Punaruku Island, Rotorua

2773 days ago

Poll: Is the government doing enough to address Rotorua's housing issues?

Nicola Brennan-Tupara Reporter from Rotorua News

HI neighbours,
Yesterday Associate Minister for Housing Alfred Ngaro visited Rotorua and announced that an additional 117 state houses were on the cards for Rotorua.
He said there were plans for 37 transitional houses to be available by the end of the year, and a further 80 new social housing … View more
HI neighbours,
Yesterday Associate Minister for Housing Alfred Ngaro visited Rotorua and announced that an additional 117 state houses were on the cards for Rotorua.
He said there were plans for 37 transitional houses to be available by the end of the year, and a further 80 new social housing properties over the coming three years.
READ MORE: www.stuff.co.nz...
Do you think this is enough to help the crisis?
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Is the government doing enough to address Rotorua's housing issues?
  • 27.8% Yes
    27.8% Complete
  • 72.2% No
    72.2% Complete
18 votes
2777 days ago

Poll: Anzac Day - will you attend a service?

Nicola Brennan-Tupara Reporter from Rotorua News

Hi neighbours,
Tomorrow is Anzac Day. Rotorua's Dawn Service is scheduled for 6am at the Muruika War Cemetery, Ohinemutu.
A Civic Service is also taking place starting with a parade from Memorial Drive ahead of a 9.15am service at the Sir Howard Morrison Performing Arts Centre.
Will you be… View more
Hi neighbours,
Tomorrow is Anzac Day. Rotorua's Dawn Service is scheduled for 6am at the Muruika War Cemetery, Ohinemutu.
A Civic Service is also taking place starting with a parade from Memorial Drive ahead of a 9.15am service at the Sir Howard Morrison Performing Arts Centre.
Will you be heading along?
And what does Anzac Day mean to you?
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Anzac Day - will you attend a service?
  • 50% Yes
    50% Complete
  • 50% No
    50% Complete
26 votes
2777 days ago

Mega Global Sale coming soon!

Flight Centre

Neighbours, listen up! If you’ve got travel on your mind, your time has come! Our Mega Global Sale is on for 3 DAYS ONLY! EXCLUSIVE deals on airfares, accommodation, cruises, tours to destinations including Australia, South Pacific, UK, Europe, USA, Asia and more!

Don’t miss out! It’s … View more
Neighbours, listen up! If you’ve got travel on your mind, your time has come! Our Mega Global Sale is on for 3 DAYS ONLY! EXCLUSIVE deals on airfares, accommodation, cruises, tours to destinations including Australia, South Pacific, UK, Europe, USA, Asia and more!

Don’t miss out! It’s Friday 28th-Sunday 30th April, in store at your local Flight Centre. This is THE perfect time to book your next holiday!
Find your local Flight Centre!

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2779 days ago

It's not too late to register your Clean Up event and win!

The Warehouse New Zealand

The Warehouse and Neighbourly's 2017 Great Community Clean Up kicks off on Thursday 27 April. If you haven't already registered your Clean Up event it's not too late - and you could still win great prizes! Get a group of friends, family or neighbours together (or even just enjoy a … View moreThe Warehouse and Neighbourly's 2017 Great Community Clean Up kicks off on Thursday 27 April. If you haven't already registered your Clean Up event it's not too late - and you could still win great prizes! Get a group of friends, family or neighbours together (or even just enjoy a Clean Up on your own!) to make some awesome changes in your neighbourhood. Book your event between 27 April and 3 May and be in to win. Remember - the smallest acts can make the biggest difference. Consider a Clean Up at your local park, stream, carpark, beach - or even your street! Register your event now and be in to WIN! Register and win

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2780 days ago

Have your power prices gone up?

Electric Kiwi

Households are being told to shop around for better power deals as some power companies lifted their prices in April. On the flip side, smaller companies like Electric Kiwi won't be raising power prices this year and are challenging the big power companies to do the same.

