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The local media is on again about the juicy hot button of homelessness which is a manifestation of our society's obsession with owning more houses than we need on the back of capital gain and negative gearing.The answer is for our central government to build more houses for people who can not … View moreThe local media is on again about the juicy hot button of homelessness which is a manifestation of our society's obsession with owning more houses than we need on the back of capital gain and negative gearing.The answer is for our central government to build more houses for people who can not afford to rent at market rates.With our NZ 2017 elections due in Sept.I shall be looking very closely at the housing policy of all contending political parties and voting accordingly.
Join #RotoruaLakesCouncil and The Lumieres Society for the first Matariki All Stars parade art session this Thursday evening at 7pm. All sessions are free and materials are supplied. Go to bit.ly... for more information on the upcoming sessions
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Fundraising for your sports club or schools? - check out our sausage sizzle option to help support your teams
See our 5 top tips for cutting down your autumn power bill:
1. If you’re not using it, switch it off: If you’re not using an appliance, such as a heated towel, dryer, or TV, switch it off at the wall so it doesn’t use power on standby.
2. Change your cooking habits: Eat fresh veges … View moreSee our 5 top tips for cutting down your autumn power bill:
1. If you’re not using it, switch it off: If you’re not using an appliance, such as a heated towel, dryer, or TV, switch it off at the wall so it doesn’t use power on standby.
2. Change your cooking habits: Eat fresh veges instead of cooking. Using the oven for an hour a night can add $20 to your monthly power bill.
3. Use curtains to trap heat in: Let the sun heat your home during the day then close your curtains to stop the warmth escaping in the evening.
4. If you’re away, turn the hot water cylinder off: You can save up to $36 on your power bill if you switch your hot water cylinder off while away on weekends.
5. Make the most out of your FREE Hour of Power: Utilise power deals like Electric Kiwi’s free Hour of Power, which gives you one off peak hour of free power a day. Use this hour to heat your home, turn on the dishwasher, or run the washing machine and dryer.
Find out more about Electric Kiwi’s free Hour of Power
Hi neighbours,
So the Crankworx mountain bike festival is currently on in Rotorua.
Rotorua Lakes Council last year announced that it would provide $75,000 a year for Crankworx Rotorua for the next five years saying the event boosted the local economy by at least $8 million.
So we want to know … View moreHi neighbours,
So the Crankworx mountain bike festival is currently on in Rotorua.
Rotorua Lakes Council last year announced that it would provide $75,000 a year for Crankworx Rotorua for the next five years saying the event boosted the local economy by at least $8 million.
So we want to know what you think of this.
Do you think the council should be spending rate payers money on events like Crankworx?
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We would love to see you at the second planting day on Waingaehe Stream, this Friday.
Thanks to everyone that participated in Neighbours Day this year! It's been amazing to see all the great events and 'goings on' around the country. If you did something with your neighbours and get a sudden urge to share it with us then don't fight that urge!! Share your story… View moreThanks to everyone that participated in Neighbours Day this year! It's been amazing to see all the great events and 'goings on' around the country. If you did something with your neighbours and get a sudden urge to share it with us then don't fight that urge!! Share your story with us by emailing kiaora@neighboursday.org.nz, sharing to our facebook page, or submitting your story on our website. We LOVE seeing all the fun times and knowing that we're getting a little closer to knowing our neighbours and connecting with our communities. AND you don't have to wait till Neighbours Day 2018 to do it again. You can go say hi, invite them for a cuppa, or do a street bbq anytime. It makes a massive difference to our sense of belonging, safety and being part of a more resilient community.
Have a heart of gold and support the St John Annual Appeal 3-9 April.
The heart is the essence of life and has inherently warm and caring connotations. It also reflects the good that St John does in the community, and invites those who contribute to feel like they too have a heart of gold.
… View moreHave a heart of gold and support the St John Annual Appeal 3-9 April.
The heart is the essence of life and has inherently warm and caring connotations. It also reflects the good that St John does in the community, and invites those who contribute to feel like they too have a heart of gold.
Donate here at or at any ASB branch.
Kia ora. Do you have a young child? Do you want your child to be successful at school? HIPPY provides free games and activities for parents to play with their children after they have been to their childcare centre, kohanga or kindergarten for the day. Games take about 15 minutes a day. … View moreKia ora. Do you have a young child? Do you want your child to be successful at school? HIPPY provides free games and activities for parents to play with their children after they have been to their childcare centre, kohanga or kindergarten for the day. Games take about 15 minutes a day. Enrolling now.
Then check out your new neighbour on Neighbourly! NZ Gardener magazine's free Friday ezine Get Growing has just joined Neighbourly! That means you can have weekly gardening hints, tips and fruit and growing advice delivered right to your inbox from the experts at New Zealand's favourite … View moreThen check out your new neighbour on Neighbourly! NZ Gardener magazine's free Friday ezine Get Growing has just joined Neighbourly! That means you can have weekly gardening hints, tips and fruit and growing advice delivered right to your inbox from the experts at New Zealand's favourite gardening magazine...absolutely free! Just sign up here. Sign up before Monday 3 April and like this post and you'll be in the draw to WIN ONE OF 10 COPIES of NZ Gardener's new special edition Herbs & Superfoods, packed with homegrown ways to improve your and your family's health and wellbeing (RRP $15.90).
Bring delicious takeaways into the comfort of your own home and make it exactly how you like it! This American-style burger with barbecue flavours and fresh ingredients creates a mouth-watering dinner option that is quick, easy and cheap to create. Serves 4 and can be whipped up in 20 minutes!
… View moreBring delicious takeaways into the comfort of your own home and make it exactly how you like it! This American-style burger with barbecue flavours and fresh ingredients creates a mouth-watering dinner option that is quick, easy and cheap to create. Serves 4 and can be whipped up in 20 minutes!
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Good news #CrankworxRotorua local's day has been moved to tomorrow! Go to bit.ly... to view the schedule of events.
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