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Need some warm fuzzies?

Need some warm fuzzies?

Read the heart-warming neighbour stories here or even share about your Nice Neighbour.

1217 days ago

Always finding your neighbour’s cats in your garden?

Owner from Curtain Clean BOP Ltd

Even though we all love animals, we are not always fans of other people’s cats doing their business in our gardens. Luckily, there is a handy, and animal-friendly, trick for this!

Cats are wonderful and cute animals, of course, but they’re a bit less cute when they pee, poo and dig all over … View more
Even though we all love animals, we are not always fans of other people’s cats doing their business in our gardens. Luckily, there is a handy, and animal-friendly, trick for this!

Cats are wonderful and cute animals, of course, but they’re a bit less cute when they pee, poo and dig all over our garden. This can cause a lot of trouble for you and your garden, so you might be looking for some tips to help prevent this! Because we are animal lovers, we don’t like the idea of scaring off cats with chemicals or nasty methods that aren’t animal friendly. We believe keeping cats out of your garden can also be done in a natural way.

There are several ways to discourage cats from coming into your garden that are in no way harmful to the cat but do give the required result. For instance, cats don’t like certain scents, which means you can use those to keep them out.


After asking around for a bit, we found out that a lot of people have trouble with neighbourhood cats in their garden. Some people love seeing those cute animals wandering around their garden, but other people would rather chase them away immediately. Everybody has their own methods for this as well. The most common method seems to be trying to scare the cat by yelling and waving your arms. Others go outside with a glass of water to try to pour over the cat. Of course, these methods don’t have the desired result. Some people get so frustrated that they end up in the newspaper because they tried shooting at the cats! That’s not what we want, so we’ve got a few tips for you instead.


Cats don’t like the smells of vinegar and citrus peel.


So, you can keep cats out of your garden pretty easily by putting bowls of vinegar or citrus peel in various places around the garden (in particular those places the cat likes to visit). The cat will then definitely stay away from those places. Another thing cats hate is cayenne pepper. So, it may be worth scattering a generous amount of cayenne pepper in places the cats like to visit. Then again, this may cause the cat to start sneezing violently, which make us feel a bit sorry for it.

If you don’t have any of these products at home and don’t feel like going to the supermarket, you could also try using garlic, ground coffee or chili pepper. Did you know about these natural, cat-resistant tips? Share them with your friends!

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1216 days ago

Art Studio open today Sat, till 3pm

Jacki from Tauriko

Hi there pop in, say hi and view some inspiring art @ BackStudio art studio, Tauriko 105 Matakokiri drive, the Lakes.

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1217 days ago

Welcome sign

The Team from Resene ColorShop Tauranga

A vintage print can make a great welcome sign for your home entrance way by simply adding some hand painted letters in your choice of Resene colours!

Find out how to create your own.

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1217 days ago

furniture

Aileen & Lang from Matua

entertainment unit High 126cm width 117cm deep 38cm
excellent condition ph 07 576 5551 Tauranga

Price: $200

1217 days ago

Stars Whakatauki

The Team from Graeme Dingle Foundation Western Bay of Plenty

Our Stars programme is underpinned by this whakatauki (proverb):
Tukua kia tu takitahi nga whetu o te rangi
Let each star in the sky shine its own light

Stars ⭐ is a 12-month mentoring programme that supports, motivates and positively reinforces Year 9 students during their first year in … View more
Our Stars programme is underpinned by this whakatauki (proverb):
Tukua kia tu takitahi nga whetu o te rangi
Let each star in the sky shine its own light

Stars ⭐ is a 12-month mentoring programme that supports, motivates and positively reinforces Year 9 students during their first year in secondary school. To find out more, head to our website today!

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1217 days ago

Garage storage

Danielle from Te Puna

Garage storage no longer required, can be split for transport and install
Great condition
Dimensions 2200 w x 1800 h x 410 d
Pick up asap Minden Rd ,Te Puna near Bethlehem

Price: $200

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1217 days ago

Toastmasters New Zealand North District Conference

Toastmasters

Toastmasters New Zealand North hosted the highlight of the Toastmasters year, “UNMUTE Me,” the 2021 Toastmasters New Zealand District 112 Conference. The District Council elected Stephen Budai DTM as District Director effective 1 July 2021.

The four annual contests were also held during the… View more
Toastmasters New Zealand North hosted the highlight of the Toastmasters year, “UNMUTE Me,” the 2021 Toastmasters New Zealand District 112 Conference. The District Council elected Stephen Budai DTM as District Director effective 1 July 2021.

The four annual contests were also held during the conference. Bradley Thompson (Hamilton, Division P) was the winner of the International Speech Contest and will go on to represent Toastmasters New Zealand North in the International Region Quarter finals.

Winners of the international region semi-finals will take part in the World Championship of Public Speaking.
Find out more

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1222 days ago

Silber for sale

Michael from Papamoa Beach

Colect silver for sale. Price on request.
My Number 0226532827

1234 days ago

Kirby fixer

Lyn from Welcome Bay

Does anyone know of a local person that fixes Kirby vacuum cleaners?

1218 days ago

Confidence.

NumberWorks'nWords Tauranga

With a confident attitude, you can reach great heights.

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1218 days ago

yamaha electric organ

Jason from Bellevue

great condition
text me if interested 0276497394

Price: $75

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1219 days ago

Slide / Photo scanner wanted

Duncan from Matua

Wanting to try and source a slide scanner that will digitalised slides.??

1219 days ago

Small Group Food Tour Tauranga 30.06.21

Kim Scanlen from Hinterland Tours

Did you know we have an absolutely stunning Cidery in Tauranga? Brewing on site anywhere from 8 to 12 ciders a year they are all made from fruit that is locally sourced. With their restaurant opening in 2017 it is also a gorgeous spot to share a tasting with friends.

Our sister company - … View more
Did you know we have an absolutely stunning Cidery in Tauranga? Brewing on site anywhere from 8 to 12 ciders a year they are all made from fruit that is locally sourced. With their restaurant opening in 2017 it is also a gorgeous spot to share a tasting with friends.

Our sister company - Taste of Plenty will include the Cider Factorie in our standard 4 - 5 hour food tour on Wednesday 30 June 2021 departing Mount Maunganui at 10am. This is a small group tour hosted by our renowned and passionate local foodie Kathrin Chappell. For more information and bookings visit our website www.tasteofplenty.co.nz...

We look forward to showcasing some of Tauranga's artisan foodie establishments with you soon.

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1219 days ago

Avanti girls bike

Alison from Te Puna

Great girls bike -suit about a 8-12 year old. viewings welcome. phone ot text 022 452 2997

Price: $130

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1219 days ago

PLANT SALE at Quarry Park - Sunday 13 June

Elly from Te Puna

Our next PLANT SALE is this Sunday (13th) at Te Puna Quarry Park.
Time 10 am – 1 pm, rain or shine. If really wet we are in the Gallery
(the pavilion left of the entrance).

Plants, shrubs, seeds, bulbs, garden tools and some knick-knacks.

Please bring cash. Proceeds are for maintenance and … View more
Our next PLANT SALE is this Sunday (13th) at Te Puna Quarry Park.
Time 10 am – 1 pm, rain or shine. If really wet we are in the Gallery
(the pavilion left of the entrance).

Plants, shrubs, seeds, bulbs, garden tools and some knick-knacks.

Please bring cash. Proceeds are for maintenance and new additions.

We greatly appreciate your DONATION OF PLANTS or plant material.
Either place your item at the back of ‘the Gallery’, or bring it on the day.

Contact: Ruthdainty@gmail.com or 07-548 0338 or 021-254 3392

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