Glen Avon - Waiwhakaiho, New Plymouth

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420 days ago

Happy Grandparents Day!

The Team from NZ Compare

Happy Grandparents Day to our fantastic neighbours!

We wish you a day filled with celebration for your poppa, nan, koro, grandma or g'dad, while also remembering those who are no longer with us.
May your day be brimming with joy and treasured memories!

We extend our heartfelt … View more
Happy Grandparents Day to our fantastic neighbours!

We wish you a day filled with celebration for your poppa, nan, koro, grandma or g'dad, while also remembering those who are no longer with us.
May your day be brimming with joy and treasured memories!

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to everyone for their amazing nominations! Your stories have touched our hearts deeply. And the winner is... Koko Grant, nominated by Khalei-Marley Taylor-Karaitiana! Congratulations!

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422 days ago

ANNOUNCING THE WINNER OF THE HOUSEHOLD HERO COMPETITION

The Team from NZ Compare

What an incredible turnout! Over 1360 Household Heroes were nominated by all of you for a chance to win a fabulous $350!
We know our nation is full of amazing Kiwis who keep things running at home, and you're all heroes!

But the real question is, did you win? Find out who's walking … View more
What an incredible turnout! Over 1360 Household Heroes were nominated by all of you for a chance to win a fabulous $350!
We know our nation is full of amazing Kiwis who keep things running at home, and you're all heroes!

But the real question is, did you win? Find out who's walking away with $350 towards their Broadband and Power bill!

Stay connected with NZ Compare for the latest broadband and power deals and exciting competitions. We're all about making it easy for you to compare and save money! CLICK HERE to learn more: www.nzcompare.com...

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422 days ago

Try this heart smart chicken stir-fry!

The Team from Heart Foundation NZ

Whip up this heart smart spring chicken stir-fry for World Heart Day. Packed with fresh veggies, tender chicken, and a zesty stir-fry sauce, this dish is both flavourful and nutritious.

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422 days ago

Fundraising Garage Sale

Shelley from Westown

8.30 - 11.30 - Saturday 30 September & Sat 7 October
Val Deakin Dance Centre, 306 St Aubyn Street, NP - opposite Mitre 10.
*Furniture: 2 pews, wooden table & 8 chairs, sofa, dbl bed, captain's chair + other wood chairs, lovely single bedhead, house lot of vertical blinds, pictures.
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8.30 - 11.30 - Saturday 30 September & Sat 7 October
Val Deakin Dance Centre, 306 St Aubyn Street, NP - opposite Mitre 10.
*Furniture: 2 pews, wooden table & 8 chairs, sofa, dbl bed, captain's chair + other wood chairs, lovely single bedhead, house lot of vertical blinds, pictures.
**Retro section - fur coats & wraps, dresses, jewellery, crystal & china, turntable, speakers, old travelling trunk
***Lots of jigsaws, 2 cameras, clothing, china & bric-a-brac, books & records, electrical goods, toys & nik-naks, plants, small red squabs, fabrics & linen + children's dance clothing, dance DVDs, classical and ballet records.
Queries text Shelley 022 302 9407

Negotiable

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422 days ago

Nexan 2023 -2024 Fun Run / walk Series.

Kevin from Bell Block

Looking for something to help keep you fit and have fun in the next few months .Why not check this Fun Run/walk series out?

Nexans Poster 2023-24.pdf Download View

423 days ago

Show us your game-day photos!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We want to see your game-day photos and we have prizes to give away!

Whether you're getting dressed up in your All Blacks finest, have an impressive rugby-themed snack collection or have made a Rugby World Cup shrine in your living room, we want to see it all on Neighbourly!

To be in to… View more
We want to see your game-day photos and we have prizes to give away!

Whether you're getting dressed up in your All Blacks finest, have an impressive rugby-themed snack collection or have made a Rugby World Cup shrine in your living room, we want to see it all on Neighbourly!

To be in to win, simply post your photo on Neighbourly along with the word: RWCfan

Go, Team!

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426 days ago

Should cats follow some rules?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We can all appreciate a good family cat but cats aren't known for toeing the line. New Zealand currently has no national cat management plan, allowing domestic and stray cats to roam and breed as they please. This can lead to the death of native species, not to mention … View moreWe can all appreciate a good family cat but cats aren't known for toeing the line. New Zealand currently has no national cat management plan, allowing domestic and stray cats to roam and breed as they please. This can lead to the death of native species, not to mention creating nuisance for neighbours. Do you think some laws should be in place for our feline friends?

Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the We Say You Say column of your local paper.

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424 days ago

Are you a keen gardener?

NZ Gardener

Subscribe to NZ Gardener this month and receive a Free Earths Botanics Gardeners Hand Cream worth $24 thanks to Matakana Botanicals. It’s hand cream made by gardeners, for gardeners. This offer is only available until October 1, so get in quick. T&Cs apply.

