies below. (Please add "NFP/not for print" if you do not want your images/ comments used on Stuff)
Creating safer communities means ensuring that no one lives in fear of harm on the streets or in their own home.
For the month of November, we want to raise awareness for all forms including family harm, elder and child abuse, sexual assault, gang violence, and more.
Perhaps sign-up to … View moreCreating safer communities means ensuring that no one lives in fear of harm on the streets or in their own home.
For the month of November, we want to raise awareness for all forms including family harm, elder and child abuse, sexual assault, gang violence, and more.
Perhaps sign-up to volunteer at a women’s refuge this month or work with the Police in your area to host an info night on how to identify elder abuse in your community.
Share your photos and experiences with us on social media or send us an email so we can see what you got up to!
#NSNZviolenceawareness
It has come to our attention that a water filter marketing company currently operating in the Whakatāne District may be targeting residents with unsubstantiated claims about drinking water quality.
If you are contacted, please be wary of any claims made about unsafe water and share your concerns … View moreIt has come to our attention that a water filter marketing company currently operating in the Whakatāne District may be targeting residents with unsubstantiated claims about drinking water quality.
If you are contacted, please be wary of any claims made about unsafe water and share your concerns with others.
It’s worth noting that on 19 October 2018, the company involved was fined $440,000 after pleading guilty to making unsubstantiated claims about the benefits of water filters and for making misleading claims about the quality of New Zealand drinking water supplies.
Find out more by following the link below.
Hey Bay of Plenty - check out our new Gardening Groups - for all Bay of Plenty gardeners! This is just the ‘plot’ to connect you with other green-thumbed Neighbourly members across the whole region.
Share seeds, plants or excess crops, find out what you need to plant and sow in Spring, and … View moreHey Bay of Plenty - check out our new Gardening Groups - for all Bay of Plenty gardeners! This is just the ‘plot’ to connect you with other green-thumbed Neighbourly members across the whole region.
Share seeds, plants or excess crops, find out what you need to plant and sow in Spring, and pass on gardening tips that have worked for you. You can seek expert advice from experienced gardeners in your area or share your own gardening expertise.
Collecting the world's kauri species has led Omanawa farmer-turned-orchardist Graham Dyer to some of the Pacific's most remote spots, and he has been recognised as a Kiwibank Local Hero 2018 medal recipient for the Bay of Plenty region. Read his story here.
Setting off fireworks has become an annual Kiwi backyard tradition, and it’s almost time to break out the sparklers again. However, critics say they’re dangerous and people are injured by them every year. Fans, on the other hand, argue that all fun involves some level of risk, it just needs to … View moreSetting off fireworks has become an annual Kiwi backyard tradition, and it’s almost time to break out the sparklers again. However, critics say they’re dangerous and people are injured by them every year. Fans, on the other hand, argue that all fun involves some level of risk, it just needs to be managed safely.
Last year, we saw a 23% drop in the number of fireworks-related injury claims (171 claims across 2017 versus 223 across 2016). What do you think? Should personal fireworks be banned? Click here for advice on how to use fireworks responsibly.
Hi neighbours - keep safe out there! A strong earthquake 6.7 magnitude has struck central New Zealand.
It struck at a depth of 193km about 35km south-west of Taumarunui.
More than 9000 people reported feeling the quake within 10 minutes of it striking at 3.14pm. The quake was felt as far as … View moreHi neighbours - keep safe out there! A strong earthquake 6.7 magnitude has struck central New Zealand.
It struck at a depth of 193km about 35km south-west of Taumarunui.
More than 9000 people reported feeling the quake within 10 minutes of it striking at 3.14pm. The quake was felt as far as the South Island.
We will keep you up to date with the latest. For updates and more info, click here.
So far:
- Parliament has been suspended until further notice on the advice of Civil Defence.
- Make sure you check on your neighbours - even though there may have not been any damage near you, your neighbours may still need your help.
- If you need to alert your neighbours urgently, then don't hesitate to send out an Urgent Alert to your community. You can find this function when you go to post a message on Neighbourly.
- Metlink Wellington said rail services would continue to run with some delays following the recent earthquake.
- Fire and Emergency NZ had no reports of injuries nor damage across the South Island.
- GNS Science have advised there is no tsunami threat to New Zealand
Hi neighbours,
Get ready, the scary season is here and trick-or-treaters may soon be knocking at your door. So we want to know, is trick-or-treating something your family gets involved in? How about the US trend called 'trunk-or-treat'? Take part in our poll to let us know!
The New … View moreHi neighbours,
Get ready, the scary season is here and trick-or-treaters may soon be knocking at your door. So we want to know, is trick-or-treating something your family gets involved in? How about the US trend called 'trunk-or-treat'? Take part in our poll to let us know!
The New Zealand police are encouraging parents, caregivers, and children to celebrate Halloween, on Wednesday, safely. To read police advice, click here.
Also, for tips on how to make your home seem scary or how to celebrate Halloween without the sugar rush, click here.
A small number of packs in selected stores have exhibited signs of mould growth. We are erring on the side of caution and recalling this product. While mould is unlikely to affect most users, the product is not of the standard we expect.
Customers who have purchased the date codes in question … View moreA small number of packs in selected stores have exhibited signs of mould growth. We are erring on the side of caution and recalling this product. While mould is unlikely to affect most users, the product is not of the standard we expect.
Customers who have purchased the date codes in question can return the product to store (New World, Pak 'n Save, FourSquare and Gilmours) for a full refund.
Affected batches
140 Thick Wipes. Expiry date 04/06/2020
80 Thick Wipes. Expiry date 12/08/2020
72 Thick Wipes. Expiry date 06/08/2020
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