Lake Okareka, Rotorua

2706 days ago

Poll: Would you take your pet to work?

Nicola Brennan-Tupara Reporter from Rotorua News

Hi neighbours, this Friday is take your pets to work day.
Purina is encouraging people to get involved and involved their furry friends in their work for the day.
What do you think of this idea? Will you be doing it?

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Would you take your pet to work?
  • 50% It's great idea, but I won't be doing it
    50% Complete
  • 10% It's a great idea, and I'm getting involved
    10% Complete
  • 40% It's a terrible idea
    40% Complete
20 votes
2706 days ago

Take part in our FreshChoice Health & Beauty survey and WIN!

FreshChoice New Zealand

How often do you workout? What are you concerned about when buying food? How often do you take health supplements? How much sleep do you need each night?

Take the FreshChoice Health & Beauty Survey today and you could win one of five $50 FreshChoice vouchers!
Take the survey now

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2707 days ago

Poll: Do you support moves to decriminalise marijuana?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Stuff has launched a series exploring the prospect of legalised cannabis in New Zealand. We'd love to know your thoughts on the prospect - vote in our poll below.

Read more from the series: www.stuff.co.nz...

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Do you support moves to decriminalise marijuana?
  • 33.5% Yes - I support this movement
    33.5% Complete
  • 37.7% I support marijuana only for medicinal use
    37.7% Complete
  • 12.2% I support marijuana only for those over 21
    12.2% Complete
  • 15.8% No - I don't support this movement
    15.8% Complete
  • 0.8% I don't have an opinion
    0.8% Complete
4806 votes
2707 days ago

Buy Aftersocks & support rural communities

The Team from Aftersocks

Aftersocks NZ is a Rural Women New Zealand (RWNZ) initiative that supports rural communities, following an adverse event or natural disaster which has left them in need of financial assistance. Proceeds from the sale of Aftersocks contributes to the Rural Women New Zealand Adverse Events Relief … View moreAftersocks NZ is a Rural Women New Zealand (RWNZ) initiative that supports rural communities, following an adverse event or natural disaster which has left them in need of financial assistance. Proceeds from the sale of Aftersocks contributes to the Rural Women New Zealand Adverse Events Relief Fund.

Thanks for your support neighbours! Buy, Wear & Share!
Learn more

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2710 days ago

"It's like saying goodbye to an old friend" - Fire Service gets new name

Fire and Emergency New Zealand

From today our Neighbourly page will be re-named to Fire and Emergency New Zealand.

Watch this ONE News clip to find out why...

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2711 days ago

Share your skills and transform lives

Volunteer Service Abroad (VSA)

Want to share your skills through volunteering? Volunteer with local people and organisations throughout the wider Pacific to help transform lives. We accept volunteers aged 25-75.

We cover flights, accommodation, insurance and even provide a living allowance. Make a real difference in the lives… View more
Want to share your skills through volunteering? Volunteer with local people and organisations throughout the wider Pacific to help transform lives. We accept volunteers aged 25-75.

We cover flights, accommodation, insurance and even provide a living allowance. Make a real difference in the lives of our Pacific neighbours. Learn more about volunteering with VSA.
Register now

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2712 days ago

Re: Healthy Food Choices

Making 'healthier food choices' is quite fashionable at the moment, but can be difficult if you have diabetes or have been told you are at risk of diabetes.

Register for our FREE supermarket tour and learn the truth about what you should be eating.


Call our INFOLine on 07 5713422… View more
Making 'healthier food choices' is quite fashionable at the moment, but can be difficult if you have diabetes or have been told you are at risk of diabetes.

Register for our FREE supermarket tour and learn the truth about what you should be eating.


Call our INFOLine on 07 5713422 for dates and venue

2712 days ago

New intake for term 3

Faith Timu from HIPPY Rotorua

Kia ora whanau. HIPPY Rotorua will be starting a new group intake for term 3. However, people can start anytime during the year.

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2713 days ago

Poll: What do you think of the new All Blacks birth certificate?

Nicola Brennan-Tupara Reporter from Rotorua News

Hi neighbours,
Did you know you can now declare your newborn an ABs fan for life with a new decorative birth certificate?
READ MORE: www.stuff.co.nz...
Most people in our office think this is a bit off- what are your thoughts?
## Write NFP if you don't want your comments used in print ##

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What do you think of the new All Blacks birth certificate?
  • 33.3% I love it
    33.3% Complete
  • 66.7% I hate it
    66.7% Complete
18 votes
2713 days ago

Helping a Rotorua 'hero'

Nicola Brennan-Tupara Reporter from Rotorua News

Hi neighbours,
last week Bernie Hornfeck​ lost his home to fire.
As many of you know, Bernie has helped a lot of people around town.
He's received a lot of help so far, but if you're keen to help out too you can find out how in the article link below.

