Maungatapu, Tauranga

Got a question about your lawn or backyard?

Got a question about your lawn or backyard?

Ask a Crewcut Lawn & Garden expert (and an ex-Black Caps coach!) now. Head here.

1202 days ago

Haley Strickland - Project K

The Team from Graeme Dingle Foundation Western Bay of Plenty

We sat down with Haley Strickland from Z Energy who has been involved with Project K as both a mentor and mentee. Project K played a big role in how Haley Strickland became the Community Champion in Aotearoa’s capital, Wellington.

To read her inspiring story, click below.

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1203 days ago

Confusing English words!

NumberWorks'nWords Tauranga

Stationary vs stationery. Remember stationary – the ‘a’ in ary is for stopping At the lights. The ‘e’ in ery is for Envelope.

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1203 days ago

Falling asleep on your couch, cause your bed is not comfortable enough?

Beds4U Tauranga

Sleep struggles are real so to help you bring back your dream sleep, we've written down our helpful tips! Click the link below to read our blog on how the right bed can help improve posture and help you get back your dream sleep!

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1203 days ago

Taranaki Garden Festival Tour - 5 days

Kim Scanlen from Hinterland Tours

Have you got green fingers? Always wanted to see the iconic Taranaki Garden Festival (formerly the Rhododendron Festival)?
..... then this is the small group tour for you!
5 days departing 28 October 2021. We will pick you up from your home, organise quality accommodation, transport, garden … View more
Have you got green fingers? Always wanted to see the iconic Taranaki Garden Festival (formerly the Rhododendron Festival)?
..... then this is the small group tour for you!
5 days departing 28 October 2021. We will pick you up from your home, organise quality accommodation, transport, garden entries and more. All you have to do is sit back and enjoy.
For more information visit the link below

1203 days ago

Treat yourself or a father figure this Fathers Day.

Mags4Gifts

Purchase a local newspaper subscription in time for Fathers Day and receive a Lone Star rib pack valued at $59.

Hurry offer is for a limited time only. Terms and Conditions apply.
Read More

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1206 days ago

Superhome owners opening their homes to the public this weekend

Colleen Hawkes Reporter from Homed

Healthy, warm, dry and cheap to run. Owners of Superhome houses in Auckland, Christchurch, Nelson and Otago are hosting open homes from August 14-15 so you can see just how warm and cosy a home can be with the right design approach.

1204 days ago

Explore the Waikato this Winter

Hamilton Waikato Tourism

Think there is NOTHING to do with the family in the Waikato this Winter? You might want to think again!

From free activities and family-friendly days out to underground adventures, animal encounters and indoor fun, there is a great range of things to do here.

Gather the whole family and … View more
Think there is NOTHING to do with the family in the Waikato this Winter? You might want to think again!

From free activities and family-friendly days out to underground adventures, animal encounters and indoor fun, there is a great range of things to do here.

Gather the whole family and come do NOTHING in the Waikato this Winter!
Find out more

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1206 days ago

Council representation - Friday the 13th.

Barry from Papamoa Beach

The Council's feedback survey on the upcoming Representation Review closes this Friday, the 13th of August. If you want to have a say about the councillor election system and whether or not community boards should be established in Tauranga you can do so by completing the form online or in … View moreThe Council's feedback survey on the upcoming Representation Review closes this Friday, the 13th of August. If you want to have a say about the councillor election system and whether or not community boards should be established in Tauranga you can do so by completing the form online or in writing. Google "Tauranga City Have Your Say" for the online form. Copies can also be picked up at your local library or the Council will send you one if you make a request.
The Review will determine how many councillors there should be and how they should be elected. Options 1, 3 and 4 councillors are elected from several wards but electors are only entitled to vote for the councillors from their ward.They may not vote for councillors from other wards. Option 2 provides for 9 councillors to be elected from one city-wide general ward and for electors to be entitled to vote for all 9 councillors. Maori ward electors may only vote for Maori ward councillors.
This is the first time that a Tauranga Council has given residents the opportunity to decide if they want community boards to be established. Community boards give residents a chance to have a say on local matters at a local level. Boards are managed by local people elected for 3 years from the community they represent. A board's forums and meetings are conducted in local venues where residents will feel comfortable having their say. This is real grassroots democracy.
Representation Reviews take place every 6 years.There won't be another opportunity to have your say until 2027. If you haven't already done so, make sure you let the Council know what you think before the survey closes on Friday.

