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Here is a lovely alternative to chemical perfumes.
Choose from our quality selection of Perfume oils. They come in a convenient 10 Rollon bottle, perfect for your purse! The oil base is a blend of Jojoba and Apricot Kernel Oils.
Choose from:
Yenya - Ylang Ylang plus citrus tones
Camelia Rose - … View moreHere is a lovely alternative to chemical perfumes.
Choose from our quality selection of Perfume oils. They come in a convenient 10 Rollon bottle, perfect for your purse! The oil base is a blend of Jojoba and Apricot Kernel Oils.
Choose from:
Yenya - Ylang Ylang plus citrus tones
Camelia Rose - Beautiful floral blend
Musk Rose
Blue Musk
DebE Aromatherapy blend of essential oils to lift your mood. Originally formulated for depression sufferers, but now enjoyed by many appreciative customers! Gorgeous fragrance.
You can view these, and purchase if you wish, in our online store
www.countryherbals.co.nz...
or give us a call on 07 357 2006,or 021 144 1113
There is a free delivery option in the online store, for town addresses in Rotorua and Ngongotaha
All of New Zealand is at risk of earthquakes, and lots of us travel to parts of the country where earthquakes are more common. Knowing the right action to take – Drop, Cover, Hold – and practising with your family, can save lives and prevent injury.
Everyone should know this - please share … View moreAll of New Zealand is at risk of earthquakes, and lots of us travel to parts of the country where earthquakes are more common. Knowing the right action to take – Drop, Cover, Hold – and practising with your family, can save lives and prevent injury.
Everyone should know this - please share with your friends and family.
We love a bit of festive fun at Neighbourly which is why we're giving away Christmas gifts to our members - every day for 12 days! We have heaps of awesome prizes including The Warehouse gift cards, toy packs, gardening vouchers - and CASH! Want to see if you or one of your neighbours is a … View moreWe love a bit of festive fun at Neighbourly which is why we're giving away Christmas gifts to our members - every day for 12 days! We have heaps of awesome prizes including The Warehouse gift cards, toy packs, gardening vouchers - and CASH! Want to see if you or one of your neighbours is a winner? Just check the blog to see if there's a familiar name on Santa's list.
A special congratulations to yesterday's winner - Beni Alo from Wellington! He scored an AirNZ Mystery Break for two! Check out today's winners now. #hohoho
Dates for Neighbours Day have been set! 25 & 26 March 2017 is the weekend we're all working towards. Leading up to that weekend we'll be letting you know about some of the awesome events and activities happening near you, sharing stories, giving you a little inspiration around how … View moreDates for Neighbours Day have been set! 25 & 26 March 2017 is the weekend we're all working towards. Leading up to that weekend we'll be letting you know about some of the awesome events and activities happening near you, sharing stories, giving you a little inspiration around how to get your neighbourhood revving to go for Neighbours Day, and for those of us who are a little shy, some helpful tips on how to get started.
Earlier this year we put it to the Neighbours Day community to vote on the best way to launch Neighbours Day 2017. The winning idea was is 'Make it a New Years Resolution', and so that is what we're rolling with. Make getting involved in Neighbours Day your New Year's Resolution.
If you or anyone else signs up for Neighbours Day 2017 between today and the 31st of January you go in a draw to win a $100 grocery voucher. We'll be making 3 draws, one in December, one in January and one in February.
We know there are some of you who are real champions of Neighbours Day Aotearoa, so for those that get the most people joining up we have a little incentive for you too. We've added a section in the join up page where people can mention how they heard about Neighbours Day. This is where all those awesome people you get to join up can pop your name. If you, or your organisation, come out on tops and have the most new members joining up then you will win a $100 grocery voucher as well!!! Whaaattt!! Now that will come in handy either for your awesome Neighbours Day event, or your friendly neighbourly bbq, or will pay for the TimTam's you bring when you have a cup of tea with your neighbours.
So make sure you share the love and spread the word.
For more info visit the links or email kiaora@neighboursday.org.nz
Rotorua Lakes Councillors this morning voted to commit funds for this sculpture as part of the Hemo Gorge roundabout development. The 10 m high sculpture is expected to cost about $570,000.
What do you think of it?
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It's going to be a beautiful morning pretty much everywhere in the country - so let's get as many kids and their families as possible out of their cars and walking/riding/scooting for this morning's school run. Tell us about it: what are you going to do; how does it work for you? How… View moreIt's going to be a beautiful morning pretty much everywhere in the country - so let's get as many kids and their families as possible out of their cars and walking/riding/scooting for this morning's school run. Tell us about it: what are you going to do; how does it work for you? How does it differ from your memories of footing it to school as a kid?
An important plank of our Foot It campaign this year has been to encourage councils to lower speed limits outside schools. Families and schools have been enthusiastic about our initiatives to make it easier for kids to get out of the car. And when we wrote to all New Zealand's mayors in February, they offered resounding support: many wrote back promising to do their best to lower speeds, but cautioning that their hands were tied by NZ Transport Agency rules that (extraordinarily) stood in the way of lower speed limits.
Now, the Government has stepped up too: Associate transport minister Craig Foss has announced new Speed Management Guidelines that will make it simpler for councils to lower speeds on the roads that are busiest with cyclists and pedestrians. Read more from this weekend's Sunday Star-Times: www.stuff.co.nz...
We welcome this. So last week, we wrote to the mayors again (many of whom are new to the roles after the local body elections) challenging them to commit to putting lower speed limits outside schools on their council agendas in the first half of 2017. The Sunday Star-Times and Stuff will report their responses, whether they be good or gutless.
