Lake Tarawera, Rotorua

Wondering about something in your neighbourhood?

Wondering about something in your neighbourhood?

Whether it's a new building going up or a strange noise you keep hearing, ask your neighbours here.

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2564 days ago

Hay bales

Maria from Lake Tarawera

Does anybody sells hay bales or knows someone who does?

2563 days ago

Kiwi Camping Tent Expo – Tauranga Racecourse

Kiwi Camping

The Kiwi Camping Expo is on this weekend! View our whole tent and shelter range on display, as well as our furniture and camping gear.

Tauranga Racecourse
9am-4pm Saturday 11th and Sunday 12th November

There are great expo-only discounts across our entire product range as well as $1000 … View more
The Kiwi Camping Expo is on this weekend! View our whole tent and shelter range on display, as well as our furniture and camping gear.

Tauranga Racecourse
9am-4pm Saturday 11th and Sunday 12th November

There are great expo-only discounts across our entire product range as well as $1000 worth of prizes being given away each day! One happy camper will also WIN a family camping package worth $2200!

There are games for the kids and SCOUTS New Zealand onsite with a sausage sizzle! Bring the whole family down. Eat, laugh, play and score great deals on fantastic camping equipment.
Learn more

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2564 days ago

Have YOU applied for paint yet?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Just two weeks in and we've already received dozens of AMAZING applications. In case you didn't notice that sweet little "Colour Your Community" tab on the left hand side of your Neighbourly Home page, here's what's happening...

We've teamed up with our friends… View more
Just two weeks in and we've already received dozens of AMAZING applications. In case you didn't notice that sweet little "Colour Your Community" tab on the left hand side of your Neighbourly Home page, here's what's happening...

We've teamed up with our friends at Resene to offer Neighbourly members the chance to apply for one of six prizes to transform a spot in their community that needs a refresh, a spruce or a makeover. You could win up $1000 worth of Resene paints, wood stains and accessories - plus there's spot prizes just for applying! The initiative extends to individuals, organisations, schools, charities, businesses, anyone who wants to make a positive difference in their community. So what are you waiting for?! Apply now.
Apply for paint!

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2564 days ago

Send early and save this Christmas

NZ Post

Are you buying Christmas gifts for loved ones overseas? You can enjoy a 10% early bird discount on International Air Parcels when you send by 12th November. Simply pay for and print your postage online. It's not only a nice little saving but also a great way to beat the festive season rush. Find out more

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2565 days ago

Poll: School donations - voluntary or compulsory?

Reporter Rotorua News

An Auckland mum is fuming after her daughter came home saying she wouldn't be sitting her NCEA exams unless her school donations were paid. What are your thoughts? Do you think voluntary parental school donations should be . . . .
READ MORE: www.stuff.co.nz...

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School donations - voluntary or compulsory?
  • 8.1% Make them compulsory
    8.1% Complete
  • 37.8% Get rid of them for good
    37.8% Complete
  • 54.1% Keep them as voluntary
    54.1% Complete
37 votes
2567 days ago

Poll: Police academy for students a good idea?

Nicola Brennan-Tupara Reporter from Rotorua News

Hi neighbours,
Rotorua Boys' High School and Rotorua Girls' High School will be the first schools in the country to add a NCEA-accredited police studies subject to their curriculum.
REDA MORE: www.stuff.co.nz...
Do you think this is a good idea?
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Hi neighbours,
Rotorua Boys' High School and Rotorua Girls' High School will be the first schools in the country to add a NCEA-accredited police studies subject to their curriculum.
REDA MORE: www.stuff.co.nz...
Do you think this is a good idea?
## Note comments could be used in print unless you write NFP ##

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Police academy for students a good idea?
  • 92.9% Yes
    92.9% Complete
  • 7.1% No
    7.1% Complete
28 votes
2566 days ago

Thinking of building?

The Team from Jennian Homes

If you're thinking about building a home, there's some important information that you need to be aware of before you get underway. Register for FREE at attend an info session near you, so that you can hear why new builds are in HOT demand - and how we're helping locals in your … View moreIf you're thinking about building a home, there's some important information that you need to be aware of before you get underway. Register for FREE at attend an info session near you, so that you can hear why new builds are in HOT demand - and how we're helping locals in your community.

Our team of Jennian experts are here to help and would love to meet you. Come along to this complimentary Home Builders Info Session on us, we'll be sharing our construction industry knowledge and to find out how we can help get into your dream home. Feel free to ask us any questions you might have about building in summer or any time of the year!
Register now

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2575 days ago

Poll: Would you change the channel if a TV presenter was speaking Te Reo often?

Reporter Rotorua News

hi neighbours,
Tamati Coffey has been warned by a viewer against speaking Māori too often.
READ MORE: www.stuff.co.nz...
The viewer said people would switch off his new programme if he didn't stop speaking Te Reo. So what do you think? Would you change the channel?

