Ngongotaha, Rotorua

It is beginning to look a lot like Christmas!

It is beginning to look a lot like Christmas!

Do you have any festive tips your community needs to know about? Post them here!

2647 days ago

UPDATED: Your colour questions answered by Resene

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

Hey neighbours,

Spring has well and truly sprung but if you're still stuck in a colour rut at home, check out the recap of our live chat with Resene colour experts Sarah Gregory and Brenda Ngatai where they answered your questions and decorating dilemmas.

Whether you want to know about … View more
Hey neighbours,

Spring has well and truly sprung but if you're still stuck in a colour rut at home, check out the recap of our live chat with Resene colour experts Sarah Gregory and Brenda Ngatai where they answered your questions and decorating dilemmas.

Whether you want to know about colour trends, paint effects, interior decor, exterior treatments, or anything else colour and paint-related you're to find something to inspire you, here.

2647 days ago

Poll: Is it time to end daylight saving in New Zealand?

Virginia Fallon Reporter from Sunday Star Times

Do you fancy year-round summer hours?
The European Union will soon recommend members drop daylight saving hours in favour of staying on summer time throughout the year.
Would you like the same for Aotearoa? Let us know!

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Is it time to end daylight saving in New Zealand?
  • 49.3% Drop daylight savings, summer hours should be year-round.
    49.3% Complete
  • 50.7% Keep it! I love the change in hours.
    50.7% Complete
2481 votes
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2657 days ago

Magpies

Dennis from Lynmore

To to those who walk their dogs in the recreational area of the Redwoods beware of the magpies as they are attacking walkers and their dogs. Any suggestions on what to do with the problem.

2648 days ago

Subscribe to NZ Gardener's weekly ezine Get Growing and get free herb seeds!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

September is Bee Aware month, as we're calling on gardeners to make sure they plant pollen- and nectar-rich plants. We have 500 packets of bee-friendly edible herb seeds to give away to the first 500 people to sign up to Get Growing. Get Growing digital magazine is delivered every Friday to … View moreSeptember is Bee Aware month, as we're calling on gardeners to make sure they plant pollen- and nectar-rich plants. We have 500 packets of bee-friendly edible herb seeds to give away to the first 500 people to sign up to Get Growing. Get Growing digital magazine is delivered every Friday to your email inbox, completely free! (Offer is valid until Sept 30)

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2650 days ago

*WIN* an eco grocery shopping pack!

Croco

Just starting your eco-journey? We have everything you need to help eliminate plastics from your weekly grocery shopping... and you could win! We've got two eco grocery shopping packs to giveaway - simply LIKE or THANK this post to enter!

Buy in September and you'll SAVE! Our … View more
Just starting your eco-journey? We have everything you need to help eliminate plastics from your weekly grocery shopping... and you could win! We've got two eco grocery shopping packs to giveaway - simply LIKE or THANK this post to enter!

Buy in September and you'll SAVE! Our eco grocery shopping packs are on sale now. Each pack includes our 4 piece 100% organic cotton eco bags and a set of 2 cotton mesh string bags.

Croco reusable grocery bags are:
- all natural and chemical free
- lightweight and foldable
- can be easily stuffed in your pocket, purse or glove box
- machine washable in cold water

Ditch those single-use plastic bags for good. Keep some Croco eco grocery bags in your handbag or in the back of your car.

Don't forget to LIKE or THANK this post by Sunday 30th September 2018 to enter! See T&Cs.
Order now and save!

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2672 days ago

Wanted: Laptop batteries

Thomas from Ngongotaha

I am in need of old used laptop batteries for an electronics project I am working on. I am willing to travel anywhere in Rotorua and its surrounding areas. preferably working but don't necessarily have to be as often not the whole pack goes bad. I will also take other types of batteries such … View moreI am in need of old used laptop batteries for an electronics project I am working on. I am willing to travel anywhere in Rotorua and its surrounding areas. preferably working but don't necessarily have to be as often not the whole pack goes bad. I will also take other types of batteries such as power tool batteries, etc... as long as they're rechargeable. (not looking for a pile of used alkaline batteries)
anything would be greatly appreciated.

