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2584 days ago

New fruit trees for Laughton Street

Darren Petry from Taupō District Council

​Ask little Lily O'Sullivan why she enjoys planting trees between her kindergarten and the adjoining reserve and her answer is typical of a four-year-old – she likes to get her hands dirty!

But there was more to the experience than that, of course, and Lily is also looking forward to … View more
​Ask little Lily O'Sullivan why she enjoys planting trees between her kindergarten and the adjoining reserve and her answer is typical of a four-year-old – she likes to get her hands dirty!

But there was more to the experience than that, of course, and Lily is also looking forward to the fruit the trees will bear in the next few years.

Children from Central Kids Kindergarten Laughton helped our staff plant 12 fruit trees in Laughton Street Reserve last month including orange, mandarin, lemon, guava and feijoa trees.

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2586 days ago

Home is where the heart is

Heartland Bank

At Heartland Bank, we share Neighbourly’s commitment to Kiwi communities and we’re proud to offer seniors the opportunity to stay in the home they love.

A house is more than bricks and mortar and a community is more than a boundary on a map; both are full of memories and comfortable … View more
At Heartland Bank, we share Neighbourly’s commitment to Kiwi communities and we’re proud to offer seniors the opportunity to stay in the home they love.

A house is more than bricks and mortar and a community is more than a boundary on a map; both are full of memories and comfortable connectedness. If your parent is having a tough time making ends meet, but don’t want to sell their home to fund the things they need or want, consider talking to them about releasing some equity in their home with a Heartland Reverse Mortgage.
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2586 days ago

Artworks bring paradise to Taupo Museum

Darren Petry from Taupō District Council

Five artists will showcase work celebrating connections and the natural beauty of the world around us at a new Taupo Museum exhibition.

The exhibition, Playing in Paradise, has been coordinated by artist Jane Penton. She said the two and three-dimensional works had been created using fabric, … View more
Five artists will showcase work celebrating connections and the natural beauty of the world around us at a new Taupo Museum exhibition.

The exhibition, Playing in Paradise, has been coordinated by artist Jane Penton. She said the two and three-dimensional works had been created using fabric, fibre and found objects. Along with five collaborators, she has created hand-made pieces including sculpture, collage and even a DVD.

Ms Penton said there was also a storytelling element to the exhibition, which came through the choice of materials used and personal significance to the artists using them.

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2587 days ago

360-degree views of Taranaki's best gardens

Reporter Taranaki Daily News

Taranaki's top gardeners are opening their gates to the public for the Garden Spectacular - New Zealand's Premier Garden & Events Festival. We take you inside five of the best gardens. Enjoy stunning 360-degree views with our cutting-edge technology. Check it out! Watch 360 Spectacular

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2588 days ago

Find your potential - Study a Bachelor of Arts

Massey University

Acquire new and adaptable skills. With a Bachelor of Arts, you’ll be ready to take on the changing world. Our courses have been designed to give you the skills employers are looking for – critical thinking, communication and problem solving nous. With 26 majors on offer you can study what … View moreAcquire new and adaptable skills. With a Bachelor of Arts, you’ll be ready to take on the changing world. Our courses have been designed to give you the skills employers are looking for – critical thinking, communication and problem solving nous. With 26 majors on offer you can study what you’re passionate about, while gaining valuable knowledge that will serve you now and in the future. Apply now for 2018

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2589 days ago

Halloween Tips from the Neighbourly Team

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Whether you're hitting the street to trick or treat, or staying inside with the the candy bowl by your side - here's some Neighbourly Halloween tips to ensure that this Tuesday is a fun and safe experience for you and your neighbours!

1. Set up a Halloween Group for your street! Plan … View more
Whether you're hitting the street to trick or treat, or staying inside with the the candy bowl by your side - here's some Neighbourly Halloween tips to ensure that this Tuesday is a fun and safe experience for you and your neighbours!

1. Set up a Halloween Group for your street! Plan your Halloween evening with your neighbours to see what time everyone is taking the kids out. You could even co-ordinate matching costumes!

2. Download one of our SPOOKY Neighbourly Halloween posters to stick on your house or letterbox for if:
- You welcome all trick or treaters
- You want trick or treaters to stay away

3. Stay in areas of your neighbourhood that are familiar and are well lit. And although Halloween is supposed to be spooky, be careful not to frighten your elderly neighbours by popping out of the dark!

