Whakatane District, Whakatane

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2272 days ago

Rate your doctor and win $3,000!

Whitecoat

Have you received some great service from your local GP? What about a dentist or optometrist? Leave a review for them on the Whitecoat website and be in to win $3,000.

New Zealand’s first platform where you can search, rate, review and compare your local healthcare providers has arrived, and … View more
Have you received some great service from your local GP? What about a dentist or optometrist? Leave a review for them on the Whitecoat website and be in to win $3,000.

New Zealand’s first platform where you can search, rate, review and compare your local healthcare providers has arrived, and it’s called Whitecoat.
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2273 days ago

Get loud for deaf kids

Loud Shirt Day

Hi neighbours – Loud Shirt Day is coming up in September and it's time to use your power of LOUD for GOOD.

Izabella was born profoundly deaf and in the four years following her diagnosis, her parents' emotions of shock, being scared and overwhelmed have turned to amazement, surprise… View more
Hi neighbours – Loud Shirt Day is coming up in September and it's time to use your power of LOUD for GOOD.

Izabella was born profoundly deaf and in the four years following her diagnosis, her parents' emotions of shock, being scared and overwhelmed have turned to amazement, surprise and hope - all thanks to Izabella's progress as a hearing and speaking child.

Izabella loves to sing and dance, she enjoys gymnastics, bike rides and playing with her older brothers. What are her superpowers I hear you ask? She's fierce, adventurous and caring!

Register to fundraise and help deaf children like Izabella listen and speak. You can also donate here on Givealittle. Thanks for your support!
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2274 days ago

Spark Scam...😠😠😠

Kathleen from Opotiki District

My partner was sent this scam email..If you have been sent an email like this do not sign in to your email through the link.. DELETE IT..To check if it is a scam look in details a genuine email will have Spark.co.nz or MySpark.co.nz if it does not have any of these in details or if you are worried … View moreMy partner was sent this scam email..If you have been sent an email like this do not sign in to your email through the link.. DELETE IT..To check if it is a scam look in details a genuine email will have Spark.co.nz or MySpark.co.nz if it does not have any of these in details or if you are worried ring Spark on their own customer number to ask..Another BIG clue is that it does not use my partners name but Dear Spark User..this is a phlishing scam..Be careful don't be fooled...I have now reported this scam to Netsafe and Spark..attached is a screenshot of were you can report the Spark email scams and/or other scams to Netsafe

2275 days ago

The Warehouse is proud to support Variety!

The Warehouse New Zealand

Variety is the children’s charity, helping to create brighter futures for Kiwi kids.Visit your local The Warehouse store and support this great cause by simply adding a $2 Scratch card or $1 donation to your purchase helping Kiwi kids with a chance at a better life.

The Warehouse, partnering … View more
Variety is the children’s charity, helping to create brighter futures for Kiwi kids.Visit your local The Warehouse store and support this great cause by simply adding a $2 Scratch card or $1 donation to your purchase helping Kiwi kids with a chance at a better life.

The Warehouse, partnering with you for a better community.

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2280 days ago

Theft of trailer and tools

Linda from Kawerau

My friend Martin Werndle awoke to find his trailer, the covered tool box that fits the whole of the trailer, and all his tools had been stolen from his front garden .He makes his living with these things and some reprehensible lowlife has just decided they wanted them more than he did.
The trailer… View more
My friend Martin Werndle awoke to find his trailer, the covered tool box that fits the whole of the trailer, and all his tools had been stolen from his front garden .He makes his living with these things and some reprehensible lowlife has just decided they wanted them more than he did.
The trailer etc was stolen from Holyoake Crescent Kawerau.
The number plate is W898P, the covered top is made of heavy duty ply and the trailer is specially built and painted grey.
If you know of anyone who has suddenly "aquired" such a trailer and/or building tools, please phone the Police, or Martin Werndle on 0272403735.

