Lake Tarawera, Rotorua

Introduce yourself, neighbour!

Introduce yourself, neighbour!

Head to our Know Thy Neighbour page.

2932 days ago

Jobs at the Mokoia Community Associaiton

Leigh Richards-Ward from Mokoia Community Association

Morning All
We are advertising 3 positions at the moment - Financial Officer, Community Project Administrator, ER@P (Eastside Rangatahi at the Park) Assistant. For more details please have a look at our facebook page Inside Eastside Rotorua
www.facebook.com...

2932 days ago

jars available for perserving

Leigh Richards-Ward from Mokoia Community Association

Morning All.
We have had donations of jars - mainly jam jars with lids - come into the office. If you are needing some jars for preserving/jam making, please feel free to come in and pick some up from the Mokoia Community Association office, 297 Vaughan Road.

2932 days ago

Rotorua's Lindauer link

Nicola Brennan-Tupara Reporter from Rotorua News

Hi neighbours,
The opening of the largest ever exhibition of Gottfried Lindauer portraits at the Auckland Art Gallery has something of a Rotorua flavour.
READ MORE HERE: www.stuff.co.nz...

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2934 days ago

A Christmas gift

Patricia from Owhata

A gift for someone who you are not sure what to get, or a special gift for a friend.

Price: $15

2935 days ago

Your top rubbish and recycling service questions answered

The team from Rotorua Lakes Council

Rotorua's new rubbish and recycling service starts today!

Smart Environmental Limited will be driving the streets emptying the first lot of wheelie bins in Western Heights, Pukehangi and some Lakes areas.

The most asked questions about the service are answered today at … View more
Rotorua's new rubbish and recycling service starts today!

Smart Environmental Limited will be driving the streets emptying the first lot of wheelie bins in Western Heights, Pukehangi and some Lakes areas.

The most asked questions about the service are answered today at rotorualakescouncil.nz. Take some time to read through the information and get ready for your rubbish and recycling collection.

If you have any questions give us a call on 0800 020 001 or visit rotorualakescouncil.nz/rubbish

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2941 days ago

Aspen Place community garden working Bee.

Jane from Owhata

This Sunday 30th Aspen Place Community Garden is having a working bee to get the garden ready for this years growing season. Come along and meet, great and work from 1pm.

2938 days ago

Age Concern New Zealand wishes everyone a safe and fun filled Halloween.

The Team from Age Concern New Zealand

We wish everyone a safe Halloween but we need to remember that not everyone wants to be part of Halloween celebrations.

For some older people Halloween can be a frightening and scary time so here are some helpful tips so everyone can enjoy themselves and come away with fond memories:

- Make … View more
We wish everyone a safe Halloween but we need to remember that not everyone wants to be part of Halloween celebrations.

For some older people Halloween can be a frightening and scary time so here are some helpful tips so everyone can enjoy themselves and come away with fond memories:

- Make it a family affair and go trick or treating with your kids or a group from your neighbourhood.
- Call your neighbours in advance to make sure it’s okay to call in to trick-or-treat
- If you don’t want trick-or-treaters calling print or make a sign for your letterbox or window saying no thanks. (New Zealand Police have had downloadable signs)
- If you are a trick-or-treater, respect the people who have a sign asking for you to stay away
- Keep your lights on and guests outside
- Keep your eye out for your older family members, friends and neighbours this Halloween and make sure we all get to enjoy the celebration.

Remember you can help make this a great celebration for your family and community and a great opportunity to connect with your older neighbours.

If you want to go one step further Age Concern New Zealand would like to encourage all Kiwis to sign up to their Dignity Champion Campaign to show a commitment to breaking down ageism and stereotypes and encouraging dignity and respect for older people.

Become an Age Concern Dignity Champion www.ageconcern.org.nz... this Halloween and involve and celebrate the older people in your lives.

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2939 days ago

Are you a rebel?

Nicola Brennan-Tupara Reporter from Rotorua News

Hi neighbours,
The "Rebel Round Up" is headed your way this weekend. The two-day event will celebrate all things vintage, pin-up and hot rod.
READ MORE: www.stuff.co.nz...
So go check it out!

