Maungatapu, Tauranga

Introduce yourself, neighbour!

Introduce yourself, neighbour!

Head to our Know Thy Neighbour page.

1174 days ago

Playing up plywood

The Team from Resene ColorShop Tauranga

With a few Resene testpots, simple shapes can become fun kid-friendly accessories.

Find out how to create your own.

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1175 days ago

Gardening live chat on now!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Hello neighbours,

It’s coming up to spring, and with everyone stuck at home in Covid lockdown, what better time to get the garden in order? NZ Gardener editor Jo McCarroll and Jack Hobbs, manager of the Auckland Botanic Gardens, are live on Stuff now to answer all your gardening questions.

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1176 days ago

Last week to nominate!

The Team from New Zealander of the Year Award | Ngā Tohu Pou Kōhure o Aotearoa

We're in the last week of nominations for the 2022 Kiwibank New Zealander of the Year Awards. So come on, Bay of Plenty – who’s your New Zealander of the Year?

Tell us with a nomination! Nominations close 31 August.

Get in quick – www.nzawards.org.nz...

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1175 days ago

Cancer doesn't stop, we won't either.

Cancer Society

COVID-19 has taken away our Daffodil Day Street Appeal.

The demand on our cancer services goes up during lockdown. And that's why we need you now more than ever. $24 helps to provide transport to and from cancer treatment.

Donate now to support the Cancer Society's vital services … View more
COVID-19 has taken away our Daffodil Day Street Appeal.

The demand on our cancer services goes up during lockdown. And that's why we need you now more than ever. $24 helps to provide transport to and from cancer treatment.

Donate now to support the Cancer Society's vital services to support New Zealanders going through cancer.
Learn more

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1176 days ago

Humanities degree shapes fresh approach

Te Wānanga o Aotearoa

Bachelor of Humanities

Meet Derek Ereatara who shares his journey with Awanuiārangi. The Bachelor of Humanities programme marked a turning point in Derek’s life.

“The content – indigenous studies, policy and business – fit right in with what I wanted. I knew it would help me … View more
Bachelor of Humanities

Meet Derek Ereatara who shares his journey with Awanuiārangi. The Bachelor of Humanities programme marked a turning point in Derek’s life.

“The content – indigenous studies, policy and business – fit right in with what I wanted. I knew it would help me personally and in my work with whānau in the health sector. “It helped me to think differently, that opens up your world view.” he says.

Looking at everything with fresh eyes “shifted, enhanced and reinforced” his focus, particularly in working with rangatahi who need one-to-one support.

Awanuiārangi was like a second home, and still is. You just feel welcome.
Find out more

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1177 days ago

Help your local small business - and get $10!

David Downs from SOS Business

If you are missing your morning coffee, your cafe lunch or even your haircut - jump on www.sosbusiness.nz... and help a local small business out with cashflow - they get the money now and you get a voucher for later.
If you buy a $50 voucher, we will give you another $10 one (while stocks last).
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If you are missing your morning coffee, your cafe lunch or even your haircut - jump on www.sosbusiness.nz... and help a local small business out with cashflow - they get the money now and you get a voucher for later.
If you buy a $50 voucher, we will give you another $10 one (while stocks last).
SOS Business - A not-for-profit helping NZ small businesses during a tough time. All the money (less credit card fees) gets paid to the businesses.

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1181 days ago

Friday puzzle

NumberWorks'nWords Tauranga

Here is a weekend puzzle for those of you who enjoyed the last one. Answer to follow on Monday.

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1181 days ago

Repairs and Alterations

Owner from Curtain Clean BOP Ltd

At Curtain Clean we take care of all types of repairs!
- Repair undone hems
- Repair rips and broken bartacks
- Repair ripped sides of curtains
- Shortening of curtains


If you have curtain problems we can probably fix them! Call us on 0800 579 0501 if you have something you would like to … View more
At Curtain Clean we take care of all types of repairs!
- Repair undone hems
- Repair rips and broken bartacks
- Repair ripped sides of curtains
- Shortening of curtains


If you have curtain problems we can probably fix them! Call us on 0800 579 0501 if you have something you would like to discuss with us, or click the link to contact us by email.

1177 days ago

Tamariki Talks - Fun Challenges

The Team from Graeme Dingle Foundation Western Bay of Plenty

Looking for a new challenge to kick start Rārua? 😃

It's time to pull out the colouring pens, pencils and get the whānau involved as we have an awesome Drawing Challenge for you! ✏️

Click on the link below and let us know how you go!

