Cafe Irresistiblue Sunday Lunch 4 October
Cafe Irresistiblue is situated centrally in the heart of the Waikato, only 10 minute drive from Cambridge and is based on New Zealand’s largest certified organic blueberry orchard.
With high ceilings and a rustic, country feel, the cafe is a great place to visit, relax and enjoy a cup of organic coffee and a delicious fresh meal incorporating an enticing palate of local flavours, whilst overlooking the organic blueberry orchard towards the mountains beyond. (monavaleblueberries.co.nz)
TOUR COST: Door-to-door transport (from Tauranga/Mt Maunganui/early Papamoa) $35.00pp.;
Lunch cost is your choice from the menu or excellent cabinet food. (cafeirresistiblue.co.nz)
Ph: 0275224607 or e-mail tgatastingtours@xtra.co.nz to reserve your seat
Poll: Should the government levy industries that contribute to financial hardship?
As reported in the Post, there’s a $30 million funding gap in financial mentoring. This has led to services closing and mentors stepping in unpaid just to keep helping people in need 🪙💰🪙
One proposed solution? Small levies on industries that profit from financial hardship — like banks, casinos, and similar companies.
So we want to hear what you think:
Should the government ask these industries to contribute?
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59.4% Yes, supporting people is important!
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26.3% No, individuals should take responsibility
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14.3% ... It is complicated
Poll: Could having a bigger university presence bring new opportunities and energy to the Bay of Plenty?
As reported in The Post, the University of Waikato is planting roots in Tauranga as it works on “ambitious plans” to grow its Durham St campus. The goal? To see Tauranga recognised as a true “university city.”
We want to know: Could having a bigger university presence bring new opportunities and energy to the region? We’d love to hear your thoughts!
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70% Yes!
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20% Nah
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10% Mmm, let's wait and see
Have you got New Zealand's best shed? Show us and win!
Once again, Resene and NZ Gardener are on the hunt for New Zealand’s best shed! Send in the photos and the stories behind your man caves, she sheds, clever upcycled spaces, potty potting sheds and colourful chicken coops. The Resene Shed of the Year 2026 winner receives $1000 Resene ColorShop voucher, a $908 large Vegepod Starter Pack and a one-year subscription to NZ Gardener. To enter, tell us in writing (no more than 500 words) why your garden shed is New Zealand’s best, and send up to five high-quality photos by email to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz. Entries close February 23, 2026.
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