Brookfield, Tauranga

Want to get to know your neighbours?

Want to get to know your neighbours?

Check out our Know Thy Neighbour page here.

627 days ago

Save at your local Resene ColorShop!

Resene National Head Office

Bring out the best in your home.

Get 20% off Resene premium paints, stains, wallpapers and accessories, on now at Resene ColorShops!

Come in and visit your local Resene ColorShop for expert advice and great savings!
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627 days ago

Happy Women's Day

Beds4U Tauranga

Good sleep is essential for our physical, mental, and emotional well-being. An average adult needs seven to nine hours of sleep each night. Unfortunately, fewer than two-thirds of women actually get that much sleep each night. Take care of your health and your wellbeing by getting a restful … View moreGood sleep is essential for our physical, mental, and emotional well-being. An average adult needs seven to nine hours of sleep each night. Unfortunately, fewer than two-thirds of women actually get that much sleep each night. Take care of your health and your wellbeing by getting a restful night's sleep.
You do so much, take a break for yourself.

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627 days ago

Kiwi Can 💚⭐

The Team from Graeme Dingle Foundation Western Bay of Plenty

Kiwi Can is our primary school programme which focuses on teaching tamariki values such as respect, integrity, positive relationships and resilience. We love seeing what our tamariki think of the programme, find out more through the link below!

627 days ago

Applications closing soon!

Bob Owens Retirement Village

Since 1999, our residents and team members have raised more than $5.1 million for charities across New Zealand and Australia.

Supporting fellow pioneers isn’t new. It’s in our DNA. Learn more about becoming our charity partner for 2022/23.

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627 days ago

Are you ready to hire a Virtual Assistant?

Amanda from Matua

We know that hiring a VA is a big step. As a creative entrepreneur there are probably a lot of questions you are asking yourself - will our personalities work together, are their values aligned to mine, and of course, the biggie, do they have the skills I need to help ME in my business? Because CC… View moreWe know that hiring a VA is a big step. As a creative entrepreneur there are probably a lot of questions you are asking yourself - will our personalities work together, are their values aligned to mine, and of course, the biggie, do they have the skills I need to help ME in my business? Because CC my VA understands your concerns we offer a "Get to know service package".
You can use your package to test the skills you want - and get to know whether, and where, we fit into your business!
For more information email -ccmyvirtualassistant@gmail.com

#virtualassistantlife #vaservices #momsinbusiness #womenempoweringwomen #smallbusinesssupport #focusonyoursphereofgenius #techva #team #teamwork #herestothecreatives

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628 days ago

Stop Your Curtains Getting Damp and Mouldy

Owner from Curtain Clean BOP Ltd

It’s time to bid farewell to summer for another year and start facing the reality that soon it’s going to be cold and damp for a while. As we enter those colder months and condensation appears on the windows, we thought it was a good time to share some tips on preventing mould and mildew … View moreIt’s time to bid farewell to summer for another year and start facing the reality that soon it’s going to be cold and damp for a while. As we enter those colder months and condensation appears on the windows, we thought it was a good time to share some tips on preventing mould and mildew growing on your curtains.

What makes mould and mildew grow?
Interestingly, it’s not directly the condensation on your windows that causes mould and mildew because most curtains don’t come into contact with it. Mould and mildew grow when there’s moisture and warmth in the home, which condensation does contribute to.

Just like everything absorbent in your home, as temperatures go up the moisture in the air evaporates and is absorbed into the fabric. As they cool, the moisture changes back from its gaseous state to being closer to its liquid form. In absorbing this moisture they also take in any bacteria it holds. Repeated over time, this is what causes the nasty growths.

The difference between mould and mildew
Mould is a broad term that encompasses multiple identical nuclei and can grow beneath and penetrate the surface of affected material. Mildew is a type of mould that grows on the surface and can therefore be much more easily treated/removed. When it’s live, moulds are orangey or reddish in colour. The black patches we see are actually the hibernating mould spores waiting for the sun to warm them up and bring them back to life.

Where does all this moisture come from?
We live in a pretty humid climate in New Zealand at the best of times; in some areas it’s even greater. But it’s not all weather related. Cooking, showering, drying clothes, unflued gas heaters and simply breathing and existing all produce moisture content within our homes.

