Maungatapu, Tauranga

Wondering about something in your neighbourhood?

Wondering about something in your neighbourhood?

Whether it's a new building going up or a strange noise you keep hearing, ask your neighbours here.

1191 days ago

TARANAKI POWERCO & FRINGE GARDEN FESTIVALS

Lyn from Tauranga Tasting Tours & Charters

FESTIVALS 2021
Formerly the Rhododendron Festival The PowerCo & Fringe Garden Festivals continue to delight people from all over the world. There are so many glorious gardens from which to choose - an intriguing mixture of unique and stunning gardens, each with their own story to tell - but we … View more
FESTIVALS 2021
Formerly the Rhododendron Festival The PowerCo & Fringe Garden Festivals continue to delight people from all over the world. There are so many glorious gardens from which to choose - an intriguing mixture of unique and stunning gardens, each with their own story to tell - but we have done our best to choose a wide variety. This is our fourth visit so we have been able to identify those which will appeal to a broad spectrum of tastes. We'll also be visiting the acclaimed Len Lye Gallery & the wonderful Tawhiti Museum (Hawera).
Details at:
www.smore.com...
or Phone 027 5224607 & we'll pop a flyer in your letterbox.

1191 days ago

Love your colour with Resene this August!

Resene ColorShop

Is your home starting to look a little dreary and in need of a fresh coat of paint or a pick me up with colour?

Come in and visit your local Resene ColorShop between 5-31 August 2021, buy 1 testpot 60-80ml and get 1 FREE! Plus get 25% off Resene premium paint, primers, sealers and stains 10L. … View more
Is your home starting to look a little dreary and in need of a fresh coat of paint or a pick me up with colour?

Come in and visit your local Resene ColorShop between 5-31 August 2021, buy 1 testpot 60-80ml and get 1 FREE! Plus get 25% off Resene premium paint, primers, sealers and stains 10L.

Offers available with your Resene DIY Card. If you don’t have a card you can sign up free in store or online
See more details online

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1192 days ago

Pursue higher education with a Masters Degree

Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi

Masters Study

Meet Hinerangi Busby who shares her journey with Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi.

I am a graduate of the marae-centred programme, Te Pouhono, transforming Māori communities, promoting mātauranga-a-hapū, a-iwi. My participation took me to the Bachelor of Mātauranga Māori,… View more
Masters Study

Meet Hinerangi Busby who shares her journey with Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi.

I am a graduate of the marae-centred programme, Te Pouhono, transforming Māori communities, promoting mātauranga-a-hapū, a-iwi. My participation took me to the Bachelor of Mātauranga Māori, and then postgraduate study.

Awanuiārangi centres you. This is the nurturing space of Māori researchers, with the support of academic and professional staff; this all transpires from an authentic indigenous and traditional Māori environment.

My studies have empowered me to play a more pro-active role in whānau and hapū affairs. Instead of being angry at a past that we cannot change, let’s become part of the solution for positive change.
Find out more

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1192 days ago

COVID-19

The Team from Graeme Dingle Foundation Western Bay of Plenty

Earlier this year, young people were asked to share their experience of COVID-19. The Graeme Dingle Foundation wanted to give them an opportunity to share their story and show the ways in which they had faced the challenges of COVID-19 and the restrictions on their lives.

In today's post, we … View more
Earlier this year, young people were asked to share their experience of COVID-19. The Graeme Dingle Foundation wanted to give them an opportunity to share their story and show the ways in which they had faced the challenges of COVID-19 and the restrictions on their lives.

In today's post, we look at how online learning played in our young people's lives. Keep an eye out as we post some key takeaways from our findings or head to our website and read the full write up today - bit.ly...

Source - Julie Moore, Research & Evaluation Graeme Dingle Foundation

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1193 days ago

Foldable climbing frame

The Team from Resene ColorShop Tauranga

Construct a climbing frame for upwardly mobile crops and add the colour with Resene paint.

