Tauranga City, 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.

1254 days ago

Red Cross Greerton is OPEN this Queens birthday, Monday 9am to 5pm !

The Team from Red Cross Shop Greerton

Come on in and grab a bargain on this long weekend !

Whether it’s something for you or the rest of the family . Our wonderful team are filling those shelves and racks daily .

1254 days ago

crystal

Michael from Papamoa Beach

Various crystal for sale. With or without a showcase.
My number 0226532827

1255 days ago

RMHC® New Zealand Annual Appeal

Ronald McDonald House Charities

Help us house families with hospitalised children. Join the fight to fund a night. Find out more

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1256 days ago
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1260 days ago

You need to tell the Council before 7th June...

Karen from Welcome Bay

If you are not happy at the prospect of a rates rise of over 16% this year, forecast to be over 140% over the next 10 years, you must tell the Council this is not on!! So far it looks like there are only 610 submissions - only 610 people who have said they are unhappy at this prospect?? Please … View moreIf you are not happy at the prospect of a rates rise of over 16% this year, forecast to be over 140% over the next 10 years, you must tell the Council this is not on!! So far it looks like there are only 610 submissions - only 610 people who have said they are unhappy at this prospect?? Please enter a submission and make sure your opinion is counted.

1256 days ago

Cleaning 'Hacks' that Actually Make Things Worse

Owner from Curtain Clean BOP Ltd

When it comes to cleaning there are tried and tested hacks you can rely on to make sure your house is spotless.

However, according to Good Housekeeping Institute there are some widely known household hints that are actually causing more harm than good.

While some hacks can make cleaning … View more
When it comes to cleaning there are tried and tested hacks you can rely on to make sure your house is spotless.

However, according to Good Housekeeping Institute there are some widely known household hints that are actually causing more harm than good.

While some hacks can make cleaning easier, the experts say you can’t believe everything you have heard will work – like using salt to lift red wine, immediately pouring water on carpet stains, or using vinegar as a makeshift cleaning product.

Here we have revealed which of the well-known hacks could make your clean-up job harder, not easier…

Don’t pour water on carpet stains: It may seem like logic to use water to mop up a spill, but there’s a danger that adding more liquid can over saturate a stain.

The excess water could cause long-lasting damage – soaking through the carpet fibres and into floorboards.

Good Housekeeping says that patience is key and advises gently blotting out as much of the stain as possible, then follow with a “light spritz of sparkling or soda water to rinse followed by more blotting”.

A clean dry cloth or paper towel is all that’s needed, and to make sure the stain doesn’t remain use a special removal cleaner.

Forget reaching for the salt for a red wine stain: There’s nothing worse than red wine splashing on your plush carpets – but don’t go reaching for the salt to try and soak it up.

Salt can lift the colour out of the carpet, but the consumer experts say that it can actually ‘set the stain’ because of the abrasive nature of the substance.

There’s also a risk that salt grains can stick in the carpet and become a dirt magnet for everything else.

Using vinegar as an all-purpose solution: While vinegar is regularly counted as an all-natural cleaner and can tackle grease and mould, the kitchen cupboard staple does contain acid and is abrasive.

The acid can affect wood and natural stone, so Good Housekeeping suggests keeping it away from marble counter tops or tiles.

Keep window cleaner away from your computer: The ingredients in a regular window cleaner can permanently damage a computer screen if used to shift marks.

According to the consumer site the ammonia and alcohol mixture used to remove stubborn stains on a window can actually strip anti-reflective coatings off screens, as well as cause clouding.

It advises using a microfibre cloth with a specialist LCD or plasma screen cleaner with no alcohol.

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1256 days ago

It's over to you

The Team from Homed

How's retirement treating you? Maybe you're in the midst of planning your retirement but haven't quite settled on your forever home yet.

If this sounds like you, we want to hear from you! The Homed team is giving you the opportunity to show us the home you've retired to and … View more
How's retirement treating you? Maybe you're in the midst of planning your retirement but haven't quite settled on your forever home yet.

If this sounds like you, we want to hear from you! The Homed team is giving you the opportunity to show us the home you've retired to and tell us why you love it. If you haven't quite left your career behind and you're planning your retirement we want to hear about it on Stuff Nation.

Remember - this doesn't have to be a one off. You can ask your neighbours for business recommendations for DIY products, advice on home improvement or even to invite your neighbours over for a house warming when your forever home is completed.

To share your thoughts and photos with Stuff head to the Stuff Nation page, we prefer submissions between 350-800 words; otherwise email homed@stuff.co.nz.

