Lynmore, Rotorua

Merry Christmas, neighbours

Merry Christmas, neighbours

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3152 days ago

Road Safety Week - are you a road safety hero?

The team from Rotorua Lakes Council

IT'S INTERNATIONAL ROAD SAFETY WEEK and we're on the look out for some #RoadSafetyHeros from Rotorua NZ!

If you or one of your friends, family or colleagues is a stickler for the road rules (in a good way), whether it's making sure you stop at a Stop sign or always wear your helmet … View more
IT'S INTERNATIONAL ROAD SAFETY WEEK and we're on the look out for some #RoadSafetyHeros from Rotorua NZ!

If you or one of your friends, family or colleagues is a stickler for the road rules (in a good way), whether it's making sure you stop at a Stop sign or always wear your helmet when you're on your bike, then we want to hear from you!

PM us a pic of you in a Hero costume and tell us why you're a #RoadSafetyHero, and we'll add your pic to the template below to make you a #Hero in Rotorua.

There are some prize packs to be won for the most creative Hero pics, so get in quick before the end of the week!!!

3152 days ago

Neighbourly team celebrating Sign Language Week

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Did you know sign language is New Zealand's third official language? The Neighbourly team is celebrating New Zealand Sign Language Week by introducing themselves through sign. You can learn how to finger-spell your own name by using the NZSL Online Dictionary. Watch the video now

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3153 days ago

How to cut down your power bill!

Electric Kiwi

As we head in to winter, check out these 5 top tips for cutting down your power bill:

1. If you’re not using it, switch it off: If you’re not using an appliance, such as a heated towel, dryer, or TV, switch it off at the wall so it doesn’t use power on standby.

2. Change your cooking … View more
As we head in to winter, check out these 5 top tips for cutting down your power bill:

1. If you’re not using it, switch it off: If you’re not using an appliance, such as a heated towel, dryer, or TV, switch it off at the wall so it doesn’t use power on standby.

2. Change your cooking habits: Eat fresh veges instead of cooking. Using the oven for an hour a night can add $20 to your monthly power bill.

3. Use curtains to trap heat in: Let the sun heat your home during the day then close your curtains to stop the warmth escaping in the evening.

4. If you’re away, turn the hot water cylinder off: You can save up to $36 on your power bill if you switch your hot water cylinder off while away on weekends.

5. Make the most out of your FREE Hour of Power: Utilise power deals like Electric Kiwi’s free Hour of Power, which gives you one off peak hour of free power a day. Use this hour to heat your home, turn on the dishwasher, or run the washing machine and dryer.

Find out more about Electric Kiwi’s free Hour of Power
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3159 days ago

Chestnuts

Jane from Owhata

Anyone know where there are chestnut trees that you can pickup their nuts. Only know of Lynwood park and Holdens Bay so far.

3153 days ago

New name, details revealed for library and health hub

Nicola Brennan-Tupara Reporter from Rotorua News

New details have been revealed about the controversial $12.3 million shared library and health hub development, including its new name and a provisional opening date.
What do you think of it?

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3155 days ago

What’s your Mother’s Day tradition?

The Team from Jennian Homes

Perhaps it’s surprising your Mum with a lovely bunch of flowers or baking your favourite childhood treats together. Why not start a new tradition this year and register for the Jennian Homes Mother’s Day Fun Run/Walk, proudly supporting the Heart Foundation NZ. Each entrant will receive a Dick … View morePerhaps it’s surprising your Mum with a lovely bunch of flowers or baking your favourite childhood treats together. Why not start a new tradition this year and register for the Jennian Homes Mother’s Day Fun Run/Walk, proudly supporting the Heart Foundation NZ. Each entrant will receive a Dick Frizzell designed event t-shirt.

So, get your running shoes ready to walk alongside thousands of other women to promote good heart health. You could even rub shoulders with an Olympian. Sign up to a 5km Fun Run/Walk near you to show your support. Tickets on sale at www.jennianmothersday.com
Register now

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3157 days ago

What is the best platform to advertise on? Should I even advertise?

Jason from Jason Fox - Stuff

EVERY BUSINESS needs to advertise to maintain and grow their client base as their will always be attrition - it's just a case of where will your advertising dollar work for you the best...

In my experience....

Community newspaper/Radio: perfect for the sleeping customer, readers tend to … View more
EVERY BUSINESS needs to advertise to maintain and grow their client base as their will always be attrition - it's just a case of where will your advertising dollar work for you the best...

In my experience....

