Ohauiti, Tauranga

62 days ago

Poll: Space or the Ocean — Where should our focus be? ☄️🌊

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The Neighbourly team has been diving into a big question: should our curiosity take us up into space or down into the ocean?

It’s wild to think that more people have walked on the Moon than have reached the deepest point of the sea. Why is that?

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Space or the Ocean — Where should our focus be? ☄️🌊
  • 89.5% The Ocean!
    89.5% Complete
  • 10.5% Space!
    10.5% Complete
523 votes
62 days ago

Bake Cupcakes, Change Animals’ Lives

SPCA Cupcake Day

Cupcake Day is back on Wednesday 29 October, and we need you!

Across New Zealand, animal lovers will be baking and selling cupcakes, raising funds to give vulnerable animals the second chances they deserve. Whether you host a morning tea, run a bake sale, or simply share treats with friends for… View more
Cupcake Day is back on Wednesday 29 October, and we need you!

Across New Zealand, animal lovers will be baking and selling cupcakes, raising funds to give vulnerable animals the second chances they deserve. Whether you host a morning tea, run a bake sale, or simply share treats with friends for a donation, you’ll be part of a nationwide community making a real difference. Every cupcake counts so sign up today and help create a brighter future for animals in need.
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63 days ago

Small Group Tour Specialists

Calder and Lawson Tours

We are hosting coffee mornings in the coming weeks if you would like to come catch up and hear about our 2026 program.

Classic Flyers Cafe on Wednesday, 15th October at 10:30 AM
Address: 9 Jean Batten Drive Mount Maunganu

Please RSVP to Rochelle if you are keen to join us … View more
We are hosting coffee mornings in the coming weeks if you would like to come catch up and hear about our 2026 program.

Classic Flyers Cafe on Wednesday, 15th October at 10:30 AM
Address: 9 Jean Batten Drive Mount Maunganu

Please RSVP to Rochelle if you are keen to join us rochelle@calderandlawsontours.co.nz
or phone 0800 853 276
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63 days ago

A gift for you when you subscribe to NZ House & Garden

NZ House & Garden

Looking for inspiration for your home and garden? Subscribe to NZ House & Garden today and receive a luxurious bonus gift.

When you take out a 1- or 2-year subscription, you’ll receive a FREE ManukaRx Firming Day Cream, valued at $52 RRP.

Infused with the power of East Cape mānuka … View more
Looking for inspiration for your home and garden? Subscribe to NZ House & Garden today and receive a luxurious bonus gift.

When you take out a 1- or 2-year subscription, you’ll receive a FREE ManukaRx Firming Day Cream, valued at $52 RRP.

Infused with the power of East Cape mānuka oil, this lightweight daily cream is designed to hydrate, firm, and nourish your skin – the perfect treat to enjoy while you relax with your magazine.

Subscribe now for endless ideas, beautiful homes and gardens from across New Zealand, and a little indulgence just for you.

From the team at Mags4Gifts

T&Cs apply. Offer available to the first 300 people who subscribe to NZ House & Garden for 1 or 2 years before 26 October 2025
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64 days ago

DON'T TRASH YOUR WINDOWS 10 COMPUTER!

Simon from Pyes Pa

Windows 10 support ends soon... but your older computer can have a new, fast, and secure life with an alternative operating system. Extend your computer's life, save money, and reduce e-waste.

Get free advice at endof10.org
(go to “Find someone to help you” for local help).

64 days ago

Swimming Pool Twist & Lock Vacuum Hose Sections 11 x 1m

Rosie from Pyes Pa

Selling a set of 11x 1m hose sections designed for swimming pool vacuum systems. These twist and lock together for a secure, leak-free connection.

Included:
• 10x male-to-female sections
• 1x female-to-female connectors (for extending or adapting)
• 3x clip-on weights (for better hose … View more
Selling a set of 11x 1m hose sections designed for swimming pool vacuum systems. These twist and lock together for a secure, leak-free connection.

Included:
• 10x male-to-female sections
• 1x female-to-female connectors (for extending or adapting)
• 3x clip-on weights (for better hose stability during vacuuming)

Retail price: $17 each.

Perfect for replacing or extending your worn-out sections current pool vacuum setup.

Price: $80

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72 days ago

Poll: Is the Government doing enough now to avoid a serious budget gap in the future? 💸

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The Long-Term Fiscal Statement just dropped. At first glance, it might seem a bit dry, but the message is pretty clear ... and a bit worrying. The big takeaway? Our financial pressures are only going to keep growing.

There’s no single fix. It’ll take a mix of solutions to deal with the … View more
The Long-Term Fiscal Statement just dropped. At first glance, it might seem a bit dry, but the message is pretty clear ... and a bit worrying. The big takeaway? Our financial pressures are only going to keep growing.

