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.

2693 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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2696 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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2699 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

2699 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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2700 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.
Find out more

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2701 days ago

It's National Volunteer Week!

Volunteering New Zealand

Te Radar (TV personality and local legend) shared a video with us in celebration of "National Volunteer Week: Live, Laugh, Share, Volunteer" :www.youtube.com...

Find out more about National Volunteer Week or to find a volunteer centre near you here

2701 days ago

A place to call home

SBS Bank

Hi Neighbourly members. At SBS Bank we could have a home loan to help make your dream a reality. Whether you’re putting down roots for the first time, upsizing to suit a growing family, planning your dream home or looking to grow your wealth.

Apply online now or phone 0800 SBS BANK.
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Hi Neighbourly members. At SBS Bank we could have a home loan to help make your dream a reality. Whether you’re putting down roots for the first time, upsizing to suit a growing family, planning your dream home or looking to grow your wealth.

Apply online now or phone 0800 SBS BANK.
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2702 days ago

Dr Lance O'Sullivan: It was when my daughter got sick that I realised how important immunisation is

Reporter Sunday Star Times

Dr Lance O'Sullivan writes from the heart, and from the head: "It was 1996 and we were young parents. I was at medical school when I came upon an anti-immunisation pamphlet left in one of our lecture theatres.

"I was suspicious of the establishment at the time. You need to … View more
Dr Lance O'Sullivan writes from the heart, and from the head: "It was 1996 and we were young parents. I was at medical school when I came upon an anti-immunisation pamphlet left in one of our lecture theatres.

"I was suspicious of the establishment at the time. You need to understand, I had grown up a welfare-dependent "half-caste" (I hate that term) boy living with his mother, escaping from a life of alcohol, crime and a level of violence that I would not tolerate for my daughters. An under-achiever, I was expelled from two secondary schools. I feel I had a reason to be angry at "the system".

"Then I became a father. It changed my life. I needed to be a responsible adult caring for a son, then a daughter – eventually seven children. We were young parents and wanted to do only the best for these precious beings.

"I read the pamphlet. It described "studies" in the Netherlands into communities that didn't look like mine, but I took little persuasion. I stated our second child, our little daughter Te Miringa, would not be immunised.

"At the time my wife Tracy was working as a nurse at the local medical centre and immunising children daily. Yet this was my protest against the establishment that I so mistrusted.

"Fifteen months later, we had a scare. Te Miringa became unwell with high fever and a body rash and the doctors were concerned as there was a measles outbreak locally. And I realised the information from the Netherlands did not reflect my reality.

"We got Te Miringa immunised."

www.stuff.co.nz...

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2713 days ago

Poll: Do you think we need more police?

Nicola Brennan-Tupara Reporter from Rotorua News

Hi neighbours,
Rotorua is set to get five new police officers in the next year.

Making the announcement on Thursday, Police Commissioner Mike Bush said the Bay or Plenty would get 15 new staff as part of the Government's four-year, $388 million Safer Communities Package.
Of those, five … View more
Hi neighbours,
Rotorua is set to get five new police officers in the next year.

Making the announcement on Thursday, Police Commissioner Mike Bush said the Bay or Plenty would get 15 new staff as part of the Government's four-year, $388 million Safer Communities Package.
Of those, five will be based in Rotorua with two joining the Child Protection Team and three constables joining the Tactical Crime Unit.
But do you think that's enough?
##Note your comments may be used in print unless you specify otherwise##

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Do you think we need more police?
  • 86.7% Yes
    86.7% Complete
  • 13.3% No
    13.3% Complete
75 votes
2702 days ago

Re: Diabetes

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2708 days ago

We're opening near you soon!

FreshChoice Te Ngae

Our NEW Te Ngae store will be opening on 22 June! We're dedicated to bringing you a local and friendly shopping experience, as well as fantastic range. Be sure to visit us in-store, we're always happy to help! Find out more details about our new supermarket near you. We look forward to … View moreOur NEW Te Ngae store will be opening on 22 June! We're dedicated to bringing you a local and friendly shopping experience, as well as fantastic range. Be sure to visit us in-store, we're always happy to help! Find out more details about our new supermarket near you. We look forward to seeing you soon!
- Wayne & Michelle Parry, Your Local Owners.
Find out more

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2708 days ago

Poll: Domino's won't deliver to Fordlands

Nicola Brennan-Tupara Reporter from Rotorua News

Hi neighbours,
Domino's Pizza is refusing to deliver to Fordlands, citing safety concerns.
READ MORE: www.stuff.co.nz...
Do you think this is fair?
Feel free to add a comment below. However, these comments could be used in print unless you specify otherwise.

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Domino's won't deliver to Fordlands
  • 68.8% Yes
    68.8% Complete
  • 31.3% No
    31.3% Complete
48 votes
2704 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. All of them are doing their bit to put out fires, save lives and keep the station working.

If you know a fire volunteer, this is your chance to say thanks. … View more
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. All of them are doing their bit to put out fires, save lives and keep the station working.

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

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2705 days ago

Your chance to win prizes

Nicola Brennan-Tupara Reporter from Rotorua News

Hi neighbours,
Every week we bring you the latest news from around your community. Now we're giving you the chance to be an instant winner.
There are over 200 prizes to giveaway each week, for 4 weeks. Plus, go in the draw to win one of three Air New Zealand mystery breaks.

Feeling … View more
Hi neighbours,
Every week we bring you the latest news from around your community. Now we're giving you the chance to be an instant winner.
There are over 200 prizes to giveaway each week, for 4 weeks. Plus, go in the draw to win one of three Air New Zealand mystery breaks.

Feeling lucky? Go online to www.makeyourweek.co.nz... and simply enter your details and click any cloud to see if it's your lucky day.

Don't forget, there is a new chance to win every week. Share the competition with your friends and family and make their week.

Good luck!

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2705 days ago

FREE Info Sessions for New Home Builders!

The Team from Jennian Homes

If you're looking to build a new home? We've got something for you. Maybe you're curious about the hidden costs of building and designing a new home? Maybe you'd like to get design and construction planning from the experts? Or perhaps you're exploring how to build an … View moreIf you're looking to build a new home? We've got something for you. Maybe you're curious about the hidden costs of building and designing a new home? Maybe you'd like to get design and construction planning from the experts? Or perhaps you're exploring how to build an environmentally-friendly home - and save money.

Jennian New Home Builder Info Sessions are an opportunity to have all your questions answered and your dreams made achievable. They're free - and they're taking place near you. Click here to register and to reserve your complimentary seats.
Register now

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