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2716 days ago

The Favourite Teachers Awards - nominate the teacher who inspired you or your children

Reporter Sunday Star Times

From Dumbledore in Harry Potter, to Mr Holland in Mr Holland's Opus, to Miss Honey in Roald Dahl's famous Matilda, great teachers inspire us all. In New Zealand, Kiwi IT developers are giving teaching a hi-tech upgrade with the creation of robotic maths tutor Amy - but even they admit … View moreFrom Dumbledore in Harry Potter, to Mr Holland in Mr Holland's Opus, to Miss Honey in Roald Dahl's famous Matilda, great teachers inspire us all. In New Zealand, Kiwi IT developers are giving teaching a hi-tech upgrade with the creation of robotic maths tutor Amy - but even they admit robots will never replace the real thing. Nominations are now open for the Favourite Teacher Awards – tell us about the teacher who has inspired you or your children.

www.FavouriteTeacher.co.nz...

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2717 days ago

Rotorua Central Scouts - July School Holiday Fundraiser Auction

Nari from Glenholme

Please support Rotorua Central Scouts and promote this auction far and wide.

www.trademe.co.nz...

July School Holiday Family Escape
Rotorua, New Zealand
Total Value $875.

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Please support Rotorua Central Scouts and promote this auction far and wide.

www.trademe.co.nz...

July School Holiday Family Escape
Rotorua, New Zealand
Total Value $875.

Escape these school holidays for some family time in Rotorua.

This auction is for 2 nights accommodation for you and up to 11 guests to stay in a holiday house in Rotorua plus family passes to local attractions.

Included:
2 nights accommodation
1 Family pass Rotorua Duck Tours Amphibious Sightseeing
6 Buy one, get one free admissions to Paradise Valley Springs Wildlife Park
Total Value $875.

The accommodation is at a fully self-contained, 5 bedroom/ 2 bathroom holiday house sleeping up to 12 guests. BBQ facilities, spacious yard for the kids to play in. To see the property Google Airbnb 13868996.

Valid - the final weekend of the July School Holidays (21-24 July, 2017).

This auction is raising funds for Rotorua Central Scouts.
Many thanks to our fabulous sponsors Rotorua Duck Tours, Paradise Valley Springs and Airbnb.

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2719 days ago

FreshChoice Te Ngae opens today!

FreshChoice Te Ngae

We’re officially open today and look forward to serving the local community. We have a team of locals working in the store and have committed to hiring local talent in the community. Our store has a wide range of everyday groceries, special treat-me items, fresh produce and an in-store butcher to… View moreWe’re officially open today and look forward to serving the local community. We have a team of locals working in the store and have committed to hiring local talent in the community. Our store has a wide range of everyday groceries, special treat-me items, fresh produce and an in-store butcher to give you the best cut of meat! Come in and see us, we look forward to meeting you!
- Michelle & Wayne Parry (Owners) and Paula Beattie (Store Manager).
Find out more

2719 days ago

Cheers to the Volunteers

Fire and Emergency New Zealand

Every year, over 11,000 brave men and women keep us safe. Most of them are working full-time jobs. Many are parents or grandparents. When the siren sounds, they all come running.

If you know a fire volunteer, this is your chance to say thanks. #cheerstothevolunteers
Say thanks

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2720 days ago

Electric Kiwi tops customer satisfaction survey

Electric Kiwi

Each year, Canstar Blue asks thousands of electricity customers to rate their retailer on key criteria. This year twelve different retailers feature in the results with Electric Kiwi winning the 2017 Most Satisfied Customers Award – Electricity Providers!

We’re really proud of the way our … View more
Each year, Canstar Blue asks thousands of electricity customers to rate their retailer on key criteria. This year twelve different retailers feature in the results with Electric Kiwi winning the 2017 Most Satisfied Customers Award – Electricity Providers!

We’re really proud of the way our team has made our customers advocates of the Electric Kiwi brand by delivering an exceptional customer experience, and it’s great to see how much customers love Electric Kiwi.

If you’re interested in guaranteed savings, no contracts, awesome online service and one hour of free power every day, then join Electric Kiwi – Rated #1 for Customer Satisfaction.
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