Merrilands, New Plymouth

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1153 days ago

Poll: Have you got a side hustle?

Neighbourly.co.nz

Are you making a bit of cash from your hobby, offering a service on the side, selling things on social media or doing a few paid hours in the community? If you’re supplementing your main income or superannuation, you’re running a side hustle! Maybe you’re baking cupcakes, a part-time retired … View moreAre you making a bit of cash from your hobby, offering a service on the side, selling things on social media or doing a few paid hours in the community? If you’re supplementing your main income or superannuation, you’re running a side hustle! Maybe you’re baking cupcakes, a part-time retired handyman or selling hand-knitted scarves - we’re curious. Let us know if you have a side hustle in our poll below!

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Have you got a side hustle?
  • 22.4% Yes I do - it’s up and running
    22.4% Complete
  • 11.2% I’m just getting one started
    11.2% Complete
  • 59.2% No I don’t
    59.2% Complete
  • 7.2% I don’t understand what a side hustle is
    7.2% Complete
1103 votes
1153 days ago

Stock display

Kirsti Ward from Red Cross Shop New Plymouth

Spring is nearly here come and see our new displays at Red Cross 18 Gover St New Plymouth highlighting our new spring apparel, furniture and homewares, looking forward to seeing you soon.

Negotiable

1153 days ago

Confusing English words!

NumberWorks'nWords New Plymouth

Stationary vs stationery. Remember stationary – the ‘a’ in ary is for stopping At the lights. The ‘e’ in ery is for Envelope.

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1168 days ago

The COVID-19 Vaccination

Deane from Strandon

Hi,
I'm just wondering why there is so much pressure on me to book the jab... I've got a letter in the post with a secret (must not be disclosed with friends or family members) letter, an email and now tonight a text message to hurry me up and vaccinate against the lurgy. How did they … View more
Hi,
I'm just wondering why there is so much pressure on me to book the jab... I've got a letter in the post with a secret (must not be disclosed with friends or family members) letter, an email and now tonight a text message to hurry me up and vaccinate against the lurgy. How did they get my cell phone number" why do I need a special secret code? Should I get the code tattooed on my inside wrist? (Never seen that before...) Why all of a sudden, there is this pressure, pressure, pressure to have the jab?

1153 days ago

Treat yourself or a father figure this Fathers Day.

Mags4Gifts

Purchase a local newspaper subscription in time for Fathers Day and receive a Lone Star rib pack valued at $59.

Hurry offer is for a limited time only. Terms and Conditions apply.
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1154 days ago

Lunchtime Concert Friday 13th August

Chris from Lynmouth - Moturoa

Stewart Maunder's Sax Quartet will play music from a range of genres and two guest spots are included: Jocelyn Beath on Alto flute and a chamber group from New Plymouth Boys' High School. This is at Whiteley Memorial Church at 12.15 pm this Friday. Teas, coffee and cake available. Koha … View moreStewart Maunder's Sax Quartet will play music from a range of genres and two guest spots are included: Jocelyn Beath on Alto flute and a chamber group from New Plymouth Boys' High School. This is at Whiteley Memorial Church at 12.15 pm this Friday. Teas, coffee and cake available. Koha appreciated.

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1156 days ago

Superhome owners opening their homes to the public this weekend

Colleen Hawkes Reporter from Homed

Healthy, warm, dry and cheap to run. Owners of Superhome houses in Auckland, Christchurch, Nelson and Otago are hosting open homes from August 14-15 so you can see just how warm and cosy a home can be with the right design approach.

1155 days ago

Nominate environmental heroes from your neighbourhood!

Taranaki Regional Council

Aorere Farms was the Environmental Award Winner 2020 for Environmental Leadership in land management

Ross and Grant Skilton (pictured below) were awarded for outstanding efforts to protect native flora and fauna through effective land management and the use of trapping technology.

Do you know… View more
Aorere Farms was the Environmental Award Winner 2020 for Environmental Leadership in land management

Ross and Grant Skilton (pictured below) were awarded for outstanding efforts to protect native flora and fauna through effective land management and the use of trapping technology.

Do you know a family member, friend, school or community group working to protect our environment? Nominations are open for this year’s Taranaki Regional Council Environmental Awards, which recognise efforts to protect and enhance the environment – at any scale from neighbourhood to regional. Learn more now!
Find out more

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1156 days ago

Our climate change responsibilities.