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2276 days ago

Street-side fruit tree planting pilot project for Tāneatua

Richard Parfitt from Whakatāne District Council

A Whakatāne District Council and Tāneatua community pilot project will see 21 new fruit trees planted in Tāneatua this week, in the road reserves on Howell, Amokura and Morrison Roads.

Council staff have trialed the planting of fruiting trees in public parks in the town over the last two … View more
A Whakatāne District Council and Tāneatua community pilot project will see 21 new fruit trees planted in Tāneatua this week, in the road reserves on Howell, Amokura and Morrison Roads.

Council staff have trialed the planting of fruiting trees in public parks in the town over the last two seasons, including in Jack Knowles Reserve, but this is the first time fruit trees will be planted as part of the public streetscape.

The 1.5-2 m tall trees have been generously donated by Pride Whakatāne (a local group aligned with Keep New Zealand Beautiful) and consist of a mix of pears, apples, plums and nashis.

It is hoped that the community will act as kaitiaki and will share their produce with whānau when the trees start producing fruit from late-summer.

Read the full article on our website. www.whakatane.govt.nz...

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2276 days ago

Pipe works to commence on Ōhope Hill

Richard Parfitt from Whakatāne District Council

Work to install a new water main up the eastern, hill section of Ōhope Road will commence next week. Contractor Draintech will be carrying out thrusting work and pipe installation, which will require the southern (uphill) road shoulder, from the bottom of the hill to Brown Road, to be closed to … View moreWork to install a new water main up the eastern, hill section of Ōhope Road will commence next week. Contractor Draintech will be carrying out thrusting work and pipe installation, which will require the southern (uphill) road shoulder, from the bottom of the hill to Brown Road, to be closed to traffic from 10 September. There will be no right turn available into Brown Road for up to four weeks while work is carried out in that area.

After the lower section is completed, pipe thrusting will be undertaken on the remainder of the hill, from Brown Road to the Otarawairere Road intersection, with the shoulder and one of the two uphill lanes closed as work progresses.

The existing 80 km/hr speed limit will continue to apply during the work period.

A portion of Mahy Reserve, south of the basketball court, will be fenced off and used as a contractor’s yard for the duration of the work, which is expected to be completed ahead of the Christmas season, weather permitting. The contractor’s yard will be used to store the pipes and project equipment, and to heat-weld the pipe sections together before they are installed.

Whakatāne District Council Manager Capital Projects, Jim Finlay, says the pipe renewal is necessary due to the age of the existing infrastructure. “We appreciate that there will be some inconvenience to the public, and particularly people living on Brown Road, and we apologise for that,” he says. “This type of renewal work is only required about every 70 years, so once it’s complete, it will be a considerable time before any similar disruption occurs.”

On completion of the pipe installation work, the section of Ōhope Road between the Brown Road and Cliff Road intersections will be resurfaced in hotmix. This road upgrade had been planned for 2017, but was held over due to the need to excavate and then reinstate access pits for the pipe installation.

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2276 days ago

Cosmetic dentures are linked to good health!

Clinico

Don’t put up with loose or uncomfortable dentures. Come into your local Clinico Denture & Hearing clinic for a FREE denture health check. Get yourself dentures that function well and look amazing! Contact us today on 0800 11 23 24. We're offering $600 discount off new cosmetic dentures! Find out more!

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2277 days ago

Win with Stuff Pix

Stuff Pix

Win 1 of 10 Stuff Pix vouchers to watch Avengers: Infinity War, simply by liking this post! Watch a dizzying array of Marvel cinematic universe heroes in the fight against their gravest threat yet, the result is thrilling.

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2277 days ago

Splash out this winter with some COLOUR

Resene

Just because it's cold outside, doesn't mean you have to stay blue! Your local Resene store is offering TWO Resene Cardholder offers for a limited time only.

1) Buy one Resene 60-80ml testpot, get one FREE.
2) And, get 25% off the normal price of Resene premium paints, sealers, … View more
Just because it's cold outside, doesn't mean you have to stay blue! Your local Resene store is offering TWO Resene Cardholder offers for a limited time only.