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2651 days ago

Poll: Should New Zealand take in 1500 refugees? Is it enough?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The annual refugee quota will lift from 1000 to 1500 by July 2020, Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern announced this week. Before 2016 the refugee quota sat static at 750 for 30 years, well behind many other western nations. The National Government then raised it to 1000. Is it enough?

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Should New Zealand take in 1500 refugees? Is it enough?
  • 19% Yes, we should take more
    19% Complete
  • 18.2% No, 1500 is enough
    18.2% Complete
  • 58.1% No - we shouldn't be taking so many
    58.1% Complete
  • 3.6% Don't mind either way
    3.6% Complete
  • 1.1% No opinion
    1.1% Complete
4134 votes
2651 days ago

Food recall: Mac's Non-Alcoholic Ginger Beer

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Mac's owner Lion is recalling some of its non-alcoholic ginger beer, which may have been incorrectly filled with beer.

The batches of Mac's Non-Alcoholic Ginger Beer carrying the false labels have a best before date of March 20 or 21, 2019.

"This recall does not affect any … View more
Mac's owner Lion is recalling some of its non-alcoholic ginger beer, which may have been incorrectly filled with beer.

The batches of Mac's Non-Alcoholic Ginger Beer carrying the false labels have a best before date of March 20 or 21, 2019.

"This recall does not affect any other batches of this or any other Mac's brand product," a recall notice said

Lion apologised, and offered a full refund to customers if they had the incorrect product. Customers with the product should contact Lion on 0800 835 554.

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2652 days ago

We're proud to support CanTeen.

Warehouse Stationery

When young people are living with cancer, education tends to take a back seat. Help young people get their education back on track by donating to CanTeen at your local Warehouse Stationery store today.

Warehouse Stationery, partnering with you for a better community.
Find out more

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2652 days ago

Do you have the CONFIDENCE to .....

Sharon from Hamurana

# Hold 'one on one' conversations
# Lead a meeting?
# Present to an audience?
..... if not...
I invite you to join me at Tuesday Lunchtime Toastmasters on 23rd October starting at 12.10pm
We are hosting a FREE "Coffee and Cupcake" - Bring a Friend introductory meeting at … View more
# Hold 'one on one' conversations
# Lead a meeting?
# Present to an audience?
..... if not...
I invite you to join me at Tuesday Lunchtime Toastmasters on 23rd October starting at 12.10pm
We are hosting a FREE "Coffee and Cupcake" - Bring a Friend introductory meeting at The Rotorua Arts Village, Bridgeman Room.


Toastmasters has helped me:

# Develop Communication Skills
# Develop Leadership Skills
# Achieve Personal Growth
# Forward my career


All this in a FUN and SUPPORTIVE Environment.
Want to know more get in contact with me.
or check out our Facebook page:
www.facebook.com...

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2653 days ago

It’s biscuit time, get yours now!

Girl Guiding New Zealand

GirlGuiding NZ is bigger than a biscuit! Your purchase goes towards providing Kiwi girls and young women with hands on experiences that allow them to discover their potential, develop confidence and skills, participate in our quality educational programmes and contribute to their communities now … View moreGirlGuiding NZ is bigger than a biscuit! Your purchase goes towards providing Kiwi girls and young women with hands on experiences that allow them to discover their potential, develop confidence and skills, participate in our quality educational programmes and contribute to their communities now and in the future.

Find out where the Girl Guides will be in the Bay of Plenty or buy online!

For more information on Guiding go to www.girlguidingnz.org.nz
Get your biscuits here!

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2653 days ago

Experienced Painter Available, Excellent Rates, Free Quote

Zane from Hamurana

Book in for a FREE painting quote to have your house painted inside or out or even your roof in time for Christmas. You can expect a brilliant job, we take pride in our work and have a very experienced team, your satisfaction is guaranteed. We offer competitive rates and will beat any other … View moreBook in for a FREE painting quote to have your house painted inside or out or even your roof in time for Christmas. You can expect a brilliant job, we take pride in our work and have a very experienced team, your satisfaction is guaranteed. We offer competitive rates and will beat any other written quote you may receive. Here is a before and after shot of one of our latest exterior jobs including the roof we completed in Kawaha Point last week. The best way to get a hold of me is on 027 666 8884. Thanks, we really appreciate your custom Rotorua.

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