1204 days ago

Moving and Delivery Services

Devan from Smart Express Tauranga

Moving house? Call Smart Express. We have 2 and 3 man truck options available, 6 days a week

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1209 days ago

Friday Puzzle

NumberWorks'nWords Tauranga

Can you solve this puzzle by moving 1 matchstick?

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1205 days ago

Daffodil Day volunteers wanted!

Pip Stephenson from Waikato/Bay of Plenty Cancer Society - Tauranga

The Cancer Society needs you!
Daffodil Day is coming, and the call is going out for street collection volunteers in Tauranga.
Be part of the Cancer Society’s largest annual fundraising event and help raise vital funds this Daffodil Day on Friday 27 August and Saturday 28 August.
Just two hours … View more
The Cancer Society needs you!
Daffodil Day is coming, and the call is going out for street collection volunteers in Tauranga.
Be part of the Cancer Society’s largest annual fundraising event and help raise vital funds this Daffodil Day on Friday 27 August and Saturday 28 August.
Just two hours of your time can make a big difference for Kiwis living with cancer.
Sign up at www.daffodilday.org.nz...

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1206 days ago

Piano for sale

Philip from Maungatapu

Eavestaff upright piano, as used by HRH Princess Ingrid of Sweden. In great condition, one sticky key. Great first piano for learner. Well looked after for many years by current owner. Includes seat with storage for music sheets and books. Ph 0212063895

Price: $200

1206 days ago

Building a legacy that inspires

Our passions and achievements play a large part in the legacy we leave behind. When we channel those achievements into championing causes and giving back, that legacy is carried as inspiration for generations to come.

This is an opportunity to recognise those Senior New Zealanders who go beyond … View more
Our passions and achievements play a large part in the legacy we leave behind. When we channel those achievements into championing causes and giving back, that legacy is carried as inspiration for generations to come.

This is an opportunity to recognise those Senior New Zealanders who go beyond the ordinary when it comes to paying it forward and making a difference. Let’s celebrate the good and help their legacy shine bright. Because these kiwis demonstrate the true meaning of an inspiring legacy. Who will join them?

Nominations close 31 August.

#NZOTY #NZerOfTheYear
Learn more

1206 days ago

Strengthening digital skills for industry

Competenz

Low levels of digital literacy among staff is a challenge facing many manufacturing businesses, and strengthening those skills is not only essential to meet rapid technological changes in the workplace, it’s vital to increasing productivity.

Competenz has recently launched a new … View more
Low levels of digital literacy among staff is a challenge facing many manufacturing businesses, and strengthening those skills is not only essential to meet rapid technological changes in the workplace, it’s vital to increasing productivity.

Competenz has recently launched a new micro-credential to improve the level of digital literacy in the manufacturing sector.

"With an aging workforce it’s imperative we enable companies to keep their tradesmen and craftsmen,” says Jahn Vannisselroy, Competenz Sector Manager. “This micro-credential, which we can tailor to a specific company, is giving people the confidence to meet technology head-on.”

The qualification is fully funded under the government’s Targeted Training and Apprenticeship Fund (TTAF) for employers who enrol their staff before 31 December 2022.

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1232 days ago

Councillors and Community Boards

Barry from Papamoa Beach

On Friday the Council will commence its engagement with the community about the system that will be used to elect councillors at the next election. Details of the options will be posted on the Council's website on Friday. Google: Tauranga City Have a Say. Three of the options are aligned with … View moreOn Friday the Council will commence its engagement with the community about the system that will be used to elect councillors at the next election. Details of the options will be posted on the Council's website on Friday. Google: Tauranga City Have a Say. Three of the options are aligned with the previously used ward system and one offers a new system that would see 9 councillors elected to represent all of Tauranga. Under the ward system voters can only vote for the few councillors in their ward but under the new system they can vote for all 9 councillors.
Also up on the website will be a survey to find out if people want community boards.The boards would be led by locally elected members who would have legal power to hold public forums and advocate for the needs and preferences of their local area. Boards are funded by the Council but they are not expensive. The yearly cost of a board would be no more $4.50 per head of population and possibly much less than that. If boards get the go ahead they will start operating next year.
Tell the Council you want boards so you can have your say at a local level.

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