Every issue of NZ Gardener is … View more
Subscribe to NZ Gardener this month and receive a Free Earths Botanics Gardeners Hand Cream worth $24 thanks to Matakana Botanicals. It’s hand cream made by gardeners, for gardeners. This offer is only available until October 1, so get in quick. T&Cs apply.

Every issue of NZ Gardener is packed with amazing New Zealand stories, plus subscribers save money every month!

Happy Gardening,
The team at NZ Gardener
Subscribe now

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424 days ago

Nominate Your Tech-Savvy Grandparent to WIN!

The Team from NZ Compare

Have a poppa, nan, koro, grandma or g'dad who rocks the digital world?

Nominate them to WIN a $150 Prezzy® card! Nominate them now and tell us why they deserve to WIN.

Compare broadband and power bills with NZ Compare to save big and stay connected in the digital world.

*Entries … View more
Have a poppa, nan, koro, grandma or g'dad who rocks the digital world?

Nominate them to WIN a $150 Prezzy® card! Nominate them now and tell us why they deserve to WIN.

Compare broadband and power bills with NZ Compare to save big and stay connected in the digital world.

*Entries close 2 Oct 2023.
Compare now

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454 days ago

N. P. DISTRICT RATEPAYERS ACTION GROUP - 3RD PUBLIC MEETING!

Heather from Westown

ALL WELCOME!! 31 AUGUST 2023, FROM 7 PM ONWARDS,
AT SPIRITUALIST CHURCH 156 TUKAPA ST., WESTOWN, N.P.
Let's plan a way to tackle the Council re: all their current 'OVER THE TOP' PROJECTS they are planning eg 800 Car Parks in N.P. district to GO! … View more
ALL WELCOME!! 31 AUGUST 2023, FROM 7 PM ONWARDS,
AT SPIRITUALIST CHURCH 156 TUKAPA ST., WESTOWN, N.P.
Let's plan a way to tackle the Council re: all their current 'OVER THE TOP' PROJECTS they are planning eg 800 Car Parks in N.P. district to GO! Pukekura Park OVER SPEND! Walkway Extension OVER SPEND! Sugar Loaf Is./Back Beach Reserve Transfer to Iwi EXTRA SPEND!
Who are the Councillors/Mayor working for? It's not US that's for sure.... Yet as we know, we are the ones who have to come up with the MONEY!

425 days ago

Join our Team

The team from

Working with people is one of the great joys of being a CAB volunteer. When volunteers are asked what they love most about being involved with CAB, is that no two days are the same.
CAB NP is currently looking for more volunteers. Volunteers are fully supported with initial and ongoing learning … View more
Working with people is one of the great joys of being a CAB volunteer. When volunteers are asked what they love most about being involved with CAB, is that no two days are the same.
CAB NP is currently looking for more volunteers. Volunteers are fully supported with initial and ongoing learning as they come up to speed with the challenges and pleasures of being a volunteer. You will also be supported by a huge range of resources including a referral database listing 35,000 organisations.
Its great to be actively involved in our community, using our knowledge and experience to help people and having a bit of a laugh together sometimes as well.
if you are interested, please call 06 7589542 or email newplymouth@cab.org.nz. Alternatively, call in at 32 Leach street to say hello. We would love to hear from you.

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451 days ago

Try this heart-healthy dessert today!

The Team from Heart Foundation NZ

A heart-healthy diet doesn't have to mean you give up dessert entirely. Our chocolate brownie is deliciously rich, easy to make and sure to be a hit for the entire whānau. Try it for yourself today!

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426 days ago

New Radio Show coming on Access Radio Taranaki

Wendy Richards from Volunteering New Plymouth

Volly Voices is a new radio show starting October 15th on Access Radio Taranaki 104.4FM

This will be a regular show on Sundays at 2pm.

Check out our flyer below or on our website www.volunteeringnewplymouth.org.nz...

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Volly Voices promo flyer.pdf Download View

440 days ago

NZ's best honesty boxes and roadside stalls

Lorna Thornber Reporter from Stuff Travel

Hi there,
We're compiling a travel piece on great honesty boxes and roadside stalls around NZ, and would love to hear your favourites. Is there somewhere you enjoy stopping off at for fresh fruit and vegetables, free-range eggs, flowers, or something else? It would be great if you could … View more
Hi there,
We're compiling a travel piece on great honesty boxes and roadside stalls around NZ, and would love to hear your favourites. Is there somewhere you enjoy stopping off at for fresh fruit and vegetables, free-range eggs, flowers, or something else? It would be great if you could share it's location and what makes it a standout. Please put 'NFP' (not for publication) in your comment if you don't want it or your name to appear in the article. You're also very welcome to email me at lorna.thornber@stuff.co.nz
Thank you for taking the time to share.

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