Westown, New Plymouth

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2170 days ago

Live Stronger for Longer!

The Team from ACC New Zealand

Maintain your strength and balance with Live Stronger for Longer classes. You'll learn simple exercises in your local community to help keep you steady on your feet and reduce the risk of falls. These classes are safe and you’ll have fun while meeting new people in your community. Go to … View moreMaintain your strength and balance with Live Stronger for Longer classes. You'll learn simple exercises in your local community to help keep you steady on your feet and reduce the risk of falls. These classes are safe and you’ll have fun while meeting new people in your community. Go to livestronger.org.nz to find an approved class near you. Brought to you by ACC, Ministry of Health and Health Quality and Safety Commission. Find out more

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2171 days ago

Fonterra Open Gates, free family day out

Fonterra Open Gates

Some Fonterra farmers are opening up their gates on Sunday 11 November, to show how they care for the environment and what they are doing to help protect it.

It’s also your chance to enjoy a fun family day out on the farm, where you can see where your milk comes from, chat to our farmers and … View more
Some Fonterra farmers are opening up their gates on Sunday 11 November, to show how they care for the environment and what they are doing to help protect it.

It’s also your chance to enjoy a fun family day out on the farm, where you can see where your milk comes from, chat to our farmers and sample our products, including our special edition Tip Top ice cream.

Book your free farm visit to secure your place and don't forget your gumboots! For more information visit Open Gates.
Find out more!

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2171 days ago

Garden Treats, Tupare, Taranaki Symphony Orchestra

Chris from Lynmouth - Moturoa

Orchestra members are playing at Tupare this weekend as part of the garden festival. Free admission to the gardens, but come and listen to various ensembles from orchestra members and enjoy home baking, teas and coffee.
Today, Saturday was a bit wet, but like the musicians on the Titanic, the band … View more
Orchestra members are playing at Tupare this weekend as part of the garden festival. Free admission to the gardens, but come and listen to various ensembles from orchestra members and enjoy home baking, teas and coffee.
Today, Saturday was a bit wet, but like the musicians on the Titanic, the band played on....
Sunday the weather looks good for a lovely wander around the gardens and take in some music and food. A unique opportunity to hear some lighter music from our talented musicians.

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2171 days ago

Chromecast

Bonnie from Spotswood

$50 ono

Price: $50

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2171 days ago

47inch Transonic TV

Bonnie from Spotswood

Older flat screen tv
No Freeview
Speakers are still good
Has slight dirty screen effect from age
Does not affect the tv use.
We used for computers gaming an streaming
2 hdmi ports an usual components.
Comes with remote … View more
Older flat screen tv
No Freeview
Speakers are still good
Has slight dirty screen effect from age
Does not affect the tv use.
We used for computers gaming an streaming
2 hdmi ports an usual components.
Comes with remote

Pick up only

$170

Negotiable

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2172 days ago

Help Tom Thank the Blind Foundation

The Team from Givealittle

Hi New Zealand,

This week is Blind Week raising awareness and funds for the Blind Foundation to support those who are blind or have low vision.

94 year old Tom Beale is on a mission to thank the Blind Foundation after they helped him through a tough time. Let's help Tom give back to … View more
Hi New Zealand,

This week is Blind Week raising awareness and funds for the Blind Foundation to support those who are blind or have low vision.

94 year old Tom Beale is on a mission to thank the Blind Foundation after they helped him through a tough time. Let's help Tom give back to this wonderful organisation through Givealittle!

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2195 days ago

The Placement of the Don Driver Southern Cross Mural at the New Air-Port Terminal.

Tom P from Lynmouth - Moturoa

Why is it that the local NPDC or Mayor appear to be not interested at all, on retaining in the Don Driver Southern Cross mural and historical painting, inside the new "Over the Top", costing air-port terminal? The mural was commissioned back in the late 60's as a historical, NZ … View moreWhy is it that the local NPDC or Mayor appear to be not interested at all, on retaining in the Don Driver Southern Cross mural and historical painting, inside the new "Over the Top", costing air-port terminal? The mural was commissioned back in the late 60's as a historical, NZ important, acknowledgement, of the first ever powered air-craft landing, at a NZ place, of an over-sea's, departed air-craft.It appears to be blatantly one-eyed and ignorant, in its attitude of suggesting after some public outcry, that the mural concerned, may-be placed in a perplex cabinet, outside the terminal building. "Why" I ask?. The new build is 4 times lager than the present terminal, The local Puketapu sub-tribe, maori cultural narrative, which is costing the local rate payers a ridiculous $4.5 million dollars to have advice given about its need and set-up and display [ I bet the rate payers are paying for that as well] , does not need the total display space area. Sir Charles Kingsford -Smith's commemoration achievement on his flight across the Tasman Sea, at the very least, needs a prominent display, showing its importance of his landing at the Bell Block Aerodrome. There is a city wide petition now circulating about this issue. Please can you read and support it if you are inclined this way. This NPDC , other than 3 local Councillors, is ignoring the districts right to a better understanding of this local and NZ important memorial, piece of art. To keep this cultural narrative in perspective, should not the Waikato maori be given a display area in the terminal as well? They had cleared any local maori out of the whole district, for many many years, other than a few left at Ngamutu Beach. Thankfully they were saved by Dicky Barrett and a few brave whalers and maori associates? Just maybe the Hamilton rate Payers would like to support that happening by also giving $4.5 million towards a more open narrative?

