Owhata, Rotorua

Caring For You Like Family

Caring For You Like Family

Hear about 91-year-old Dora’s experience as a rest home resident living in a Ryman community.

2405 days ago

Wasp wipeout - can you help?

The Team from Wasp Wipeout

Wasps are a serious problem for people on picnics, but their effects on native insect populations are devastating. Last summer we embarked on an ambitious project to make a dent in the wasp population in the Nelson region. We fundraised and were able to lay 390km of bait lines in some of the … View moreWasps are a serious problem for people on picnics, but their effects on native insect populations are devastating. Last summer we embarked on an ambitious project to make a dent in the wasp population in the Nelson region. We fundraised and were able to lay 390km of bait lines in some of the region's most popular recreational areas, effectively making 10,000 hectares wasp free.

This summer we are delighted to announce we are expanding the programme to other parts of the country which are also affected by high wasp numbers. Vespex is laid in bait stations in late January and February when wasps change to a protein-based diet. It is of low toxicity and safe for bees. Results from last summer showed it has a 95%-99% success rate.

While a small amount of work is Government funded, we're going to raise more funds to get as many areas baited as possible, and we need your help. Go to our Popshop page to contribute to a wasp-free region

So join us in the battle. The more we raise the more areas we can cover.
Learn more

Image
M
2406 days ago

Contracter Wanted

Mary from Hamurana

Hi I have grass that needs to be made into hay and would like to hear from someone who does conventional bales.  It needs doing soon and I live in Kaharoa area.  Please phone Mary 3323160

2406 days ago

Meri Kirihimete from the IC team

Sarah Bichan from Inspiring Communities

Kia ora NZ Communities!

We've not been on Neighbourly much lately, but that will soon change!
We have a lot of exciting plans for 2018, including new workshops and new online presences.

If you'd like to know what we've been up to this year, take a look at our 2017 … View more
Kia ora NZ Communities!

We've not been on Neighbourly much lately, but that will soon change!
We have a lot of exciting plans for 2018, including new workshops and new online presences.

If you'd like to know what we've been up to this year, take a look at our 2017 highlights: inspiringcommunities.org.nz....

Meri Kirihimete, Aotearoa! We look forward to working with and supporting you in 2018.

The IC team

Image
C
2416 days ago

Blueberry picking

Charmaine from Owhata

Hi
Just wondering if the blueberry farm at Ngongotaha is open for picking?

2407 days ago

Merry Colourful Christmas!

The Team from Resene ColorShop Rotorua

Our favourite thing about Christmas is the wonderful Christmas COLOURS that pop up as Santa's arrival approaches. Greens reds and golds dotted around town remind us that it's so easy to put a little colour into someone else's Christmas...

Remember to stay safe these holidays … View more
Our favourite thing about Christmas is the wonderful Christmas COLOURS that pop up as Santa's arrival approaches. Greens reds and golds dotted around town remind us that it's so easy to put a little colour into someone else's Christmas...

Remember to stay safe these holidays whether you're out of town or or staying at home. Merry Christmas!

- From the colourful Elves at Resene

Image
2408 days ago

Chadwick hits back at Aquatic Centre 'misinformation'

Reporter Rotorua News

Rotorua Mayor Steve Chadwick has hit back at claims protesters were locked out of the year's last council meeting as "completely untrue".
Staff from the Aquatic Centre and InfraCore took to the streets on Thursday to hikoi on the council chambers and deliver a petition against plans… View more
Rotorua Mayor Steve Chadwick has hit back at claims protesters were locked out of the year's last council meeting as "completely untrue".
Staff from the Aquatic Centre and InfraCore took to the streets on Thursday to hikoi on the council chambers and deliver a petition against plans to outsource management of the centre, which had attracted 6000 signatures.

Image
2408 days ago

Red Shed offers some Christmas cheer for Women's Refuge

Reporter Rotorua News

The Warehouse Rotorua has partnered with the local Women's Refuge to accept donations for much needed Christmas gifts to women and children affected by violence in the region.

Image
2408 days ago

Lizard catcher scales unusual new heights in Rotorua garden

Reporter Rotorua News

When it came to removing this uninvited guest from Aria's Farm B&B in Rotorua, it was a job for Rainbow Springs.

Image
2408 days ago

Volunteer as a street collector.

The Team from Heart Foundation - Rotorua Branch

Can you spare 90 minutes on Friday 23 and Saturday 24 February?

The success of our Big Heart Appeal street collection depends on big-hearted people like you, who can give 90 minutes or more of your time to collect donations. Why 90 minutes? Because every 90 minutes a Kiwi dies from heart … View more
Can you spare 90 minutes on Friday 23 and Saturday 24 February?

The success of our Big Heart Appeal street collection depends on big-hearted people like you, who can give 90 minutes or more of your time to collect donations. Why 90 minutes? Because every 90 minutes a Kiwi dies from heart disease.

Volunteer as a street collector on our website.

Image
2408 days ago

Volunteers needed

The Team from Heart Foundation - Rotorua Branch

Can you spare 90 minutes on Friday 23 and Saturday 24 February?

