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1181 days ago

MetService issues Severe Weather Warnings, Red Warning for Buller and Westland

Neighbourly.co.nz

UPDATE
July 15 4:44pm

A rare Red Weather warning has been issued for Buller and Westland from 9pm tonight until early Saturday.

The current warning in place forecasts between 300mm and 400mm of rain to fall in the region, almost twice its monthly rainfall. Peak rates of 20-30mm per hour is … View more
UPDATE
July 15 4:44pm

A rare Red Weather warning has been issued for Buller and Westland from 9pm tonight until early Saturday.

The current warning in place forecasts between 300mm and 400mm of rain to fall in the region, almost twice its monthly rainfall. Peak rates of 20-30mm per hour is set to fall on Friday afternoon.

MetService meteorologist Lewis Ferris said that there would be significant impact on West Coast communities and transport links to other regions, with the possibility of roads becoming impassable and possibly isolating communities.

"We are asking people to act now to keep themselves and their whānau safe and to heed the advice of authorities," adds Ferris. "Anyone with travel plans in Westland and Buller on Friday and Saturday are urged to keep up to date with road information from Waka Kotahi NZTA. This is especially relevant due to the school holidays bringing more families to the West Coast."
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MetService has issued several severe weather warnings for regions in the South Island and central New Zealand.

An active front is moving slowly across southern and central New Zealand today, bringing with it heavy rain in western areas and northerly, gale force winds for central regions.

In a statement, MetService said rain across Westland to northwest of Nelson is set to be significant, with the potential for flooding and disruptions for commuters.

Severe northerly gales are forecast in Wellington, with the agency informing residents to expect power outages and damage to insecure structures.

The Orange Weather Warnings affect the following areas:

Orange Rain Warning:
- Nelson west of Motueka from 6am Friday. Valid from 6am Friday
- Buller. Valid from 1pm Thursday
- Western ranges of Marlborough including the Richmond and Bryant ranges. Valid from 4pm Friday
- The headwaters of the Canterbury lakes and rivers from the Rakaia river northwards. From 11pm Thursday
- Westland north of Fox Glacier. Valid from 6pm Thursday
- The headwaters of the Canterbury lakes and rivers between Mount Cook and the Rakaia river. Valid from 4am Friday.
- Westland south of Fox Glacier. Valid from 9pm Thursday

Orange Wind Warning:
- Taranaki Region: gusts up to 120kmh in exposed places. Valid from 8pm Friday
- Marlborough Region: gusts of 120kmh. Valid from 1pm Friday
- Wellington, and Wairarapa south of Featherston: north to northwest severe gales gusting 140 kmh in exposed areas. Valid from 3pm Friday

For more information and to keep up to date with any developments, visit the MetService's warning page.

Neighbourly will update this message as further information is released from the MetService wire.

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1181 days ago

Updates to the RTA 🏠

Office for Seniors

Are you renting? Recent changes to the Residential Tenancies Act (RTA) make it easier for tenants to make minor changes to the rental property and improves the security of tenure. 🖼️🏠🔑

See the full list of changes, including a template for requesting to make a change to the property, on… View more
Are you renting? Recent changes to the Residential Tenancies Act (RTA) make it easier for tenants to make minor changes to the rental property and improves the security of tenure. 🖼️🏠🔑

See the full list of changes, including a template for requesting to make a change to the property, on the Tenancy Services website 👉bit.ly...

You can also read our story about the recent changes - and more - in our latest edition of the SuperSeniors newsletter 👉 bit.ly...

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1181 days ago

Lunchtime Concert Series: Jeanette Harding, Friday 16 July

Chris from Lynmouth - Moturoa

The next lunchtime concert at Whiteley Memorial Church this Friday features Jeanette Harding at 12.15 pm. Jeanette has a classical piano background and over the years has played with bands as well as solo work and was organist for fifteen years at the Methodist Church.
Her repertoire includes … View more
The next lunchtime concert at Whiteley Memorial Church this Friday features Jeanette Harding at 12.15 pm. Jeanette has a classical piano background and over the years has played with bands as well as solo work and was organist for fifteen years at the Methodist Church.
Her repertoire includes vocal and keyboard as well as Classical, Jazz and Pop music. Her programme is sure to have something for everyone. Tea, coffee and nibbles available. A Koha would be appreciated.