Stay safe and have fun!

- The Neighbourly Team

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2591 days ago

Announcing Resene Colour your Community! *WIN*

Resene

Neighbourly and Resene are challenging you to Colour your Community! This is a chance to make a positive difference in your neighbourhood by transforming an area that needs a splash of paint. There's six prizes of up to $1000 worth of Resene paints, wood stains and accessories up for grabs!

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Neighbourly and Resene are challenging you to Colour your Community! This is a chance to make a positive difference in your neighbourhood by transforming an area that needs a splash of paint. There's six prizes of up to $1000 worth of Resene paints, wood stains and accessories up for grabs!

Whether it's a new mural for your community hall, a graffiti clean up or a local playground paint job, Colour Your Community lets you paint the town red (or green or blue). Apply now on behalf of your organisation, business, or for your own community project.
Apply for paint!

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2591 days ago

Halloween Survey results revealed!

SuperValue Paetiki

Halloween is creeping up! Our recent Halloween Survey has revealed what New Zealanders REALLY think of Halloween. Did you know that only 1 in 10 households give out healthy snacks to trick or treaters, or that our favourite thing to dress up as is a ‘witch’?

We found out that some … View more
Halloween is creeping up! Our recent Halloween Survey has revealed what New Zealanders REALLY think of Halloween. Did you know that only 1 in 10 households give out healthy snacks to trick or treaters, or that our favourite thing to dress up as is a ‘witch’?

We found out that some participants have some pretty wacky costume ideas like; ‘Donald Trump', ‘an inflatable flamingo’ a ‘popcorn vendor’ and ‘grumpy grannies’. Comment below with what you'll be dressing up as this year!
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2592 days ago

Drone app a useful tool in aircraft safety

Darren Petry from Taupō District Council

The popularity of drones in the Taupo District has led to the Taupo Airport Authority developing a mobile app to assist drone users when operating within four kilometres of an aerodrome.

Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) rules state drone operators wanting to fly higher than the height of a … View more
The popularity of drones in the Taupo District has led to the Taupo Airport Authority developing a mobile app to assist drone users when operating within four kilometres of an aerodrome.

Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) rules state drone operators wanting to fly higher than the height of a structure or tree must have a valid pilot's qualification or be under the supervision of someone who does. Other restrictions mean drones cannot be operated within four kilometres of an aerodrome unless certain conditions are met, such as gaining permission from the aerodrome operator.

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2593 days ago

Have you voted for the GARDENA Gardener of the Year from your neighbourhood?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Rebekah Manley-Campbell and Samantha Claire are the dynamic duo/finalist in our GARDENA Gardener of the Year award. What would they do with all the cool gardening gear if they get the most votes? "We will be delighted to use them at the Bright Smile Community Garden to continue to improve and … View moreRebekah Manley-Campbell and Samantha Claire are the dynamic duo/finalist in our GARDENA Gardener of the Year award. What would they do with all the cool gardening gear if they get the most votes? "We will be delighted to use them at the Bright Smile Community Garden to continue to improve and expand the work we do there. Samantha is also part of a group creating a second Community Garden in Thames which at this stage has no physical resources, eg tools and equipment, so we may be able to use some of the prizes there."

Read more about Rebekah and Samantha as well as the other finalists, and vote!

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2593 days ago

360 Spectacular - a virtual tour of gardening heaven

Reporter Taranaki Daily News

Taranaki has long been known as the Garden of New Zealand. As the region's top gardeners open their gates to the public this month, we take you inside five of the best. Through the use of cutting-edge technology, we let you enjoy stunning 360-degree views from the comfort of your home.

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Taranaki has long been known as the Garden of New Zealand. As the region's top gardeners open their gates to the public this month, we take you inside five of the best. Through the use of cutting-edge technology, we let you enjoy stunning 360-degree views from the comfort of your home.

I'm Ryan Evans, regional editor of Fairfax Taranaki, and I invite you to check out our 360 Garden Spectacular! We've sent our team out to tour these wonderful gardens. We'd love for you to enjoy this top quality modern journalism, and take in the beauty of Taranaki's gardens at their lovely spring best.
Watch 360 Spectacular

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