Whakatane District, Whakatane

2496 days ago

Poll: Cracked and Chipped windscreens are on the rise. Has this happened to you?

Tamara Thorn Reporter from Taupō Times

There has been an increase in the number of stone chips and cracked windscreens on our roads because of the ongoing roadworks. Some people have had to deal with multiple damages in a number of weeks, and now some companies have now got a two-week wait period due to the increase.

Has this … View more
There has been an increase in the number of stone chips and cracked windscreens on our roads because of the ongoing roadworks. Some people have had to deal with multiple damages in a number of weeks, and now some companies have now got a two-week wait period due to the increase.

Has this happened to you? Vote and let us know your story.

You can find the story at: www-alpha.stuff.co.nz...

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Cracked and Chipped windscreens are on the rise. Has this happened to you?
  • 20% Cracked window/windscreen
    20% Complete
  • 80% Chipped window/windscreen
    80% Complete
  • 0% Smashed window/Windscreed
    0% Complete
5 votes
2496 days ago

Emergency Mobile Alert nationwide test

The Team from Ministry of Civil Defence & Emergency Management

The nationwide test of the Emergency Mobile Alert system is happening this Sunday between 6pm and 7pm.

No need to sign up or download an app. Just check your phone is on them list of capable makes and models and ensure your updates are up to date.

www.civildefence.govt.nz...

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2496 days ago

Catch up with David and Gareth!

Darren Petry from Taupō District Council

Hey Kinloch! Would you like to talk to the mayor about an important issue? Or have you got some good ideas you’d like to share?

Come along to the Tipsy Trout on Friday between 10.30am and 11.30am to have a chat and a coffee with Mayor David Trewavas and council chief executive Gareth Green.
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Hey Kinloch! Would you like to talk to the mayor about an important issue? Or have you got some good ideas you’d like to share?

Come along to the Tipsy Trout on Friday between 10.30am and 11.30am to have a chat and a coffee with Mayor David Trewavas and council chief executive Gareth Green.

See you soon!

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2497 days ago

Colour Your Community - we doubled the winners!

Resene

Dear Neighbourly members - we were completely blown away with this year's entries for Resene Colour Your Community.

We couldn't pick just five winners so we've picked 12!! These organisations, proudly nominated by awesome people in their community, are all receiving up to $1000 … View more
Dear Neighbourly members - we were completely blown away with this year's entries for Resene Colour Your Community.

We couldn't pick just five winners so we've picked 12!! These organisations, proudly nominated by awesome people in their community, are all receiving up to $1000 of Resene paints, wood stains and painting accessories for them to complete their local projects.

Please join us in congratulating:
1) Waipu Evolution - nominated by Philippa Ross
2) Ngaruawahia Community - nominated by Jannaya Herbes
3) Vaka Tautua (Mangere, Auckland) - nominated by Anele Siaopo
4) Eastside Community (Masterton) - nominated by Maria Bennett
5) Tokomaru Community - nominated by Caitlyn Veerbeek
6) Glen Innes Community (Auckland) - nominated by Sara Haddon
7) Whakatane Society of Arts and Crafts - nominated by Rodney Thompson
8) Westport 7 day makeover - nominated Graham Howard-Mills
9) Belfast Playcentre (Christchurch) - nominated by Chris O'Rourke
10) Otari Wilton School (Karori, Wellington) - nominated by Raylyn Christian
11) Potter Home (Whangarei) - nominated by Mandy Beazley
12) Pukenui Forest signage project (Onerahi) - nominated by Shirley Peterson

Please join us in sending a huge congratulations to these twelve wonderful winners.

ALSO: keep an eye out next month for the Splash of Christmas Colour Cheer with your chance to vote on who gets a painty present. More soon!
Read more about the nominations

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2498 days ago

Poll: Is finding a rental harder than ever before?

Robert Steven Reporter from Taupō Times

More than 50 tenants are applying for every rental that goes on the market. What's been your experience?
> If you're looking, is it harder now than previous years?
> Already found a home to rent, long-term? If so, has the landlord raised the rent in the last year?

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More than 50 tenants are applying for every rental that goes on the market. What's been your experience?
> If you're looking, is it harder now than previous years?
> Already found a home to rent, long-term? If so, has the landlord raised the rent in the last year?

Story here: www.stuff.co.nz...

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Is finding a rental harder than ever before?
  • 0% Yes, I've never found it so hard to get a rental in Taupō
    0% Complete
  • 20% No, it's been harder in previous years
    20% Complete
  • 40% I am in a rental and the landlord raised the rent at the last lease-resigning
    40% Complete
  • 40% I am in a rental and the rent has stayed the same for several years
    40% Complete
5 votes
2499 days ago

Poll: Is moving motorhomes off Ferry Rd a good idea?

Robert Steven Reporter from Taupō Times

A bylaw which passed on Friday will prohibit all vehicles from staying overnight at Ferry Rd, near Taupō township.

What do you think about the decision?

Story: www.stuff.co.nz...

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Is moving motorhomes off Ferry Rd a good idea?
  • 52.9% Great decision: That parking lot should be left clear for visitors
    52.9% Complete
  • 47.1% Terrible decision: That has been a good spot for self-contained motorhomes
    47.1% Complete
17 votes
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