Welcome Bay, Tauranga

1034 days ago

Is Hokitika the friendliest town in NZ?

Lorna Thornber Reporter from Stuff Travel

Hi everyone,
Hokitika has been named the most welcoming town in NZ in Booking.com's 10th annual Traveller Review Awards.
Would be keen to hear from those who live there or who have visited whether they think the town really is exceptionally friendly. What makes it a welcoming place, or … View more
Hi everyone,
Hokitika has been named the most welcoming town in NZ in Booking.com's 10th annual Traveller Review Awards.
Would be keen to hear from those who live there or who have visited whether they think the town really is exceptionally friendly. What makes it a welcoming place, or otherwise? Were there any cafes, restaurants, shops or other places you received a particularly warm welcome?
Lake Tekapo and Oamaru came in second and third place respectively, followed by Cambridge, Picton, Invercargill, Martinborough, Kerikeri and Palmerston North. Would also love to hear from you if you have thoughts on these places. Please include 'NFP' (not for publication) in your comment if you don't want it to appear in a travel article.
Thanks for taking the time to share your thoughts?

1033 days ago

World Read Aloud Day

NumberWorks'nWords Tauranga

World Read Aloud Day is about celebrating the power of reading aloud. It encourages children and adults to grab a book, find an audience, and read aloud!
The best way to celebrate World Read Aloud Day is to read a book to someone. Whether it's one person or 100 people, sharing a story with … View more
World Read Aloud Day is about celebrating the power of reading aloud. It encourages children and adults to grab a book, find an audience, and read aloud!
The best way to celebrate World Read Aloud Day is to read a book to someone. Whether it's one person or 100 people, sharing a story with your own voice is what the day is all about.

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1033 days ago

Be a changemaker – study to be an ECE teacher.

BTI

Are you called to working with young tamariki? Are you currently working in early childcare and thinking
about becoming fully qualified?

Now is the time to be a changemaker at Bethlehem Tertiary Institute. Our new field-based ECE programme offers you the chance to train as a professional … View more
Are you called to working with young tamariki? Are you currently working in early childcare and thinking
about becoming fully qualified?

Now is the time to be a changemaker at Bethlehem Tertiary Institute. Our new field-based ECE programme offers you the chance to train as a professional teacher while working at a centre.

At BTI you get a sense of belonging,” says Courtney Stead, ECE student teacher at BTI.

BTI Teacher training is based on Christian values and creative, person-centred learning, with onsite,
field-based and distance learning options. Apply online at www.bti.ac.nz
Find out more

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1033 days ago

WAITANGI DAY SUPER BED SALE!

Beds4U Tauranga

Shop our WAITANGI DAY SUPER BED SALE with up to 60% OFF on an incredible range of NZ Made beds and mattresses with FREE LOCAL DELIVERY!

Shop online or in-store now!

✅60 Night's Comfort Guarantee
✅100% NZ Owned and Operated Business
✅17 Bed retail stores across North Island

We … View more
Shop our WAITANGI DAY SUPER BED SALE with up to 60% OFF on an incredible range of NZ Made beds and mattresses with FREE LOCAL DELIVERY!

Shop online or in-store now!

✅60 Night's Comfort Guarantee
✅100% NZ Owned and Operated Business
✅17 Bed retail stores across North Island

We have the bed for you @ BEDS 4 U...
Your Local Sleep Experts


*Apply Code (WAITANGIDAY) to your cart for FREE SHIPPING on online orders above $899 and only valid for shipping rates under $99. While stocks last.

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1034 days ago

Welcome to the year of the Tiger!

The Team from NZ Compare

The Tiger represents bravery and strength, so this Lunar New Year, we’d like to offer you the chance to WIN 1 of 3 $50 Prezzy Cards, to spend at your local café, takeaway or restaurant!

Our locals have been doing it tough but remaining resilient, brave and strong through the last year. … View more
The Tiger represents bravery and strength, so this Lunar New Year, we’d like to offer you the chance to WIN 1 of 3 $50 Prezzy Cards, to spend at your local café, takeaway or restaurant!

Our locals have been doing it tough but remaining resilient, brave and strong through the last year. Let's go show them some love Neighbours!

Click 'read more' below to head over to the NZ Compare Facebook page and leave a comment on our Lunar Post telling us what awesome local you'd support if you won.

We hope this Chinese New Year will be filled with happiness, prosperity, and many precious moments with your loved ones.

Entries close midnight 8th February 2022.

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1056 days ago

Water restrictions

Philip from Maungatapu

While we are being advised by our council to restrict our watering to hand held hoses, they are running sprinklers on the parks without any restriction. Double standards if you ask me. We have to let our plants and lawns die while they glibbly pour thousands of litres onto reserves at our expense

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1042 days ago

Change your bins

Barry from Papamoa Beach

If you find that the kerbside collection bins provided by the council are too large or too small for your household use you can switch to smaller bins and receive a $30 discount in your annual rates or get larger bins and pay an extra $100 a year. Google "Change your bin size Tauranga" to… View moreIf you find that the kerbside collection bins provided by the council are too large or too small for your household use you can switch to smaller bins and receive a $30 discount in your annual rates or get larger bins and pay an extra $100 a year. Google "Change your bin size Tauranga" to find the form on the council website. Your order has to be in before the 31st of May and your new bins should arrive before the 1st of July.