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Households are being told to shop around for better power deals as some power companies lifted their prices in April. On the flip side, smaller companies like Electric Kiwi won't be raising power prices this year and are challenging the big power companies to do the same.

Find out if you could be saving money now.
Find out more

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2780 days ago

Poll: Marmite and Vegemite Battle it Out

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Let's settle this once and for all. SPREAD the word that we are making a TOAST to settle this dispute. Which iconic spread is the true kiwi favourite? Place your vote below!

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Marmite and Vegemite Battle it Out
  • 46.8% Vegemite all the way
    46.8% Complete
  • 53.2% Marmite for life
    53.2% Complete
8230 votes
2781 days ago

Poll: Should tampons be subsidised?

Reporter Rotorua News

Hi neighbours,
Pharmac has today announced that it will not help pay for tampons and pads, following a request earlier in the year for funding for all women's sanitary items.
The Government drug-buying agency rejected the request on the grounds that sanitary products were not medicines.
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Hi neighbours,
Pharmac has today announced that it will not help pay for tampons and pads, following a request earlier in the year for funding for all women's sanitary items.
The Government drug-buying agency rejected the request on the grounds that sanitary products were not medicines.
READ MORE: www.stuff.co.nz...
What do you think? Should sanitary items like tampons , being partially government funded?
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Should tampons be subsidised?
  • 65.2% Yes
    65.2% Complete
  • 34.8% No
    34.8% Complete
46 votes
2782 days ago

Nominate your Neighbourhood Champion

The Team from Neighbours Aotearoa

Do you have a neighbour who is just awesome, is the glue of your community, or makes a significant difference in the lives of you, your family and your neighbours. Nominate them for the neighbourhood champion and they get the chance of winning this framed photo from internationally renowned … View moreDo you have a neighbour who is just awesome, is the glue of your community, or makes a significant difference in the lives of you, your family and your neighbours. Nominate them for the neighbourhood champion and they get the chance of winning this framed photo from internationally renowned photographer Doug Pearson.

Email your nomination to kiaora@neighboursday.org.nz

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2787 days ago

Be careful out there - are you prepared?

Nicola Brennan-Tupara Reporter from Rotorua News

Hi neighbours,
As you'll be aware a State of Emergency has been declared for the Bay of Plenty in anticipation of Cyclone Cook hitting.
Check out this video from Rotorua Lakes Council Primary Controller Stavros Michael who tells us what the declaration means for Rotorua and how to get … View more
Hi neighbours,
As you'll be aware a State of Emergency has been declared for the Bay of Plenty in anticipation of Cyclone Cook hitting.
Check out this video from Rotorua Lakes Council Primary Controller Stavros Michael who tells us what the declaration means for Rotorua and how to get ready.
WATCH HERE: www.youtube.com...

What have you done to prepare?

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2788 days ago

What can your region expect from Cyclone Cook?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

New Zealand is once again preparing for it's second cyclone in as many weeks. Please ensure you and your neighbours are prepared by becoming familiar with the following resources:
• Get live weather updates from the team at Stuff.co.nz
• Take a look at at what your region can expect … View more
New Zealand is once again preparing for it's second cyclone in as many weeks. Please ensure you and your neighbours are prepared by becoming familiar with the following resources:
• Get live weather updates from the team at Stuff.co.nz
• Take a look at at what your region can expect from Cyclone Cook here: www.stuff.co.nz...
• Sign up to send and receive text and email updates for emergency situations. Find out more about Neighbourly Urgent Alerts.
• To spread the word and notify others of what's happening around your neighbourhood contact your local reporter to share details and/or photos

2789 days ago

Nominations for the Rotorua Lakes Community Awards are about to close!

The team from Rotorua Lakes Council

Last couple of days to nominate an unsung hero for the Rotorua Lakes Council and Trustpower Community Awards. Celebrate that awesome human being in your community. Go to bit.ly... to find out more.

