Whakatane District, Whakatane

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2345 days ago

Poll: Is there still a place for marmalade in your kitchen... and your heart?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Once upon a time, marmalade on toast was a winter staple. In our upcoming July issue though, gardening guru Lynda Hallinan says marmalade is in danger of extinction because fewer and fewer people are buying, making or eating it! So tell us: Do you still like marmalade? Yes or no, don't forget … View moreOnce upon a time, marmalade on toast was a winter staple. In our upcoming July issue though, gardening guru Lynda Hallinan says marmalade is in danger of extinction because fewer and fewer people are buying, making or eating it! So tell us: Do you still like marmalade? Yes or no, don't forget to tell us why.

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Is there still a place for marmalade in your kitchen... and your heart?
  • 79% Yum and yes please, I love marmalade!
    79% Complete
  • 21% No, thank you!
    21% Complete
2166 votes
2338 days ago

Congratulations to the PM

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern and her partner Clarke Gayford have welcomed a baby girl. To read more, click here.

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2338 days ago

Poll: Would you give your teenager a double bed?

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

Does it make sense to buy teenagers bigger beds so they have more room to grow? Or, like writer and mum Jayne D'Arcy, do you think a double could equal trouble later on?

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Would you give your teenager a double bed?
  • 42.8% Yes, single beds aren't big enough
    42.8% Complete
  • 38.2% It depends on the size of the room
    38.2% Complete
  • 19% No, a single bed is all they need
    19% Complete
2292 votes
2338 days ago

Poll: Should public holidays be scrapped in NZ?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

After debate around whether Matariki should become a public holiday, ACT leader David Seymour said he was "open" to public holidays being scrapped in New Zealand - well, all but Anzac and Waitangi.

He says people should be able to make their own holiday arrangements, rather than the … View more
After debate around whether Matariki should become a public holiday, ACT leader David Seymour said he was "open" to public holidays being scrapped in New Zealand - well, all but Anzac and Waitangi.

He says people should be able to make their own holiday arrangements, rather than the Government telling us when to take the day off.

We want to know your thoughts. Should people be able to make their own holiday arrangements? Or should we leave our holidays as is?

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Should public holidays be scrapped in NZ?
  • 4% Yes, let's scrap them
    4% Complete
  • 90.8% No, leave them as is
    90.8% Complete
  • 5.2% Let's just keep Anzac and Waitangi Day
    5.2% Complete
2405 votes
2339 days ago

Say thanks to our volunteers

Fire and Emergency New Zealand

Our dedicated Fire and Emergency volunteers help keep our communities safe.

So this National Volunteer Week, why not say a big thank you? Here’s how: head to our #LetsHearIt page on Neighbourly and let them know why you’re thankful for what they do.

Our Fire and Emergency New Zealand … View more
Our dedicated Fire and Emergency volunteers help keep our communities safe.

So this National Volunteer Week, why not say a big thank you? Here’s how: head to our #LetsHearIt page on Neighbourly and let them know why you’re thankful for what they do.

Our Fire and Emergency New Zealand volunteers are always standing by to help out when they’re needed. Thank you for letting them know how grateful you are for everything they do to keep us all safe.
Share your message now

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2340 days ago

Council backing for Mt Ruapehu gondola

Robert Steven Reporter from Taupō Times

Taupō District Council has invested $1 million in a luxury gondola at Whakapapa Skifield.

Mayor David Trewavas said the council had to put some money into the $25 million project in order to attract a further $10 million in loan funding from the Government's Provincial Growth Fund.

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Taupō District Council has invested $1 million in a luxury gondola at Whakapapa Skifield.

Mayor David Trewavas said the council had to put some money into the $25 million project in order to attract a further $10 million in loan funding from the Government's Provincial Growth Fund.

> What do you think of the news?

Note: Write NFP [not for print] beside your comment if you'd prefer it wasn't used in a print news story about how the Taupō community feel about the decision.

2340 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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2341 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

2341 days ago

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2341 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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2343 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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