The success of our Big Heart Appeal street collection depends on big-hearted people like you, who can give 90 minutes or more of your time to collect donations. Why 90 minutes? Because every 90 minutes a Kiwi dies from heart … View more
Can you spare 90 minutes on Friday 23 and Saturday 24 February?

The success of our Big Heart Appeal street collection depends on big-hearted people like you, who can give 90 minutes or more of your time to collect donations. Why 90 minutes? Because every 90 minutes a Kiwi dies from heart disease.

Volunteer as a street collector on our website.

Image
2408 days ago

For sale Breville coffee machine

Mandy from Ngongotaha

Great home real experience barista coffee machine with brand new box filters a $99 cleaning kit plus grind bucket milk frothing jug & in excellent condition. Selling for $550 for everything.
Due to my medical conditions I am no longer to drink espresso coffee. 😔
Hardly been used. Great … View more
Great home real experience barista coffee machine with brand new box filters a $99 cleaning kit plus grind bucket milk frothing jug & in excellent condition. Selling for $550 for everything.
Due to my medical conditions I am no longer to drink espresso coffee. 😔
Hardly been used. Great Bargin make fab Xmas pressie 😉🎅

A
2409 days ago

Memory Foundation comes to Rotorua. Mark this date in your 2018 diary!

Ali from Lynmore

We at Rotorua U3A invite you to join us at our next community forum on Wednesday 21st February 2018 when our guest speaker will be Gilliam Eadie of the Memory Foundation, based in Auckland.
She asks: “Are you looking after your memory?”
She addresses issues like losing our glasses and car … View more
We at Rotorua U3A invite you to join us at our next community forum on Wednesday 21st February 2018 when our guest speaker will be Gilliam Eadie of the Memory Foundation, based in Auckland.
She asks: “Are you looking after your memory?”
She addresses issues like losing our glasses and car keys; forgetting names, appointments; whether we’ve taken our meds and even why we’ve come into a room.
Memory Foundation co-founder and managing director, Gillian Eadie will be speaking about strategies for building new brain connections as a buffer against memory loss in later life.
These strategies have been developed by Gillian’s co-founder and sister, Dr Allison Lamont in conjunction with her Memory Clinic. Her programmes are based on her internationally acclaimed research into age-related memory loss.
An entertaining speaker, Gillian has addressed large audiences at a range of U3A, Probus, Zonta, Inner Wheel, corporate groups and other organisations.
Browse memory.foundation... or go to www.memoryclinic.co.nz... for more.
Today sees exciting new discoveries in the field of memory being made by the Memory Foundation. Come to our meeting and find out how you can benefit. Visitors warmly welcome with gold coin entry.
Mark this date in your 2018 calendar before you forget!

Who: Gillian Eadie on looking after our memory
What: Rotorua U3A hosting the Memory Foundation
When: 10am Wednesday 21st Feb 2018. Doors open at 9.30 with refreshments.
Where: Bridge Club Rooms, Neil Hunt Park, Lynmore, Rotorua
How: speaker, screened presentation, free brain training course, books for sale and access to monthly newsletters containing the latest information about the brain and memory as well as some entertaining puzzles and challenges.

________________________________________

Presented by Ali Brown on behalf of U3A President, Peter Wood: stpeterwood@gmail.com

2412 days ago

Trust in Traditional Media

Jason from Jason Fox - Stuff

The advance of technology and digital marketing has exploded in the last 10 years, gaining wallet share from the traditional media platforms of print, radio and TV. However we now understand that each platform can provide different audiences and behaviours... Attached are some more images showing … View moreThe advance of technology and digital marketing has exploded in the last 10 years, gaining wallet share from the traditional media platforms of print, radio and TV. However we now understand that each platform can provide different audiences and behaviours... Attached are some more images showing the trust in different media platforms in NZ from surveys done this by Colmar Brunton

M
2412 days ago

Message a 'sham'

Margaret from Pukehangi - Mangakakahi

How many members out there have received a message stating "you have been selected a chance to win $500" from the warehouse,countdown,etc. All you need is to answer 3 questions. Then fill in Name & address details. Then ring 0900 55 667 for a unique code where they state 'please … View moreHow many members out there have received a message stating "you have been selected a chance to win $500" from the warehouse,countdown,etc. All you need is to answer 3 questions. Then fill in Name & address details. Then ring 0900 55 667 for a unique code where they state 'please stay on the line. I guarantee 100% & less then a second the phone cuts off or ends. An absolute sham.

2410 days ago

What sort of neighbour are you?

The Team from Neighbours Aotearoa

Are you a longstanding neighbour or are you the one with a full house? Take our quiz to discover the type of neighbour you are - and find out what your challenge is for Neighbours Day 2018.

Don't forget to share your results with your Neighbourly community. Maybe you could guess what other… View more
Are you a longstanding neighbour or are you the one with a full house? Take our quiz to discover the type of neighbour you are - and find out what your challenge is for Neighbours Day 2018.

Don't forget to share your results with your Neighbourly community. Maybe you could guess what other types of neighbours are living around you? Link below!

Image
Top