Find out how to create your own.

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1193 days ago

Nominate your Nice Neighbour and win!

Neighbourly.co.nz

We've had hundreds of community hero shout outs on our Nice Neighbour page, with some even featuring in Stuff's local community papers. It's easy for you to chime in to those raving reviews, all you've got to do is nominate your community champion and be in with a chance to win … View moreWe've had hundreds of community hero shout outs on our Nice Neighbour page, with some even featuring in Stuff's local community papers. It's easy for you to chime in to those raving reviews, all you've got to do is nominate your community champion and be in with a chance to win a Prezzy® Card. Have a think and get nominating now! Nominate now!

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1194 days ago

Fancy a day trip to Putaruru and Tirau?

Kim Scanlen from Hinterland Tours

Thursday 12 August 2021 is the day! :)
See the Blue Spring famous for it's clear water so pure it accounts for approx 60% of New Zealand's bottled water. Visit the iconic Over The Moon Cheese Factory in Putaruru for a tasting of some of their delicious products and a cuppa (our shout). … View more
Thursday 12 August 2021 is the day! :)
See the Blue Spring famous for it's clear water so pure it accounts for approx 60% of New Zealand's bottled water. Visit the iconic Over The Moon Cheese Factory in Putaruru for a tasting of some of their delicious products and a cuppa (our shout). Then a final stop at Tirau (‘Corrugated Capital of the World’) where you can have some lunch (your cost) or browse some of the antique, collectable and niche stores this quaint town has become famous for.
​Home pickup and drop off $70 for one person or get a few friends together for a pickup at ONE address and the cost is $65pp for 2 people or $60pp for 3 people.

Call us today to book your space. 07 282 7663

1203 days ago

Homophones

NumberWorks'nWords Tauranga

Homophones can be confusing! But learning word meanings can help prevent spelling mistakes. What homophones can you think of?

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1194 days ago

Before and after cleaning

Owner from Curtain Clean BOP Ltd

These curtains are looking as good as new after being treated for mould removal. If you have orange or black spots on your curtains - that is most likely mould! It loves a combination of dust, damp, and heat. It can smell very musty, especially if left to grow. We are experts in mould removal and … View moreThese curtains are looking as good as new after being treated for mould removal. If you have orange or black spots on your curtains - that is most likely mould! It loves a combination of dust, damp, and heat. It can smell very musty, especially if left to grow. We are experts in mould removal and ensure curtains are treated with no colour loss - if you have any questions feel free to give us a call and we can have a chat. 0800 579 0501

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1194 days ago

Full kitchen (used)

Joy from Papamoa Beach

Very tidy full kitchen.
Comes with wall oven, hobb, rangehood, double sink and insinkerator.
Cabinets in good diction with no damage, bench top slightly worn but not damaged.
View now, available in approx 6weeks.
Offers over $700
Ph 0276559593

Negotiable

1195 days ago

South Island Ultimate Highlights Tour - November 2021

Kim Scanlen from Hinterland Tours

Our South Island Ultimate Highlights Tour was very popular last year and we have 2 more dates scheduled - 17 November 2021 and 21 March 2022.
Click the link below for more information on this small group 14 day tour. Includes home pickup and dropoff, comfortable air conditioned transport, … View more
Our South Island Ultimate Highlights Tour was very popular last year and we have 2 more dates scheduled - 17 November 2021 and 21 March 2022.
Click the link below for more information on this small group 14 day tour. Includes home pickup and dropoff, comfortable air conditioned transport, quality accommodation, most meals and entry to highlights such as the Tranz Alpine train, Larnach Castle, Milford Sound cruise and lots more.
Have a read..... we would love for you to join us :)

1195 days ago

Recycle, Reuse, Relove!

The Team from Red Cross Shop Greerton

It’s one of the things we do well at the Red Cross in Greerton. Bring your donations in and find something new to take home.
199 Chadwick Road in Greerton 9-5 Monday to Friday and 9-3 on Saturday.

