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2063 days ago

Christmas Display - Christmas Lights Trail

Graham from Owhata

This Christmas, Victory Church Rotorua - 39 Old Taupo Road, have entered the 'The Professionals Christmas and New Year Lights Spectacular'. It kicks off this Friday and we are really excited about it. Lots of hard work and commitment has gone into it, but the display is going to be … View moreThis Christmas, Victory Church Rotorua - 39 Old Taupo Road, have entered the 'The Professionals Christmas and New Year Lights Spectacular'. It kicks off this Friday and we are really excited about it. Lots of hard work and commitment has gone into it, but the display is going to be amazing.
Along with the lights and decorations, there will be additional extras so that the atmosphere is warm and inviting such as live music and entertainment, hot chocolate and goodies, baking and more.
Its going to be an awesome family atmosphere.

You are all very welcome to come along and support us.

The weekends festivities are going to continue with a concert on Saturday night at 7pm by awesome bands from Hamilton.

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2063 days ago

Health Warning Issued for Lake Okaro and Lake Rotoehu

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Health warnings have been issued for both Lake Okaro and Lake Rotoehu because of the presence of blooms of potentially toxic blue-green algae.

Contact with water affected by blooms of blue-green algae can cause asthma and hayfever attacks in some individuals. Contact with the blue-green algae … View more
Health warnings have been issued for both Lake Okaro and Lake Rotoehu because of the presence of blooms of potentially toxic blue-green algae.

Contact with water affected by blooms of blue-green algae can cause asthma and hayfever attacks in some individuals. Contact with the blue-green algae can also cause skin rashes, stomach upsets, and in some cases neurological effects such as tingling around the mouth, headaches, breathing difficulties and visual problems.

The health warnings mean that people should avoid any activity which involves contact with the water in Lake Okaro or Lake Rotoehu. For more information visit www.toiteora.govt.nz...

2064 days ago

Make your best Split Second Decision

The Team from ACC New Zealand

No matter how long you’ve been riding, the unexpected can always happen. Be an even better rider with Ride Forever coaching. Find out more!

2064 days ago

Neighbours Day Roadshow - we were in you neighbourhood!

The Team from Neighbours Aotearoa

Catching up with our road trip posts! On Thursday we started in Taupo, at the Lake Taupo Hospice, check out their BBQ themed cookie invites! What an incredible idea, and a great bunch! We scooted up to Rotorua and heard all about the community led work going on Eastside Pest Free with Mary! And … View moreCatching up with our road trip posts! On Thursday we started in Taupo, at the Lake Taupo Hospice, check out their BBQ themed cookie invites! What an incredible idea, and a great bunch! We scooted up to Rotorua and heard all about the community led work going on Eastside Pest Free with Mary! And found some old school neighbours day flyers, and even badges from the original neighbours day!

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2064 days ago

Hamilton Impact

Graham from Owhata

Come on out to this family concert featuring bands from Hamilton. Drug/alcohol/smoke free event and family friendly. Also take in the amazing Christmas displays and family friendly atmosphere. Its gonna be happening.
This Saturday 1st Dec, 39 Old Taupo Road at 7pm.
Just follow the sights, sounds … View more
Come on out to this family concert featuring bands from Hamilton. Drug/alcohol/smoke free event and family friendly. Also take in the amazing Christmas displays and family friendly atmosphere. Its gonna be happening.
This Saturday 1st Dec, 39 Old Taupo Road at 7pm.
Just follow the sights, sounds and smells of hot chocolate.

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2064 days ago

Share your festive fail moments with us

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

Christmas is supposed to be the jolliest time of year - full of whimsical family reunions, selfless gift-giving and Masterchef-worthy feasts.

But sometimes this just isn't captured on camera. We're after those amazingly awkward Christmas moments that have been captured on… View more
Hi neighbours,

Christmas is supposed to be the jolliest time of year - full of whimsical family reunions, selfless gift-giving and Masterchef-worthy feasts.

But sometimes this just isn't captured on camera. We're after those amazingly awkward Christmas moments that have been captured on film.

Maybe it was the time you went to visit Santa and your little one didn't want a bar of it. Maybe it was a self-timed family shot that went horribly awry. Or a Christmas meal that was more a festive fail.

Whatever the not-so-merry moment, we want to see it! Share your pictures and a little bit about them with us in Stuff Nation. We look forward to seeing them! Here's the link to contribute.

