Omataroa, Whakatane

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!

3081 days ago

Didn’t get your enrolment update pack in the mail?

Electoral Commission

Hi neighbours! If you haven't received your enrolment update pack, you may not be enrolled to vote in the General Election. Make sure you're ready to vote! Enrol, check, or update your details now. Find out more

3083 days ago

Fun video-based challenges for kids

MindLab Kids

MindLabKids.com has launched, meaning your creative little ones need never be bored at home again. Sign them up now for a safe, educational online experience featuring hilarious characters, things to make and do, fun video challenges and more. We can’t wait to see what your little ones create! Learn more

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3085 days ago

Great teaching happening in our communities

Teach NZ

The winners of the Prime Minister’s Education Excellence Awards have been announced. The Awards celebrate New Zealand teachers, leaders and communities who are working together to improve outcomes for our children and young people from around the country. Please join us in congratulating all our … View moreThe winners of the Prime Minister’s Education Excellence Awards have been announced. The Awards celebrate New Zealand teachers, leaders and communities who are working together to improve outcomes for our children and young people from around the country. Please join us in congratulating all our winners for sharing their inspirational journeys, and find out about their achievements at the link below. Learn more

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3085 days ago

GARDENA Gardener of the Year

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Nominations are coming in thick and fast! Are you a gardening superhero or perhaps you know one in your neighbourhood? Tell us why you or someone you know deserves to be our 2017 GARDENA Gardener of the Year. We're looking for community leaders, inspiration mentors, the driving force behind a … View moreNominations are coming in thick and fast! Are you a gardening superhero or perhaps you know one in your neighbourhood? Tell us why you or someone you know deserves to be our 2017 GARDENA Gardener of the Year. We're looking for community leaders, inspiration mentors, the driving force behind a vege-growing food bank or someone who is beautifying their town or restoring wasteland. It could be anything... basically if a gardener has inspired you, let us know! Include your name and phone number plus contacts for the nominated gardener, or for a contact person if it's a group.

You can send nominations to 2017 GARDENA Gardener of the Year, NZ Gardener, PO Box 6341, Wellesley St, Auckland. Or enter on our website, nzgardener.co.nz

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3086 days ago

Take part in our FreshChoice Health & Beauty survey and WIN!

FreshChoice New Zealand

How often do you workout? What are you concerned about when buying food? How often do you take health supplements? How much sleep do you need each night?

Take the FreshChoice Health & Beauty Survey today and you could win one of five $50 FreshChoice vouchers!
Take the survey now

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3087 days ago

Buy Aftersocks & support rural communities

The Team from Aftersocks

Aftersocks NZ is a Rural Women New Zealand (RWNZ) initiative that supports rural communities, following an adverse event or natural disaster which has left them in need of financial assistance. Proceeds from the sale of Aftersocks contributes to the Rural Women New Zealand Adverse Events Relief … View moreAftersocks NZ is a Rural Women New Zealand (RWNZ) initiative that supports rural communities, following an adverse event or natural disaster which has left them in need of financial assistance. Proceeds from the sale of Aftersocks contributes to the Rural Women New Zealand Adverse Events Relief Fund.

Thanks for your support neighbours! Buy, Wear & Share!
Learn more

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3089 days ago

"It's like saying goodbye to an old friend" - Fire Service gets new name

Fire and Emergency New Zealand

From today our Neighbourly page will be re-named to Fire and Emergency New Zealand.

Watch this ONE News clip to find out why...

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3092 days ago

WHOPPA GARAGE SALE

Pam from Whakatane District

SATURDAY 1 JULY. 7.30 AM 'TIL DONE.
193 COMMERCE STREET. OPPOSITE REX MORPETH PARK AND NEXT DOOR TO
JEWELS BY JODIE.

MULTIPLE FAMILIES FUNDRAISING FOR EBOP BRASS.
EVERYTHING PRICED TO SELL AND SO MANY BARGAINS.

TOO MUCH TO LIST. CALL IN AND BROWSE AND SAY HELLO.

OODLES OF STUFF.… View more
SATURDAY 1 JULY. 7.30 AM 'TIL DONE.
193 COMMERCE STREET. OPPOSITE REX MORPETH PARK AND NEXT DOOR TO
JEWELS BY JODIE.

