Greerton - Parkvale, Tauranga

2645 days ago

Stray dogs in the Te Puna area

Communications from Western Bay of Plenty District Council

We are urgently wanting help to track down several dogs that have been travelling in a pack in the Snodgrass Road, Te Puna area during the past days. Please call Council 0800 926 732 if you spot one or more stray dogs in the following areas: Snodgrass, Newnham, Borell, Armstrong, Wallace roads. … View moreWe are urgently wanting help to track down several dogs that have been travelling in a pack in the Snodgrass Road, Te Puna area during the past days. Please call Council 0800 926 732 if you spot one or more stray dogs in the following areas: Snodgrass, Newnham, Borell, Armstrong, Wallace roads. They have been causing a nuisance and killing chickens.

Thanks – we would really appreciate your help!

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2645 days ago

Needle found in strawberry bought from Tauranga supermarket

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

A needle has been found in a strawberry bought from a Tauranga supermarket.

Foodstuffs NZ spokeswoman Antoinette Laird said the company was aware of an issue with a pin or needle being found in a punnet of strawberries bought at one of its Pak'nSave Tauranga stores.

"The remaining … View more
A needle has been found in a strawberry bought from a Tauranga supermarket.

Foodstuffs NZ spokeswoman Antoinette Laird said the company was aware of an issue with a pin or needle being found in a punnet of strawberries bought at one of its Pak'nSave Tauranga stores.

"The remaining product has since been removed from the store's shelves," Laird said. Read more

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2645 days ago

Are you catching a Christmas flight?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

Are you planning of flying with Air New Zealand in the lead up towards Christmas? Some Air NZ staff are planning to strike four days out from Christmas – on the airline's busiest travel day of the year. To read more, click here.

Christmas is a hectic time of year in general … View more
Hi neighbours,

Are you planning of flying with Air New Zealand in the lead up towards Christmas? Some Air NZ staff are planning to strike four days out from Christmas – on the airline's busiest travel day of the year. To read more, click here.

Christmas is a hectic time of year in general for some families. Close to 42,000 customers booked to travel domestically and internationally on that date now face potential flight cancellations, the airline has said. Keep an eye on the story link above and we'll keep this post updated as more information comes out.

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2649 days ago

Mud Dog Run

Communications from Tauranga City Council

Join us at our very first Mud Dog Run on Sunday, 20 January 2019 at TECT All Terrain Park.

There will be two mud runs – a short course (11am start) and a long course (1pm start). You need to complete a registration form and pay the registration fee to take part in one or both courses. Please be… View more
Join us at our very first Mud Dog Run on Sunday, 20 January 2019 at TECT All Terrain Park.

There will be two mud runs – a short course (11am start) and a long course (1pm start). You need to complete a registration form and pay the registration fee to take part in one or both courses. Please be aware that numbers are limited, so get in quick.

Early bird tickets (only $20) are on sale until 22 December. Register now!

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2646 days ago

FUCHSIAS FOR SALE

Erin from Pyes Pa

Hi Neighbour
On Fri-Sat-Sun 1-4pm I have a large selection of beautiful fuchsias for sale. Small, medium and large grade bush including standards. Priced from $5.00. 59 Inverness Drive PyesPa or tel.5435435.

Negotiable

2646 days ago

Looking to adopt a dog?

Communications from Western Bay of Plenty District Council

We have three beautiful, fun-loving pups who are looking to be adopted into a forever home - Lexie (approx 6 months), Buck and Toby (both approx 4 months). If you are interested in adopting please contact our friendly Animals Services Team on 0800 926 732 or visit the link below.

2655 days ago

Share your thoughts on Motiti Island

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

Motiti Island is taking on the Crown, the fishing industry and big iwi. And it’s a place like no other. Check out interactives.stuff.co.nz.... - a story where our senior journalist Andrea Vance looks at what makes Motiti Island tick.

Have you been there? What were your thoughts? … View more
Hi neighbours,

Motiti Island is taking on the Crown, the fishing industry and big iwi. And it’s a place like no other. Check out interactives.stuff.co.nz.... - a story where our senior journalist Andrea Vance looks at what makes Motiti Island tick.

Have you been there? What were your thoughts? Share your views with us in the replies below! (Please add "NFP/not for print" if you do not want your images/ comments used on Stuff)

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2648 days ago

Nominate your neighbourhood's Santa - comment below!

Reporter Sunday Star Times

We are on the hunt for New Zealand's most original, even legendary, Santas - can you help?? This will be someone that embodies the big guy with the white beard year round and who people in your neighbourhood often refer to as Santa.

Obviously, this person will also be the one that is called … View more
We are on the hunt for New Zealand's most original, even legendary, Santas - can you help?? This will be someone that embodies the big guy with the white beard year round and who people in your neighbourhood often refer to as Santa.

