Ngongotaha, Rotorua

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1980 days ago

Prepare for tertiary study!

Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi

If you are thinking of taking up tertiary study for the first time, or you’ve been out of study for a while, the NZ Certificate in Study and Career Preparation is a great place to start with pathways into our Nursing, Teaching and Humanities degrees.

Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi are … View more
If you are thinking of taking up tertiary study for the first time, or you’ve been out of study for a while, the NZ Certificate in Study and Career Preparation is a great place to start with pathways into our Nursing, Teaching and Humanities degrees.

Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi are offering this fee-free programme* at our Whakatāne Campus.

If you are looking for study options locally, we’d love to hear from you!

*conditions apply
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1980 days ago

Backyard explosion-do you think a mudpool makes a good garden fixture?

Reporter Rotorua News

Local woman, Susan Gedye woke up to what she thought was an earthquake, but later discovered a mudpool had erupted in her backyard.

"There was mud flying everywhere, it was shaking everything," she said.

Volcanologist, Brad Scott says "The normal behaviour is for it to cool … View more
Local woman, Susan Gedye woke up to what she thought was an earthquake, but later discovered a mudpool had erupted in her backyard.

"There was mud flying everywhere, it was shaking everything," she said.

Volcanologist, Brad Scott says "The normal behaviour is for it to cool down and go away," but given the amount of heat it let off, he said "it looks like it wants to stay there."

How would you feel about having an authentically-Rotorua mudpool fixture in your backyard?

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1981 days ago

Where would we be without our wonderful volunteers? 💙

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Thank you for all that you do...
this month and every month of the year!

#NSNZgetinvolved

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1981 days ago

You are greater than any obstacle

Graeme Dingle Foundation

Everyday Kiwi kids are faced with obstacles that can be hard to overcome. All Tamariki deserve the chance to have a great future – sometimes all they need is a helping hand and guidance along the way.

That’s what the Graeme Dingle Foundation does. Our programmes help young people thrive, … View more
Everyday Kiwi kids are faced with obstacles that can be hard to overcome. All Tamariki deserve the chance to have a great future – sometimes all they need is a helping hand and guidance along the way.

That’s what the Graeme Dingle Foundation does. Our programmes help young people thrive, develop confidence in who they are to make the most of their precious lives and become positive contributors to our communities.

We are proud to be the official charity of New Zealand Rugby.

Together we’re showing Kiwi Kids that what they have inside is greater than any obstacle.
Find out more

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1982 days ago

Which New Zealand regions have the worst speeders?

Stacey Reporter from Stuff

Satellite-based data has revealed the New Zealand regions where the worst speeding offenders drive.

On a per-capita basis, the Tasman Police district is the worst with an infringement level of 1.01 over four years. The region includes Nelson Bays, the West Coast and Marlborough. It was the only … View more
Satellite-based data has revealed the New Zealand regions where the worst speeding offenders drive.

On a per-capita basis, the Tasman Police district is the worst with an infringement level of 1.01 over four years. The region includes Nelson Bays, the West Coast and Marlborough. It was the only area surveyed to break the 1:1 ratio.

The second highest was Waitemata (0.82), followed by Waikato (0.74). To read more, click here

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1982 days ago

Support your local community with My Challenge

Challenge Fuel

My Challenge is a rewards programme designed to make a difference.
You can earn points, save on fuel with discounts and support your local community by donating your points or discounts.
Register here

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1982 days ago

Local collection events - Amnesty and Buy-back

The Team from New Zealand Police

Over the next three months New Zealanders have the opportunity to ensure that all prohibited firearms are removed out of our communities.

We know that the firearms community are good New Zealanders who want to do the right thing.

These local collection points are the opportunity to do just … View more
Over the next three months New Zealanders have the opportunity to ensure that all prohibited firearms are removed out of our communities.

We know that the firearms community are good New Zealanders who want to do the right thing.

These local collection points are the opportunity to do just that.

We look forward to working with all our communities across Aotearoa as part of this journey.

www.police.govt.nz...

1984 days ago

Will you dunk it for Plunket?

Resene

Between 20 June and 1 July 2019, for every regularly priced blue testpot you purchase, Resene will donate $1 to Plunket – New Zealand's largest provider of support services for the development, health and wellbeing of children under five.

Plunket works together with families and … View more
Between 20 June and 1 July 2019, for every regularly priced blue testpot you purchase, Resene will donate $1 to Plunket – New Zealand's largest provider of support services for the development, health and wellbeing of children under five.

Plunket works together with families and communities to ensure the best start for every child. So, now’s the perfect time to try your hand at that DIY you’ve been meaning to get around to – and help support Kiwi kids in the process.

For more details, visit your local Resene owned ColorShop, NZ only.
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1985 days ago

Are you feeling that neighbourly spirit?

Alzheimers NZ

Got 20 minutes spare and feeling that neighbourly spirit? Why not become a Dementia Friend?

The number of Kiwis with dementia is expected to triple in the coming years. Nearly every Kiwi knows someone with dementia. That is a lot of us.

Alzheimers NZ’s Dementia Friends programme aims … View more
Got 20 minutes spare and feeling that neighbourly spirit? Why not become a Dementia Friend?

The number of Kiwis with dementia is expected to triple in the coming years. Nearly every Kiwi knows someone with dementia. That is a lot of us.

Alzheimers NZ’s Dementia Friends programme aims to make NZ a more supportive, inclusive and understanding place for people living with dementia. It only takes 20 minutes to become a Dementia Friend.

The good news is you can help people with dementia to live well. Even in the smallest of actions help. Learn more about how you can help.

Join Dementia Friends today.
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1985 days ago

Eco Friendly Plastic Free Products

Kate from Country Herbals Cottage Shop

Cottage Shop Open Hours for this weekend below.
I am very excited about a new range of products I am working on that are all container free. I am so keen to decrease the number of bottles I am putting out there that contian my products so here they are! Shampoo (now shampoo Bars) Conditioner (will… View more
Cottage Shop Open Hours for this weekend below.
I am very excited about a new range of products I am working on that are all container free. I am so keen to decrease the number of bottles I am putting out there that contian my products so here they are! Shampoo (now shampoo Bars) Conditioner (will also be a solid bar) moisturisers (body and facial) Deodorant Stick, Massage Oil Bars, and Lip Balms. In the shop this weekend I have plenty of Shampoo Bars, some Facial moisture Bars, Tea Tree Body moisture Bars, Massage Oil Bars, (Wintergreen or Peppermint) and Lip Balms. I have free samples of some of these as well!
Open Hours This Weekend:
Saturday June 22nd 1pm to 5 pm
Sunday June 23rd 3 pm to 5pm
www.countryherbalsstore.ecwid.com...
Questions? text/phone 021 144 1113

1986 days ago

Decorative vases for a quirky home

The Team from Resene ColorShop Rotorua

Bring the best of the 70s to your vase collection with this retro-inspired colour scheme in a mix of Resene colours.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene.

Find out how to create this quick and easy project yourself

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