Preventing moisture build up and/or drying out your home
• Install a home ventilation system of some kind.
• Crack the windows a little during the day to allow a bit of cool air to flow through your home. North facing windows are best.
• Get a dehumidifier. Emptying this once a day (or more!) will really open your eyes to how much moisture is in your home. Remember the science though, you need to warm the air (and thus the moisture in it) before the dehumidifier can suck it in and remove it.
• Pop a DampRid moisture absorber container on the windowsill behind the curtains.
• Install a ShowerDome and extractor fan in the bathroom.
• Make sure your clothes dryer is vented to the outside.
• Install a rangehood in the kitchen and use lids on pots and pans.
• Change the curtain rail brackets to 80 or 100mm so the curtains are further from the walls and the windows allowing for more air circulation. Bear in mind however, this will likely lower their thermal insulating capabilities.
• Invest in double-glazing. Although this does not prevent mildew it can work to slow the onset.
• Minimise what mould growth feeds on. Clean soft furnishings regularly, clean windows and wipe down window surrounds with warm soapy water.
• Check plumbing for leaks.
• Maintaining an even inside temperature throughout the house helps stop moist air from condensing.
• Insulate well. Start with the ceilings and under floor as a priority, then the walls.
• Close curtains/blinds as soon as the sun goes down.

Don’t worry if it’s too late - Curtain Clean can treat and remove mould and mildew from your curtains. Call us on 0800 579 0501 or visit curtainclean.co.nz to find out more.

628 days ago

World Maths Day

NumberWorks'nWords Tauranga

Whether the actual crunching of numbers sounds exciting or scary, celebrating World Maths Day can be oodles and oodles of fun! Maths is believed by many people to be one of the hardest subjects to achieve in because of its strictness in needing correct answers, its abstract concepts, and the … View moreWhether the actual crunching of numbers sounds exciting or scary, celebrating World Maths Day can be oodles and oodles of fun! Maths is believed by many people to be one of the hardest subjects to achieve in because of its strictness in needing correct answers, its abstract concepts, and the overall stress involved in succeeding. But don’t let that be intimidating!

World Maths Day is a chance to test your skills, practice maths, and get involved in a worldwide event that celebrates the history of maths to improve the lives of students, parents, and teachers everywhere.

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628 days ago

Newsable… Worth Talking About.

Newsable

Join Emile Donovan and Imogen Wells for your daily dose of exclusives, analysis and fresh perspectives on news.

The podcast drops each weekday from 6am on newsable.co.nz or listen on Apple, Spotify or wherever you get your pods.
Listen now

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628 days ago

Upcoming Seniors & Travel Expo

Kevin from Athena Solutions & Services Ltd

Come see me at the Seniors & Travel Expo at Baypark on the 18-19 March this year.

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629 days ago

Custom made textured planter boxes designed and manufactured in New Zealand.

Phillip Martin from Coatings Plus Limited

Custom made textured planter boxes designed and manufactured in New Zealand.

These planter boxes can be made to suit the texture style and colour of your existing textured home and can be made to almost any size or shape. They are made from lightweight quality materials so they can be moved … View more
Custom made textured planter boxes designed and manufactured in New Zealand.

These planter boxes can be made to suit the texture style and colour of your existing textured home and can be made to almost any size or shape. They are made from lightweight quality materials so they can be moved easily if required, come with drainage holes and are waterproof inside and out. Castor wheels can be added to make moving them easier. Prices vary depending on the size of the planter required. Photos are examples of previously made planters in different shapes and sizes. Pick up location Mt Maunganui. Delivery available at extra cost. For a free quote or more information please email office@coatingsplus.co.nz

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629 days ago

Motorhome Storage Available

Diane from Mount Maunganui

Long term secure, supervised storage available $100 per month.
Rear vacant section May St Mt Maunganui

Negotiable

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629 days ago

Nissan & Toyota Keys found

Gerold from Matua

These keys were found by a friend on the Lever's Road corner near Beach Road. She has left them with Cherrywood 4Square

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629 days ago

Got a business that makes your day?

Prospa

It's time to make their day in return! There's been hundreds of incredible nominations in this year's Prospa Local Business Hero Awards already - but have we got yours?

Give your favourite local business owner the recognition they deserve by nominating them in the … View more
It's time to make their day in return! There's been hundreds of incredible nominations in this year's Prospa Local Business Hero Awards already - but have we got yours?

Give your favourite local business owner the recognition they deserve by nominating them in the 2023 Prospa Local Business Hero Awards including a incredible package worth $10,000. Just share a few words about why they make your community a better place to live.

Your favourite local will thank you!
Nominate now

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636 days ago

Worker wanted

Catherine from Mount Maunganui

Anyone out there want a few extra hours for a couple of months? 9.30am starts. Get back to me if you are interested. I can't wait to hear from you.

629 days ago

Our Programmes

The Team from Graeme Dingle Foundation Western Bay of Plenty

Since 1995, we have reached over 350,000 young people through our programmes and currently work with over 26,000 tamariki and rangatahi across the country.

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