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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 moreJust 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.
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?
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 moreMac'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.
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.
# 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:
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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
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.
You and a young soccer fan could be in to win an exclusive junior soccer skills session in Sydney, attended by AIA Global ambassador David Beckham!
*AIA and Sovereign customers celebrate with a double chance to win*
All New Zealand residents can enter the draw, one entry per person — but … View moreYou and a young soccer fan could be in to win an exclusive junior soccer skills session in Sydney, attended by AIA Global ambassador David Beckham!
*AIA and Sovereign customers celebrate with a double chance to win*
All New Zealand residents can enter the draw, one entry per person — but current AIA or Sovereign Personal Risk or Health insurance policyholders get an additional shot at scoring aplace at the skills session with a bonus entry into the prize draw.
To be in to win, visit www.AIA.co.nz/beckham to see how to team up and enter.
T&Cs apply.
Motioning to the group of dignitaries around Queen Elizabeth II, Rangitiaria Dennan - better known a…
Disappointing to see no Rotorua restaurants in the top 100,considering that tourists come here by the droves its a shame this isnt so.
Having said that though,i have had some nice dinners at a few places since coming here,though others i would never return to.
Any other thoughts?
New Zealand needs more foster carers, from all cultures and walks of life, to ensure every child in need is given their chance in life.
Your decision to foster could be the most rewarding choice of your life, for everyone involved. We know that great foster care is about more than qualifications… View moreNew Zealand needs more foster carers, from all cultures and walks of life, to ensure every child in need is given their chance in life.
Your decision to foster could be the most rewarding choice of your life, for everyone involved. We know that great foster care is about more than qualifications and job titles; it’s having life experience, strength, empathy and the will to provide children with a safe home.
Think you could become a foster carer? Contact Key Assets on 0800 525 437 or visit iwanttofoster.co.nz for more information.
Our bean bags and bean bag accessories are so comfortable you’ll never want to sit in a ‘normal’ bean bag again. That’s a promise!
Did we mention our bean bags are stylish too? Available in contemporary fabrics such as linen and denim, our bean bags look good in any home or office.
… View moreOur bean bags and bean bag accessories are so comfortable you’ll never want to sit in a ‘normal’ bean bag again. That’s a promise!
Did we mention our bean bags are stylish too? Available in contemporary fabrics such as linen and denim, our bean bags look good in any home or office.
Enjoy our one and only pre-summer sale with a massive 40% off our bean bags collection!
You’ll be proud to show off your Croco bean bag to family and friends, but be careful – once someone sits in a Croco, they never want to move!
Croco bean bags are:
- designed from scratch in New Zealand
- stylish, contemporary fabrics such as denim and linen
- in-built structure for ultimate support and comfort
- special Smart Filling Design so you don’t spill a single bean
- 365-day warranty on all products
Discount offer valid to 07/10/2018. Not to be used in conjunction with any other offer.
Made in South Africa from native hard wood with cushions covered in washable synthetic fabric. $100 each or $150 for them both.
Thanks to everyone who entered our green tips competition—there were hundreds of fantastic tips, tricks, ideas and ways we can all help the environment. See the top ten tips here.
Find out more about Countdown's commitment to phasing-out single use plastic bags.
Kia ora neighbours,
Te reo is in the spotlight and is being celebrated throughout the country as part of Māori Language Week. This week, Barbershop in Blue returned with a waiata, parents shared stories about raising children as bilingual, Stuff became Puna, and the future of te reo in NZ was … View moreKia ora neighbours,
Te reo is in the spotlight and is being celebrated throughout the country as part of Māori Language Week. This week, Barbershop in Blue returned with a waiata, parents shared stories about raising children as bilingual, Stuff became Puna, and the future of te reo in NZ was debated.
But one debate is still ramping up - should the New Zealand Wars become a compulsory part of the curriculum? What do you think? Take part in our poll below!
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