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2065 days ago

Sending Love - Christmas cards for those who are alone at Christmas

Grey Power Rotorua

Sending Love (see their website and Facebook page) is again coordinating the collecting, messaging and delivery of Christmas cards to residents of rest homes. Grey Power Rotorua is hosting one of their dropboxes, at our office, which collects donations of cards - both commercial and home made - … View moreSending Love (see their website and Facebook page) is again coordinating the collecting, messaging and delivery of Christmas cards to residents of rest homes. Grey Power Rotorua is hosting one of their dropboxes, at our office, which collects donations of cards - both commercial and home made - for this initiative, to be delivered in Rotorua.

We can accept donations of cards until December 8th, AND are hosting 2 sessions for writing personal messages into the cards donated:

Thursday 6th December 10am to 2pm at the Age Concern rooms at 1333 Eruera St (behind Spotlight at the lower end of Eruera St towards Kmart), and
Friday 7th December 10am - 2pm at our own building, right behind Age Concern, also 1333 Eruera St.

We have cards and pens, and 60 suggested greetings in case you are a bit stumped ... come along and help send the love !!

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2066 days ago

Help me fight cancer.

Alex from Rotorua Central

I have been diagnosed with advanced cancer and am determined to fight it. Any support would be greatly appreciated and put to good use.❤️ givealittle.co.nz...

2066 days ago

When poppies get the blues

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

We love poppies, and this Tibetan blue (Meconopsis betonicifolia) is especially eye-catching. They are available from a number of nurseries, including Blue Mountain in Tapanui.

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2067 days ago

Vote now! Resene colour your community

Resene

Resene has six incredible finalists up for People's Choice Award as part of 2018's Colour your Community competition - and they need your vote!

Simply head to the poll and choose who you think deserves a helping hand and some Resene products. Voting closes Sunday 2 December so make … View more
Resene has six incredible finalists up for People's Choice Award as part of 2018's Colour your Community competition - and they need your vote!

Simply head to the poll and choose who you think deserves a helping hand and some Resene products. Voting closes Sunday 2 December so make sure you get your vite in before then! By doing so, you can help make a real difference to an organisation doing great work in a Kiwi community.
Vote now!

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2067 days ago

Rotorua Painting Services

Zane from Hamurana

Special Offer on Interior/Exterior Painting!

To get a great deal or discount with us before Christmas, all you need to do is contact us and we will get back to you and arrange a suitable time for us to quote your job, FREE with no obligations!

Our painting services include:

Full or part … View more
Special Offer on Interior/Exterior Painting!

To get a great deal or discount with us before Christmas, all you need to do is contact us and we will get back to you and arrange a suitable time for us to quote your job, FREE with no obligations!

Our painting services include:

Full or part interiors and exterior's (residential & commercial), we spray roofs, we do decks, sheds, garages, fences, shops, offices, motels, schools. etc

Full exterior house/building jobs include a FREE Water blast clean down of your house/building prior to us painting it.

The pictures are two separate examples of an interior and exterior of some recent work we have completed.

Contact Us Now For A Free Quote!
Ph/Txt Zane on 027 666 8884

2067 days ago

Reminder - Nationwide Test of Emergency Mobile Alert

The Team from Ministry of Civil Defence & Emergency Management

Emergency Mobile Alert should work in areas with cell reception. About 97% of populated areas get cell reception, and work is being done by the mobile service operators to improve mobile coverage all the time.

The Nationwide Test of Emergency Mobile Alert is on 25 November between 6 and 7pm.

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Emergency Mobile Alert should work in areas with cell reception. About 97% of populated areas get cell reception, and work is being done by the mobile service operators to improve mobile coverage all the time.

The Nationwide Test of Emergency Mobile Alert is on 25 November between 6 and 7pm.

www.civildefence.govt.nz...

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2068 days ago

Let your older neighbours know... 💙💛

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Friendly reminder that NZ Civil Defence will be running their second test of the Emergency Mobile Alert (EMA) System between 6pm and 7pm on Sunday, November 25th.

Please spread the word so more people are aware, especially among older friends and family who may be less tech-savvy, that this is … View more
Friendly reminder that NZ Civil Defence will be running their second test of the Emergency Mobile Alert (EMA) System between 6pm and 7pm on Sunday, November 25th.

Please spread the word so more people are aware, especially among older friends and family who may be less tech-savvy, that this is simply a test and to not be alarmed when they receive the alert.

To learn more about EMA's and what to expect on the day, visit the link below.

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2068 days ago

Poll: Should public vaping be banned?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

Vaping and the use of smokeless tobacco products could be banned from bars, restaurants, schools and workplaces in New Zealand, thanks to a Government proposal. Click here to read more about it.

Got an opinion on vaping? Take part in our poll below!

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Should public vaping be banned?
  • 54.5% Yes
    54.5% Complete
  • 19.3% No
    19.3% Complete
  • 26.2% Not banned, but restrictions are needed
    26.2% Complete
3060 votes
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