Merrilands, New Plymouth

Time to tidy that garage

Time to tidy that garage

Use Neighbourly Market to make a few bucks while you're at it

1172 days ago

Gardening live chat on now!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Hello neighbours,

It’s coming up to spring, and with everyone stuck at home in Covid lockdown, what better time to get the garden in order? NZ Gardener editor Jo McCarroll and Jack Hobbs, manager of the Auckland Botanic Gardens, are live on Stuff now to answer all your gardening questions.

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1172 days ago

Budding entrepreneurs

Brianna Mcilraith Reporter from Taranaki Daily News

Hey all, we're on the hunt children, or even adults, who have started up a business venture now we're back in lockdown. If you or your children have done this and want to be part of a story, please email brianna.mcilraith@stuff.co.nz

1173 days ago

Cancer doesn't stop, we won't either.

Cancer Society

COVID-19 has taken away our Daffodil Day Street Appeal.

The demand on our cancer services goes up during lockdown. And that's why we need you now more than ever. $24 helps to provide transport to and from cancer treatment.

Donate now to support the Cancer Society's vital services … View more
COVID-19 has taken away our Daffodil Day Street Appeal.

The demand on our cancer services goes up during lockdown. And that's why we need you now more than ever. $24 helps to provide transport to and from cancer treatment.

Donate now to support the Cancer Society's vital services to support New Zealanders going through cancer.
Learn more

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1173 days ago

Last week to nominate!

The Team from New Zealander of the Year Award | Ngā Tohu Pou Kōhure o Aotearoa

We're in the last week of nominations for the 2022 Kiwibank New Zealander of the Year Awards. So come on, Taranaki – who’s your New Zealander of the Year?

Tell us with a nomination! Nominations close 31 August.

Get in quick – www.nzawards.org.nz...

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1173 days ago

Show us your home office set-up?

Matt Rilkoff Reporter from Taranaki Daily News

We're all back working from home and some of us have better set-ups than others. We're looking for Taranaki's best home-office set up and best home office worker. Preferably in one photo. Post them here and we'll choose the best by Friday.

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1174 days ago

Essential worker vaccinations

Blanton Smith Reporter from Taranaki Daily News

Are you an essential worker? Well, you, and those in your household, can book an appointment at one of three mass vaccination clinics being run in Taranaki on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. For more info read the below.

1175 days ago

Help your local small business - and get $10!

David Downs from SOS Business

If you are missing your morning coffee, your cafe lunch or even your haircut - jump on www.sosbusiness.nz... and help a local small business out with cashflow - they get the money now and you get a voucher for later.
If you buy a $50 voucher, we will give you another $10 one (while stocks last).
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If you are missing your morning coffee, your cafe lunch or even your haircut - jump on www.sosbusiness.nz... and help a local small business out with cashflow - they get the money now and you get a voucher for later.
If you buy a $50 voucher, we will give you another $10 one (while stocks last).
SOS Business - A not-for-profit helping NZ small businesses during a tough time. All the money (less credit card fees) gets paid to the businesses.

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1174 days ago

Taranaki Pet Expo

Sandra from Whalers Gate

This expo is for pet and animal lovers of Taranaki.

The Taranaki Pet Expo has a variety of exhibitors, showcasing local businesses and organisations right here in Taranaki. You will find information about local animal charities, vets, trainers, feeding, clubs and accessories for your favourite … View more
This expo is for pet and animal lovers of Taranaki.

The Taranaki Pet Expo has a variety of exhibitors, showcasing local businesses and organisations right here in Taranaki. You will find information about local animal charities, vets, trainers, feeding, clubs and accessories for your favourite non-human buddy. Whether you fancy a furry friend or favour feathered flying family members, come and see what is on offer in our region, all under one roof!

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1174 days ago

Taranaki Baby & Kids Expo

Sandra from Whalers Gate

This expo is for anybody who is planning to get pregnant, has babies or those with young children already at school.


The Taranaki Baby & Kids Expo has a variety of exhibitors, showcasing local businesses and organisations right here in Taranaki. You will find information about pregnancy, … View more
This expo is for anybody who is planning to get pregnant, has babies or those with young children already at school.


The Taranaki Baby & Kids Expo has a variety of exhibitors, showcasing local businesses and organisations right here in Taranaki. You will find information about pregnancy, babies, toddlers and school children. Whether you are thinking about conception, looking to start your baby on solids, or wanting to find after school activities for your child, come and see what is on offer in our region, all under one roof!