MULTIPLE FAMILIES FUNDRAISING FOR EBOP BRASS.
EVERYTHING PRICED TO SELL AND SO MANY BARGAINS.

TOO MUCH TO LIST. CALL IN AND BROWSE AND SAY HELLO.

OODLES OF STUFF. ALL INSIDE SO WHATEVER THE WEATHER "ITS ON"

Negotiable

3091 days ago

Share your skills and transform lives

Volunteer Service Abroad (VSA)

Want to share your skills through volunteering? Volunteer with local people and organisations throughout the wider Pacific to help transform lives. We accept volunteers aged 25-75.

We cover flights, accommodation, insurance and even provide a living allowance. Make a real difference in the lives… View more
Want to share your skills through volunteering? Volunteer with local people and organisations throughout the wider Pacific to help transform lives. We accept volunteers aged 25-75.

We cover flights, accommodation, insurance and even provide a living allowance. Make a real difference in the lives of our Pacific neighbours. Learn more about volunteering with VSA.
Register now

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3091 days ago

Re: Healthy Food Choices

Making 'healthier food choices' is quite fashionable at the moment, but can be difficult if you have diabetes or have been told you are at risk of diabetes.

Register for our FREE supermarket tour and learn the truth about what you should be eating.


Call our INFOLine on 07 5713422… View more
Making 'healthier food choices' is quite fashionable at the moment, but can be difficult if you have diabetes or have been told you are at risk of diabetes.

Register for our FREE supermarket tour and learn the truth about what you should be eating.


Call our INFOLine on 07 5713422 for dates and venue

3091 days ago

Edgecumbe Flood Party

Michele from Whakatane District

Hi we have a huge fundraiser happening on 9th September 2017 at Te Teko Racecourse and we have 8 hours of music from some great bands, also craft stalls and food vendors. Tickets are available to buy from Rangitaiki Home Kill Butchers in Edgecumbe,
Liverpool Lunch Bar - Kawerau
1XX - Whakatane
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Hi we have a huge fundraiser happening on 9th September 2017 at Te Teko Racecourse and we have 8 hours of music from some great bands, also craft stalls and food vendors. Tickets are available to buy from Rangitaiki Home Kill Butchers in Edgecumbe,
Liverpool Lunch Bar - Kawerau
1XX - Whakatane
Kope Barbers - Kope
Lime Organics - Opotiki
On line at Event Finder
Our aim is to raise $100,000.00 for the Edgecumbe and it will be a fab day so buy your tickets and come along

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3099 days ago

Cheers to the Volunteers

Fire and Emergency New Zealand

Every year, over 11,000 brave men and women keep us safe. Most of them are working full-time jobs. Many are parents or grandparents. When the siren sounds, they all come running.

If you know a fire volunteer, this is your chance to say thanks. #cheerstothevolunteers
Say thanks

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3100 days ago

Electric Kiwi tops customer satisfaction survey

Electric Kiwi

Each year, Canstar Blue asks thousands of electricity customers to rate their retailer on key criteria. This year twelve different retailers feature in the results with Electric Kiwi winning the 2017 Most Satisfied Customers Award – Electricity Providers!

We’re really proud of the way our … View more
Each year, Canstar Blue asks thousands of electricity customers to rate their retailer on key criteria. This year twelve different retailers feature in the results with Electric Kiwi winning the 2017 Most Satisfied Customers Award – Electricity Providers!

We’re really proud of the way our team has made our customers advocates of the Electric Kiwi brand by delivering an exceptional customer experience, and it’s great to see how much customers love Electric Kiwi.

If you’re interested in guaranteed savings, no contracts, awesome online service and one hour of free power every day, then join Electric Kiwi – Rated #1 for Customer Satisfaction.
Find out more

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3100 days ago

It's National Volunteer Week!

Volunteering New Zealand

Te Radar (TV personality and local legend) shared a video with us in celebration of "National Volunteer Week: Live, Laugh, Share, Volunteer" :www.youtube.com...

Find out more about National Volunteer Week or to find a volunteer centre near you here

3101 days ago

Re: Diabetes

Is diabetes making your life miserable? Do you want to know the truth about what you can and can't eat? Don't let diabetes control your life, call our INFOline 07 5713422

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