Remember to send through lots of photos.

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1256 days ago

Learn te reo Māori!

Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi

Te Pōkaitahi Reo

Meet Parminder Singh (Punjabi) who shares his journey with Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi: “Studying in the Pōkaitahi Reo programme has allowed me to develop a totally beautiful and unique relationship with Māori communities. The learning has helped my work to bridge … View more
Te Pōkaitahi Reo

Meet Parminder Singh (Punjabi) who shares his journey with Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi: “Studying in the Pōkaitahi Reo programme has allowed me to develop a totally beautiful and unique relationship with Māori communities. The learning has helped my work to bridge gaps between Māori and others in our multicultural communities. When I look back, I feel really proud. It’s a great feeling when I speak te reo Māori. It’s a privilege.”

Share in Parminder’s experience and enquire now for 2021.

These programmes are tuition fee free!
Find out more

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1257 days ago

Window handles promo!

Exceed - we fix windows & doors

ARE YOUR WINDOW HANDLES BROKEN, SEIZED OR LOOSE?
If so, we have the perfect promo for you:
BUY 5 WINDOW HANDLES AND GET A 6TH ONE FREE
Promo valid until 15th June

📲 Call Exceed we fix windows & doors specialists today to replace old handles in your property to ensure you have more … View more
ARE YOUR WINDOW HANDLES BROKEN, SEIZED OR LOOSE?
If so, we have the perfect promo for you:
BUY 5 WINDOW HANDLES AND GET A 6TH ONE FREE
Promo valid until 15th June

📲 Call Exceed we fix windows & doors specialists today to replace old handles in your property to ensure you have more modern, durable and secure locks 🚐🔨

T&C’s: Promo valid for Tauranga, Mount Maunganui & surrounding areas only. We can supply standard "single tongue” & "double tongue” face fix/subfix and slim line window handles – BLACK COLOUR ONLY.

Don't delay, now is the perfect time to check all the windows around your home 🏠

Call Tracy, Mike and Phil on 0800 25 25 00 and book a visit today!

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1257 days ago

What's your coming weekend looking like?

Beds4U Tauranga

We love a "hot cup of coffee, a book, and curled up in a comfy bed" kinda feel!

We are looking forward to the weekend!

What about you? Comment below what your weekend is looking like?

#colddays #snuggleup #warmandcomfy #weekendsoon

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1258 days ago

Free little hutch

Debbie from Papamoa Beach

Old little hutch free come collect if you want it
57 carlsberg place Papamoa beach

1264 days ago

Sold pending pick up

The Team from Red Cross Shop Greerton

This beautiful violin is to view in store . Priced at $190 negotiable.
Thank you .

1257 days ago

Coming soon: CHICAGO. It’s showtime!

Clarence St Theatre

CHICAGO, the second longest-running musical in Broadway history, is coming to Hamilton. It is a story of murder, greed, corruption, violence, exploitation, adultery, and treachery.

Bringing the show to life will be one of New Zealand’s most experienced and talented directors, David Sidwell. … View more
CHICAGO, the second longest-running musical in Broadway history, is coming to Hamilton. It is a story of murder, greed, corruption, violence, exploitation, adultery, and treachery.

Bringing the show to life will be one of New Zealand’s most experienced and talented directors, David Sidwell. He’s assembled a cast of seasoned local performers and musicians who are all itching to get back on stage. He’ll be backed up by Music Director, Nick Braae and Choreographers Sonja McGirr-Garrett and Alexis Holmes.

CHICAGO opens at Clarence St Theatre on June 25th and runs for two weeks. Tickets are on sale at Ticketek.
Book now

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1257 days ago

Dimplex Flame Effect Heater - For Sale

Sally from Matua

Portable Electric heater with Flame Effect. 2 heat settings. H - 59.5cm W - 57cm D - 31.5cm. Flame effect can be used with heater turned off to simply add to the cosiness of your room. Selling currently at Mitre10 for $299. Asking $150 please. Excellent condition, selling due to downsizing. Contact… View morePortable Electric heater with Flame Effect. 2 heat settings. H - 59.5cm W - 57cm D - 31.5cm. Flame effect can be used with heater turned off to simply add to the cosiness of your room. Selling currently at Mitre10 for $299. Asking $150 please. Excellent condition, selling due to downsizing. Contact Sally via text 0273794537

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1267 days ago

WANTED FOLD OUT COUCH

Ros from Mount Maunganui

Wanting fold out couch,sofa 2- 3 seater,in excellent condition,much have good mattress.
Message me.

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