Punaruku Island, Rotorua

2385 days ago

Subscribe to Get Growing - it's FREE!

Rachel Clare Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

In this week's issue of Get Growing we have advice on planting bunching onions and shallots, repurposing broken pots, perennials with issues (what do you regret planting?), planning for summer strawberries and lifting and dividing lily bulbs.

Subscribe to Get Growing and be in to WIN one of… View more
In this week's issue of Get Growing we have advice on planting bunching onions and shallots, repurposing broken pots, perennials with issues (what do you regret planting?), planning for summer strawberries and lifting and dividing lily bulbs.

Subscribe to Get Growing and be in to WIN one of 50 copies of NZ Gardener's latest special edition, 365 Days of Flowers, a practical and inspirational collector’s magazine that provides expert advice on planning, planting and growing year-round flowers for the garden or vase.

Our plant of the week in Get Growing is the festive abutilon and we have the latest scientific information on guava moth and what you can do to try and prevent it from affecting your fruit trees. Try sensational Catalonian recipes from Barcelona Cult Recipes and enter to win some great prizes!

Delivered every Friday to your email inbox, Get Growing digital magazine offers seasonal gardening advice from the NZ Gardener magazine's team of experts. Each week we answer all your burning questions on raising fruit and veges and tell you the top tasks to do in your backyard this weekend. Subscribe here.

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2387 days ago

Wintec Open Day - Friday 25th May

Wintec

Making the move from high school to tertiary study? Find out about life at, and after, Wintec! We’ll help you make decisions about your future and how to take the next step to get there.

You’ll be able to chat to tutors about your study options and what different subjects can offer you. In … View more
Making the move from high school to tertiary study? Find out about life at, and after, Wintec! We’ll help you make decisions about your future and how to take the next step to get there.

You’ll be able to chat to tutors about your study options and what different subjects can offer you. In some cases, you’ll also have the chance to try out an activity. And, since Open Day is all about your future, we’re taking it a step further and bringing in a sweet line-up of graduates doing cool things in the industry, so you’ll get to see just where a Wintec qualification takes you.

When: Friday 25 May 2018 9am – 1pm
Where: Wintec City Campus and Wintec Rotokauri Campus
Find out more!

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2388 days ago

Poll: Five new movies - five chances to win.

Stuff Pix

Vote for your favourite new release from Stuff Pix and you could win it to watch at your place. With so many movies ready to rent right now, there's something for everyone at Stuff Pix - check them out at stuffpix.co.nz today.

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Five new movies - five chances to win.
  • 42.4% Thor: Ragnarok - Get some action on your couch
    42.4% Complete
  • 11.4% Fifty Shades Freed - Lose yourself
    11.4% Complete
  • 20.8% Star Wars: The Last Jedi - Join the rebellion
    20.8% Complete
  • 13.2% The Post - Enjoy the drama
    13.2% Complete
  • 12.2% I, Tonya - Beat the competition
    12.2% Complete
1383 votes
2388 days ago

Hei āwhina i te hunga tamariki ki te ako mō te hua o te aroha

The Team from Ministry of Education

Auē e Koti! Kātahi ka oti te pakiwaitara kōwhiri ara e ako ai te tamariki ki te hua o te aroha. Tēnā whakamātautautia.
Pānuihia te kōrero paki ā-tihi mō Oti te Nanekoti ki te reo Pākehā, reo Māori anō hoki www.OatTheGoat.co.nz... | www.OtiTeNanekoti.co.nz...
He mea kinaki nā Te … View more
Auē e Koti! Kātahi ka oti te pakiwaitara kōwhiri ara e ako ai te tamariki ki te hua o te aroha. Tēnā whakamātautautia.
Pānuihia te kōrero paki ā-tihi mō Oti te Nanekoti ki te reo Pākehā, reo Māori anō hoki www.OatTheGoat.co.nz... | www.OtiTeNanekoti.co.nz...
He mea kinaki nā Te Tira Puoro o Aotearoa.
#OtiTeNanekoti #KeiTePaiKoe #ArohaMaiArohaAtu

2389 days ago

Should we bust ghost houses?

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

Do you have unoccupied "ghost houses" on your street? Investors buy them, park their money and pull the blinds across... but at what cost?

The last census showed there were 141,366 empty dwellings in New Zealand and in 2016, more than 33,000 houses in Auckland were officially … View more
Do you have unoccupied "ghost houses" on your street? Investors buy them, park their money and pull the blinds across... but at what cost?

The last census showed there were 141,366 empty dwellings in New Zealand and in 2016, more than 33,000 houses in Auckland were officially classified as empty. Find out why this is happening and what can be done about it.
Find out more

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2389 days ago

The Resene Wallpaper Sale is on!

Resene

Neighbours – now is your chance to dress up your walls and save 30% off* the extensive range of Resene wallpapers! Patterned or bold, textured or neutral. Offer ends 5 June 2018.
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* Discount off the normal retail price at Resene owned ColorShops and participating resellers until 5 … View more
Neighbours – now is your chance to dress up your walls and save 30% off* the extensive range of Resene wallpapers! Patterned or bold, textured or neutral. Offer ends 5 June 2018.
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* Discount off the normal retail price at Resene owned ColorShops and participating resellers until 5 June 2018. Excludes wall decals and WallPrint. Not available in conjunction with any other offer.
Find out more

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2391 days ago

Do you have children aged 4-7 years? They'll love this free book!

The Team from Ministry of Education

Oh my Goat! We just finished reading this awesome pick-a-path story that helps children learn the power of kindness. Have a go...

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2392 days ago

Open Night at John Paul College - 17th May!