1181 days ago

Merida 24 inch girls' bike for sale

Francis from Inglewood

This is an 8 speed bike in good condition.
Selling because we had to buy a bigger bike for my daughter.

Price: $100

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1181 days ago

Coal Range Wanted (Shacklock)

Michelle from Welbourn

Wanted to buy for parts. Black Shacklock CoalRange. Doesn't need to be working!
Please PM me if you have one hidden away!Thanks

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1183 days ago

WE WANT TO GIVE A SMALL DOG A NEW HOME

Roger from Lynmouth - Moturoa

If you or anyone you know will be looking to rehome a small/medium dog in the near future I would appreciate your call.
Maybe you are moving or going to a Retirement Village where you cannot have a pet - or it can be any other reason.

Jeni and I have a rescue shih tzu (7) - she had been very … View more
If you or anyone you know will be looking to rehome a small/medium dog in the near future I would appreciate your call.
Maybe you are moving or going to a Retirement Village where you cannot have a pet - or it can be any other reason.

Jeni and I have a rescue shih tzu (7) - she had been very badly treated. Now we have had her 2 years and she is gaining confidence we would like to rehome a doggy as a playmate for her.
We also have another little old shih tzu they are good friends but Daisy is 15, deaf and nearly completely blind, she also has a liver condition. So she’s a companion but not a great playmate.

We have always had three dogs and we are basically looking for another ‘short nosed’ doggy up to spaniel size.

The doggy would not lose touch with its current owner and we would keep in touch with visits/walks - whatever was requested.

We have a nice house looking over the Port and would be happy to have it inspected.
The Ngamoutu Domain is only a few metres from our front door and it’s a favourite place for walks.
Rob Mills at NP Vet Group is our vet for Daisy so any new doggie will be looked after well in case of illness.
All our dogs sleep in our bedroom and are rarely left at home alone.

My mobile is 0212666721 (if I cannot answer I will see your no and phone back) or reply with a phone number on this site.
Thank you —Roger Tonkin

1183 days ago

Book My Vaccine coming in July

Kevin from Westown

I have no association with this program. Just some information I found, on the official COVID site.

Pulled website on 13 July. See links at bottoms

"Book My Vaccine coming in July

The national COVID-19 vaccine booking system will be live from 28 July.

Book your vaccination appointments … View more
I have no association with this program. Just some information I found, on the official COVID site.

Pulled website on 13 July. See links at bottoms

"Book My Vaccine coming in July

The national COVID-19 vaccine booking system will be live from 28 July.

Book your vaccination appointments online from 28 July

We'll start vaccinating Group 4 from 28 July, starting with those aged 60 years and over, and then, from August 11, people aged 55 years and over.
Everyone else will follow in age bands through until the end of 2021.

When it's your turn

When it's your turn to get vaccinated, you can expect to receive an invitation to book a vaccination appointment.

You'll be able to book using the new national booking system, Book My Vaccine, or by phoning the national booking 0800 number.

Book My Vaccine and the 0800 number will be live from 28 July.

Once it’s your turn, you can be vaccinated at any time — there’s no cut off.

Register your details

People waiting for their age band to start will be able to register their details on Book My Vaccine from 28 July. Once bookings are open for your age band, you will get an email or text letting you know it’s your turn to book."

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1191 days ago

Age Concern freephone line 0800 65 2 105

The Team from Age Concern New Zealand

If you have safety concerns for yourself, or an older friend or family member you can call us for free and confidential advice and support.


There are many reasons why elder abuse occurs. It often stems from attitudes that are ageist, and disrespectful of older people.

The majority of cases … View more
If you have safety concerns for yourself, or an older friend or family member you can call us for free and confidential advice and support.


There are many reasons why elder abuse occurs. It often stems from attitudes that are ageist, and disrespectful of older people.

The majority of cases that Age Concerns work with involves older people living in their own homes. In most instances it is family members like adult children who perpetrate elder abuse or neglect.