1178 days ago

Are you using our 2021 Garden Diary?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours,

We're all working from home during this lockdown, not just to bring you your favourite gardening mag, but also our Garden Diary 2022! This is where we need your help: Show us how you've been using your 2021 Diary -- take photos of the pages, tell us what was most … View more
Dear neighbours,

We're all working from home during this lockdown, not just to bring you your favourite gardening mag, but also our Garden Diary 2022! This is where we need your help: Show us how you've been using your 2021 Diary -- take photos of the pages, tell us what was most useful, did you have enough space to write your notes, what have you scribbled on the pages? Did you clip your plant labels on them? Perhaps shoot a little video with your phone as you turn the pages. Your feedback will help us put together next year's diary.

Please email your comments and photos to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, by this Friday, Aug 27. The five most helpful readers will each receive a free copy of the 2022 diary.

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1178 days ago

Find out your daily sugar intake - University Sugar Study

Hiranya from Greerton - Parkvale

Kia ora everyone!

Hope you are all well and keeping safe.

I am a Master's of Public Health student researching sugar at the University of Auckland. For my research, I am currently running a study that calculates and provides feedback on your daily sugar intake.

If you are 18 years or older… View more
Kia ora everyone!

Hope you are all well and keeping safe.

I am a Master's of Public Health student researching sugar at the University of Auckland. For my research, I am currently running a study that calculates and provides feedback on your daily sugar intake.

If you are 18 years or older and this sounds interesting to you, you are welcome to join. Participation involves filling out two short online surveys; one now and one after 30-days. There are even prizes to be won if you complete both surveys.

If you want to learn more or join, use the link below. There is only 1 week left to join so be in quick!
auckland.au1.qualtrics.com...

Feel free to also share this link with any friends or whanau who may also be interested!

Nga mihi,
Hiranya

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1182 days ago

Nominate your Kiwibank New Zealander of the Year!

The Team from New Zealander of the Year Award | Ngā Tohu Pou Kōhure o Aotearoa

Kia ora Bay of Plenty neighbours!

We hope that you are safe and sound with your bubbles at home.

With two weeks to go until nominations close – it's time to lockdown your nomination for 2022 Kiwibank New Zealander of the Year. We're looking for that special person in this community … View more
Kia ora Bay of Plenty neighbours!

We hope that you are safe and sound with your bubbles at home.

With two weeks to go until nominations close – it's time to lockdown your nomination for 2022 Kiwibank New Zealander of the Year. We're looking for that special person in this community – the one doing exceptional mahi to make the Bay of Plenty a better place.

Nominations close 31 August and only take 5 minutes.

Get in quick – www.nzawards.co.nz...

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1178 days ago

$50 credit when Joining Electric Kiwi with referral link... https://electrickiwi.co.nz/RAF1aM7wGd

Clive from Papamoa Beach

Receive a $50 credit on your first bill when Joining Electric Kiwi using this referral link... electrickiwi.co.nz...
Check out their pricing as normally cheaper than the other companies.
Also receive a free hour of off peak power every day. You pick the time !
Pay in advance & receive an extra … View more
Receive a $50 credit on your first bill when Joining Electric Kiwi using this referral link... electrickiwi.co.nz...
Check out their pricing as normally cheaper than the other companies.
Also receive a free hour of off peak power every day. You pick the time !
Pay in advance & receive an extra $20 credit every time you top up $200 into your account.
No contract so you can join & leave at anytime.
Check them out & do a price comparison to confirm the rates are cheaper !
What have you got to loose ? Copy / paste this link ... electrickiwi.co.nz...

Free

1178 days ago

One to watch

Competenz

We love seeing our apprentices making waves in the industry.
Wade Peek was recently named Plastics Apprentice of the Year, is definitely one to watch. With two qualifications under his belt, he’s been earmarked as a future plastics industry leader.

He hopes to one day start his own … View more
We love seeing our apprentices making waves in the industry.
Wade Peek was recently named Plastics Apprentice of the Year, is definitely one to watch. With two qualifications under his belt, he’s been earmarked as a future plastics industry leader.

He hopes to one day start his own manufacturing business and says: "I really want to pass on what I have learnt to support apprentices in their training. I also want to be able to teach people outside of the plastics industry about what we do, as I truly believe we can't solve any of the really important environmental issues that surround plastic unless as many people as possible understand it."

If you are thinking of signing up for an apprenticeship, get in touch with us here

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1180 days ago

Our city's playgrounds - take care and stay safe

Communications from Tauranga City Council

We know it's hard, but please keep your young (and young at heart) off all playgrounds.

As COVID 19 can survive on surfaces for up to 72 hours, our playgrounds are currently closed to stop the spread of COVID 19.

We're working as hard as we can to get signs up at all our parks and … View more
We know it's hard, but please keep your young (and young at heart) off all playgrounds.

As COVID 19 can survive on surfaces for up to 72 hours, our playgrounds are currently closed to stop the spread of COVID 19.

We're working as hard as we can to get signs up at all our parks and playgrounds.

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