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2659 days ago

Petunia power

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Looking for some pretty petunias? Proven Winners NZ is supporting the NZ Breast Cancer Foundation by donating 50 cents for every Bubblegum Petunia purchased, from Oct 1.

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2659 days ago

Today is International Day of the Older Persons!

The Team from Age Concern New Zealand

Today is International Day of the Older Persons (IDOP). IDOP has been celebrated around the world since 1991. It’s a day to highlight the significant contributions older people bring to society and to raise awareness of issues affecting older people such as abuse and discrimination. Join Age … View moreToday is International Day of the Older Persons (IDOP). IDOP has been celebrated around the world since 1991. It’s a day to highlight the significant contributions older people bring to society and to raise awareness of issues affecting older people such as abuse and discrimination. Join Age Concern today as we celebrate the important role older people have in our society.

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2662 days ago

ASPEN COMMUNITY GARDEN-WORKING BEE

Jane from Owhata

A working bee will be held at Aspen Community gardens, Aspen Place, Owhata this Saturday and Sunday 1pm to 5pm both days.
Come along and help me get the garden ready for spring. Come for as long as you like.

2661 days ago

Register your event this Conservation Week

The Team from Department of Conservation

It’s Conservation Week next month. You can celebrate by showing your backyard some love, through getting involved in activities and events either in your own backyard or in our big New Zealand backyard.

Do you have a conservation event that you’d like to have featured on our website? List… View more
It’s Conservation Week next month. You can celebrate by showing your backyard some love, through getting involved in activities and events either in your own backyard or in our big New Zealand backyard.

Do you have a conservation event that you’d like to have featured on our website? List it here: List your event

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2672 days ago

Do you think tiny houses like these are the solution?

Nicola Brennan-Tupara Reporter from Rotorua News

Kia ora neighbours,
Rotorua man Jacob Matekino has built his family a house for $4200.
Check it out in the link below.
Do you think you could live in a tiny house like this?

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2662 days ago

Thank You :-)

Lynn Benfell from Progress Ngongotaha-Kokiri Ngongotaha Inc.

We held our 18th Annual General Meeting last night.
We offer our sincere thanks to those who attended.
We had some good questions from the floor, and value your contribution, and encouragement. Thank you one and all. Regards Lynn Benfell CEO

2663 days ago

Master your knife like a chef? Tell us and WIN

FreshChoice Te Ngae

Hi neighbours! Whether you're perfecting that roast beef, filleting fish with your eyes closed or whipping up that memorised cake recipe that never lets you down, there may be a pro chef in you! Share your pro cooking tip now, and you could win a $100 gift voucher!

We're also offering … View more
Hi neighbours! Whether you're perfecting that roast beef, filleting fish with your eyes closed or whipping up that memorised cake recipe that never lets you down, there may be a pro chef in you! Share your pro cooking tip now, and you could win a $100 gift voucher!

We're also offering you the chance to receive a premium set of Gormé Kitchen Knives in all our stores! All you need to do is shop with us to COLLECT 3 STICKERS in order to REDEEM your KNIVES at a heavily reduced price - up to 75% off! You will receive 1 sticker for every $15 you spend. There are 5 different knives to collect. Perfect for Christmas coming up, a gift for a friend or to add to your home. Start collecting in our store today.

- Your local FreshChoice team
Share a tip and WIN

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2664 days ago

International Day of the Older Persons 2017 is on Sunday!

The Team from Age Concern New Zealand

International Day of the Older Persons is on Sunday October 1st. Every year we celebrate the contribution older people bring to society. The theme for this year is “Stepping into the Future: Tapping the Talents, Contributions and Participation of Older Persons in Society.”

On Sunday (and … View more
International Day of the Older Persons is on Sunday October 1st. Every year we celebrate the contribution older people bring to society. The theme for this year is “Stepping into the Future: Tapping the Talents, Contributions and Participation of Older Persons in Society.”

On Sunday (and the rest of the year), remember to acknowledge the wealth of knowledge and skills that New Zealanders aged over 65 bring to our communities.

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2668 days ago

ASPEN COMMUNITY GARDEN-WORKING BEE

Jane from Owhata

The sun is here briefly, I am organising a working bee in our garden tomorrow 23 September from 12pm to 4pm anyone can come and help. Soil to move, compost to organise, weeds to pull out and a strawberry garden to get ready. Lessons on backyard gardening. If you don't want to weed come and … View moreThe sun is here briefly, I am organising a working bee in our garden tomorrow 23 September from 12pm to 4pm anyone can come and help. Soil to move, compost to organise, weeds to pull out and a strawberry garden to get ready. Lessons on backyard gardening. If you don't want to weed come and bring, seeds, plants or help plant seeds in pots. Jane 021968858.