Community newspaper/Radio: perfect for the sleeping customer, readers tend to be parents and 50+
Social Media: ideal for Native advertising - building trust with informative and interesting posts
Online: a heaving beast that is still evolving, using safe and premium environments is a must. Branding and performance campaigns depending on the objectives, can track

Some important questions for any business:
Q1: Who is my target market
Q2: Where do they look
Q3: What is my budget
q4: What is a successful campaign (sales, clicks, website traffic, awareness etc)

The best practice is to view advertising & marketing as an investment and treat it as such - repetition = reputation!

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3158 days ago

Poll: Do you support a proposed Waikato medical school?

Nicola Brennan-Tupara Reporter from Rotorua News

Hi neighbours,

In October, Waikato University and the Waikato District Health Board announced a bid to establish the country's third medical school in a bid to address the health workforce needs of disadvantaged rural and provincial communities.
READ MORE: www.stuff.co.nz...


Do you… View more
Hi neighbours,

In October, Waikato University and the Waikato District Health Board announced a bid to establish the country's third medical school in a bid to address the health workforce needs of disadvantaged rural and provincial communities.
READ MORE: www.stuff.co.nz...


Do you think it's a good idea?
#Note your comments could be used in print unless you say otherwise##

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Do you support a proposed Waikato medical school?
  • 100% Yes
    100% Complete
  • 0% No
    0% Complete
32 votes
3158 days ago

An evening with Sandra Murray

The team from Rotorua Lakes Council

Are you interested in learning about ways to reduce your waste? Are you interested in responsible product disposal? Then come along to an evening with Sandra Murray and the Okere Falls Store team. To find out more about the event go to bit.ly.... Hosted by the Rotorua Sustainable Charter and … View moreAre you interested in learning about ways to reduce your waste? Are you interested in responsible product disposal? Then come along to an evening with Sandra Murray and the Okere Falls Store team. To find out more about the event go to bit.ly.... Hosted by the Rotorua Sustainable Charter and Rotorua Lakes Council we hope to see you there!

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3161 days ago

Good in the Hood is back

Z

Right across New Zealand, local groups are doing a whole lot of good in their hoods. To help, Z is once again sharing over one million dollars. Remember to vote at Z this month and make a difference in your neighbourhood. Learn more

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3171 days ago

Chestnuts

Jane from Owhata

Does anyone have eating Chestnuts for sale?

3161 days ago

Looking for washing machine & freestand oven

Herman from Tikitere - Mourea

Hi
I'm looking for 2nd hand washing machine & freestand oven for my tenants. Anyone have spare ones, pls contact me @ 0211536782.
Cheers,
Herman

3163 days ago

Great Community Clean Up Is Back!

The Warehouse Rotorua

This week The Warehouse and the community are joining forces to help clean up your neighborhood! If you want to get involved hit the events tab at the top of your screen to see the clean up events running in your neighborhood!

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3163 days ago

How do you manage noisy neighbours?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Noisy neighbours top the list of what makes an 'annoying neighbour'. Have you ever struggled with a noisy neighbour? How did you manage the situation? Should there be a Sunday morning noise ban? Maybe you'd like New Zealand neighbourhoods to be more like they were 'back in the … View moreNoisy neighbours top the list of what makes an 'annoying neighbour'. Have you ever struggled with a noisy neighbour? How did you manage the situation? Should there be a Sunday morning noise ban? Maybe you'd like New Zealand neighbourhoods to be more like they were 'back in the day' with quiet Sunday mornings - or even a day of rest. What noise do you find the hardest to cope with? Have your say below.

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3164 days ago

Poll: Is the government doing enough to address Rotorua's housing issues?

Nicola Brennan-Tupara Reporter from Rotorua News

HI neighbours,
Yesterday Associate Minister for Housing Alfred Ngaro visited Rotorua and announced that an additional 117 state houses were on the cards for Rotorua.
He said there were plans for 37 transitional houses to be available by the end of the year, and a further 80 new social housing … View more
HI neighbours,
Yesterday Associate Minister for Housing Alfred Ngaro visited Rotorua and announced that an additional 117 state houses were on the cards for Rotorua.
He said there were plans for 37 transitional houses to be available by the end of the year, and a further 80 new social housing properties over the coming three years.
READ MORE: www.stuff.co.nz...
Do you think this is enough to help the crisis?
#NOte any comments you make could be use din print unless you specify otherwise###

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Is the government doing enough to address Rotorua's housing issues?
  • 27.8% Yes
    27.8% Complete
  • 72.2% No
    72.2% Complete
18 votes
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