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2789 days ago

Our Anzac stories

Nicola Brennan-Tupara Reporter from Rotorua News

Hi neighbours,
Anzac Day is just a week away and we'd love to hear from some of Rotorua's Anzac heroes.
So if you know someone who is currently serving, or who has served in the past, who has some interesting tales to tell, get in touch.
Email me on nicola.brennan@fairfaxmedia.co.nzView more
Hi neighbours,
Anzac Day is just a week away and we'd love to hear from some of Rotorua's Anzac heroes.
So if you know someone who is currently serving, or who has served in the past, who has some interesting tales to tell, get in touch.
Email me on nicola.brennan@fairfaxmedia.co.nz or call 07 849 9672.

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2790 days ago

Last chance to save 25%

Resene

Don't miss your chance to save 25% off* Resene premium paints, stains, primers, sealers, wallpaper, decorating accessories and cleaning products! You only have a few more days; offer ends 18 April 2017. Learn more now.

Wishing you a happy and safe Easter from your local Resene team.
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Don't miss your chance to save 25% off* Resene premium paints, stains, primers, sealers, wallpaper, decorating accessories and cleaning products! You only have a few more days; offer ends 18 April 2017. Learn more now.

Wishing you a happy and safe Easter from your local Resene team.
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* Discount off the normal retail price Resene owned ColorShops and participating resellers.
Find out more

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2790 days ago

Rubbish and recycling collections move from Friday to Saturday this week

The team from Rotorua Lakes Council

Rubbish and recycling won't be collected on Good Friday this week so residents will need to put bins out on Saturday (15 April) instead. Affected neighbourhoods are Whakarewarewa, Te Ngae, Ngapuna, Lynmore, Owhata, Holdens/Hannahs Bay, Rotokawa, Brunswick Park. For more information call … View moreRubbish and recycling won't be collected on Good Friday this week so residents will need to put bins out on Saturday (15 April) instead. Affected neighbourhoods are Whakarewarewa, Te Ngae, Ngapuna, Lynmore, Owhata, Holdens/Hannahs Bay, Rotokawa, Brunswick Park. For more information call council's Customer Centre on 07 348 4199 or email info@rotorualc.nz

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2790 days ago

Are you an Easter Instant winner?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We've given 30 (!) Neighbourly winners a little Easter treat. If your name's on the list below then your Easter is going to be a little sweeter. You've won a $20 voucher for your local The Warehouse so you can head down to grab yourself your favourite Easter chocolate treats. You … View moreWe've given 30 (!) Neighbourly winners a little Easter treat. If your name's on the list below then your Easter is going to be a little sweeter. You've won a $20 voucher for your local The Warehouse so you can head down to grab yourself your favourite Easter chocolate treats. You might even treat your favourite neighbour to something delicious.

Congratulations to:
Philip Taramai - Lower Hutt
Mere Wetere - Nelson
Ann Mackay - Oamaru
Terry Green - Porirua
Andrew Douglas - Invercargill
Priya Patel - Wellington
Lynne Street - Rotorua
Vijen Reddy - Hamilton
Rob Voss - Whangaparaoa
Dianna Cork - Mount Maunganui
Joanna Fleet - Otaki
Catriona Greig - Porirua
Donald Fowler - Nelson
Liz Claridge - Whangamata
Billy Boston - Christchurch
Elizabeth Mark - Waikanae
Brett Lovegrove - Christchurch
John Dowling - Auckland
Tracy Morton - Raglan
Jacqueline Ross from Blenheim
Ntombi Mupariwa - Paraparaumu
Florentina McInnes - Napier
Morag Hughson - Tauranga
Marjo Plessius - Putaruru
Beverley Broad - Christchurch
Mahendra Patel - Hamilton
Leonie Hona - Whangarei
Mandy Clark - North Auckland
Sean McNulty - Kerikeri
Sue Scott - Gisborne

To claim your prize just get in touch with the Neighbourly team before 12pm Thursday 13 April to claim their prize. If you spot a familiar name from your neighbourhood, be sure to give them the good news!

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