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Our favourite thing about Christmas is the wonderful Christmas COLOURS that pop up as Santa's arrival approaches. Greens reds and golds dotted around town remind us that it's so easy to put a little colour into someone else's Christmas...
Remember to stay Kiwiana safe these … View moreOur favourite thing about Christmas is the wonderful Christmas COLOURS that pop up as Santa's arrival approaches. Greens reds and golds dotted around town remind us that it's so easy to put a little colour into someone else's Christmas...
Remember to stay Kiwiana safe these holidays whether you're travelling out of town or staying at home. Merry Christmas!
- From the Elves at Resene
A taxi driver who asked for a woman's phone number after indecently assaulting her has been sentence…
Hi neighbours,
Are you planning of flying with Air New Zealand in the lead up towards Christmas? Some Air NZ staff are planning to strike four days out from Christmas – on the airline's busiest travel day of the year. To read more, click here.
Christmas is a hectic time of year in general … View moreHi neighbours,
Are you planning of flying with Air New Zealand in the lead up towards Christmas? Some Air NZ staff are planning to strike four days out from Christmas – on the airline's busiest travel day of the year. To read more, click here.
Christmas is a hectic time of year in general for some families. Close to 42,000 customers booked to travel domestically and internationally on that date now face potential flight cancellations, the airline has said. Keep an eye on the story link above and we'll keep this post updated as more information comes out.
Something bigger than yourself that reaches further than you maybe could on your own? … Let us help you.
Common Good Foundation is a bridge between those who can provide resources and those who need them. We support charities that make a big impact in the community, helping to improve the … View moreSomething bigger than yourself that reaches further than you maybe could on your own? … Let us help you.
Common Good Foundation is a bridge between those who can provide resources and those who need them. We support charities that make a big impact in the community, helping to improve the lives of vulnerable people.
Are you interested? Every bit helps - Donations can be made online by heading to: www.commongood.org.nz/donate
Alternatively … Do you know of a charity that needs extra funding?
Our 2019 Funding Round is now open. Grant Applications are made via the Common Good Foundation website.
Priority areas for support:
• Improving the lives of vulnerable people
- Children and youth
- Families
- Elderly
• Supporting development toward independence and autonomy
• Promoting social justice
Applications close 31 January 2019.
For more information, criteria and to apply, go to www.commongood.org.nz
A prominent kaumatua has put the blame for the 'P' scourge squarely on the diminished role of Te Re…
A combined police operation involving staff from the National Organised Crime Group, National Asset …
Hi neighbours,
Motiti Island is taking on the Crown, the fishing industry and big iwi. And it’s a place like no other. Check out interactives.stuff.co.nz.... - a story where our senior journalist Andrea Vance looks at what makes Motiti Island tick.
Have you been there? What were your thoughts? … View moreHi neighbours,
Motiti Island is taking on the Crown, the fishing industry and big iwi. And it’s a place like no other. Check out interactives.stuff.co.nz.... - a story where our senior journalist Andrea Vance looks at what makes Motiti Island tick.
Have you been there? What were your thoughts? Share your views with us in the replies below! (Please add "NFP/not for print" if you do not want your images/ comments used on Stuff)
We are on the hunt for New Zealand's most original, even legendary, Santas - can you help?? This will be someone that embodies the big guy with the white beard year round and who people in your neighbourhood often refer to as Santa.
Obviously, this person will also be the one that is called … View moreWe are on the hunt for New Zealand's most original, even legendary, Santas - can you help?? This will be someone that embodies the big guy with the white beard year round and who people in your neighbourhood often refer to as Santa.
Obviously, this person will also be the one that is called upon each year to don the red suit to go out and about posing for photos, handing out presents and just be an all-around nice charitable person.
If you know of someone, please leave us a comment with your details and how we can get in touch with your local Santa. COMMENT BELOW!
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The pack includes Cassandra Clare’s brand new blockbuster, Queen of Air and Darkness, the epic finale to The Dark Artifices series; the ever-popular Kate Furnivall returns with her deeply moving The Survivors; … View moreClick LIKE or THANK to go into a draw to win a pack of five best-selling books!
The pack includes Cassandra Clare’s brand new blockbuster, Queen of Air and Darkness, the epic finale to The Dark Artifices series; the ever-popular Kate Furnivall returns with her deeply moving The Survivors; In Pieces is actress Sally Field’s haunting and powerful memoir; Fear is the inside story of President Trump, as only Bob Woodward can tell it; and finally, take a peek into Reese Witherspoon’s world with the beautiful Whiskey in a Teacup.
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Hi neighbours,
This Saturday were having a big garage sale to help raise funds and makes some space in the garage so it can be converted into a studio space.
There's going to be:
*Clothes and costumes
*Books… View moreHi neighbours,
This Saturday were having a big garage sale to help raise funds and makes some space in the garage so it can be converted into a studio space.
There's going to be:
*Clothes and costumes
*Books
*Gardening equipment and plants
*Kitchen equipment
*Paints
*Shelves
*Bric a Brac
Starts at 7.30 on Saturday :)
39 Island View Rd
Western Heights
This feature wall total changed the dynamics of this room!
And we just loved doing it!!
A request to investigate Rotorua Lakes Council's financial management of the controversial Mudtopia …
Hi Neighbours!
The December edition of the SuperSenior newsletter is out now! It's filled with all the latest news and Super Gold Card offers
In this issue we talk about the changes to GP fees. If you have a Community Services Card you may be entitled to cheaper doctor visits.
Need some … View moreHi Neighbours!
The December edition of the SuperSenior newsletter is out now! It's filled with all the latest news and Super Gold Card offers
In this issue we talk about the changes to GP fees. If you have a Community Services Card you may be entitled to cheaper doctor visits.
Need some motivation in the kitchen? Try our delicious Mexican Salsa Salad from the NZ Nutrition Foundation.
To subscribe, follow this link: bit.ly...
To view the current edition go to superseniors.msd.govt.nz...
Nelson's bi-cultural Christmas parade has caused a stir and some confusion among Santa's young fans. The traditional white-bearded, jolly man was replaced in the parade by a Māori man representing Santa Claus. Read the full story here.
Although many people were for the idea, some … View moreNelson's bi-cultural Christmas parade has caused a stir and some confusion among Santa's young fans. The traditional white-bearded, jolly man was replaced in the parade by a Māori man representing Santa Claus. Read the full story here.
Although many people were for the idea, some parents felt "blindsided" that they weren't forewarned that Hana Kōkō would be stepping in for Santa Claus. The parade's organisers have since apologised.
So we want to know your view on this topic. Are you in support of modernising Christmas, or do you prefer a traditional Santa? Take part in our poll below!
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