Pauanui - Tairua, Pauanui

2343 days ago

Should New Zealand history be taught in all schools?

Reporter Hauraki Herald

Hi neighbours - Jacinda Ardern has announced that all schools and kura would be expected, by 2022, to teach the country's history.

Curriculum changes would reset a national framework so that all learners and ākonga were aware of key aspects of New Zealand history and how they had influenced … View more
Hi neighbours - Jacinda Ardern has announced that all schools and kura would be expected, by 2022, to teach the country's history.

Curriculum changes would reset a national framework so that all learners and ākonga were aware of key aspects of New Zealand history and how they had influenced and shaped the nation.

What do you think? Should New Zealand history be taught in all schools, or are there other, more important subjects to teach?

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2341 days ago

0% weeds, 100% Happiness. Win a Fiskars Xact™ weed puller!

Fiskars

A day of weed pulling can pay a heavy toll in the form of aches and pains. That's why Fiskars has engineered the Xact™ weed puller, to assist with the effortless removal of root weeds.

The Fiskars Xact™ weed puller eliminates the need for digging, bending or using chemicals - preventing… View more
A day of weed pulling can pay a heavy toll in the form of aches and pains. That's why Fiskars has engineered the Xact™ weed puller, to assist with the effortless removal of root weeds.

The Fiskars Xact™ weed puller eliminates the need for digging, bending or using chemicals - preventing muscle strain and backache. Its simple ergonomic design is changing the strenuous outdoor job of pulling weeds. You'll have the neighbours lining up to borrow yours!

We have 5 Fiskars Xact™ weed pullers to give away. Simply LIKE or THANK this post to go in the draw to WIN!

To find out more and buy the product, visit a Bunnings or Mitre 10 store near you

Never bow down to weeds again!

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* Competition entries accepted from 1.00am Sunday 15th September 2019 to 8:00am Monday 23rd September 2019. Five 5 Fiskars Xact™ weed pullers to be won. Winners will be contacted by email or phone on Monday 23rd September 2019. The prize will be couriered to the address specified by the winner within 4 weeks of the competition closing
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2341 days ago

Is seaweed on YOUR dinner plate?

Reporter Hauraki Herald

Hi neighbours - Wakame Fresh, a seaweed product company operating in the Coromandel, has been given $75,000 of funding to investigate the viability of turning seaweed into a high value export industry.

Agriculture Minister Damien O'Connor, after a bite of freshly caught seaweed, said "it… View more
Hi neighbours - Wakame Fresh, a seaweed product company operating in the Coromandel, has been given $75,000 of funding to investigate the viability of turning seaweed into a high value export industry.

Agriculture Minister Damien O'Connor, after a bite of freshly caught seaweed, said "it was something that NZ had perhaps taken for granted".

Is seaweed on YOUR dinner plate? How do you incorporate it into meals?

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2342 days ago

Take the stress out of retirement living

The Team from

In retirement, having certainty about your living costs can provide great peace of mind.

It’s something Judith and Bob have discovered since moving to Bert Sutcliffe Retirement Village in Auckland. The couple enjoy peace of mind knowing exactly what they’re going to pay each week at the … View more
In retirement, having certainty about your living costs can provide great peace of mind.

It’s something Judith and Bob have discovered since moving to Bert Sutcliffe Retirement Village in Auckland. The couple enjoy peace of mind knowing exactly what they’re going to pay each week at the village. As a Ryman Healthcare village, Bert Sutcliffe residents enjoy a fixed base weekly fee for life – guaranteed.*
Judith explains, “For us it was a no brainer, it was the best decision.

*Some conditions apply
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2342 days ago

Were you affected by the storm?

Reporter Hauraki Herald

Hi neighbours - a number of people were affected after the Coromandel Peninsula was battered by a storm this week.

Garrick Simpson lost six heifers, and had to help his friend bury a flock of drowned sheep. Garages and backyard were fully submerged, and a number of roads were closed.

Were you … View more
Hi neighbours - a number of people were affected after the Coromandel Peninsula was battered by a storm this week.

Garrick Simpson lost six heifers, and had to help his friend bury a flock of drowned sheep. Garages and backyard were fully submerged, and a number of roads were closed.

Were you affected? Is it one of the worst storms you've seen?

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2342 days ago

Should vaping be banned in schools?

Reporter Hauraki Herald

Hi neighbours - Principals in schools are backing the government's plan to ban most vape flavours.

They warn that without firm action, New Zealand will have a new generation of people addicted to nicotine. Many students mistakenly believe that vapes contain only water and flavouring.