Obviously, this person will also be the one that is called upon each year to don the red suit to go out and about posing for photos, handing out presents and just be an all-around nice charitable person.

If you know of someone, please leave us a comment with your details and how we can get in touch with your local Santa. COMMENT BELOW!

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2647 days ago

Garage Sale - 1A Roderick St, Otumoetai/Pillans - Saturday 8th December 8am

Karen from Otumoetai

All has to go & all good condition - Toys, Games, Home Decor, Clothing, Kitchen, Art, Linen, Accessories, Christmas Decorations.....

Negotiable

2647 days ago

*WIN* a Christmas book pack!

Simon & Schuster

Click LIKE or THANK to go into a draw to win a pack of five best-selling books!

The pack includes Cassandra Clare’s brand new blockbuster, Queen of Air and Darkness, the epic finale to The Dark Artifices series; the ever-popular Kate Furnivall returns with her deeply moving The Survivors; … View more
Click LIKE or THANK to go into a draw to win a pack of five best-selling books!

The pack includes Cassandra Clare’s brand new blockbuster, Queen of Air and Darkness, the epic finale to The Dark Artifices series; the ever-popular Kate Furnivall returns with her deeply moving The Survivors; In Pieces is actress Sally Field’s haunting and powerful memoir; Fear is the inside story of President Trump, as only Bob Woodward can tell it; and finally, take a peek into Reese Witherspoon’s world with the beautiful Whiskey in a Teacup.

Simply click LIKE or THANK to enter! Goodluck!

T&Cs apply.
See more books!

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2648 days ago

Hyundai Getz Gl 2005

Jacques from Hairini

The perfect city run around. Trusty and reliable vehicle is surplus to requirements.
www.trademe.co.nz...

Price: $3,450

2648 days ago

The SuperSeniors newsletter is out now!

Office for Seniors

Hi Neighbours!

The December edition of the SuperSenior newsletter is out now! It's filled with all the latest news and Super Gold Card offers

In this issue we talk about the changes to GP fees. If you have a Community Services Card you may be entitled to cheaper doctor visits.

Need some … View more
Hi Neighbours!

The December edition of the SuperSenior newsletter is out now! It's filled with all the latest news and Super Gold Card offers

In this issue we talk about the changes to GP fees. If you have a Community Services Card you may be entitled to cheaper doctor visits.

Need some motivation in the kitchen? Try our delicious Mexican Salsa Salad from the NZ Nutrition Foundation.

To subscribe, follow this link: bit.ly...

To view the current edition go to superseniors.msd.govt.nz...

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2648 days ago

Singing and Dancing for Joy -Year 2018 finale

Ewa Fenn from Multicultural Tauranga (Tauranga Regional Multicultural Council)

Last for this year evening in the Living in Harmony series - this time lots of performers from various countries dancing, singing and playing instruments. Expect a visit from Santa with lollies for children and the usual potluck dinner. Donations appreciated.
Venue- Village Hall, Historic Village … View more
Last for this year evening in the Living in Harmony series - this time lots of performers from various countries dancing, singing and playing instruments. Expect a visit from Santa with lollies for children and the usual potluck dinner. Donations appreciated.
Venue- Village Hall, Historic Village at 17th avenue, Tauranga
Date -11th December at 6.30pm
Entry - all welcome with a plate of of to share and a donation to run our services

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2648 days ago

2019 Rob McGregor's Art Calendars

Rob from Mount Maunganui

I have 30 of these calendars for sale; good for quick & easy gifts or if you wish to frame some. There are 13 of my pieces. Calendars are large so good for appointments: 370X575mm when open. $5 postage within NZ.

Price: $30

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2648 days ago

Is your computer driving you mad?

Kevin from Athena Solutions & Services Ltd

Hello everyone, well the festive season is fast approaching and now is the time to think about getting you're PC or laptop checked for any unwanted or nasty bugs it may have picked up during the last 12 months.

• I’m currently offering a PC clean-up and virus check for $50, just get in … View more
Hello everyone, well the festive season is fast approaching and now is the time to think about getting you're PC or laptop checked for any unwanted or nasty bugs it may have picked up during the last 12 months.

• I’m currently offering a PC clean-up and virus check for $50, just get in touch and mention Neighbourly to take advantage of this.

• I am also still able to offer special rates on my video conversion service for VHS videos, Video 8 video and audio cassettes as well as 35mm slides to a digital format either DVD or USB, so you can enjoy them again.

And don't forget if you have any other general computer, Wi-Fi or technology related issues, website problems or email issues just give me a shout and I can sort them out for you quickly.

Friendly, affordable services, no job too small just give me a call!

Cheers Kevin
0223521402
kevin@athenasolutions.co.nz

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