1) Buy one Resene 60-80ml testpot, get one FREE.
2) And, get 25% off the normal price of Resene premium paints, sealers, primers and wood stains 10L.

If you don’t have a Resene DIY card, sign up for your free card at your local Resene ColorShop or on the right here.
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These paint offers are available until 10 September 2018. www.resene.co.nz/promo Find out more.
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2279 days ago

Severe weather watch in force in the BOP

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Heavy rain is forecast for the Bay of Plenty area today (20th Aug). A severe weather watch remains in place for the region after it was issued by the MetService last night. A complex low pressure system and associated fronts and troughs was expected to move east onto New Zealand from the Tasman Sea… View moreHeavy rain is forecast for the Bay of Plenty area today (20th Aug). A severe weather watch remains in place for the region after it was issued by the MetService last night. A complex low pressure system and associated fronts and troughs was expected to move east onto New Zealand from the Tasman Sea on Sunday, then across the country during Monday and Tuesday, followed by westerlies overnight Tuesday.”

The watch is for the possibility that rainfall accumulations could meet warning criteria in the eastern ranges of Bay of Plenty during Monday and early Tuesday.

People are advised to keep up to date with the latest forecasts in case parts of the Watch are upgraded to a full Warning, or other areas are added.

Area: The ranges of Bay of Plenty east of Opotiki
Valid: 12 hours from 11am to 11pm Monday
Forecast: Periods of heavy rain, and thunderstorms possible. Rainfall accumulations may approach warning amounts during this time.

Image and story credit: Sunlive

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2279 days ago

Vote for us

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Exciting news! Our gorgeous bee-friendly September 2017 issue is up for Best Cover in the Magshop People's Choice Award 2018. We need your votes to come out on top! Click through the link to vote for us, and put yourself in the draw to win a De’longhi PrimaDonna coffee machine valued at … View moreExciting news! Our gorgeous bee-friendly September 2017 issue is up for Best Cover in the Magshop People's Choice Award 2018. We need your votes to come out on top! Click through the link to vote for us, and put yourself in the draw to win a De’longhi PrimaDonna coffee machine valued at $2,499.99, and two De’longhi Distinta Flair Breakfast packages valued at $419.98.

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2279 days ago

Share your green tips to WIN!

Countdown

Got any great ways we can all help the environment? Any green tips, tricks or habits that others might not know about? Check out our page to see all the amazing entries we have received so far! Share your own and you could win one of 10 Countdown gift cards, worth $100 each! It’s all part of our … View moreGot any great ways we can all help the environment? Any green tips, tricks or habits that others might not know about? Check out our page to see all the amazing entries we have received so far! Share your own and you could win one of 10 Countdown gift cards, worth $100 each! It’s all part of our commitment to helping our environment thrive. Share tips now

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2280 days ago

Does your property meet upcoming legislative requirements?

Project Quality Solutions (PQS)

Hi neighbours, landlords, property managers, advocacy groups and tenants. With 18 years of experience in the New Zealand property industry, few are better placed than PQS to offer market leading advice, providing transparent outcomes for both renters and landlords.

Safe and Healthy Homes
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Hi neighbours, landlords, property managers, advocacy groups and tenants. With 18 years of experience in the New Zealand property industry, few are better placed than PQS to offer market leading advice, providing transparent outcomes for both renters and landlords.

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Call PQS to check if your rental property is healthy, safe and secure and meets all current and upcoming legislative requirements.

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Phone PQS now on 09 271 6026 or visit the PQS website.
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2281 days ago

Don’t put up with bad dentures

Clinico

Dont put up with loose or uncomfortable Dentures. Come into one of Clinico’s 13 clinics for a FREE Denture health check, let our friendly team help you get well functioning cosmetic Dentures!

Call us today on 0800 11 23 24 we are also running our $600 off new Dentures deal during August.
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