We have furniture just waiting for someone to make their own and all sorts of treasures to craft … View more
It’s one of the things we do well at the Red Cross in Greerton. Bring your donations in and find something new to take home.
199 Chadwick Road in Greerton 9-5 Monday to Friday and 9-3 on Saturday.

We have furniture just waiting for someone to make their own and all sorts of treasures to craft with.

1196 days ago

Upcoming Trips for August

Jan from Zealandier Tours

Hi, we have scheduled a few outings during the month of August. We know its winter time and most of you like to stay home and keep warm, but some of you are hardy souls and like to go out & about so we have created appropriate outings for this time of year.
Aug 13th - A day out in Thames
Aug … View more
Hi, we have scheduled a few outings during the month of August. We know its winter time and most of you like to stay home and keep warm, but some of you are hardy souls and like to go out & about so we have created appropriate outings for this time of year.
Aug 13th - A day out in Thames
Aug 16th - A days visit to Kelly Tarltons Sealife Aquarium and Penguin Enclosure
Aug 19th A day out in Opotiki
Aug 22nd Lunch at Henley's - somewhere a liitle posh and very English
Aug 29th Eden Garden Tulip Festival

I am sure there is something here for all .

Just give us a call and enquire about more info.

1196 days ago

What is Yarn: What It’s Made From, How You Make It and More

Owner from Curtain Clean BOP Ltd

When researching or reading about different fabrics, you are likely to see the word yarn mentioned a lot. ‘Made from spun yarns’ or ‘with synthetic yarns’ are a couple of examples. But what is yarn? What is spun yarn? Are there other types? What does it all mean, and how much relevance does… View moreWhen researching or reading about different fabrics, you are likely to see the word yarn mentioned a lot. ‘Made from spun yarns’ or ‘with synthetic yarns’ are a couple of examples. But what is yarn? What is spun yarn? Are there other types? What does it all mean, and how much relevance does this bear to your final fabric? That’s what we are here to look at in a little more detail.

What is Yarn?
Yarn is a length of fibres. That’s the simplest way to explain it. It is a continuous length of fibres which are interlocked, and it’s used to produce fabrics, as well as in crocheting, knitting, embroidery and ropemaking.

This means that we can split yarn into two different ‘categories’ of sorts. The thread that is used for embroidery or in sewing machines, as well as yarn (commonly known as balls-of-wool) used in crafts such as knitting or crocheting, are long lengths that are bought as yarns.

The alternative would be a yarn which is then knitted or woven into a fabric. The textile is then bought as fabric, in lengths, rather than the yarn itself being purchased separately. This second description is the one that we will explore further in this post.

What is Yarn Made From?
Yarn can be made from such a variety of different fibres. This includes both natural and synthetic fibres. The most common plant fibre is cotton, however, you can also use other natural fibres such as bamboo. Alongside cotton, the synthetic polyester fibre makes up the two most commonly used fibres. Animal fibres are also often used, such as wool, harvested from sheep, as well as cashmere (harvested from goats) Angora (from rabbits) and silk (from insect larvae).

What is the Difference Between Spun and Filament Yarn?
Spun yarn is made by twisting staple fibres together in either an S or Z twist, to make a single thread. The process of twisting the fibres together into yarn is called spinning and it was one of the first processed to be industrialised. Spun yarns can contain a single type of fibre, or you can spin various types of fibre together to give you a blend.

Filament yarn is made up of filament fibres which are either twisted together or simply grouped together. It can either be composed of one filament, which is called a monofilament, or it could be made of more than one, in which case it would be known as a multifilament. This can be as few as two or three filament fibres, or even up to 50, or more.

Keep reading: www.curtainclean.co.nz...

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1196 days ago

Tell us how YOU want to be represented on Council

Communications from Tauranga City Council

Now’s your chance to have your say.

Complete our survey and tell us your views at www.tauranga.govt.nz...

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