2172 days ago

Check out the latest SuperSeniors newsletter

Office for Seniors

Hi Neighbours!

Want news for and about older New Zealanders? Then check out the latest edition of the SuperSeniors newsletter.

In the October issue we celebrate seniors as part of International Day of Older Persons. Telecommunications Commissioner, Dr Stephen Gale, talks about how to choose … View more
Hi Neighbours!

Want news for and about older New Zealanders? Then check out the latest edition of the SuperSeniors newsletter.

In the October issue we celebrate seniors as part of International Day of Older Persons. Telecommunications Commissioner, Dr Stephen Gale, talks about how to choose the right internet plan and we learn more about how to become a Dementia Friend.

To subscribe, follow this link: bit.ly...

To view past editions go to www.superseniors.msd.govt.nz...

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2173 days ago

Poll: What are you handing out for Halloween this year?

Reporter Sunday Star Times

Halloween is always associated with truckloads of candy! But this year it seems like things are changing and healthy snacks might be on the menu. Is this the case for you?

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What are you handing out for Halloween this year?
  • 25.1% Candy
    25.1% Complete
  • 3.2% Healthy snacks
    3.2% Complete
  • 71.1% Nothing
    71.1% Complete
  • 0.7% Homemade sweet treats
    0.7% Complete
1351 votes
2175 days ago

Poll: Is free-range chicken worth the extra cost?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

Chicken is a popular dish for many Kiwi families. But are you happy to pay the extra cost for free-range or organic chicken? If so, why do you fork out extra for it? Although buying free-range chicken might be an ethical choice for many, it's … View more
Hi neighbours,

Chicken is a popular dish for many Kiwi families. But are you happy to pay the extra cost for free-range or organic chicken? If so, why do you fork out extra for it? Although buying free-range chicken might be an ethical choice for many, it's not necessarily any healthier than other chicken.

As part of a new Stuff series, we look at why chicken is so cheap to buy nowadays, what happens inside the barn, why chickens get so big and the use of antibiotics in chicken feed. To learn more about what happens to your chicken before you put it in your shopping trolley, click the links above.

Have you got an opinion on the topic? Share your thoughts in the replies below. (Please add "NFP/not for print" if you do not want your images/ comments used on Stuff)

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Is free-range chicken worth the extra cost?
  • 50% Yes
    50% Complete
  • 50% No
    50% Complete
46 votes
2173 days ago

Masterchef winners Karena and Kasey Escorted tour USA 2019

Carole Garnham from Go4iT Travel - Carole Garnham

Freshly baked and released today.. if you are looking for a completely different holiday and enjoyed watching Karena and Kasey - MasterChef winners and their travels on TV this could be for you. To lock your place onboard this fun 'foodie' styled exciting trip give me a call today!

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2173 days ago

Resene project of the week!

The Team from Resene ColorShop New Plymouth

Are your children or grandchildren scared of the dark? Give them something fun to look at when the lights go out with this clever glow in the dark moons made using Resene testpots and Resene FX Nightlight glow in the dark paint. Your kids will love it! Make the most of your weekend with this … View moreAre your children or grandchildren scared of the dark? Give them something fun to look at when the lights go out with this clever glow in the dark moons made using Resene testpots and Resene FX Nightlight glow in the dark paint. Your kids will love it! Make the most of your weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene.Find out how to create this quick and easy project yourself.

2173 days ago

Taranaki Regional Council Environmental award winners

Taranaki Regional Council

This year’s 14 awards are all tremendous examples of the Taranaki can-do attitude and highlight the practical environmentalism that’s a strong part of the regional culture.

Their achievements are awe-inspiring and worthy of celebration. We’re a region of people who walk the talk. We see … View more
This year’s 14 awards are all tremendous examples of the Taranaki can-do attitude and highlight the practical environmentalism that’s a strong part of the regional culture.

Their achievements are awe-inspiring and worthy of celebration. We’re a region of people who walk the talk. We see what needs to be done, and we get stuck in and do it. This is the spirit that makes the region what it is.

So congratulations to our winners, and to all the others out there working hard to make Taranaki an even better place.

David MacLeod, Taranaki Regional Council Chairman
Check out the award winners

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2176 days ago

PLEASE stop chucking your pooch poo in my green waste wheelie!

Hez from Brooklands - Vogeltown

There is nothing remotely green, or neighbourly, about your dog's faeces in the green waste wheelie I put out weekly, yet not a week goes by that I don't discover some in the wheelie. Please, bag it, certainly, but take it home or put it in a council bin? Thank you!

2174 days ago

Old or not suitable for stock, hay or straw wanted.

Alex from Brooklands - Vogeltown

Need to put some straw or hay on vege garden. Wondering if anyone has some available. Preferrably not suitable for stock, damp or damaged, would be good. Thanks Alex.

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