Ohauiti, Tauranga

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1659 days ago

Big shout out to our neighbours

New World

We’ve been proud to work with some amazing charities over the past few months who have been helping Kiwis up the road, down the road and ‘round the corner, to get through.

Join us in thanking all the outstanding New Zealanders at The Student Volunteer Army, Kiwi Harvest, Kaibosh, and food … View more
We’ve been proud to work with some amazing charities over the past few months who have been helping Kiwis up the road, down the road and ‘round the corner, to get through.

Join us in thanking all the outstanding New Zealanders at The Student Volunteer Army, Kiwi Harvest, Kaibosh, and food banks like The Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch City Missions.

Ngā mihi maioha.

#neighbourstogether
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1659 days ago

System outage

Communications from Tauranga City Council

Some of our internet services will be briefly unavailable from 8am to 4pm this Sunday while maintenance takes place.
This means our websites may be offline, intermittently, for up to 30 seconds.

Sorry for any inconvenience!

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1682 days ago

Council rubbish bags

Communications from Tauranga City Council

Noticed our rubbish bags look different? Well you’re right!

From today, the official council rubbish bags will temporarily be plain black with the standard pink sticker. The bags are exactly the same, it’s just the white branding that’s missing.

Make sure you look carefully when purchasing … View more
Noticed our rubbish bags look different? Well you’re right!

From today, the official council rubbish bags will temporarily be plain black with the standard pink sticker. The bags are exactly the same, it’s just the white branding that’s missing.

Make sure you look carefully when purchasing – if it has a pink sticker then it’s an official council rubbish bag.

Read more in our recent media release.

www.tauranga.govt.nz...

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1660 days ago

Community voices: living in a healthy neighbourhood

Communications from Tauranga City Council

We’ve asked members of our community what they think living in a healthy neighbourhood could be like - right here in the Te Papa peninsula. Listen in on what they think the future of our city could look like.
Have your say at www.tauranga.govt.nz...
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1660 days ago

Small business owners – take our survey

Stuff Prosper

Small businesses are vital to the recovery of our economy.

During the Covid-19 restrictions, business owners have shown initiative, hard work and resilience to keep afloat.

But many have been hit hard.

Lack of clarity about just how heavy the toll of the restrictions have been on … View more
Small businesses are vital to the recovery of our economy.

During the Covid-19 restrictions, business owners have shown initiative, hard work and resilience to keep afloat.

But many have been hit hard.

Lack of clarity about just how heavy the toll of the restrictions have been on individual businesses and their ability to quickly rebound adds to the uncertainty of the national economic recovery.

Therefore, Prosper is launching a survey targeted at finding out the scale of Covid-19's impact.

You can take that survey right now – it will only take a few minutes.
Take the survey

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1660 days ago

How to create a happy and healthy home for less

The Warehouse

Did you know a government and industry study found the condition of as many as one in two New Zealand homes assessed wasn’t as healthy as it should be?

That has a big impact on our health, but despite the obstacles we face, there are lots of simple ways to make your place warmer and drier, … View more
Did you know a government and industry study found the condition of as many as one in two New Zealand homes assessed wasn’t as healthy as it should be?

That has a big impact on our health, but despite the obstacles we face, there are lots of simple ways to make your place warmer and drier, more comfortable and easier to heat.
Find out more

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1660 days ago

Build your own storage planter

The Team from Resene ColorShop Tauranga

What’s better than a new planter box?

One that serves as a place to stash plant pots or tuck a hose out of sight too.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how to create this project yourself.

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1662 days ago

Recycling

Communications from Tauranga City Council

Transfer stations will resume normal services from the start of level 2 tomorrow Thursday 14 May. This means we will be able to accept all rubbish, garden waste and recycling again. We appreciate people’s patience for the return of these services.

Good to know:
You will need to pre-sort all … View more
Transfer stations will resume normal services from the start of level 2 tomorrow Thursday 14 May. This means we will be able to accept all rubbish, garden waste and recycling again. We appreciate people’s patience for the return of these services.

Good to know:
You will need to pre-sort all waste prior to a visit, leave your details for contact tracing and maintain a 2 meter distance while you visit. Payment is by card only, no cash can be accepted.

More details are at www.tauranga.govt.nz... select ‘Waste services’.

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1662 days ago

Alert level 2

Communications from Tauranga City Council

When you wake up tomorrow, we will be at Alert Level 2. This means COVID-19 is still out there so we need to play it safe. But this also means some council services and facilities can resume at a reduced capacity. 🥳

Here's a quick update on some on some key facilities. For details and … View more
When you wake up tomorrow, we will be at Alert Level 2. This means COVID-19 is still out there so we need to play it safe. But this also means some council services and facilities can resume at a reduced capacity. 🥳

Here's a quick update on some on some key facilities. For details and information on other Council services and facilities, click the link.
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♻️ Transfer stations
Transfer stations will resume regular service and recycling centres will also be able to accept all general rubbish, garden waste and recycling.

