Rongotea - Awahuri, Rongotea

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1652 days ago

Need Glass Repairs?

Craig Bismark from Bismark Glass Ltd

Hi neighbours,
Crickey its great to be out and about again. Level 2 feels like such freedom doesn't it? Even if we do need to keep our distance and wash our hands constantly.
If you'd like to get any window glass repaired before the real cold comes, please give us a call.

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1652 days ago

'Mum and dad' landlords affected by law changes

Colleen Hawkes Reporter from Homed

The freeze on tenancy terminations has impacted 'Mum and dad' landlords in ways no-one could have predicted prior to Covid-19.

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1652 days ago

Free Microsoft Word Online Course – 25th May 2020

Frances from Awapuni

Starts Monday 25th May 2020
Monday and Tuesday 9.30 am – 11.30 am (4 hours per week)
20 Hour Programme
An introduction to Word
Explore and learn new skills.
Know how to:
• Design, layout and create documents
• Insert and format pictures and shapes
• Create SmartArt and WordArt
• Use … View more
Starts Monday 25th May 2020
Monday and Tuesday 9.30 am – 11.30 am (4 hours per week)
20 Hour Programme
An introduction to Word
Explore and learn new skills.
Know how to:
• Design, layout and create documents
• Insert and format pictures and shapes
• Create SmartArt and WordArt
• Use Themes and Styles
• Produce table of contents and cover pages
Want more information on course delivery.
Email our tutor at sbarrass.211@literacy.org.nz and course information will be sent to you.
Our usual Microsoft Office course will resume in term 3.

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1652 days ago

Nominate a favourite local for a Local Like!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Got a local business that went over and above during lockdown? Is there one you’ve really missed - or one that's brightened your day? Maybe it’s a business who just needs a helping hand at the moment...

Nominate them for a Local Like! Your shoutout could appear as an advert on Stuff, on… View more
Got a local business that went over and above during lockdown? Is there one you’ve really missed - or one that's brightened your day? Maybe it’s a business who just needs a helping hand at the moment...

Nominate them for a Local Like! Your shoutout could appear as an advert on Stuff, on Neighbourly, or in your local paper. Plus you could win a bag of feijoas (or a $100 voucher to the business you nominate).
Nominate now

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1652 days ago

Mission Feedback – Join the conversation

Mission Feedback

As a nation, we recently held a moving ANZAC Day commemoration. So now is a good time to reflect on how we treat our military personnel during and after their service. It speaks volumes about who we are as New Zealanders.

Let’s not leave those who serve our country behind.

Can New Zealand … View more
As a nation, we recently held a moving ANZAC Day commemoration. So now is a good time to reflect on how we treat our military personnel during and after their service. It speaks volumes about who we are as New Zealanders.

Let’s not leave those who serve our country behind.

Can New Zealand do more to ensure that past, present and future service people - and their whānau – are recognised and supported?

Join the conversation now at missionfeedback.co.nz
Join now

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1653 days ago

Rain? Water?

John from FAMCO Water cartage

Places we go? Where water is needed!
0800 456463

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1653 days ago

Free Microsoft Word Online Course – 25th May 2020

Frances from Awapuni

Starts Monday 25th May 2020
Monday and Tuesday 9.30 am – 11.30 am (4 hours per week)
20 Hour Programme
An introduction to Word.
Explore and learn new skills.
Know how to:
• Design, layout and create documents
• Insert and format pictures and shapes
• Create SmartArt and WordArt
• Use … View more
Starts Monday 25th May 2020
Monday and Tuesday 9.30 am – 11.30 am (4 hours per week)
20 Hour Programme
An introduction to Word.
Explore and learn new skills.
Know how to:
• Design, layout and create documents
• Insert and format pictures and shapes
• Create SmartArt and WordArt
• Use Themes and Styles
• Produce table of contents and cover pages
Want more information on course delivery.
Email our tutor at sbarrass.211@literacy.org.nz and course information will be sent to you.
Our usual Microsoft Office course will resume in term 3.