There’s no single fix. It’ll take a mix of solutions to deal with the challenges ahead.

Want to read more? Andrea Vance shares her opinions here.

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Is the Government doing enough now to avoid a serious budget gap in the future? 💸
  • 18.8% Yes
    18.8% Complete
  • 76.4% No
    76.4% Complete
  • 4.7% No opinion
    4.7% Complete
1370 votes
68 days ago

Float style by your bedside with Resene.

The Team from Resene ColorShop Tauranga

Make a floating bedside ledge that tones into your colour scheme with Resene SpaceCote Low Sheen or higher gloss Resene Lustacryl. Find out how to create and paint your own floating ledge with these easy step by step instructions.

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69 days ago

Have you seen Cecil?

The Team from Bay of Plenty & Taupo Police

Police are appealing for sightings of 62-year-old Cecil, reported missing in Tauranga.

Cecil was last seen around a week ago in the Ohauiti/Hairini area of Tauranga. It is believed he may be in Tauranga or Hastings areas.

Police and Cecil's family are concerned for his wellbeing and … View more
Police are appealing for sightings of 62-year-old Cecil, reported missing in Tauranga.

Cecil was last seen around a week ago in the Ohauiti/Hairini area of Tauranga. It is believed he may be in Tauranga or Hastings areas.

Police and Cecil's family are concerned for his wellbeing and would like to see him return home.

If you have information regarding Cecil's whereabouts, please contact Police on 105 online or by call.

Please use the reference number 250929/9768.

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70 days ago

Pay no weekly fee for 12 months*

Bob Owens Retirement Village

At Ryman you won't pay your base weekly fee for 12 months* when you sign up to an independent apartment or townhouse at a participating Ryman village before 31 October 2025.

That means that you won’t pay rates, water rates, home insurance, maintenance fees and more.

And because life … View more
At Ryman you won't pay your base weekly fee for 12 months* when you sign up to an independent apartment or townhouse at a participating Ryman village before 31 October 2025.

That means that you won’t pay rates, water rates, home insurance, maintenance fees and more.

And because life at Ryman means less home upkeep, you’ll have more time for the things you love.

*Participating villages only, terms and conditions apply.

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70 days ago

Ryman Village Open Days

Bob Owens Retirement Village

Friday 17 & Saturday 18 October, 10am - 2pm.

Experience the award-winning lifestyle at a Ryman village.

Join us at our open days and explore our lifestyle and care options, tour our show homes and see the premium amenities on offer.

We look forward to seeing you.

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70 days ago

Your plasma can help treat someone’s cancer

NZ Blood

The treatment for someone’s serious illness can begin with the kind donation of
plasma from a New Zealander. Donated plasma can help treat up to 50 different
illnesses including cancer, kidney disease and severe burns, and make up to 11
life-saving products. It’s a precious gift to those in … View more
The treatment for someone’s serious illness can begin with the kind donation of
plasma from a New Zealander. Donated plasma can help treat up to 50 different
illnesses including cancer, kidney disease and severe burns, and make up to 11
life-saving products. It’s a precious gift to those in need. But it’s in high demand.

Please help someone start their new life today.Book now to donate, download the NZ Blood App or call 0800 448 325.
Book to donate

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71 days ago

Free up your time for what matters.

The Team from Ryman Healthcare

With daily chef prepared meals, housekeeping and more, Ryman serviced apartments free up your time for what really matters - family, catching up with an old friend, or simply your favourite book.

We have serviced apartments available now - find a village near you.
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72 days ago

grapefruit

James from Welcome Bay

Hey people has anyone got spare/going to waste grapefruit?
Thanks heaps
James

Free

79 days ago

Poll: How confident are you feeling about our economy right now?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We’ve all seen the headlines lately — New Zealand’s economy shrank more than expected between April and June (down 0.9%).

(If not, you can read a summary of the June quarter's activity on this article published by the Post)

Now that the weekend’s over and things have calmed down … View more
We’ve all seen the headlines lately — New Zealand’s economy shrank more than expected between April and June (down 0.9%).

(If not, you can read a summary of the June quarter's activity on this article published by the Post)

Now that the weekend’s over and things have calmed down a bit, the Neighbourly Team are keen to hear from you: how are you feeling about it all?

Summer’s coming, and holidays are on the horizon … should we be focusing on the future rather than the past quarter? Or is this dip in the road a real concern?
Share your thoughts in the comments!

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How confident are you feeling about our economy right now?
  • 17% Confident – momentum is building
    17% Complete
  • 10.5% Meh – feeling neutral about it
    10.5% Complete
  • 31.9% Not confident – global pressures are biting
    31.9% Complete
  • 40.6% Concerned – this feels serious
    40.6% Complete
2437 votes
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