Papamoa Beach, Papamoa

Got any recipes for great festive treats?

Got any recipes for great festive treats?

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2630 days ago

Are you at risk from Legionnaires' disease?

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

Hi neighbours, do you like to use potting mix and compost in your garden? If so, are you aware of the risks?

ESR scientists say infection rates from legionella bacteria found in potting mix and compost are rising and gardeners need to be careful. They advise anyone working closely with these … View more
Hi neighbours, do you like to use potting mix and compost in your garden? If so, are you aware of the risks?

ESR scientists say infection rates from legionella bacteria found in potting mix and compost are rising and gardeners need to be careful. They advise anyone working closely with these mixtures to wear a close-fitting face mask and gardening gloves. Find out what else you can do to protect yourself against Legionnaires' disease, here.

2635 days ago

Should school lunches be funded?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

Are government-funded school lunches needed in our community? Experts have said free school lunches could address a "blind spot" in efforts to eliminate child poverty in NZ. To read more, click here.

Sweden, for example, offers free nutritious school lunches to children … View more
Hi neighbours,

Are government-funded school lunches needed in our community? Experts have said free school lunches could address a "blind spot" in efforts to eliminate child poverty in NZ. To read more, click here.

Sweden, for example, offers free nutritious school lunches to children in all primary schools. Is this something NZ should be doing too? Or should funding be focused elsewhere? Would funded lunches help your family? Let us know 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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2630 days ago

Considering glass protection?

Doug from ClearShield Surface Restore & Protect BOP Ltd

If your considering glass protection, why should you consider using Clearshield over other glass protection products available?
The reason's are;
- ClearShield's UK Manufacturer, Ritect International, is the Global market leader and has been in operation for 37 years, so ClearShield has … View more
If your considering glass protection, why should you consider using Clearshield over other glass protection products available?
The reason's are;
- ClearShield's UK Manufacturer, Ritect International, is the Global market leader and has been in operation for 37 years, so ClearShield has been tried, tested and proven in many glass applications around the World and in NZ.

- ClearShield is a polymer resin, so chemically links to the glass which is unlike it's competitors which supply a coating. Unfortunately some coatings fade or crack over time.

- Because ClearShield is a polymer resin it is non hazardous & non flammable, which is unlike some of its competitors who supply a Silicon based product. If you haven't heard, silicon is listed after asbestos as substances contributing to workplace airborne diseases.

- To recondition & protect glass with ClearShield is upto a seven step process dependant on the condition of the glass. The ClearShield Eco system is built to last, not a short term fix like some products out there.

- All glass protection still requires the glass to be cleaned to retain glass clarity of new glass. For me personally this amounts to approx 5 minutes/week for my shower with a cleaning cost of approx $23/annum. If you follow the maintenance requirements ie 5 minutes/week, glass clarity for new glass will be a minimum of 10 years and restored shower glass 4 years.

- look at glass restoration before replacement to reduce your refurbishment costs.

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2631 days ago

Wanted vinyl flooring free.

Donna from Hairini

HI looking for a large piece of vinyl flooring. Used. Free. Approx 3 m x 3m.
Please help.
My 13 year old son has started busking. He needs it to make dancing on the grass easier. .
Please contact me on 0226488474.
I will pick up.

2630 days ago

Poll: Prince William made the buzzy bee world-famous. What toy will the next Royal Baby show off?

Reporter Sunday Star Times

Many New Zealanders loved Kiwiana and it helped define us on the world stage – but Kiwiana was a creation of the last century. New Zealand's national paper, the Sunday Star-Times, is embarking on a project to find out what Kiwiana has evolved into and how it encapsulates the values of our … View moreMany New Zealanders loved Kiwiana and it helped define us on the world stage – but Kiwiana was a creation of the last century. New Zealand's national paper, the Sunday Star-Times, is embarking on a project to find out what Kiwiana has evolved into and how it encapsulates the values of our diverse, innovative 21st century nation.

Join us as we explore what Kiwi culture looks like in neighbourhoods across the country. In the coming weeks, you'll notice a few posts about Kiwi innovations popping up across Neighbourly - we'd love for you engage and let us know what innovations and innovators you think need profiling!

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Prince William made the buzzy bee world-famous. What toy will the next Royal Baby show off?
  • 20.3% Bunch o Balloons, the water bombs that make every day a visit to the beach
    20.3% Complete
  • 61.1% Pipi Mā, the award-winning range of Te Reo Māori speaking and singing plush doll
    61.1% Complete
  • 18.6% Another nation or two to add to the Empire.
    18.6% Complete
360 votes
2630 days ago

Reader’s Rail Tour - North Island

Stuff

Come and create memories of a lifetime next Autumn as the annual Readers’ Rail Tour heads north on an unforgettable journey exploring the rich history and culture of New Zealand.

Join us as we explore Te Puia Geothermal Valley, sample world class wines on Waiheke Island and spend three nights… View more
Come and create memories of a lifetime next Autumn as the annual Readers’ Rail Tour heads north on an unforgettable journey exploring the rich history and culture of New Zealand.

Join us as we explore Te Puia Geothermal Valley, sample world class wines on Waiheke Island and spend three nights at the elegant Chateau Tongariro plus so much more.

Fabulous scenery, company, food, wine and excursions all combine to make this a brilliant experience.