John Paul College

We have spaces for new enrolments at John Paul College. Join us for a tour of the campus between 4:30pm and 5:30pm on Thursday 17th May, followed by our Open Night presentation in the gym.

Application forms and information are available on the college website.
Learn more

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2392 days ago

Started snoring since you started menopause?

Patney

Having a poor night’s sleep?

We caught up with Dr Angela Campbell, PhD Manager of the WellSleep Centre, University of Otago, Wellington and she provided us with some insights into the most common symptoms women might experience whilst going through menopause, which are insomnia, hot flushes, … View more
Having a poor night’s sleep?

We caught up with Dr Angela Campbell, PhD Manager of the WellSleep Centre, University of Otago, Wellington and she provided us with some insights into the most common symptoms women might experience whilst going through menopause, which are insomnia, hot flushes, snoring and obstructive sleep apnoea. Dr Campbell states, “these are all common side effects of menopause and can affect up to 70% of women.” So, if you’re experiencing sleepless nights and suddenly disturbing your partner with this new-found snoring, you’re certainly not alone.

If you are experiencing these symptoms, you might be interested to learn that Patney offer an effective, non-invasive and temperature neutral solution that can assist with controlling your snoring - the Patney sleep positioner, has undergone independent validation testing by the WellSleep Centre, Otago University. We are so confident about the Patney sleep positioner that we offer a 30-day money back guarantee. For further information head across to our website at www.patney.com
Find out more!

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2394 days ago

Two sheds become one home

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

"People probably think we've gone mad, but we're in our sixties and you've got to keep life interesting."

After selling their 425sqm Taupo home and buying land in Pahoia, Celia and Hugh Laity needed somewhere to live while they build a new home. So they … View more
"People probably think we've gone mad, but we're in our sixties and you've got to keep life interesting."

After selling their 425sqm Taupo home and buying land in Pahoia, Celia and Hugh Laity needed somewhere to live while they build a new home. So they repurposed their garden shed and an old office space into a home away from home.

2394 days ago

Celebrate your community’s volunteers

Trustpower

We want to help you celebrate your community’s volunteers with the Trustpower Community Awards. There’s $150,000 prize money up for grabs for community groups across 26 regions.

These awards celebrate groups big and small, dedicated to everything from health and wellbeing, to arts and … View more
We want to help you celebrate your community’s volunteers with the Trustpower Community Awards. There’s $150,000 prize money up for grabs for community groups across 26 regions.

These awards celebrate groups big and small, dedicated to everything from health and wellbeing, to arts and culture, the environment, local heritage, sport, education and much more. If they’re making your community a better place, we want to hear about them!

Enter online at trustpower.co.nz/communityawards and you’ll also be in to win a $500 Prezzy Card. Entries close 31 May.

Abbie, Alice and Ash – your Trustpower Community Awards team
Enter here!

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2395 days ago

Poll: Mother's Day - your wishlist!

Reporter Rotorua News

This one's for all the mums out there (like me!). It's Mother's Day on Sunday (one of the best days of the year) - what would be your ultimate Mother's Day?

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Mother's Day - your wishlist!
  • 36.8% A sleep-in and brekkie in bed
    36.8% Complete
  • 26.3% Anything involving chocolate and wine
    26.3% Complete
  • 5.3% Full and unlimited use of the TV remote
    5.3% Complete
  • 31.6% Shopping, shopping and more shopping
    31.6% Complete
19 votes
2395 days ago

Gentle high quality dental care

Clinico

Hi neighbours - come and visit our registered clinical dental technician, Steve. You can find him at our Clinico Denture Clinic, inside the Fairy Springs Medical Centre.

Whether you just need some friendly advice, new dentures, repair or reline. Steve will happily sit, listen and give you his … View more
Hi neighbours - come and visit our registered clinical dental technician, Steve. You can find him at our Clinico Denture Clinic, inside the Fairy Springs Medical Centre.

Whether you just need some friendly advice, new dentures, repair or reline. Steve will happily sit, listen and give you his expert opinion.

Book now for a FREE consultation and receive a 15% discount with any treatment started before 31st May 2018.

Steve Sharp
Rotorua Clinico Clinician
0800 11 23 24
Find out more!

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2396 days ago

Get to know your neighbours

The Team from Ministry of Civil Defence & Emergency Management

This week is NZ Sign Language week. Make it your mission to learn a handful of NZSL words this week - we'll help!

Today's word is COMMUNITY - In an emergency a big part of getting through is banding together with your community.
Get to know your neighbours, find out who can help you… View more
This week is NZ Sign Language week. Make it your mission to learn a handful of NZSL words this week - we'll help!

Today's word is COMMUNITY - In an emergency a big part of getting through is banding together with your community.
Get to know your neighbours, find out who can help you and who might need your help.

Find out more about being prepared at www.happens.nz...

#NZSLWeek2018
(Image: nzsl.vuw.ac.nz...)

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2396 days ago

Meet over 70 employers and educators!

Rotorua Careers Expo Trust

Visit the Rotorua Careers Expo for free to find out about all the great career options available to you, and the education, training, and employment pathways to help get you there.

When:
- Tuesday 15 May, 10am - 2:30 and 4pm - 6pm
- Wednesday 16 May, 9am - 2:30 pm
Where: … View more
Visit the Rotorua Careers Expo for free to find out about all the great career options available to you, and the education, training, and employment pathways to help get you there.

When:
- Tuesday 15 May, 10am - 2:30 and 4pm - 6pm
- Wednesday 16 May, 9am - 2:30 pm
Where: Rotorua Energy Events Centre, Queens Drive Government Gardens, Rotorua

Like our Facebook page to find out more info and a full list of exhibitors closer to the date.
Find out more!

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