⛰ Mauao
Mauao will be open, however it is a COVID-19 high risk area due to the number of visitors, inability to maintain safe physical distancing or contract trace all users.

Keep away from others (ideally 2m), give way on narrow sections, avoid passing others, and do not stop mid-track to talk to others

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦Playgrounds
Staff will be giving all 107 playgrounds a deep clean prior to them being open to the public

Remember to Wash your hands before and after using the playground, and keep your distance from others (ideally 2m).

🌳 Parks and reserves
Parks and reserves will be open, including Oropi Mountain Bike Park and McLaren Falls Park.

People are asked to keep their distance from others (ideally 2m) and give way on narrow footpaths, walkways and bridges.

🙋‍♀️Customer Service Centre
The Customer Service Centre will be open with a limit on the number of people allowed in the centre at any one time.

www.tauranga.govt.nz...

1661 days ago

Making great spaces to live in commercial areas

Communications from Tauranga City Council

Living in a flat above shops in a commercial area can be great – but equally not if the flat is too small, with no private outdoor living space, or insufficient privacy. We’re proposing to add rules in the city plan around residential activities in the commercial zone to ensure they deliver … View moreLiving in a flat above shops in a commercial area can be great – but equally not if the flat is too small, with no private outdoor living space, or insufficient privacy. We’re proposing to add rules in the city plan around residential activities in the commercial zone to ensure they deliver better outcomes for residents. Go to www.tauranga.govt.nz... to find out more, and help shape the city plan rules to ensure new builds create great spaces and neighbourhoods for us all to live in. Survey closes Tue 19 May.

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1669 days ago

Exterior plaster, local 23 years experience

Claire from

Hey just an introduction post to our little business.
Danny on the tools, Claire in the office and East ( being a total time waster!) Licensed Building Practitioner for exterior plastering. He brings a wealth of knowledge when it comes to finding leaks, repair and maintenance of your plastered … View more
Hey just an introduction post to our little business.
Danny on the tools, Claire in the office and East ( being a total time waster!) Licensed Building Practitioner for exterior plastering. He brings a wealth of knowledge when it comes to finding leaks, repair and maintenance of your plastered home. Thanks Danny,Claire and East 😊

1663 days ago

Celebrating International Nurses Day.

Oceania Healthcare

To celebrate International Nurses Day, we've launched 'In Their Shoes' – a celebration of our dedicated and clinically skilled nurses who work at the forefront of New Zealand's aged care sector.

To mark the day, each of our Oceania frontline nurses will be gifted a bespoke… View more
To celebrate International Nurses Day, we've launched 'In Their Shoes' – a celebration of our dedicated and clinically skilled nurses who work at the forefront of New Zealand's aged care sector.

To mark the day, each of our Oceania frontline nurses will be gifted a bespoke pair of Allbirds, as a token of our respect for every step they take for New Zealand.
Learn more

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1663 days ago

We have our WINNERS! - Mother's Day Giveaway

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Kia Ora Neighbours,

Thank you so much for all your entries in our Mother's Day competition, it was awesome to see how you would be treating your mum on that special day or how you'd say thanks once we head to Alert Level 2 as a country this Thursday.

With that being said, we want … View more
Kia Ora Neighbours,

Thank you so much for all your entries in our Mother's Day competition, it was awesome to see how you would be treating your mum on that special day or how you'd say thanks once we head to Alert Level 2 as a country this Thursday.

With that being said, we want to say a massive congrats to Jessica from Woolston, Jesintha from Halswell, Natalie from Botany Downs, Angela from Rangiora and Maree from Titahi Bay! You're the winners of the SOS business vouchers worth $100! Check your email to see how you can claim your prize.

Thank you to everyone else who entered, we hope all the mums around the country had a fantastic Mother's Day!

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1663 days ago

SPCA'S JUMP TO THE RESCUE IS BACK!

The National Team from

Looking to break free after being in lockdown?

Jump to the Rescue is our exciting fundraising event, perfect for adrenaline junkies looking to help a good cause!

Join team SPCA, you won’t regret it:
- Simply sign up at www.spca.nz...
- Share your fundraising page and ask family and friends to … View more
Looking to break free after being in lockdown?

Jump to the Rescue is our exciting fundraising event, perfect for adrenaline junkies looking to help a good cause!

Join team SPCA, you won’t regret it:
- Simply sign up at www.spca.nz...
- Share your fundraising page and ask family and friends to sponsor you
- Raise $775 and you will skydive for free!

Register now for early bird sign up and take to the skies this August: www.spca.nz...

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1663 days ago

Can't get to the newsstands for your favourite gardening mag?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

If you're having trouble getting your hands on your favourite gardening mag, don't forget you can now order our current May issue online. The price of $9.70 includes shipping.

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