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!

2287 days ago

July intake welcomes new students

Robert Steven Reporter from Taupō Times

Toi Ohomai is holding an open day on Thursday, June 21.
Information about upcoming courses, starting in July, will be available.
Tag someone you think should check it out...

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2288 days ago

Can you help Whakatane Police identify this man?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Police are appealing for information following a serious family harm incident in Kawerau earlier this month. The incident occurred at Firmin Field at about 2.30pm on Saturday 2nd June. A woman was seriously injured and required medical treatment.

Detective Sergeant Darren Thomas says the local … View more
Police are appealing for information following a serious family harm incident in Kawerau earlier this month. The incident occurred at Firmin Field at about 2.30pm on Saturday 2nd June. A woman was seriously injured and required medical treatment.

Detective Sergeant Darren Thomas says the local community for providing valuable information following this incident.

"The investigation is ongoing so anyone else who may have seen or heard anything of note is urged to contact Police, " he says.

“In particular, we would like to identify and speak to the man in the attached photographs, who may be able to help us with our enquiries. He was seen walking a dog at Firmin Field at the time of the incident.”

Information can be provided to Whakatane Police on 07 308 5255 or anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

*Information released from Police*
Images: NZ Police

2288 days ago

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2288 days ago

Become a volunteer and create change in your community

Sarah Macdonald from Volunteering New Zealand

It's National Volunteer Week!

Volunteers create positive change on many fronts – human rights, faith communities, health, education, sports and recreation, social services, arts and culture, emergency services, the environment and conservation, animal welfare, and community support … View more
It's National Volunteer Week!

Volunteers create positive change on many fronts – human rights, faith communities, health, education, sports and recreation, social services, arts and culture, emergency services, the environment and conservation, animal welfare, and community support development – the list is endless.

If you're interested in volunteering please check out the link below to find out about the different ways you can volunteer:

nationalvolunteerweek.nz...

National Volunteer Week (17 - 23 June). The NVW 2018 theme: Volunteers, The Heart of our Community – By many, the work will be completed, Mā tini, mā mano, ka rapa te whai.


#NVW2018

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2290 days ago

re: Ever wondered how a vegetarian diet might keep you healthy?

Debbie Cunliffe from

If you've ever wondered how a plant based diet can assist health conditions, to include diabetes and heart disease, then come along to our workshop on Weds 25th July, Sixteenth Ave Tauranga to find out.

RSVP's essential via info@diabeteshelp.org.nz or ring our INFOLine (Mon- Thurs) 07 … View more
If you've ever wondered how a plant based diet can assist health conditions, to include diabetes and heart disease, then come along to our workshop on Weds 25th July, Sixteenth Ave Tauranga to find out.

RSVP's essential via info@diabeteshelp.org.nz or ring our INFOLine (Mon- Thurs) 07 5713422

This workshop is free for members of Diabetes Help Tauranga. $10 non-members, contact our INFOline and find out how to pay in advance to reserve your seat.

Why not become a member of Diabetes Help Tauranga for only $30 and take advantage of other free offers over the next 12 months!

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2290 days ago

A chance to say thank you

Fire and Emergency New Zealand

Let’s hear it for the amazing Fire and Emergency volunteers who help keep our communities safe.

This National Volunteer Week, head to the LetsHearIt landing page on Neighbourly and share a few words about why you’re thankful for what our volunteers do to keep our communities safe. We’ll … View more
Let’s hear it for the amazing Fire and Emergency volunteers who help keep our communities safe.

This National Volunteer Week, head to the LetsHearIt landing page on Neighbourly and share a few words about why you’re thankful for what our volunteers do to keep our communities safe. We’ll make sure they hear your message loud and clear.

Knowing how much we value their sacrifices is part of what keeps Fire and Emergency New Zealand volunteers going. Thank you for letting them know how grateful you are for everything they do.
Share your message now

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2290 days ago

wanted to rent

Susan from Whakatane District

hi my partner and I plus a house trained cat are urgently looking for a 2 or 3 bedroom house in whakatane with a garage fenced the house we rent has been sold my partner works at Fonterra Edgecumbe if you can help us please message me

2291 days ago

How eco-friendly is your home and lifestyle?

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

As more and more of us try to do our bit for the environment, we'd love to hear what habits you've changed.

Have you gone off-grid? Found a way to create an environmentally home? Maybe you've given something up or swapped it for a greener alternative...? … View more
As more and more of us try to do our bit for the environment, we'd love to hear what habits you've changed.

Have you gone off-grid? Found a way to create an environmentally home? Maybe you've given something up or swapped it for a greener alternative...? Click here to share your eco tips, tricks and experiences and we'll publish a selection of the best.

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2291 days ago

Poll: Should international visitors be charged a levy?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Tourists arriving in New Zealand may soon have to pay to enter the country under a Government proposed international visitor levy.

The proposal would impact international visitors entering New Zealand for 12 months or less and would be at a rate between $25 to $35.

Do you think international… View more
Tourists arriving in New Zealand may soon have to pay to enter the country under a Government proposed international visitor levy.

The proposal would impact international visitors entering New Zealand for 12 months or less and would be at a rate between $25 to $35.

Do you think international visitors should be charged a levy to enter New Zealand?

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Should international visitors be charged a levy?
  • 77.3% Yes
    77.3% Complete
  • 22.7% No
    22.7% Complete
2415 votes
2291 days ago

Are you doing great work in the community?

The Warehouse New Zealand

Does your community group help families and young people in your local area and need of more funds to support the great work you do? Your local The Warehouse store is now calling for applications to become a partner for our Customer Choice ‘Bags for good’ Programme. In the last financial year … View moreDoes your community group help families and young people in your local area and need of more funds to support the great work you do? Your local The Warehouse store is now calling for applications to become a partner for our Customer Choice ‘Bags for good’ Programme. In the last financial year over $529,000 was raised for 279 community partners across NZ. Curious? For more information or begin the application click here.

Applications close on the 23rd of June.
Apply now

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