Strandon, New Plymouth

The Neighbourly Winter Garage Sale...

The Neighbourly Winter Garage Sale...

It's this Saturday, so get your goods listed before then to make some money.

308 days ago

The Kiwi Butcher Shop

Kiwi Butcher

Hi Neighbours - It’s Stephen and the team here from The Kiwi Butcher Shop. The next two weeks is celebrating 20 years of serving you, our community and we invite you to come on in and celebrate instore with us!

We have some super low specials, Beef Mince $9.99kg/Corned Beef $10.99kg/Pork Leg … View more
Hi Neighbours - It’s Stephen and the team here from The Kiwi Butcher Shop. The next two weeks is celebrating 20 years of serving you, our community and we invite you to come on in and celebrate instore with us!

We have some super low specials, Beef Mince $9.99kg/Corned Beef $10.99kg/Pork Leg Roasts $7.99kg and over $5000 worth of giveaways and prizes for our customers when they shop instore, until 2 September. With personalised service and quality meats, come on in and see why we’re Taranaki’s Award-Winning Butchery.

Stephen Morrison
Owner - The Kiwi Butcher Shop
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308 days ago

Help 4phase Games get to PAX australia

Matiu Awarāwhiti from Native landscape design

Kia ora!

Local māori game developers, 4phase Games, are fundraising to present at Australasia's biggest gaming convention PAX in Melbourne

Help them out with their Givealittle fundraiser here:

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324 days ago

Mangorei Road Parking and Road Changes

John from Merrilands

The council has put forward a proposal to remove most of the off street parking on Mangorei road from the Merrilands shopping centre to NPGHS.
You will loose the ability to park in front of your own home and your visitors will also have limited options. This will clog the side streets with cars … View more
The council has put forward a proposal to remove most of the off street parking on Mangorei road from the Merrilands shopping centre to NPGHS.
You will loose the ability to park in front of your own home and your visitors will also have limited options. This will clog the side streets with cars due to sport event traffic on the grounds in this area.
Various bus stops will bring the traffic in that lane to a complete halt while people board or disembark buses it appears from the video and also the designs on the council website.
As a resident of Onslow Place we are already very restricted with a narrow street and this will make the congestion a real issue for visitors and emergency services to attend in some cases. In particular Te Mete Terrace can be almost blocked due to the children’s park and or the sports ground traffic.
The meeting times are 4.30 - 6.30 this Tuesday at Merrilands school and again on Friday at NPGHS.
I would love to hear from residents living directly on Mangorei road to hear if you have had a letter drop or notification of these meetings. The times chosen could not be worse for working people or people with young families around finishing work and dinner times.
A stealth move as to attract as little push back on this ridiculous idea it would seem.
Once again an attempt to make a change that benefits a very small section of the community at the expense of the majority. We already have a cycle way and footpaths on Mangorei road and removing most on street parking is not required.
The small businesses holders opposite Te Mete park will be adversely effected also with people having to go around the block or perform a U- Turn on Karaka street to park as there will only be one car park on Mangorei road outside these properties directly to service the three businesses on the corner.
I suspect there will be discontent with residents competing for road side parking out side houses other than their own when visitors are expected. Restricted parking for residents can become very territorial and confrontational. Please take the time to make your feelings heard in this matter and email me directly if you can’t make the meeting and I’ll pass on your objection should you have any. Has anyone on Mangorei road had correspondence from the council directly about the meetings on Tuesday or Friday?

jmpreecesnr@xtra.co.nz

Please include your name and address at the top so the powers that be don’t refute your objection.
There is also a website you can visit and I’ll put the link at the bottom of this post. You can submit your objections there also.
According to the council website Waka Kotahi has gifted $17m to help cycling and walking easier.
I’m totally against monies being pigeonholed by government departments on things that are already in place. It’s the tail wagging the dog mentality.
We have a cycle way and footpaths on Mangorei road. What we don’t need is less traffic flow and money wasted on projects like this for the few while the majority of motorists and residents will have their daily commute and visitor parking restricted.
I realise there will be people who may find the proposed changes to their advantage and that’s ok.
I’m against it so I’m looking for like minded response’s and won’t enter into an argument on this platform.
I’m merely bringing it to everyone’s attention as it’s come as a complete surprise to our street residents that there is a consultation meeting 2 days away.
How good would $17m be to fix the potholes in our city and surrounding rural roads.

The link to the You Tube video and the design plans on the council website is below.

www.npdc.govt.nz...

Copy and paste into your search engine.
The video begins from the Merrilands shopping centre.

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310 days ago

Are You a Low or Standard User?

The Team from NZ Compare

Another energy mystery that leaves many of us a tad confused…

Don’t be tricked into thinking a Low User plan means low costs. If you're a Standard User, sticking to Standard User plan is key to maximize savings. Compare plans wisely to make the right choice!

Your plan can change … View more
Another energy mystery that leaves many of us a tad confused…

Don’t be tricked into thinking a Low User plan means low costs. If you're a Standard User, sticking to Standard User plan is key to maximize savings. Compare plans wisely to make the right choice!

Your plan can change based on how many people are living at your house, what appliances you have running and/or what is used to cook with and heat the home.

Make sure you're on the right plan, take a squizz at our handy guide.
Learn more now

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311 days ago

Waitara Savage and Entertainment Club

Nana from Hillsborough - Lepperton

Invite everyone to their Concert at 1.30pm on the 16th September at the Waitara Senior Citizen's Hall Warre Street Waitara. Admission $5. Raffles and Afternoon tea.

