South Waikato District, Tokoroa

Introduce yourself, neighbour!

Introduce yourself, neighbour!

Head to our Know Thy Neighbour page.

2179 days ago

Xmas memorial service

Taupo Funeral Services

Barry & Kristine McIntosh, along with Graeme and Ngaire McIntosh and all the team at Taupo Funeral Services warmly invite you to join us to a combined Christmas memorial service.

At Founders Chapel of Remembrance on Sunday 2nd December 2018 at 7pm. Come together and remember those who have … View more
Barry & Kristine McIntosh, along with Graeme and Ngaire McIntosh and all the team at Taupo Funeral Services warmly invite you to join us to a combined Christmas memorial service.

At Founders Chapel of Remembrance on Sunday 2nd December 2018 at 7pm. Come together and remember those who have passed in the last year, and previous year.

Light refreshments, tea and coffee will be provided.
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2180 days ago

Want a REAL future in Dairy?

Taratahi Institute of Agriculture

There are only four of the 10 places still available in 2019 at the prestigious Central North Island Dairy Academy (CNIDA), which starts in February. All of the 2018 class have begun, or are about to begin their first advanced roles in dairy, and tutor/farmer Dave Horner says there are already … View moreThere are only four of the 10 places still available in 2019 at the prestigious Central North Island Dairy Academy (CNIDA), which starts in February. All of the 2018 class have begun, or are about to begin their first advanced roles in dairy, and tutor/farmer Dave Horner says there are already employers lining up for the next group of graduates.

It’s an intensive 37-week residential programme, based near Taupo, which combines theory, practical training and on-farm experience based around the Massey University Diploma in Agriculture (Level 5). To find out more and to enrol, visit the Taratahi website.
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2180 days ago

When poppies get the blues

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

We love poppies, and this Tibetan blue (Meconopsis betonicifolia) is especially eye-catching. They are available from a number of nurseries, including Blue Mountain in Tapanui.

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2181 days ago

Vote now! Resene colour your community

Resene

Resene has six incredible finalists up for People's Choice Award as part of 2018's Colour your Community competition - and they need your vote!

Simply head to the poll and choose who you think deserves a helping hand and some Resene products. Voting closes Sunday 2 December so make … View more
Resene has six incredible finalists up for People's Choice Award as part of 2018's Colour your Community competition - and they need your vote!

Simply head to the poll and choose who you think deserves a helping hand and some Resene products. Voting closes Sunday 2 December so make sure you get your vite in before then! By doing so, you can help make a real difference to an organisation doing great work in a Kiwi community.
Vote now!

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2181 days ago

2 Seater Cream Couch

Gaye from Matamata

Genuine Leather, hardly been used. Excellent condition apart from a couple of very small cat scratches. Only reason for selling is, we have just moved to Matamata and thought it would fit where we had planned on putting it but no, that is not the case. Unfortunately, it has to go.

Price: $300

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2182 days ago

Reminder - Nationwide Test of Emergency Mobile Alert

The Team from Ministry of Civil Defence & Emergency Management

Emergency Mobile Alert should work in areas with cell reception. About 97% of populated areas get cell reception, and work is being done by the mobile service operators to improve mobile coverage all the time.

The Nationwide Test of Emergency Mobile Alert is on 25 November between 6 and 7pm.

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Emergency Mobile Alert should work in areas with cell reception. About 97% of populated areas get cell reception, and work is being done by the mobile service operators to improve mobile coverage all the time.

The Nationwide Test of Emergency Mobile Alert is on 25 November between 6 and 7pm.

www.civildefence.govt.nz...

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2182 days ago

Let your older neighbours know... 💙💛

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Friendly reminder that NZ Civil Defence will be running their second test of the Emergency Mobile Alert (EMA) System between 6pm and 7pm on Sunday, November 25th.

Please spread the word so more people are aware, especially among older friends and family who may be less tech-savvy, that this is … View more
Friendly reminder that NZ Civil Defence will be running their second test of the Emergency Mobile Alert (EMA) System between 6pm and 7pm on Sunday, November 25th.

Please spread the word so more people are aware, especially among older friends and family who may be less tech-savvy, that this is simply a test and to not be alarmed when they receive the alert.

To learn more about EMA's and what to expect on the day, visit the link below.

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2182 days ago

Poll: Should public vaping be banned?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

Vaping and the use of smokeless tobacco products could be banned from bars, restaurants, schools and workplaces in New Zealand, thanks to a Government proposal. Click here to read more about it.

Got an opinion on vaping? Take part in our poll below!

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Should public vaping be banned?
  • 54.5% Yes
    54.5% Complete
  • 19.3% No
    19.3% Complete
  • 26.2% Not banned, but restrictions are needed
    26.2% Complete
3060 votes
2182 days ago

Some Cool artwork on our boards Outside

Sweet Rose Espresso Ltd

Hi there,
Just a quick note , Have a great day and Cool weekend,
here's hoping the weather man got it wrong and stays sunny.
Kind regards The team at Sweet Rose Espresso

2182 days ago

Tomo closes State Highway 1 through South Waikato

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

An almost two metre deep tomo has opened up on a bridge, shutting down a highway through South Waikato.

NZ Transport Agency is advising that the highway is closed between Ongaroto Rd and SH30 at the turn-off to Rotorua.

"People should also drive carefully and to the conditions on the … View more
An almost two metre deep tomo has opened up on a bridge, shutting down a highway through South Waikato.

NZ Transport Agency is advising that the highway is closed between Ongaroto Rd and SH30 at the turn-off to Rotorua.

"People should also drive carefully and to the conditions on the alternative route as it may be unfamiliar to some driver."

People travelling from Tauranga and Rotorua are advised to consider using SH5 to Taupo. Road users should check our website or call 0800 4 HIGHWAYS (0800 44 44 49) to see if the road is open before travelling. Read more here

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2183 days ago

Caffeine & Gasoline this Sunday

Hampton Downs Motorsport Park

Hampton Downs weekend car shows continue this Sunday with the second edition of Caffeine & Gasoline, A gathering of enthusiast car owners and their cars. It’s free to attend and there’s plenty of parking. Come check out the cars and grab a coffee and brunch from our new Café. There is also… View moreHampton Downs weekend car shows continue this Sunday with the second edition of Caffeine & Gasoline, A gathering of enthusiast car owners and their cars. It’s free to attend and there’s plenty of parking. Come check out the cars and grab a coffee and brunch from our new Café. There is also $20 off Go Karts and this fantastic opportunity to catch a motorsport event for next to nothing!

Promoting a special offer! If you want to watch all the on-track action you can get in for just $10 per car load of people, yes! You heard right. get your mates to pile into your car, rock up to gate 2 (on the road leading to the infield) and show them a screenshot of this post. $10 only!

With superkarts, time attack super laps, IPC, NZ6/HQ Holdens, ETL hire Tranzam challenger and Deutche cup there will be plenty to see.
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