The expo will once again have a private space for feeding and nappy changing and the stalls are specially spaced out to allow plenty of room for prams and children.

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1175 days ago

Are you using our 2021 Garden Diary?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours,

We're all working from home during this lockdown, not just to bring you your favourite gardening mag, but also our Garden Diary 2022! This is where we need your help: Show us how you've been using your 2021 Diary -- take photos of the pages, tell us what was most … View more
Dear neighbours,

We're all working from home during this lockdown, not just to bring you your favourite gardening mag, but also our Garden Diary 2022! This is where we need your help: Show us how you've been using your 2021 Diary -- take photos of the pages, tell us what was most useful, did you have enough space to write your notes, what have you scribbled on the pages? Did you clip your plant labels on them? Perhaps shoot a little video with your phone as you turn the pages. Your feedback will help us put together next year's diary.

Please email your comments and photos to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, by this Friday, Aug 27. The five most helpful readers will each receive a free copy of the 2022 diary.

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1175 days ago

Welcome to Workbridge Taranaki

Workbridge

Welcome to Workbridge Taranaki - We're still here to help!
Are you a jobseeker looking for work Or Are you an employer looking for a new employee? Let Workbridge help you with your employment needs. Workbridge is New Zealand’s largest free employment service for disabled people or those … View more
Welcome to Workbridge Taranaki - We're still here to help!
Are you a jobseeker looking for work Or Are you an employer looking for a new employee? Let Workbridge help you with your employment needs. Workbridge is New Zealand’s largest free employment service for disabled people or those with an injury or health condition. Workbridge provides a range of free employment support services for both jobseekers and employers. Last year Workbridge helped 1300 businesses find success through inclusive employment. Workbridge is a national provider with over 90 years experience within employment services. If you are living with a health condition or are disabled and want to find a job, let Workbridge help you.
Whilst we are in Lockdown level 4, our offices are closed, but we are working from home and are ready and able to keep working with our existing and new clients. If you are not a Workbridge client and would like to enrol with our services, you can begin the enrolment process online or by giving us a call - we'ld love to hear from you.

1176 days ago

One to watch

Competenz

We love seeing our apprentices making waves in the industry.
Wade Peek was recently named Plastics Apprentice of the Year, is definitely one to watch. With two qualifications under his belt, he’s been earmarked as a future plastics industry leader.

He hopes to one day start his own … View more
We love seeing our apprentices making waves in the industry.
Wade Peek was recently named Plastics Apprentice of the Year, is definitely one to watch. With two qualifications under his belt, he’s been earmarked as a future plastics industry leader.

He hopes to one day start his own manufacturing business and says: "I really want to pass on what I have learnt to support apprentices in their training. I also want to be able to teach people outside of the plastics industry about what we do, as I truly believe we can't solve any of the really important environmental issues that surround plastic unless as many people as possible understand it."

If you are thinking of signing up for an apprenticeship, get in touch with us here

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1178 days ago

Friday puzzle

NumberWorks'nWords New Plymouth

Here is a weekend puzzle for those of you who enjoyed the last one. Answer to follow on Monday.

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1178 days ago

PlunketLine

Rose Haskell from Taranaki Plunket

Plunket in-person Services are suspended, and all locations are closed under Alert Level 4. With this in mind, we wish to remind the community of the virtual ways in which they can access support and assistance during this time.

PLUNKETLINE

Available to ALL families: Plunket or not - PlunketLine … View more
Plunket in-person Services are suspended, and all locations are closed under Alert Level 4. With this in mind, we wish to remind the community of the virtual ways in which they can access support and assistance during this time.

PLUNKETLINE

Available to ALL families: Plunket or not - PlunketLine is a free parent helpline and advice service available to all families, whānau and caregivers 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

When you call PlunketLine your call will be answered by a Plunket nurse, who can give you advice and information on parenting issues and your child’s health and wellbeing.
www.plunket.org.nz...

📞 0800 933 922

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1179 days ago

Do you have a great rocket recipe?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours,

Every month, NZ Gardener runs a series of tested reader recipes using a seasonal crop. We are now on the hunt for rocket recipes, so send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz before Aug 31, 2021.

Every published recipe wins a copy of our special edition Homegrown Recipes.

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