Andrew from Westown

The ANZAC’s faced up to the crises of their times and we rightly commemorate their sacrifices. However, faced with global warming – the crisis of ours – most of us do nothing. Global warming is a crisis which makes the twentieth century conflicts look, with respect to their victims, trivial. … View moreThe ANZAC’s faced up to the crises of their times and we rightly commemorate their sacrifices. However, faced with global warming – the crisis of ours – most of us do nothing. Global warming is a crisis which makes the twentieth century conflicts look, with respect to their victims, trivial. Yet the individual sacrifices we need to make to avert it are not remotely comparable to the hardships the ANZACS endured. Taking the bus to work and eating less meat isn’t merely ’virtue signalling’ but a recognition that as citizens we have responsibilities as well as rights. Let us respect the soldiers who gave their lives by not taking for granted the freedoms they bequeathed us.

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1156 days ago

**SPECIAL** FREE RANGE EGGS** FREE DELIVERY **

Philippa from Westown

This week only, 9 to 13 August
$5 per dozen, normally $7
Beautiful, fresh, genuine free range eggs from happy hens
Free delivery within the NP city boundary for 2 dozen or more
Mobile eftpos available
Can also be purchased at 180 Cowling Rd, Mon to Fri, 8 am to 4.30 pm
Contact Philippa on … View more
This week only, 9 to 13 August
$5 per dozen, normally $7
Beautiful, fresh, genuine free range eggs from happy hens
Free delivery within the NP city boundary for 2 dozen or more
Mobile eftpos available
Can also be purchased at 180 Cowling Rd, Mon to Fri, 8 am to 4.30 pm
Contact Philippa on 0272207515 to arrange.

Price: $5

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1156 days ago

Strengthening digital skills for industry

Competenz

Low levels of digital literacy among staff is a challenge facing many manufacturing businesses, and strengthening those skills is not only essential to meet rapid technological changes in the workplace, it’s vital to increasing productivity.

Competenz has recently launched a new … View more
Low levels of digital literacy among staff is a challenge facing many manufacturing businesses, and strengthening those skills is not only essential to meet rapid technological changes in the workplace, it’s vital to increasing productivity.

Competenz has recently launched a new micro-credential to improve the level of digital literacy in the manufacturing sector.

"With an aging workforce it’s imperative we enable companies to keep their tradesmen and craftsmen,” says Jahn Vannisselroy, Competenz Sector Manager. “This micro-credential, which we can tailor to a specific company, is giving people the confidence to meet technology head-on.”

The qualification is fully funded under the government’s Targeted Training and Apprenticeship Fund (TTAF) for employers who enrol their staff before 31 December 2022.

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1156 days ago

Building a legacy that inspires

Our passions and achievements play a large part in the legacy we leave behind. When we channel those achievements into championing causes and giving back, that legacy is carried as inspiration for generations to come.

This is an opportunity to recognise those Senior New Zealanders who go beyond … View more
Our passions and achievements play a large part in the legacy we leave behind. When we channel those achievements into championing causes and giving back, that legacy is carried as inspiration for generations to come.

This is an opportunity to recognise those Senior New Zealanders who go beyond the ordinary when it comes to paying it forward and making a difference. Let’s celebrate the good and help their legacy shine bright. Because these kiwis demonstrate the true meaning of an inspiring legacy. Who will join them?

Nominations close 31 August.

#NZOTY #NZerOfTheYear
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1157 days ago

Grey Acrylic Bath - Free

Janine & Bryan from Strandon

Hi we have just done some rennovations & have a Grey Acrylic Bath if anyone would like this. Free to pick up text or ring me on 0274202435

1157 days ago

Love your colour with Resene this August!

Resene ColorShop

Is your home starting to look a little dreary and in need of a fresh coat of paint or a pick me up with colour?

Come in and visit your local Resene ColorShop between 5-31 August 2021, buy 1 testpot 60-80ml and get 1 FREE! Plus get 25% off Resene premium paint, primers, sealers and stains 10L. … View more
Is your home starting to look a little dreary and in need of a fresh coat of paint or a pick me up with colour?

Come in and visit your local Resene ColorShop between 5-31 August 2021, buy 1 testpot 60-80ml and get 1 FREE! Plus get 25% off Resene premium paint, primers, sealers and stains 10L.

Offers available with your Resene DIY Card. If you don’t have a card you can sign up free in store or online
See more details online

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1158 days ago

Nominate environmental heroes from your neighbourhood!

Taranaki Regional Council

Aorere Farms was the Environmental Award Winner 2020 for Environmental Leadership in land management

Ross and Grant Skilton (pictured below) were awarded for outstanding efforts to protect native flora and fauna through effective land management and the use of trapping technology.

Do you know… View more
Aorere Farms was the Environmental Award Winner 2020 for Environmental Leadership in land management

Ross and Grant Skilton (pictured below) were awarded for outstanding efforts to protect native flora and fauna through effective land management and the use of trapping technology.

Do you know a family member, friend, school or community group working to protect our environment? Nominations are open for this year’s Taranaki Regional Council Environmental Awards, which recognise efforts to protect and enhance the environment – at any scale from neighbourhood to regional. Learn more now!
Find out more

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