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Would you change the channel if a TV presenter was speaking Te Reo often?
  • 49.3% No
    49.3% Complete
  • 50.7% Yes
    50.7% Complete
136 votes
2572 days ago

$60,000 legal costs of Rotorua mayoralty court fight

Nicola Brennan-Tupara Reporter from Rotorua News

Hi neighbours,
We can finally reveal how much the Rotorua mayoral legal battle cost ratepayers: $63,487.48.
READ MORE: www.stuff.co.nz...
What do you think of the costs?
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2568 days ago

Home is where the heart is

Heartland Bank

At Heartland Bank, we share Neighbourly’s commitment to Kiwi communities and we’re proud to offer seniors the opportunity to stay in the home they love.

A house is more than bricks and mortar and a community is more than a boundary on a map; both are full of memories and comfortable … View more
At Heartland Bank, we share Neighbourly’s commitment to Kiwi communities and we’re proud to offer seniors the opportunity to stay in the home they love.

A house is more than bricks and mortar and a community is more than a boundary on a map; both are full of memories and comfortable connectedness. If your parent is having a tough time making ends meet, but don’t want to sell their home to fund the things they need or want, consider talking to them about releasing some equity in their home with a Heartland Reverse Mortgage.
Learn more

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2570 days ago

Find your potential - Study a Bachelor of Arts

Massey University

Acquire new and adaptable skills. With a Bachelor of Arts, you’ll be ready to take on the changing world. Our courses have been designed to give you the skills employers are looking for – critical thinking, communication and problem solving nous. With 26 majors on offer you can study what … View moreAcquire new and adaptable skills. With a Bachelor of Arts, you’ll be ready to take on the changing world. Our courses have been designed to give you the skills employers are looking for – critical thinking, communication and problem solving nous. With 26 majors on offer you can study what you’re passionate about, while gaining valuable knowledge that will serve you now and in the future. Apply now for 2018

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2571 days ago

Halloween Tips from the Neighbourly Team

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Whether you're hitting the street to trick or treat, or staying inside with the the candy bowl by your side - here's some Neighbourly Halloween tips to ensure that this Tuesday is a fun and safe experience for you and your neighbours!

1. Set up a Halloween Group for your street! Plan … View more
Whether you're hitting the street to trick or treat, or staying inside with the the candy bowl by your side - here's some Neighbourly Halloween tips to ensure that this Tuesday is a fun and safe experience for you and your neighbours!

1. Set up a Halloween Group for your street! Plan your Halloween evening with your neighbours to see what time everyone is taking the kids out. You could even co-ordinate matching costumes!

2. Download one of our SPOOKY Neighbourly Halloween posters to stick on your house or letterbox for if:
- You welcome all trick or treaters
- You want trick or treaters to stay away

3. Stay in areas of your neighbourhood that are familiar and are well lit. And although Halloween is supposed to be spooky, be careful not to frighten your elderly neighbours by popping out of the dark!

Stay safe and have fun!

- The Neighbourly Team

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2573 days ago

Announcing Resene Colour your Community! *WIN*

Resene

Neighbourly and Resene are challenging you to Colour your Community! This is a chance to make a positive difference in your neighbourhood by transforming an area that needs a splash of paint. There's six prizes of up to $1000 worth of Resene paints, wood stains and accessories up for grabs!

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Neighbourly and Resene are challenging you to Colour your Community! This is a chance to make a positive difference in your neighbourhood by transforming an area that needs a splash of paint. There's six prizes of up to $1000 worth of Resene paints, wood stains and accessories up for grabs!

Whether it's a new mural for your community hall, a graffiti clean up or a local playground paint job, Colour Your Community lets you paint the town red (or green or blue). Apply now on behalf of your organisation, business, or for your own community project.
Apply for paint!

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2574 days ago

Halloween Survey results revealed!

FreshChoice Te Ngae

Halloween is creeping up! Our recent Halloween Survey has revealed what New Zealanders REALLY think of Halloween. Did you know that only 1 in 10 households give out healthy snacks to trick or treaters, or that our favourite thing to dress up as is a ‘witch’?

We found out that some … View more
Halloween is creeping up! Our recent Halloween Survey has revealed what New Zealanders REALLY think of Halloween. Did you know that only 1 in 10 households give out healthy snacks to trick or treaters, or that our favourite thing to dress up as is a ‘witch’?

We found out that some participants have some pretty wacky costume ideas like; ‘Donald Trump', ‘an inflatable flamingo’ a ‘popcorn vendor’ and ‘grumpy grannies’. Comment below with what you'll be dressing up as this year!
More Halloween Facts

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2575 days ago

3 gardening tips from the BOP GARDENA Gardener of the Year finalist

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

3 questions for the amazing volunteers from the Bay of Plenty Tree Society, who are a finalist in our GARDENA Gardener of the Year award.
1. Best irrigation tip? Drip feed irrigation.
2. The one gardening tool you can't do without? A spade.
3. Top tip for novice gardener? Enjoy the … View more
3 questions for the amazing volunteers from the Bay of Plenty Tree Society, who are a finalist in our GARDENA Gardener of the Year award.
1. Best irrigation tip? Drip feed irrigation.
2. The one gardening tool you can't do without? A spade.
3. Top tip for novice gardener? Enjoy the environment you're in.
Read about these amazing gardeners and the other finalists, and vote!

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