Call 0800 65 2 105 to contact your nearest Age Concern

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1182 days ago

LAYING HYLINE HENS

Philippa from Westown

Hyline hens, approximately 1 year old, laying well. Healthy, free range birds, well looked after. Contact Philippa on 0272207515.

Price: $15

1182 days ago

Our Amazing Service Technicians

AGrowQuip NZ

Our AGrowQuip service technicians took out a couple of awards at the Fieldays Tractor Pull.

Paul Mellow (left) took out the Sportsmanship Award.

Shawn Luxton (right) achieved First Place in the Weight Adjusted Tractor Pull in his 1998 John Deere 7810. 23 years old with 15,000 hours on the … View more
Our AGrowQuip service technicians took out a couple of awards at the Fieldays Tractor Pull.

Paul Mellow (left) took out the Sportsmanship Award.

Shawn Luxton (right) achieved First Place in the Weight Adjusted Tractor Pull in his 1998 John Deere 7810. 23 years old with 15,000 hours on the clock and still going strong!

Congratulations guys. Awesome work!

Our AGrowQuip Service technicians are ready and waiting to help you at:
- Cambridge – 169 State Highway 1B (Victoria Road)
- Hamilton – 8 Kells Place
- Pukekohe – Corner of Paerata Road & Comrie Place
- Silverdale – 2 Emirali Road

Or call us on 0800 TRACTOR (872 286)

Ps: We are also have loads of new stock at the moment: Ride-ons, compact tractors, larger tractors, excavators and construction machinery.
Find out more

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1183 days ago

Car Boot Sale - Fundraiser for the Taranaki Cancer Society

Cassie from Strandon

Looking to have a clear out? Or looking for a bargain?
Get involved in the Daffodil Car Boot Sale and help out the Taranaki Cancer Society at the same time as part of our Daffodil celebrations.
The Car Boot Sale will be on Saturday 7 August, from 8am to Midday, at the Taranaki Cancer Society, 71 … View more
Looking to have a clear out? Or looking for a bargain?
Get involved in the Daffodil Car Boot Sale and help out the Taranaki Cancer Society at the same time as part of our Daffodil celebrations.
The Car Boot Sale will be on Saturday 7 August, from 8am to Midday, at the Taranaki Cancer Society, 71 Lorna Street, Strandon, New Plymouth.

Spots available:
* Car Park - $10 - Car park provided. Please bring your own table/chairs/shelter (please note: Shelter must fit within the car park to avoid impeding on the space of others)
* Indoor - $20 - includes a table, chairs and shelter. Cars will need to be parked on the road.

If you wish to pre-book your space, please contact cassie.rowe@cancercd.org.nz or book through events.humanitix.com...

Looking for a bargain? Entry is free, but any koha towards the Cancer Society is greatly appreciated. The Cancer Society will also have a stall and all funds raised from that stand will go directly to the Cancer Society.

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1183 days ago

Do you know a greenfingered hero in your community?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

NZ Gardener is again looking for greenfingered good sorts – individuals or groups who have used gardening skills to help other people. Five finalists will feature in the October magazine and one will go on to become 2021 Gardener of the Year! There are some amazing prizes up for grabs so if you … View moreNZ Gardener is again looking for greenfingered good sorts – individuals or groups who have used gardening skills to help other people. Five finalists will feature in the October magazine and one will go on to become 2021 Gardener of the Year! There are some amazing prizes up for grabs so if you know a homegrown hero who is using their gardening skills for good, nominate them now!

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1183 days ago

NZ's Biggest Independent Furniture Expo - ON NOW!

Cleggs Furniture Court

Clegg's Furniture Expo is on now until July 18th. Great deals in-store and releases of gorgeous new furniture. Finance terms - Q Card, GEM & Afterpay Find out more

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1184 days ago

Coal Range Wanted (Shacklock)

Michelle from Welbourn

Wanted to buy Shacklock Coal Range or parts of one.
Need a few bits for ours. Needs to be BLACK. If you have any spare parts or even a complete coalrange hiding away please contact me! Thanks

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1184 days ago

Who vs. Whom?

NumberWorks'nWords New Plymouth

Who vs. Whom? If you can replace the word with “he”’ or “’she,” use who. If you can replace it with “him” or “her,” use whom.

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