What … View more
Hi neighbours - Principals in schools are backing the government's plan to ban most vape flavours.

They warn that without firm action, New Zealand will have a new generation of people addicted to nicotine. Many students mistakenly believe that vapes contain only water and flavouring.

What are your thoughts? Should vaping be banned in schools?

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2351 days ago

Would Thames benefit from having more unique shops?

Reporter Hauraki Herald

Hi neighbours - Raymond May has abandoned hope of creating a unique antique business in Thames after the council requested he moves it.

He said 'Just Plane Interesting', a business with the intent to showcase artworks, antiques, and movie memorabilia, just wasn't meant to be in the … View more
Hi neighbours - Raymond May has abandoned hope of creating a unique antique business in Thames after the council requested he moves it.

He said 'Just Plane Interesting', a business with the intent to showcase artworks, antiques, and movie memorabilia, just wasn't meant to be in the town.

Will you miss this business? Would Thames benefit from having more unique shops?

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2342 days ago

Transform your candle holders

The Team from Resene ColorShop Matamata

A marble finish always looks elegant whichever form it takes, from kitchen islands to smaller ornaments such as candle holders.

Painting your own marbled effect has become a hot trend of late, and the good news is that it’s so easy to create using Resene Lusta-Glo.

Make the most of this … View more
A marble finish always looks elegant whichever form it takes, from kitchen islands to smaller ornaments such as candle holders.

Painting your own marbled effect has become a hot trend of late, and the good news is that it’s so easy to create using Resene Lusta-Glo.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how to create this quick and easy project yourself.

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2343 days ago

Thames Green $ Market

Alice from Thames

Saturday 14th September- Grahamstown Hall, 768 Pollen St, Thames. 8.30am until 11 am
Enjoy fun , friendly atmosphere variety of stalls- new crafts, crocheted and knitted items, new and used bric brac , household items, books and lots more, plants , . Lots of bargains , all welcome Kitchen and cup … View more
Saturday 14th September- Grahamstown Hall, 768 Pollen St, Thames. 8.30am until 11 am
Enjoy fun , friendly atmosphere variety of stalls- new crafts, crocheted and knitted items, new and used bric brac , household items, books and lots more, plants , . Lots of bargains , all welcome Kitchen and cup of tea or coffee
Why not join the market, become a member and enjoy the member benefits- trading is fun and easy ask our members about joining

2343 days ago

The Voting Climate: A Stuff survey of every council candidate

Stacey Reporter from Stuff

Hi Neighbours,

As part of Stuff's Quick! Save the Planet project, we are contacting every candidate in every council race to ask a series of questions about climate change. We're also asking them all for a short position statement on climate change issues.

We'll publish the … View more
Hi Neighbours,

As part of Stuff's Quick! Save the Planet project, we are contacting every candidate in every council race to ask a series of questions about climate change. We're also asking them all for a short position statement on climate change issues.

We'll publish the results of our survey on a special section, in time for when ballot papers start arriving in mailboxes at the end of next week.

If you're standing as a council candidate, please answer Stuff's climate change survey.

To find out more, click here

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2344 days ago

FREE trial swimming lesson

Hilton Brown Swimming

Summer is Nigh. Give swimming lessons a try!

At Hilton Brown Swimming we provide a fun, safe and caring environment for people of all ages (infants through to adults) to learn to swim.

Ensure that you and your family are summer swimming ready.

Touch base with us today to book in your … View more
Summer is Nigh. Give swimming lessons a try!

At Hilton Brown Swimming we provide a fun, safe and caring environment for people of all ages (infants through to adults) to learn to swim.

Ensure that you and your family are summer swimming ready.

Touch base with us today to book in your free trial swimming lesson. 07 855 8666
Book online now

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2344 days ago

Are you going to the Classic Car parade this weekend?

Reporter Hauraki Herald

Hi neighbours - are you going to the Rotary Paeroa Vintage and Classic Car parade this Saturday? Will you be showcasing a vehicle?

One of the main features will be the 1978 Ford LTD limousine that was once used to chauffer former Prime Minister Robert Muldoon. His former partner Gloria MacGregor… View more
Hi neighbours - are you going to the Rotary Paeroa Vintage and Classic Car parade this Saturday? Will you be showcasing a vehicle?

One of the main features will be the 1978 Ford LTD limousine that was once used to chauffer former Prime Minister Robert Muldoon. His former partner Gloria MacGregor purchased the limo from his estate and will celebrate her family memories at the show.

The street parade will commence at Wharf St, Paeroa, from 11am.

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