Also, on the website you can make a complaint about damaged bins or missed collections. In my book, missed collections includes bins not emptied properly. If you are dissatisfied with any aspect of the collection service I suggest that you use the "Additional comments" section of the website to make your feelings known.

1036 days ago

Have an experience this long weekend

Operations Manager from Adrenalin Forest Bay Of Plenty

We are still open 7 days a week, including Auckland Anniversary and Waitangi Day, until the end of the school holidays. What better way to experience the great outdoors than from the tree tops.

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1036 days ago

TAUPO LALE TRIP & BOTANICAL GARDENS 10 FEB

Lyn from Tauranga Tasting Tours & Charters

The Lake Taupo trip run by Chris Jolly Outdoors, leaves the lakeshore at 10.30. It explores the largest crater lake in the world & the picturesque northern bays of Lake Taupo. Maori rock carvings are viewed from close proximity. It's a wonderfully tranquil way to spend your morning.
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The Lake Taupo trip run by Chris Jolly Outdoors, leaves the lakeshore at 10.30. It explores the largest crater lake in the world & the picturesque northern bays of Lake Taupo. Maori rock carvings are viewed from close proximity. It's a wonderfully tranquil way to spend your morning.
We'll set you free to lunch or shop in Taupo's CBD before visiting the Waipahihi Botanical Gardens where you can walk, sit & read in the peaceful surroundings r eat your bought or brought lunch (if you have shopped insread of eating in Taupo.
$85.00pp. details at:
www.smore.com...

1036 days ago

SuperKing Mattress (medium soft) flexgel Paihia brand

Debbie from Welcome Bay

Copy of Waitemata Backcare Beds receipt available. Used irregularly for approximately 6 months when it was in our holiday home then we moved there and used consistently for 8 months (been stored in spare room since) and then discovered it was too soft for my husbands complex back and hip injuries … View moreCopy of Waitemata Backcare Beds receipt available. Used irregularly for approximately 6 months when it was in our holiday home then we moved there and used consistently for 8 months (been stored in spare room since) and then discovered it was too soft for my husbands complex back and hip injuries (though we were told when bought good for injuries because of the flex gel but hubby very heavy man) I find it comfortable with my arthritis and shoulder injuries because i dont get as much pressure on them but we needed something we were both comfortable with so we have bought a new slightly firmer one. still in excellent condition, no stains and mattress protector always used. Paid $4,500 on special, was originally priced $6000 for it with base, and the mattress they said was about $4000 (we are not selling the base) msg me here or ph or txt 0211771885 negotiable p.s. we have not had covid in the house. SK matress

Price: $290

1037 days ago

1/2 Price Clothing

The Team from Red Cross Shop Greerton

All clothing half price this weekend. We are open Saturday and Sunday and closed Monday. Happy Auckland Anniversary weekend😊

1037 days ago

Newsletter Sign Up

The Team from Graeme Dingle Foundation Western Bay of Plenty

Want to be the first to receive updates about our Foundation and how we continue to encourage tamariki and rangatahi to reach their full potential? It's simple, sign up to our monthly newsletter today 📰

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1038 days ago

Garden bed frame

The Team from Resene ColorShop Tauranga

Perch this frame over a garden bed, and drape it with shade cloth, frost cloth or mesh, depending on the season. Paint to suit with Resene.

Find out how to create your own.

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1041 days ago

Marine Parade boardwalk

Barry from Papamoa Beach

The council proposes to extend the boardwalk from the Mount cenotaph to the Marine Parade/ Oceanbeach Road roundabout and is seeking feedback from the community.The survey closes next Monday the 31st of January. To comment on the proposal, Google "Tauranga city have your say" and click on… View moreThe council proposes to extend the boardwalk from the Mount cenotaph to the Marine Parade/ Oceanbeach Road roundabout and is seeking feedback from the community.The survey closes next Monday the 31st of January. To comment on the proposal, Google "Tauranga city have your say" and click on "Projects and open consultations." There are other projects on the page that might interest you. For example, how the racecourse and golf club area should be utilised in the future.

By taking part in the survey you not only provide community input but also ensure you will be kept up to date as the proposal proceeds and given further opportunity to present your views.

1038 days ago

Calling all small businesses!

Neighbourly

Want to grow your business this year? Well now you can!
For a limited time only we're offering you the chance to grab a Neighbourly Premium Business Listing for HALF PRICE!

Neighbourly Premium enables you to grow a strong presence in your community, connecting you with thousands of … View more
Want to grow your business this year? Well now you can!
For a limited time only we're offering you the chance to grab a Neighbourly Premium Business Listing for HALF PRICE!

Neighbourly Premium enables you to grow a strong presence in your community, connecting you with thousands of locals.. Instantly!
Find friendly neighbours who need your services, showcase what makes you stand out from the rest and connect with people who want to ‘shop local’.

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