2668 days ago

Will your family be using the new BMX track?

Nicola Brennan-Tupara Reporter from Rotorua News

Hi Neighbours,
It's going to be a launching pad for future champions once it's built - and it's right here in Rotorua.
The site for the new $1.4 million BMX track at Waipa was blessed by kaumatua Reverend Canon Bob Schuster​ this week see story below.
Do you think this is a … View more
Hi Neighbours,
It's going to be a launching pad for future champions once it's built - and it's right here in Rotorua.
The site for the new $1.4 million BMX track at Waipa was blessed by kaumatua Reverend Canon Bob Schuster​ this week see story below.
Do you think this is a facility you'd use in the future?
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2675 days ago

Progress Ngongotaha -Kokiri Ngongotaha Inc. AGM

Lynn Benfell from Progress Ngongotaha-Kokiri Ngongotaha Inc.

Wednesday 27th  September
Ngongotaha Community Hall, School Road
Ngongotaha, 7pm
All are Welcome

2668 days ago

Age Concern Dignity Champions

The Team from Age Concern New Zealand

Do you know what ageism is? It is the discrimination of people on the basis of their age. Unfortunately too many people do not recognise the value older Kiwis bring to society. Age Concern New Zealand wants to change these ageist attitudes and create an inclusive New Zealand where everyone is … View moreDo you know what ageism is? It is the discrimination of people on the basis of their age. Unfortunately too many people do not recognise the value older Kiwis bring to society. Age Concern New Zealand wants to change these ageist attitudes and create an inclusive New Zealand where everyone is supported and valued. Join our social movement to combat ageism in New Zealand by signing up as an Age Concern Dignity Champion. It is FREE and we will even send you a Welcome Pack.

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2669 days ago

The hours are on us!

Student Job Search

ENTER to WIN a hand around the house – on us! 49% of Neighbourly members said they’d like help with gardening, do you agree? Enter your details to WIN 5 hours of work from a local student in your neighbourhood! Whether it be household maintenance, help with the kids, or something else – … View moreENTER to WIN a hand around the house – on us! 49% of Neighbourly members said they’d like help with gardening, do you agree? Enter your details to WIN 5 hours of work from a local student in your neighbourhood! Whether it be household maintenance, help with the kids, or something else – Student Job Search has you covered. We’ll be picking THREE lucky winners so enter now! It’s free to list a job with SJS and we make sure to find the perfect student for your job. Enter HERE and find out for yourself! Enter now

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2671 days ago

Re: Professor Grant Schofield is coming to Tauranga...

Debbie Cunliffe from

Please find attached details of Professor Grant Schofield's visit to Tauranga in November as part of Diabetes Awareness Month.

Grant is leading the wave of change in how we think about our health, including how we exercise, how we sleep, how we play, and how we connect. The central place … View more
Please find attached details of Professor Grant Schofield's visit to Tauranga in November as part of Diabetes Awareness Month.

Grant is leading the wave of change in how we think about our health, including how we exercise, how we sleep, how we play, and how we connect. The central place ‘real’ food plays in our health and wellbeing; a desire to help people “be the best they can be”, drives his research and practice.
Dubbed “The Fat Professor”, Grant, together with Dr Caryn Zinn and Chef's such as Pete Evans and Craig Rodger (LOOP) are at the forefront of challenging the widespread fat phobia that has pushed us to eat a diet full of processed, carb-laden food. “It’s time to help the world change,” he says.

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2672 days ago

Love your backyard this Conservation Week

The Team from Department of Conservation

We Kiwis love our backyard. Whether it's our own gardens, parks or our big Kiwi backyard. Because we love it, we want to take care of it. Conservation Week is a great time to show our backyard some love.

There's plenty of ways for you and your family to take part, and we’ll be adding… View more
We Kiwis love our backyard. Whether it's our own gardens, parks or our big Kiwi backyard. Because we love it, we want to take care of it. Conservation Week is a great time to show our backyard some love.

There's plenty of ways for you and your family to take part, and we’ll be adding more local events soon. For information on backyard activities and events near you, visit: www.conservationweek.org.nz....

Plus, keep an eye out for our photo competition details coming soon!

If you know of other Conservation Week events in your area, you can add them to our list here: www.doc.govt.nz...

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