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1653 days ago

essential service - drinking Water

John from FAMCO Water cartage

FAMCO water has been on line, on the phone, in the truck and on the job throughout the covid19 challenging times as an essential service.
It was wonderful to have been of service to many existing and new customers throughout this time! Thank you all for your confidence in our ongoing safe and … View more
FAMCO water has been on line, on the phone, in the truck and on the job throughout the covid19 challenging times as an essential service.
It was wonderful to have been of service to many existing and new customers throughout this time! Thank you all for your confidence in our ongoing safe and deliverable service!
And now - Autumn is here, covid19 level 2 has arrived - but still very little rain! Don't run out of drinking water.......Call us on 0800 456463 - FAMCO delivers.

1653 days ago

Poll: Should you take your shoes off at the front door?

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

Hey neighbours, how do you feel about this divisive household dilemma?

Is taking your shoes off in someone's home the right and hygienic thing to do, or do you see being asked to remove your shoes as a total imposition?

It's one of many home dilemmas we come across on Homed, along with… View more
Hey neighbours, how do you feel about this divisive household dilemma?

Is taking your shoes off in someone's home the right and hygienic thing to do, or do you see being asked to remove your shoes as a total imposition?

It's one of many home dilemmas we come across on Homed, along with toilet paper over or under? cutlery up or down in the dishwasher? top sheet or no top sheet?, to name a few. Read more about the arguments for each and see how many people agree with you, here.

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Should you take your shoes off at the front door?
  • 65.1% Yes
    65.1% Complete
  • 5.5% No
    5.5% Complete
  • 29.4% Only in other people's homes, if they ask
    29.4% Complete
218 votes
1653 days ago

Poll: Back to school, or not?

Reporter Manawatū Standard

Mōrena kiritata,

Level 2 has brought with it the chance for kids to reunite with their friends as schools reopen for the first time in weeks.

However, some parents have chosen to keep their children at home.

What have you done?

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Back to school, or not?
  • 10.1% My kids will stay at home until level 1
    10.1% Complete
  • 73.9% I was happy to take them back on Monday
    73.9% Complete
  • 15.9% I'm waiting for more information before they head back to school
    15.9% Complete
69 votes
1667 days ago

Regional council rates set to go up

Jono Galuszka Reporter from Manawatū Standard

Mōrena neighbours,

Horizons Regional Council is asking people to get in touch about its annual plan, which as it stands has rates going up by 1 per cent.

Some councillors say rates need to stay flat, while others say what is not paid for now needs paying for later.

What are your thoughts? … View more
Mōrena neighbours,

Horizons Regional Council is asking people to get in touch about its annual plan, which as it stands has rates going up by 1 per cent.

Some councillors say rates need to stay flat, while others say what is not paid for now needs paying for later.

What are your thoughts? Should there be no rates increase? Or is it better to get work done sooner rather than latter?

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1654 days ago

Back your backyard

Trupti Biradar Reporter from Stuff Travel

As we settle into life in Alert Level 2, we're excited to see a bit more of NZ. Join us as we showcase the best close-to-home travel experiences Aotearoa has to offer.

1654 days ago

Take the virtual tour

Julia Wallace Retirement Village

Did you know you can view some of our retirement villages in the comfort of your own home?

Immerse yourself in our beautiful villages by taking a ‘walk through’ with our virtual tours. Stroll through the lovely gardens, explore the village amenities, and step into a beautiful independent … View more
Did you know you can view some of our retirement villages in the comfort of your own home?

Immerse yourself in our beautiful villages by taking a ‘walk through’ with our virtual tours. Stroll through the lovely gardens, explore the village amenities, and step into a beautiful independent apartment, serviced apartment or care room. You can navigate your way through each featured room or area of the village and really get a feel for the space. It’s a great way to obtain a more intricate view before you make a visit to the village.
Find out more

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1656 days ago

Fertiliser

Quinton from Milson

Good morning,
I have been doing some research on fertilisers, after planting some griselinia hedges. Someone told me to get High N Low P and High K rating with the P below 2%. Theres a few products I can identify but what has,everyone else been doing and feeding their hedges and natives?

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