It's not just about the Government and councils, though: it's about taking responsibility as communities and individuals. So take the initiative: bylaw or no bylaw, if enough of us voluntarily slow down as we drive past schools in our towns and neighbourhoods, that will slow other traffic and make our streets safer for our kids.
TODAY'S WEATHER: We've attached the MetService rain map for this morning. In short, it's a great day to walk, ride or scoot to school with your kids, anywhere in the country. But this afternoon, a pile of rain is going to land, splash, in the middle of the North Island and Hawke's Bay. Don't say you weren't warned ....
THE FOOT IT PLEDGE: We're all busy - but many of us can find ONE day a week when we can scoot or walk with our kids to school. So make the pledge!
Join one of our Neighbourly Foot It clubs - the Monday Club, Tuesday Club, Wednesday Club, Thursday Club or Friday Club – and you'll go into the draw to win one of 50 Micro scooters, valued at up to $179.95 each. www.neighbourly.co.nz...
THE SUNDAY STAR-TIMES SAYS:
* Families: Choose one day a week when you walk, scoot or ride with your kids to and from school.
* Schools: Set up walking buses, with parents and volunteers helping local kids get to class safely.
* Councils: Create and enforce lower speed zones outside every school.
TELL US YOUR STORIES: What's the most memorable experience you or your kids have had while commuting to school? Share your story at Stuff Nation and go into the draw for 20 more Micro scooters. www.stuff.co.nz...
BE SAFE: Tips for a safe school run. www.microscooters.co.nz...
Dates for Neighbours' Day have been set for 25 - 26 March 2017. I need members to join me in organising this event. Leading up to that weekend we'll be letting you know about the awesome event/s and activities happening for you. Let us work together to inspire each other to get our … View moreDates for Neighbours' Day have been set for 25 - 26 March 2017. I need members to join me in organising this event. Leading up to that weekend we'll be letting you know about the awesome event/s and activities happening for you. Let us work together to inspire each other to get our Neighbourhood revving to go for Neighbours' Day.
"Earlier this year we put it to the Neighbours' Day community to vote on the best way to launch Neighbours' Day 2017. The winning idea was is 'Make it a New Years' Resolution', and so that is what we're rolling with. Make getting involved in Neighbours' Day your New Year's Resolution."
"If you or anyone else signs up for Neighbours Day 2017 between today and the 31st of January you go in a drawer to win a $100 grocery voucher. We'll be making 3 draws, one in December, one in January and one in February."
A great reward! Please join up!
Hi neighbours,
Sad news! It looks like the museum will be closed until at least April and 20 jobs are on the line.
Read more in the link below.
Kia ora. Does anyone have a pie warmer that we could borrow for our celebration tomorrow? It would be great if I can pick up today or early tomorrow as I need to be at the school hall at 11am. I can return after 4pm tomorrow.
Come down to the Rotorua Night Market tonight and join us for the official lighting of the Christmas tree at 7pm. To find out more about the tree and the special locally made decorations visit rotorualakescouncil/news
Hi all. Can anyone put me onto someone who embroiders caps plus supplies them and does badges with info on. Thanks . We want a lot I.e 200-300 caps and 100 badges for the BOP BLUES CLUB. Thanks cheryl campbell 0274955137. Cheers.
We’ve supported junior football in New Zealand for over a decade – helping thousands of kids, their coaches and parents kick-start dreams. We've also been recognising the people who make it happen; over 6000 coaches around the country who give up their time every season to support their … View moreWe’ve supported junior football in New Zealand for over a decade – helping thousands of kids, their coaches and parents kick-start dreams. We've also been recognising the people who make it happen; over 6000 coaches around the country who give up their time every season to support their communities. A special congratulations to our 2016 Junior Football Coaches of the Year! Recognise anyone in your community?
We want to get even more Kiwi kids outdoors this summer and practicing their football skills for next season. That’s why we’ve partnered with Neighbourly to give away 60 football and bottle prize packs! Find out how to win!
CRAFT SALE - just in time for Christmas. Load of items at bargain prices.
Saturday 26th November
96 View Rd (Memories NZ premises)
8am - 2pm
EFTPOS available
Christmas decorations & toys
scrapbooking
card making… View moreCRAFT SALE - just in time for Christmas. Load of items at bargain prices.
Saturday 26th November
96 View Rd (Memories NZ premises)
8am - 2pm
EFTPOS available
Christmas decorations & toys
scrapbooking
card making
stamp & paper craft
stickers
patterns
I'm looking for someone with experience in the building trade labouring etc could be retired etc, to help with some work that we need to get completed by Xmas,
Please contact Terry on 027 2230 400
Kiwi kids thrive on playing outdoors. Whether it's climbing trees, kicking a ball or building a hut, getting outside and exploring our backyards is part of who we are. So we've partnered with our friends at McDonald's to celebrate this New Zealand rite of passage. All you have to do … View moreKiwi kids thrive on playing outdoors. Whether it's climbing trees, kicking a ball or building a hut, getting outside and exploring our backyards is part of who we are. So we've partnered with our friends at McDonald's to celebrate this New Zealand rite of passage. All you have to do is share a photo below of the smallest members of your family outdoors with their football and you could win one of 60 football and bottle prize packs.
Please note: any photos shared below may star on Stuff.co.nz next week! Your football loving Kiwi kid could be famous!
Post your photo below to enter the draw.
T&Cs apply.
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