Otorohanga District, Otorohanga

2300 days ago

ShakeOut 2018

Richard Parfitt from Whakatāne District Council

At 09:30am on 18 October 2018, New Zealand will be taking part in ShakeOut, an international earthquake drill and tsunami hikoi (walk). It's important that you, your family and friends know what to do in the event of an earthquake or tsunami so this is the perfect opportunity to prepare. If … View moreAt 09:30am on 18 October 2018, New Zealand will be taking part in ShakeOut, an international earthquake drill and tsunami hikoi (walk). It's important that you, your family and friends know what to do in the event of an earthquake or tsunami so this is the perfect opportunity to prepare. If you practice these drills twice a year you have a significantly lower chance of being injured in one of these events. So what do you need to do?

How to ShakeOut
- Sign up at shakeout.govt.nz/signup (takes two minutes).
- Follow the steps at bopcivildefence.govt.nz/get-ready. This includes making an emergency plan, packing a getaway kit and knowing what to do with your pets.
- Conduct the earthquake drill. If you are in a coastal area take a walk to familiarise yourself with your evacuation route in the event of a tsunami.

How to conduct an earthquake drill
Drop to your hands and knees to ensure you don’t fall. 
Cover your head and neck. If possible take shelter under a sturdy table or desk. Do not move more than three steps. 
Hold onto your head and neck (or protection) until the shaking stops.

How to conduct a tsunami hikoi
Find your evacuation route at bopcivildefence.govt.nz or find your local tsunami map. These maps can also be obtained from your local council. 

It is important to know the natural warning signs. If an earthquake is Long or Strong - Get Gone. If you notice unusual sea water levels or noises coming from the ocean - Get Gone.

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2300 days ago

small/medium dog kennel

Cameron from Te Puke

Hi i am after a dog kennel for my small/med sized dog. must be in good condition,thankyou in advance. karen

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2309 days ago

Magpies

Dennis from Lynmore

To to those who walk their dogs in the recreational area of the Redwoods beware of the magpies as they are attacking walkers and their dogs. Any suggestions on what to do with the problem.

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2304 days ago

Granite benchtops

Jayne from Karapiro - Maungatautari

Hi neighbours, just joined Neighbourly and thought it a good place to let you know about our business WAIKATO STONECRAFT. We work with granite and marble to create gorgeous benchtops, vanities, fire surrounds, outdoor pizza oven surfaces. 30+ years, factory in Cambridge. Qualified stonemasons .Come… View moreHi neighbours, just joined Neighbourly and thought it a good place to let you know about our business WAIKATO STONECRAFT. We work with granite and marble to create gorgeous benchtops, vanities, fire surrounds, outdoor pizza oven surfaces. 30+ years, factory in Cambridge. Qualified stonemasons .Come and see Sandra for factory direct prices and special neighbourly service. www.benchtops.co.nz...
Free measure, quote, advice.
Thanks for reading!

2300 days ago

Subscribe to NZ Gardener's weekly ezine Get Growing and get free herb seeds!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

September is Bee Aware month, as we're calling on gardeners to make sure they plant pollen- and nectar-rich plants. We have 500 packets of bee-friendly edible herb seeds to give away to the first 500 people to sign up to Get Growing. Get Growing digital magazine is delivered every Friday to … View moreSeptember is Bee Aware month, as we're calling on gardeners to make sure they plant pollen- and nectar-rich plants. We have 500 packets of bee-friendly edible herb seeds to give away to the first 500 people to sign up to Get Growing. Get Growing digital magazine is delivered every Friday to your email inbox, completely free! (Offer is valid until Sept 30)

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2300 days ago

Deceased Dog

Nicky Neighbourly Lead from Te Puke

Hi everyone.  On the way to work this morning, just coming off the bridge heading towards Maungatapu, just to the left up on the bank appears to be a small tan puppy/or dog.  I'm really sorry to the owner :(

2302 days ago

*WIN* an eco grocery shopping pack!

Croco

Just starting your eco-journey? We have everything you need to help eliminate plastics from your weekly grocery shopping... and you could win! We've got two eco grocery shopping packs to giveaway - simply LIKE or THANK this post to enter!