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2631 days ago

Business Expo March 2019 .. Early Bird Pricing closing soon

Sharon from Papamoa Beach

Be Like John! BOOK your stand now and you can jump for joy too. Early bird pricing still applies .. only a few weeks left. OCTOBER BONUS! If you book this month you will be entered into a draw to win 50% of your stand cost back. To book go to www.businessexpo.biz...

#bizexpo #getbizdone #success … View more
Be Like John! BOOK your stand now and you can jump for joy too. Early bird pricing still applies .. only a few weeks left. OCTOBER BONUS! If you book this month you will be entered into a draw to win 50% of your stand cost back. To book go to www.businessexpo.biz...

#bizexpo #getbizdone #success #mindset #inspiration #knowledge #networking #entrepreneurship

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2631 days ago

Baby gates

Roseanna from Ohauiti

Looking for free and unused baby gates.

Free

2631 days ago

Call us - we are here to listen Bay of Plenty

Lifelink / Samaritans

In the past 12 months we have answered nearly 3,500 calls. We take calls covering a wide range of issues: relationship problems, loneliness, addiction, health and mental problems.

Call us on 0800 726 666.

We are a listening ear that can make all the difference between life and death. … View more
In the past 12 months we have answered nearly 3,500 calls. We take calls covering a wide range of issues: relationship problems, loneliness, addiction, health and mental problems.

Call us on 0800 726 666.

We are a listening ear that can make all the difference between life and death. Our volunteers have been providing this invaluable free service to everyone who needs it since 1973. We receive calls across all the age groups – from teenagers to over 50-year-olds.

If you are interested in becoming a volunteer for the Samaritans we would love to hear from you. Please register by email to Meg Sillay at rotorua.lifelink@xtra.co.nz. Full training is provided.

To support our life-saving service, donate on our Givealittle page.

LET NATURE IN
MĀ TE TAIAO KIA WHAKAPAKARI TŌU ORANGA
STRENGTHEN YOUR WELLBEING

This Mental Health Awareness Week message is supported by Neighbourly. #mhawnz
Find out more

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2632 days ago

Wanted an I-pad mini screen

Margaret from Papamoa Beach

Trying to find a replacement screen for an ipad mini - does anyone have a non working ipad they no longer use that a young lad could have please?

Free

2632 days ago

Small business owner? Take our survey... *WIN*

Stuff

Small business in New Zealand is a big deal. So Stuff, in association with Neighbourly, wants to know what small business thinks about the big issues.

This survey will only take a couple of minutes, but will help us understand the challenges and opportunities for our little big businesses. … View more
Small business in New Zealand is a big deal. So Stuff, in association with Neighbourly, wants to know what small business thinks about the big issues.

This survey will only take a couple of minutes, but will help us understand the challenges and opportunities for our little big businesses. We'd love you to be involved.

Plus complete the survey and you're in the draw to win a $100 supermarket voucher to treat you and your team to morning tea!
Take the survey

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2632 days ago

Motorcyclists, should your safety be rewarded?

The Team from ACC New Zealand

If you’re a motorcyclist and you take safety training, should you get a rebate on your rego? ACC’s new proposal might reward you.

Learn about all the proposals and have your say at our site by October 25.
Learn more

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2634 days ago

3 big goldfish plus tank

Debbie from Papamoa Beach

I'm selling these on behalf of my dad he's had them since baby and there really friendly pretty fish my dad's circumstances have changed and he has to down size he sold his big tank so these fish have been in this one for about 2 months it's a bit small as they are quite big … View moreI'm selling these on behalf of my dad he's had them since baby and there really friendly pretty fish my dad's circumstances have changed and he has to down size he sold his big tank so these fish have been in this one for about 2 months it's a bit small as they are quite big fish it comes with a pump he would like $30.00

Price: $30

2634 days ago

Clothes dryer for sale

Vicki from Papamoa Beach

Haier clothes dryer for sale. Reasonably tidy condition, goes well. Papamoa

Price: $45

2634 days ago

Poll: The battle to prove ownership of the pavlova was hard-fought. The new pavlova is:

Reporter Sunday Star Times

Many New Zealanders loved Kiwiana and it helped define us on the world stage – but Kiwiana was a creation of the last century. New Zealand's national paper, the Sunday Star-Times, is embarking on a project to find out what Kiwiana has evolved into and how it encapsulates the values of our … View moreMany New Zealanders loved Kiwiana and it helped define us on the world stage – but Kiwiana was a creation of the last century. New Zealand's national paper, the Sunday Star-Times, is embarking on a project to find out what Kiwiana has evolved into and how it encapsulates the values of our diverse, innovative 21st century nation.

Join us as we explore what Kiwi culture looks like in neighbourhoods across the country. In the coming weeks, you'll notice a few posts about Kiwi innovations popping up across Neighbourly - we'd love for you engage and let us know what innovations and innovators you think need profiling!

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The battle to prove ownership of the pavlova was hard-fought. The new pavlova is:
  • 12.9% Sunfed chicken-free chicken, the pea-based protein that’s healthier for NZers
    12.9% Complete
  • 75% Whittaker's L&P Chocolate, two of New Zealand’s most iconic brands join forces
    75% Complete
  • 12.1% Deer milk cheese, is a world-first that has top chefs buzzing
    12.1% Complete
659 votes
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