Waimangu, Rotorua

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2207 days ago

Ho ho no: More AirNZ Christmas strikes on the table

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

More strike notices have been issued for the days before Christmas. The unions representing Air New Zealand Engineering and Logistics have extended their strike action for December 21, 22, and 23.

Negotiations between officials and union delegates are ongoing. To read more about … View more
Hi neighbours,

More strike notices have been issued for the days before Christmas. The unions representing Air New Zealand Engineering and Logistics have extended their strike action for December 21, 22, and 23.

Negotiations between officials and union delegates are ongoing. To read more about this, click here. Have you got travel insurance for your flights? If a strike happens, you might not be covered. Read more about the Insurance Council of NZ's travel cover warning here.

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2209 days ago

Armed men rob Rotorua gas station of cigarettes and cash

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Thieves armed with a gun have robbed a Rotorua gas station of cigarettes and cash. Two men entered the BP Connect on Te Ngae Rd in Lynmore at 2am on Monday, armed with a firearm. Inside they stole cigarettes and cash before fleeing to a waiting vehicle.

Anyone who saw anything is asked to call … View more
Thieves armed with a gun have robbed a Rotorua gas station of cigarettes and cash. Two men entered the BP Connect on Te Ngae Rd in Lynmore at 2am on Monday, armed with a firearm. Inside they stole cigarettes and cash before fleeing to a waiting vehicle.

Anyone who saw anything is asked to call Rotorua police on 07-349 9554 or phone Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111. Read more

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2210 days ago

Summer safety checklist: Fall-proofing your home

The Team from ACC New Zealand

With warmer weather heading our way, gardening is a great way to stay fit and get regular doses of Vitamin D to help strengthen our bones.

The Home Safety checklist will give you practical tips on how to avoid falls, sprains and strains while pulling those stubborn weeds. For example, when … View more
With warmer weather heading our way, gardening is a great way to stay fit and get regular doses of Vitamin D to help strengthen our bones.

The Home Safety checklist will give you practical tips on how to avoid falls, sprains and strains while pulling those stubborn weeds. For example, when you’re gardening avoid heavy lifting and use long-handled tools so you’re not bending over for long periods. Steady yourself when bending and standing, no pesky weed is worth falling for!

A new movement called Live Stronger for Longer is helping to reduce the risk of falls by providing practical information and free resources. We want to help you stay on your feet, and living the life you want to live.

Take the home safety checklist with your friends and family and join the movement today.

Proudly brought to you by ACC, HQ&SC, MOH and your local community health providers.

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2210 days ago

Give a gift for good this festive season

Jason Cowlam from New Zealand Red Cross

It’s not just the festive season. It’s also cyclone season. Cyclones are happening more often, they‘re getting more severe, destructive and deadly – and they’re even reaching us here in New Zealand. What would you do if you lost everything?

During this time of giving, … View more
It’s not just the festive season. It’s also cyclone season. Cyclones are happening more often, they‘re getting more severe, destructive and deadly – and they’re even reaching us here in New Zealand. What would you do if you lost everything?

During this time of giving, give a gift for good to help those who need it most. You can easily help them with warmth, water, meals, shelter, community outreach and welfare centre support.
Click here to help

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2211 days ago

Givealittle’s Celebration with the Nation

Givealittle

We’re so grateful to all the generous sorts who’ve chipped in to get us here. So, let’s lose the gifts… and turn our big day into a celebration with the nation.

For every $10 donated from you, Spark Foundation will give $10 too – up to a grand total of $10,000 across all 10 charities.
Give here

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2212 days ago

Are you catching a Christmas flight?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

Are you planning of flying with Air New Zealand in the lead up towards Christmas? Some Air NZ staff are planning to strike four days out from Christmas – on the airline's busiest travel day of the year. To read more, click here.

Christmas is a hectic time of year in general … View more
Hi neighbours,

Are you planning of flying with Air New Zealand in the lead up towards Christmas? Some Air NZ staff are planning to strike four days out from Christmas – on the airline's busiest travel day of the year. To read more, click here.

Christmas is a hectic time of year in general for some families. Close to 42,000 customers booked to travel domestically and internationally on that date now face potential flight cancellations, the airline has said. Keep an eye on the story link above and we'll keep this post updated as more information comes out.

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2212 days ago

Do you ever feel that you want to be part of the Common Good?

Common Good Foundation

Something bigger than yourself that reaches further than you maybe could on your own? … Let us help you.

Common Good Foundation is a bridge between those who can provide resources and those who need them. We support charities that make a big impact in the community, helping to improve the … View more
Something bigger than yourself that reaches further than you maybe could on your own? … Let us help you.

Common Good Foundation is a bridge between those who can provide resources and those who need them. We support charities that make a big impact in the community, helping to improve the lives of vulnerable people.

Are you interested? Every bit helps - Donations can be made online by heading to: www.commongood.org.nz/donate

Alternatively … Do you know of a charity that needs extra funding?

Our 2019 Funding Round is now open. Grant Applications are made via the Common Good Foundation website.

Priority areas for support:
• Improving the lives of vulnerable people
- Children and youth
- Families
- Elderly
• Supporting development toward independence and autonomy
• Promoting social justice

Applications close 31 January 2019.

For more information, criteria and to apply, go to www.commongood.org.nz
Find out more!

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2221 days ago

Share your thoughts on Motiti Island

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

Motiti Island is taking on the Crown, the fishing industry and big iwi. And it’s a place like no other. Check out interactives.stuff.co.nz.... - a story where our senior journalist Andrea Vance looks at what makes Motiti Island tick.

Have you been there? What were your thoughts? … View more
Hi neighbours,

Motiti Island is taking on the Crown, the fishing industry and big iwi. And it’s a place like no other. Check out interactives.stuff.co.nz.... - a story where our senior journalist Andrea Vance looks at what makes Motiti Island tick.

Have you been there? What were your thoughts? Share your views with us in the replies below! (Please add "NFP/not for print" if you do not want your images/ comments used on Stuff)

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2215 days ago

Nominate your neighbourhood's Santa - comment below!

Reporter Sunday Star Times

We are on the hunt for New Zealand's most original, even legendary, Santas - can you help?? This will be someone that embodies the big guy with the white beard year round and who people in your neighbourhood often refer to as Santa.

Obviously, this person will also be the one that is called … View more
We are on the hunt for New Zealand's most original, even legendary, Santas - can you help?? This will be someone that embodies the big guy with the white beard year round and who people in your neighbourhood often refer to as Santa.

Obviously, this person will also be the one that is called upon each year to don the red suit to go out and about posing for photos, handing out presents and just be an all-around nice charitable person.

If you know of someone, please leave us a comment with your details and how we can get in touch with your local Santa. COMMENT BELOW!

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