Buy in September and you'll SAVE! Our … View more
Just starting your eco-journey? We have everything you need to help eliminate plastics from your weekly grocery shopping... and you could win! We've got two eco grocery shopping packs to giveaway - simply LIKE or THANK this post to enter!

Buy in September and you'll SAVE! Our eco grocery shopping packs are on sale now. Each pack includes our 4 piece 100% organic cotton eco bags and a set of 2 cotton mesh string bags.

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- all natural and chemical free
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2303 days ago

Poll: Should New Zealand take in 1500 refugees? Is it enough?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The annual refugee quota will lift from 1000 to 1500 by July 2020, Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern announced this week. Before 2016 the refugee quota sat static at 750 for 30 years, well behind many other western nations. The National Government then raised it to 1000. Is it enough?

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Should New Zealand take in 1500 refugees? Is it enough?
  • 19% Yes, we should take more
    19% Complete
  • 18.2% No, 1500 is enough
    18.2% Complete
  • 58.1% No - we shouldn't be taking so many
    58.1% Complete
  • 3.6% Don't mind either way
    3.6% Complete
  • 1.1% No opinion
    1.1% Complete
4134 votes
2304 days ago

We're proud to support CanTeen.

Warehouse Stationery

When young people are living with cancer, education tends to take a back seat. Help young people get their education back on track by donating to CanTeen at your local Warehouse Stationery store today.

Warehouse Stationery, partnering with you for a better community.
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2304 days ago

Do something good today!

Heather Moore from Volunteering Waikato

No act of kindness, no matter how small, is ever wasted. ~Aesop

Looking for something good to do? We can help... www.volunteeringwaikato.org.nz...

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2306 days ago

Want to win a trip to Sydney?

AIA

You and a young soccer fan could be in to win an exclusive junior soccer skills session in Sydney, attended by AIA Global ambassador David Beckham!

*AIA and Sovereign customers celebrate with a double chance to win*

All New Zealand residents can enter the draw, one entry per person — but … View more
You and a young soccer fan could be in to win an exclusive junior soccer skills session in Sydney, attended by AIA Global ambassador David Beckham!

*AIA and Sovereign customers celebrate with a double chance to win*

All New Zealand residents can enter the draw, one entry per person — but current AIA or Sovereign Personal Risk or Health insurance policyholders get an additional shot at scoring aplace at the skills session with a bonus entry into the prize draw.

To be in to win, visit www.AIA.co.nz/beckham to see how to team up and enter.

T&Cs apply.
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2311 days ago

Top 100 Restaurants

Sean from Owhata

Disappointing to see no Rotorua restaurants in the top 100,considering that tourists come here by the droves its a shame this isnt so.
Having said that though,i have had some nice dinners at a few places since coming here,though others i would never return to.
Any other thoughts?

2316 days ago

ACC involvement in Neighbourly

Frans from Karapiro - Maungatautari

I am very disappointed to see ACC is supporting Neighbourly! They (ACC) cannot even help/support genuinely injured workers and instead force them (injured workers) to seek help from Work and Income NZ.

2309 days ago

You'll never want to sit in a normal bean bag again

Croco

Our bean bags and bean bag accessories are so comfortable you’ll never want to sit in a ‘normal’ bean bag again. That’s a promise!

Did we mention our bean bags are stylish too? Available in contemporary fabrics such as linen and denim, our bean bags look good in any home or office.

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Our bean bags and bean bag accessories are so comfortable you’ll never want to sit in a ‘normal’ bean bag again. That’s a promise!

Did we mention our bean bags are stylish too? Available in contemporary fabrics such as linen and denim, our bean bags look good in any home or office.

Enjoy our one and only pre-summer sale with a massive 40% off our bean bags collection!

You’ll be proud to show off your Croco bean bag to family and friends, but be careful – once someone sits in a Croco, they never want to move!

Croco bean bags are:
- designed from scratch in New Zealand
- stylish, contemporary fabrics such as denim and linen
- in-built structure for ultimate support and comfort
- special Smart Filling Design so you don’t spill a single bean
- 365-day warranty on all products

Discount offer valid to 07/10/2018. Not to be used in conjunction with any other offer.
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2309 days ago

Two Occasional Chairs

Mara from Whakatane District

Made in South Africa from native hard wood with cushions covered in washable synthetic fabric. $100 each or $150 for them both.

Price: $100

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