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It is beginning to look a lot like Christmas!

It is beginning to look a lot like Christmas!

Do you have any festive tips your community needs to know about? Post them here!

58 days ago

Boost Skills with ServiceIQ Training

ServiceIQ

Want to grow your career or upskill your team? ServiceIQ is here to help Kiwis succeed in the service industries including retail, hospitality, tourism, aviation, and more.

We provide practical workplace training, online short courses, and nationally recognised qualifications designed to fit … View more
Want to grow your career or upskill your team? ServiceIQ is here to help Kiwis succeed in the service industries including retail, hospitality, tourism, aviation, and more.

We provide practical workplace training, online short courses, and nationally recognised qualifications designed to fit around real work. Whether you’re an employer building a capable team or someone starting, our flexible options make it easy to gain the skills and confidence to thrive.

Partner with a trusted industry training organisation that understands what today’s service sector needs.
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Learn more

79 days ago

Share your favourite raspberry recipe and win a copy of our mag!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Love raspberries? We will give away free copies of the December 2025 issue to readers whose raspberry recipes are used in our magazine. To be in the running, make sure you email your family's favourite way enjoy raspberry (dessert, salad, jam main?!): mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, by October 24, … View moreLove raspberries? We will give away free copies of the December 2025 issue to readers whose raspberry recipes are used in our magazine. To be in the running, make sure you email your family's favourite way enjoy raspberry (dessert, salad, jam main?!): mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, by October 24, 2025.

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59 days ago

Homicide investigation launched: Te Puke

The Team from Bay of Plenty & Taupo Police

A homicide investigation has been launched after the death of a man who was critically injured in Te Puke on Saturday.

At around 10.30am, Police received a report of a person having been admitted to hospital with a critical gunshot wound. Today, despite best efforts by medical experts, the man … View more
A homicide investigation has been launched after the death of a man who was critically injured in Te Puke on Saturday.

At around 10.30am, Police received a report of a person having been admitted to hospital with a critical gunshot wound. Today, despite best efforts by medical experts, the man died this morning.

Police are now working to establish the full circumstances of what has occurred, and to locate those involved.

A scene examination is taking place in the Maneoka area, and nearby residents can expect to see an ongoing Police presence in the coming days.

Police would like to hear from anyone who may have CCTV or dashcam footage in the Maneoka area on Saturday 25 October between 10am and 11am.
We would also like to speak with anyone who may have information that can assist in our investigation.

If you can assist in our enquiries, please contact Police online through 105.police.govt.nz, clicking "Update Report" or by calling 105.
Please use the reference number 251025/0395.
Information can also be provided anonymously through Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.

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59 days ago

Girl’s jean

Carl from Judea

Brand new, price is for each

Price: $30

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59 days ago

3 stainless steel basins

Carl from Judea

Good quality though some paint loss.

Price: $30

59 days ago

Tauranga Harbour City Lions Book Fair

Helen from Matua

Put the date in your diary. 2 weeks to go!

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59 days ago

Carpet layer

Victor from Matua

I have a single garage I want some one to
Put underly and carpet down which I have.
Thanks
I’m in Matua

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59 days ago

Bird bath base, bird bath, and broken pot

Barbara from Pyes Pa

1 broken pot (suit mosaic?) and 1 bird bath base. 0210 664 664

Free

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60 days ago

Plants for sale

Drew from Maungatapu

Plant stall roadside :263 maungatapu road 🌵

Assorted plants succulents ,strawberry plants more to come soon.

from $1.00 to $5.00 prices as marked

❇️🌷🌸🌹🌺🌻🌼🪻

60 days ago

Three seater sofa with pullout bed

Pam from Mount Maunganui

This pulls out to a large bed, had little use as a bed tho.
Other matching pieces available if needed

Price: $350

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60 days ago

What if the secret to better sleep isn’t a new pillow… but your playlist?

Beds4U - Tauranga

Hey Neighbours!

If counting sheep just isn’t cutting it, maybe it’s time to let music do the magic. Calming tunes can slow your breathing, melt away stress, and gently guide your mind into dreamland.

Try winding down tonight with some soft classical, ambient, or instrumental tunes — … View more
Hey Neighbours!

If counting sheep just isn’t cutting it, maybe it’s time to let music do the magic. Calming tunes can slow your breathing, melt away stress, and gently guide your mind into dreamland.

Try winding down tonight with some soft classical, ambient, or instrumental tunes — you might just snooze faster than you think! And of course, a cozy bed makes it even better.

Curious how music truly affects your sleep?
beds4u.co.nz...

Sleep well, Neighbours!

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61 days ago

caterpillars available (for free of course)

Elly from Papamoa Beach

About 50 monarch caterpillars in my garden need a new home. They stripped all my swan plants and don't feed on anything else than swan plants. If you want caterpillars and have enough food for them, please text me on: 027 371 8720. I may be able to drop them off, depending on where you are. … View moreAbout 50 monarch caterpillars in my garden need a new home. They stripped all my swan plants and don't feed on anything else than swan plants. If you want caterpillars and have enough food for them, please text me on: 027 371 8720. I may be able to drop them off, depending on where you are. Thanks. Elly

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61 days ago

Tauranga Harbour City Lions Club

Helen from Matua

Save the date for our biggest ever book fair. Our rooms will be overflowing with fiction, non-fictional and children’s books. Jigsaw enthusiasts, we have hundreds. The tables will be replenished as they empty out during the weekend.

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61 days ago

Find Your Calm: Crafting Wooden Balance Rocks with Resene Stains

The Team from Resene ColorShop Tauranga

When the odds seem stacked against you, this mindful craft project is a way to find peace. Create your own balance rocks using wood and Resene Waterborne Woodsman testpots. Find out how to make and stain your own wooden balancing rocks with these easy step by step instructions.

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62 days ago

Vacuum cleaner

Philip from Maungatapu

The brand is Sebo, the cord doesn't retract anymore but it sucks well. Reason we are getting rid of it is because we have 3 cleaners and are downsizing. Price $20.00

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