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89 days ago
89 days ago

Ryman Village Open Days

The Team from Ryman Healthcare

Friday 12 & Saturday 13 September, 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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95 days ago

Meeting with Mayor Drysdale re dog registration fees

Elly from Welcome Bay

Hi Everyone, had a good meeting with the Mayor this afternoon and he took on board everything I had to say on dog registration fees and other matters and also the information in the document I had sent him prior to our meeting. I have decided in the interests of everyone, that an overall discount … View moreHi Everyone, had a good meeting with the Mayor this afternoon and he took on board everything I had to say on dog registration fees and other matters and also the information in the document I had sent him prior to our meeting. I have decided in the interests of everyone, that an overall discount for Selected Owner Discounts should be applied rather than just a Gold Card Discount at this stage. It must be appreciated the Mayor has taken over the debacle left by the Commissioners. He is totally aware of the feelings of the People of Tauranga and more so after our meeting. With regard to only going with Selected Owner Discounts rather than Gold Card, more people are Guardians of dogs than just Gold Card holders so in fairness, this is why I am pushing for the Selected Owner Discounts. The will benefit everyone. Tauranga is still recovering from the Commissioners intervention and we must allow the Mayor time to sort this. He said that I had raised some good points which he has taken on board. There is a meeting tomorrow with Council members and further meetings are planned before the next dog registrations are due. The Mayor said that they planned to have this issue put out to the public for public consultation and it is in everyone's best interest to be part of this. I for one, will be attending any consultative meetings. I went into the meeting knowing that this will not be a quick fix but we have started the process which has trust me, been taken on board and taken seriously. Council will also be looking at the overall running of how the Pound is run and after meeting him personally, I know he will do this. Thank you Everyone for your support and I will continue to do everything I can for you.

91 days ago

Fishing gear c wanted for 2 kids

Debbie from Papamoa Beach

Does anyone have any kids fishing rods and maybe a bait catcher they don’t want my son Wants to go fishing for his birthday this year so I’m not wanting to buy new incase it’s not a often thing he will want to do hooks etc be great too thanks 02108208774

93 days ago

Are you the Special Someone our SPCA animals have been waiting for?

The Team from SPCA Tauranga - Centre & Op Shops

From Sat 6 – Sun 21 September, all long-stay animals at SPCA will be available for adoption by donation/koha - for the right home.*

They might be older, shy, have only three legs or just need that extra bit of attention and care – but they all deserve a loving home. And they have been … View more
From Sat 6 – Sun 21 September, all long-stay animals at SPCA will be available for adoption by donation/koha - for the right home.*

They might be older, shy, have only three legs or just need that extra bit of attention and care – but they all deserve a loving home. And they have been waiting for a long time for that Special Love!

Look for the ‘Long-stay resident’ tag on our adoption profiles, check you can provide what they need to flourish & apply online at www.spca.nz...

*animals looking for their forever family for more than 42 days; our usual adoption criteria and processes apply.

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93 days ago

Lulu's Village Life

Bob Owens Retirement Village

Many of our villages are lucky to have four-legged friends like Lulu the poodle!

Lulu is a loved companion with a big personality and an even bigger routine. She’s up at 6am sharp and she never misses an outing - whether it’s a trip to the caravan, a ride in the Bunnings trolley, or even a … View more
Many of our villages are lucky to have four-legged friends like Lulu the poodle!

Lulu is a loved companion with a big personality and an even bigger routine. She’s up at 6am sharp and she never misses an outing - whether it’s a trip to the caravan, a ride in the Bunnings trolley, or even a spin on the jetski with her own life jacket!

Click read more to learn about Lulu's village life.

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93 days ago

Make It Yours: Create a Custom House Number Plaque with Resene Paints

The Team from Resene ColorShop Tauranga

Create a stylish house number plaque from a terracotta plant saucer and some Resene testpots – we show you how. Find out how to make and finish your own plaque with these easy step by step instructions.

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93 days ago

Receive a skincare gift with your NZ House & Garden subscription this September

NZ House & Garden

Help your skin feel naturally soft, hydrated, and visibly replenished this spring. For a limited time when you subscribe to NZ House & Garden for 1 or 2 years, you’ll receive a FREE Ceramide Soufflé Fresh Hydration Cream from Antipodes - valued at $64!

Treat yourself to a … View more
Help your skin feel naturally soft, hydrated, and visibly replenished this spring. For a limited time when you subscribe to NZ House & Garden for 1 or 2 years, you’ll receive a FREE Ceramide Soufflé Fresh Hydration Cream from Antipodes - valued at $64!

Treat yourself to a beautiful magazine subscription and a self-care ritual, all in one.

From the team at Mags4Gifts

*T&Cs apply. Offer available to the first 200 people who subscribe to NZ House & Garden for 1 or 2 years between August 25 - September 21, 2025.
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94 days ago

Cat found

Lynne from Welcome Bay

Black & White Tom cat, Welcome Bay
Contact Ted 0274563819

104 days ago

Lemon Season: Got any ideas?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

It is lemon season - our trees are bursting and our gardens are covered in citrus peels ... what do you do with your excess lemons?

Share with your community your tips on:
🍋 Harvesting and storage
🍋 Creative uses: recipes, cleaning solutions, health benefits
🍋 Tree care and … View more
It is lemon season - our trees are bursting and our gardens are covered in citrus peels ... what do you do with your excess lemons?

Share with your community your tips on:
🍋 Harvesting and storage
🍋 Creative uses: recipes, cleaning solutions, health benefits
🍋 Tree care and maintenance

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101 days ago

🏋️‍♀️ Help us exercise our brains!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We’ve worked our way through our usual batch of The Press puzzles … so now the Neighbourly Team are on the lookout for fresh challenges to keep our brains buzzing 🧠✨

We want to know: When you have a spare moment, what brain-boosting games, puzzles or activities do you reach for?
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We’ve worked our way through our usual batch of The Press puzzles … so now the Neighbourly Team are on the lookout for fresh challenges to keep our brains buzzing 🧠✨

We want to know: When you have a spare moment, what brain-boosting games, puzzles or activities do you reach for?
Inspire us in the comments below ...

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96 days ago

Share your strawberry recipe and win a copy of our mag!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

We will give away free copies of the November 2025 issue to readers whose strawberry recipes are used in our magazine. To be in the running, make sure you email your family's favourite way enjoy strawberry (dessert, salad, main?!): mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, by September 15, 2025.

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97 days ago

Caravan for sale

Chris from Papamoa Beach

2012 Swift Challenger Sport, 2 berth fully self contained with new green card for freedom camping. listed on TradeMe for further details.

Price: $32,000

97 days ago

Keep yourself protected against Covid

Ministry of Health

It might not be making quite so many headlines these days, but unfortunately, Covid is still here. If you’re 65 or over, taking care of yourself is just as important as ever.

The good news is, the Covid vaccine can help protect you from serious illness. It’s free, and recommended for you … View more
It might not be making quite so many headlines these days, but unfortunately, Covid is still here. If you’re 65 or over, taking care of yourself is just as important as ever.

The good news is, the Covid vaccine can help protect you from serious illness. It’s free, and recommended for you and many others as long as you haven’t had the vaccine, or Covid, in the last 6 months.

To book your vaccination, or talk to your healthcare provider.
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99 days ago

Used small car

Graeme from Papamoa Beach

I'm searching for a good small reliable car say a Suzuki Swift or similar with not too many kms on the clock and preferably in the $5-6,500 price range for my granddaughter.

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