Maungatapu, Tauranga

2109 days ago

Great News!

Red Cross Communications from Red Cross Shop Greerton

Woohoo! We’re coming back to Greerton (ex Westpac location) with a new contemporary, spacious shop with a wonderful variety of pre-loved treasures ranging from clothing to furniture, appliances, homewares and much more.

We can’t wait to see you soon, opening mid-June.

P.S.: And we’d love … View more
Woohoo! We’re coming back to Greerton (ex Westpac location) with a new contemporary, spacious shop with a wonderful variety of pre-loved treasures ranging from clothing to furniture, appliances, homewares and much more.

We can’t wait to see you soon, opening mid-June.

P.S.: And we’d love to welcome new volunteers to join us as well. To apply, simply click the "Read More" button below.

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2101 days ago

Reminder: Queen's Birthday rubbish collection

Communications from Tauranga City Council

Just a reminder that rubbish and recycling collections will run as usual on Queens Birthday, Monday 1 June. Transfer stations will open a little later than normal, at 9am and stay open to 5pm.

Enjoy your long weekend!

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2102 days ago

Rubbish collection over Queen's Birthday weekend

Communications from Tauranga City Council

Queen’s birthday weekend is nearly here! We hope you have some fun planned.

Please note that rubbish and recycling collections will run as usual on Queens Birthday, Monday 1 June. Transfer stations will open a little later than normal, at 9am and stay open to 5pm.

Enjoy your long weekend!

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2101 days ago

Reduce your home-office energy bills

EECA

With so many of us spending more time at home due to the COVID-19 pandemic, many people’s energy bills are skyrocketing. But it doesn’t have to be that way.

Here are 5 simple, easy to implement ideas and tips for cutting down your domestic power bills to save yourself some cash.
Find out more

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2101 days ago

Do you run a small business?

Stuff Prosper

Business owners consistently show initiative, hard work and resilience - and more than ever over the past few weeks.

Prosper has launched a small business survey to gauge the scale of Covid-19's impact.

It'll only take a few minutes to complete - and will help us, help small … View more
Business owners consistently show initiative, hard work and resilience - and more than ever over the past few weeks.

Prosper has launched a small business survey to gauge the scale of Covid-19's impact.

It'll only take a few minutes to complete - and will help us, help small businesses like yours, in weeks and months to come.
Take the survey

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2102 days ago

Home kill sausages

Terry from Mount Maunganui

I am wanting to get tasty home kill beef - or other - sausages. I would want a quantity to put in freezer. Anyone know of a good contact please. 07 5747434 Terry

2102 days ago

Look at these great Local Likes...

Neighbourly.co.nz

Hey The Lakes Four Square and Urbanos Bistro! Your neighbours really LIKE you! Check out these awesome shoutouts from your Bay of Plenty community. Thanks for being such a special part of your community. Make a Local Like

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2104 days ago

Seeking those interested in Shared Care or Foster Care

Goldie from Greerton - Parkvale

A friend requested I share this in my community... CCS Disability Action are looking for foster carers in BOP - see attached poster and/or phone 0800 227 900 for further details.

Ad Carers.pdf Download View

2103 days ago

Fragile Delivery Specialists

Devan from Smart Express Tauranga

If you have a fragile delivery that needs taken care of, Smart Express is here to help. We are fragile delivery specialists.
Click the link to find out what services we can provide

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2103 days ago

WIN: A Resene makeover

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

Hey neighbours, thanks to everyone who nominated an essential worker to win one of three Resene prize packs, each including a Resene colour consultation, a $350 Resene voucher and the latest Resene fan decks.

The lucky winners are: Lee-Ann Hodgson, in Hunterville, Susannah Aho, in Auckland, and … View more
Hey neighbours, thanks to everyone who nominated an essential worker to win one of three Resene prize packs, each including a Resene colour consultation, a $350 Resene voucher and the latest Resene fan decks.

The lucky winners are: Lee-Ann Hodgson, in Hunterville, Susannah Aho, in Auckland, and Chad Birt, in Titahi Bay. Congratulations!

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2103 days ago

SUNDAY LUNCH REGENT BOUTIQUE HOTEL

Lyn from Tauranga Tasting Tours & Charters

July 21, we will be taking a limited number of clients to The Regent in Rotorua - our first Sunday Lunch for a long time!
Cost: $76.00 (Includes Main, Dessert, Filter coffee or tea, door-to-door transport within the Tauranga, Mt Maunganui/ Papamoa area.)
For details:
Please refer to: … View more
July 21, we will be taking a limited number of clients to The Regent in Rotorua - our first Sunday Lunch for a long time!
Cost: $76.00 (Includes Main, Dessert, Filter coffee or tea, door-to-door transport within the Tauranga, Mt Maunganui/ Papamoa area.)
For details:
Please refer to: smore.com/xgq32-regent-boutique-hotel-rotorua

2105 days ago

Will you make the most of changes to DIY rules?

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

Hey neighbours, how do you feel about the changes to building consent rules for low-risk home projects?

The government says the change will save homeowners time and money, but pro builder and The Block NZ foreman Peter Wolfkamp, is advising caution if you're planning a DIY sleep-out or … View more
Hey neighbours, how do you feel about the changes to building consent rules for low-risk home projects?

The government says the change will save homeowners time and money, but pro builder and The Block NZ foreman Peter Wolfkamp, is advising caution if you're planning a DIY sleep-out or office. Find out why, here.

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2104 days ago

Poll: What do you think of CCTV on private homes?

Kylie Klein Nixon Reporter from Homed

I'm writing a story about CCTV security cameras on homes, what's the best system, how to install them, and whether or not they're a useful deterrent.
I wondered what you thought about private security cameras. Are they good for the neighbourhood? Or a sign troubled communities?
If … View more
I'm writing a story about CCTV security cameras on homes, what's the best system, how to install them, and whether or not they're a useful deterrent.
I wondered what you thought about private security cameras. Are they good for the neighbourhood? Or a sign troubled communities?
If you've got a strong opinion about them, drop me a line and let me know what you think.

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What do you think of CCTV on private homes?
  • 92.4% Yes, they're OK.
    92.4% Complete
  • 4.6% I'm not sure.
    4.6% Complete
  • 3% No, they're not OK.
    3% Complete
1959 votes
2104 days ago

Ryman pioneers certainty

Ryman’s Peace of Mind guarantees provide a little certainty in your retirement. Our affordable base weekly fee is fixed for life*, our deferred management fee is capped at 20 per cent, one of the lowest around, and villages provide independent living, assisted living and a full range of care … View moreRyman’s Peace of Mind guarantees provide a little certainty in your retirement. Our affordable base weekly fee is fixed for life*, our deferred management fee is capped at 20 per cent, one of the lowest around, and villages provide independent living, assisted living and a full range of care options. These are just some of the ways we’re pioneering a new way of living for a new retirement generation.

*Some conditions apply.

Visit our website to find the village that’s right for you.
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2105 days ago

Maths in Daily Life

NumberWorks'nWords Tauranga

Have you heard your child say "Why do I ever need to know this?" Relating maths to real life can help your child understand the why!

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