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2940 days ago

Only a few more days to nominate a great local business...

Vodafone New Zealand

It's not too late to nominate a business in your community for a Vodafone Local Business Award! Nominate one today to given them (and yourself!) a chance to win great prizes.

Whether it's your favourite builder or baker, café or cleaner, barista or barrister - if they're local, … View more
It's not too late to nominate a business in your community for a Vodafone Local Business Award! Nominate one today to given them (and yourself!) a chance to win great prizes.

Whether it's your favourite builder or baker, café or cleaner, barista or barrister - if they're local, we want to hear about them. We're proud to be recognising and celebrating outstanding Kiwi businesses in every corner of New Zealand.

Nominate your favourite business now and you’re in the draw to win one of two $100 Prezzy® cards!
Nominate now

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2940 days ago

Have you made a plan?

The Team from Ministry of Civil Defence & Emergency Management

Make a plan with your family that includes what you’ll do if you can’t get home, who can help you and who in your neighbourhood might need your help. www.happens.nz...

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2942 days ago

Poll: Is internet connection an issue for you? #pulseoftheneighbourhood

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

If you're reading this, you're using the internet. But how easily you were able to connect to this message could be another matter. Tell us about the internet at your place - good, bad or unreliable? Vote in this week's Pulse of the Neighbourhood poll below.

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Is internet connection an issue for you? #pulseoftheneighbourhood
  • 42.7% Not at all - no problems at my place
    42.7% Complete
  • 41.1% It's okay - the connection can be unreliable
    41.1% Complete
  • 6.5% We struggle with internet connection
    6.5% Complete
  • 9.7% We're waiting patiently for fibre
    9.7% Complete
  • 0% What's the internet?
    0% Complete
124 votes
2946 days ago

Are you new to Rotorua?

Nicola Brennan-Tupara Reporter from Rotorua News

Hi Neighbours,
We've just written a story about Destination Rotorua wanting to lure Aucklanders to our fair city.
READ MORE: www.stuff.co.nz...

We'd love to hear from any newly arrived Aucklanders? So drop us a line and let us know why you made the move.
Comment below or email … View more
Hi Neighbours,
We've just written a story about Destination Rotorua wanting to lure Aucklanders to our fair city.
READ MORE: www.stuff.co.nz...

We'd love to hear from any newly arrived Aucklanders? So drop us a line and let us know why you made the move.
Comment below or email benn.bathgate@fairfaxmedia.co.nz
### Note your comments could be used in print unless you tell us otherwise###

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2947 days ago

Poll: Are schools near your home a good choice? #pulseoftheneighbourhood

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

In this week's Pulse of the Neighbourhood Survey we're asking about the schools near you. Would you be happy to send your kids to your local - or would you rather send them somewhere else? Vote below!

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Are schools near your home a good choice? #pulseoftheneighbourhood
  • 66.6% Yes - I have great schools nearby
    66.6% Complete
  • 8.8% They're okay
    8.8% Complete
  • 15.1% No - I would rather send my children to another school
    15.1% Complete
  • 9.5% I don't know / not relevant to me
    9.5% Complete
1447 votes
2948 days ago

Avoid hidden surprises...

The Team from Jennian Homes Cambridge

So, you picked a builder…Yay! But...then you find out they’ve got a dodgy track record. OH NO!

Avoid ‘OH NO’ moments...by heading along to a free New Home Builders Info Session with us - your local Jennian team!.

We'll be happy to help you learn more about the hidden costs of … View more
So, you picked a builder…Yay! But...then you find out they’ve got a dodgy track record. OH NO!

Avoid ‘OH NO’ moments...by heading along to a free New Home Builders Info Session with us - your local Jennian team!.

We'll be happy to help you learn more about the hidden costs of building and how to avoid surprises by designing a home, customised for you, to work within your true budget. Find out more.
Register now

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2948 days ago

What if you can't get home?

The Team from Ministry of Civil Defence & Emergency Management

If you can’t take your normal route home, how will you get there? Who will you go with? Where will you meet up if your street is a no-go zone? Do your neighbours need help? Go to www.happens.nz... and make a plan today.

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