311 days ago

Cozy up with a coffee and your favourite magazine this winter

Mags4Gifts

Until 3 September, purchase any magazine or newspaper on Mags4Gifts and automatically go in the draw to win a Sunbeam Barista Max Espresso Machine worth $499.

Mags4Gifts has a wide range of magazine and newspaper subscriptions. There’s something for the whole family! Start by browsing our best… View more
Until 3 September, purchase any magazine or newspaper on Mags4Gifts and automatically go in the draw to win a Sunbeam Barista Max Espresso Machine worth $499.

Mags4Gifts has a wide range of magazine and newspaper subscriptions. There’s something for the whole family! Start by browsing our best sellers which include NZ House & Garden, NZ Gardener, and The TV Guide. T&Cs apply.

The team at Mags4Gifts
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316 days ago

Shopping Bags Needed

Sharon Wills from New Plymouth Community Food Bank

Hello! donations of paper shopping bags and plastic newspaper bags would appreciated at the foodbank please.
Drop of Monday, Wednesday and Friday 9am - 2pm.
Thank you!

312 days ago
312 days ago

Try before you buy

Blackwell Motors

We're proud of the quality of cars we sell at Blackwell Motors, Honda Store Taranaki. So if you're looking for a car that you can rely on and enjoy driving, come to Blackwell Motors and see for yourself why all our vehicles are quality assured.

Our test drives are designed to give … View more
We're proud of the quality of cars we sell at Blackwell Motors, Honda Store Taranaki. So if you're looking for a car that you can rely on and enjoy driving, come to Blackwell Motors and see for yourself why all our vehicles are quality assured.

Our test drives are designed to give you a comprehensive experience of the vehicle you're interested in. If you don't know what you're interested in, our team can help you to find the car that fits you and your lifestyle.

Buy from Blackwell Motors, Honda Store Taranaki and buy with confidence
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319 days ago

Join Our Team

The team from

Volunteer with a fun group of people and make a positive contribution to your community, please join us at the Citizens Advice Bureau.
No special expertise is required and full training is given.
Are you looking for a rewarding volunteering role? New Plymouth Citizens Advice Bureau could be the … View more
Volunteer with a fun group of people and make a positive contribution to your community, please join us at the Citizens Advice Bureau.
No special expertise is required and full training is given.
Are you looking for a rewarding volunteering role? New Plymouth Citizens Advice Bureau could be the answer.











Please call us on 06 758 9542 or email us newplymouth@cab.org.nz

313 days ago

Worried About Winter Bills?

The Team from NZ Compare

Final call for winter deals, neighbours!
Worried about facing those winter bills? No worries, our budget-friendly power and broadband plans have you covered. Stay cozy, stay connected, and stress less. Hurry, these offers won't last!

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313 days ago

$15 off your Naturopathic consult in August

Annemarie from Holistic Health Taranaki

When you are needing:
-more energy,
-improvement in your physical complaints,
-less chaos in your mind,
-more quality time to put towards your family

But heck, it feels like an uphill battle to:
-figure out what changes to make
-decide when/how to start
-wonder where to buy any … View more
When you are needing:
-more energy,
-improvement in your physical complaints,
-less chaos in your mind,
-more quality time to put towards your family

But heck, it feels like an uphill battle to:
-figure out what changes to make
-decide when/how to start
-wonder where to buy any remedies

I can help you with that. A Naturopathic, holistic, 100% natural approach to specifically the issues you are wanting to tackle. We can work online or in person.

It would be an absolute privilege to work with you!

343 days ago

Cook a Heart Healthy Meal Today!

Heart Foundation NZ

A heart healthy diet is one rich in fruit and vegetables. Not only are they better for your heart, but they allow you to feel fuller with less calories. This amazing Vegetarian Lasagne from the Heart Foundation is definitely delightful. It's a perfect winter dish to warm you up and help keep … View moreA heart healthy diet is one rich in fruit and vegetables. Not only are they better for your heart, but they allow you to feel fuller with less calories. This amazing Vegetarian Lasagne from the Heart Foundation is definitely delightful. It's a perfect winter dish to warm you up and help keep your heart healthy. Let's get cooking! #HeartHealthy #EatingWell

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313 days ago

Have you got a great recipe for peas?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours, every month, NZ Gardener runs a series of reader recipes using a seasonal crop. This month, we're on the hunt for pea recipes! Send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz by August 27, 2023. Every published recipe wins a copy of the September issue of NZ Gardener.

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313 days ago

More Kiwis eligible for insulation grants

EECA

Everyone deserves a warm, dry, healthy home – see if you’re eligible for financial support to insulate and heat yours.

Warmer Kiwi Homes is a government grant that offers 80% - 90% of the cost of ceiling and underfloor insulation, and up to 80% off an energy-efficient heater, like a heat … View more
Everyone deserves a warm, dry, healthy home – see if you’re eligible for financial support to insulate and heat yours.

Warmer Kiwi Homes is a government grant that offers 80% - 90% of the cost of ceiling and underfloor insulation, and up to 80% off an energy-efficient heater, like a heat pump. In August, the eligibility criteria were extended so over 50,000 more households are eligible for insulation grants.

And you may get it even cheaper than that - lots of community organisations offer extra funding to reduce the cost further.

Check your eligibility, or check for your whānau.
Find out more

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