Kinloch, Taupo

2419 days ago

Earth Day Litter Pick-up event in Taupo on Sunday, April 22

Darren Petry from Taupō District Council

Earth Day Network, the global coordinator of Earth Day, is building the world’s largest coalition of people united in ensuring we have a healthy planet.

This year, the focus is around a reduction in plastics globally, and here in Taupō we can do our part by picking up litter and educating … View more
Earth Day Network, the global coordinator of Earth Day, is building the world’s largest coalition of people united in ensuring we have a healthy planet.

This year, the focus is around a reduction in plastics globally, and here in Taupō we can do our part by picking up litter and educating ourselves in ways we can help clean up and recycle plastics in our region.

So how can we do our part? Come and help us tidy up!

Following on from tree-planting days and previous litter pick-up events, Taupō District Council has an ongoing commitment to providing green options for our waste, in addition to reducing our overall carbon footprint and being responsible environmental citizens.

Join the team at the Float Plane car park in Ferry Road where volunteers will be split up to cover different areas, including the Tongariro domain, our lakefront and CBD.

What: Earth Day Litter Pick-Up
When: Sunday, April 22 at 10 am
Where: Various locations, meet at Ferry Road, Float Plane Carpark

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2419 days ago

Did you hear about hundreds of horses being saved from slaughter?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hey neighbours,
Have you heard? A last-minute influx of applications to re-home Kaimanawa wild horses has saved hundreds from slaughter. What awesome news! Do you know someone rehoming a horse? What do you think of the news? To read more, click here.

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2419 days ago

Improve Skills For A New Job

Vision College

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2421 days ago

Do you think wheel clamping should be illegal?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hey neighbours,
Have you heard Transport Minister Phil Twyford's views on wheel clamping? He says it either needs to be banned or regulated - and he was working on legislation to see it banned. What are your thoughts? To read more, click here.

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2420 days ago

Poll: Would you keep a farm animal as a pet?

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

Are you a pet lover looking for an alternative to domestic cats and dogs?

Farm-style animals like chickens, goats, and even pigs, are gaining in the pet popularity stakes, but have specific needs and regulations you need to be aware of. … View more
Are you a pet lover looking for an alternative to domestic cats and dogs?

Farm-style animals like chickens, goats, and even pigs, are gaining in the pet popularity stakes, but have specific needs and regulations you need to be aware of. Here's what you need to know about keeping them in residential areas.

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Would you keep a farm animal as a pet?
  • 21.1% I already do - it's easy if you do your research and have the right space
    21.1% Complete
  • 15.4% I'd like to, but there's too much red tape
    15.4% Complete
  • 40.5% It depends on the animal
    40.5% Complete
  • 0.9% I tried, but it didn't work out
    0.9% Complete
  • 22.1% I don't think farm animals make good pets
    22.1% Complete
1086 votes
2421 days ago

Should I sell or buy first?

Lodge Real Estate - City

If you’re looking to sell and buy a home at the same time, it pays to know and understand what tools are available to you upfront. Download our free guide for answers to common questions:

- Should I sell first or buy first?
- How can I afford to buy, if I'm still waiting to sell?
- Can … View more
If you’re looking to sell and buy a home at the same time, it pays to know and understand what tools are available to you upfront. Download our free guide for answers to common questions:

- Should I sell first or buy first?
- How can I afford to buy, if I'm still waiting to sell?
- Can I transfer our mortgage?
- What are important legal clauses to know?
- Am I looking in the right suburbs?

With this guide, you can march, rather than muddle, through the buying and selling process and get on with the business of enjoying your new home.
Check out our FREE guide!

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2422 days ago

We're going nuts over walnuts

Rachel Clare Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

In this week's issue of Get Growing we have top tips on tidying up storm damage, harvesting pumpkins and herbs, out-slithering slugs and snails and taking cuttings from roses. We have a cracking feature on walnuts and we reveal the 2018 Resene Shed of the Year winners.

Subscribe now and … View more
In this week's issue of Get Growing we have top tips on tidying up storm damage, harvesting pumpkins and herbs, out-slithering slugs and snails and taking cuttings from roses. We have a cracking feature on walnuts and we reveal the 2018 Resene Shed of the Year winners.

Subscribe now and you'll never miss another issue!

Get top tips on houseplant care and styling from gorgeous new book Leaf Supply, and enter our competition to win a copy, plus we also have other great prizes up for grabs!
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2423 days ago

Mind Lab Kids turned one!

MindLab Kids

We were so excited to see Mind Lab Kids turn one last week. It's been a fantastic year of home experiments, messy fun and video challenges. Help them celebrate by getting your 5-12 year old to take on an awesome STEM challenge over at MindLabKids.com. It's free! Find out more!

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