Whakatane District, Whakatane

Have you made your house all Christmassy yet?

Have you made your house all Christmassy yet?

Why not share a snap to be in to win spot prizes! (and the title of NZ's Merriest Home)

314 days ago

Feeling the heat?

Resene

Is the summer heat putting you off painting your house or a building in a darker colour? With Resene CoolColour you can enjoy a cooler finish when it's unbearably hot outside!

Planning to use a dark coloured paint or wood stain on your home?

Choose a Resene CoolColour finish that will… View more
Is the summer heat putting you off painting your house or a building in a darker colour? With Resene CoolColour you can enjoy a cooler finish when it's unbearably hot outside!

Planning to use a dark coloured paint or wood stain on your home?

Choose a Resene CoolColour finish that will help reflect more heat and keep your place cooler.

Available in a wide range of colours and products from your local Resene ColorShop.
Find out more

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314 days ago
315 days ago

Gooey Caramel Muffin Recipe

Kiri Te Kanawa Retirement Village

Craving a recipe that’s sure to impress? Indulge your sweet tooth with our Gooey Caramel Muffins - the latest addition to Ryman’s food menu.

Quick, easy, and oh-so-delicious! Grab your apron and prepare for caramel perfection with our step-by-step recipe.

Click read more for the full … View more
Craving a recipe that’s sure to impress? Indulge your sweet tooth with our Gooey Caramel Muffins - the latest addition to Ryman’s food menu.

Quick, easy, and oh-so-delicious! Grab your apron and prepare for caramel perfection with our step-by-step recipe.

Click read more for the full recipe and video.

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315 days ago

Summer Road Trip Essentials

The Team from NZ Compare

Ready for a Kiwi summer road trip?

Explore our essential road trip gear for a memorable journey! Don't miss out on the must-haves to make your trip unforgettable :)

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316 days ago

Get $15,000 back for a limited time*

The Team from Ryman Healthcare

As New Zealand’s most popular retirement villages and Reader’s Digest most trusted brand, you probably didn’t need another reason to choose the Ryman lifestyle. So we’re giving you 15,000! For a limited time, if you sign up for one of our new home offers, you’ll get a $15,000 credit on … View moreAs New Zealand’s most popular retirement villages and Reader’s Digest most trusted brand, you probably didn’t need another reason to choose the Ryman lifestyle. So we’re giving you 15,000! For a limited time, if you sign up for one of our new home offers, you’ll get a $15,000 credit on settlement*. There’s truly never been a better time to choose Ryman.

*Terms and conditions apply
Find out more

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316 days ago

100% of the love, for 50% of the fee! Half-price adoptions at SPCA start 27 January

The Team from SPCA Whakatane - Centre

Hey animal lovers! Been thinking of adopting? Then we have some great news for you...

From Sat 27 Jan – Sun 4 Feb, SPCA offer half-price adoptions for all animals, all around the country!
SPCA Centres around New Zealand are currently full to the brim, so let’s get these deserving animals … View more
Hey animal lovers! Been thinking of adopting? Then we have some great news for you...

From Sat 27 Jan – Sun 4 Feb, SPCA offer half-price adoptions for all animals, all around the country!
SPCA Centres around New Zealand are currently full to the brim, so let’s get these deserving animals into loving homes this summer.

Life is just better with animals – so why wouldn’t you? Head over to www.spca.nz... to find your new best friend.

316 days ago

100% of the love, for 50% of the fee! Half-price adoptions at SPCA start 27 January

SPCA - Rotorua Centre

Hey animal lovers! Been thinking of adopting? Then we have some great news for you...

From Sat 27 Jan – Sun 4 Feb, SPCA offer half-price adoptions for all animals, all around the country!
SPCA Centres around New Zealand are currently full to the brim, so let’s get these deserving animals … View more
Hey animal lovers! Been thinking of adopting? Then we have some great news for you...

From Sat 27 Jan – Sun 4 Feb, SPCA offer half-price adoptions for all animals, all around the country!
SPCA Centres around New Zealand are currently full to the brim, so let’s get these deserving animals into loving homes this summer.

Life is just better with animals – so why wouldn’t you? Head over to www.spca.nz... to find your new best friend.

317 days ago

Poll: What issues have you encountered?

The Team from NZ Compare

New Year, New Connection! How's your broadband holding up?
Have you encountered any issues with your current broadband service in the past year? Share your thoughts and let's help each other out!

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What issues have you encountered?
  • 22.5% Slow speeds
    22.5% Complete
  • 40.2% Unstable Connection
    40.2% Complete
  • 28.6% Expensive Monthly Bills
    28.6% Complete
  • 4.9% Bad Customer Service
    4.9% Complete
  • 3.7% Limited Coverage
    3.7% Complete
405 votes
320 days ago

Vampire Power: Avoid the Invisible Lurker

The Team from NZ Compare

Do you know that even when you switch off your devices, like the TV or coffee machine, they might still be sucking up power?

But fear not! At Power Compare, we've got the tools to help you ward off these energy thieves and SAVE money. Discover how to combat vampire power and keep your … View more
Do you know that even when you switch off your devices, like the TV or coffee machine, they might still be sucking up power?

But fear not! At Power Compare, we've got the tools to help you ward off these energy thieves and SAVE money. Discover how to combat vampire power and keep your energy bills in check.
Learn more now

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321 days ago

Have you got a great recipe for pumpkin?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours, our readers love learning things from other readers, so we're looking for recipes for pumpkin to feature in the magazine. Send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz by January 26, 2024. Every published recipe wins a copy of the March issue of NZ Gardener.

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321 days ago

WIN 1 of 4 X $60 Gift Cards!

The Team from NZ Compare

Embark on a fantastic 2024 journey! WIN your share of $240 (We have 4 X $60 gift cards to giveaway).

Simply tell us which bill you want to SAVE on this year - is it your power bill, or maybe your broadband, mobile phone, or mortgage? CLICK below to participate.

NZ Compare 's 2024 goal … View more
Embark on a fantastic 2024 journey! WIN your share of $240 (We have 4 X $60 gift cards to giveaway).

Simply tell us which bill you want to SAVE on this year - is it your power bill, or maybe your broadband, mobile phone, or mortgage? CLICK below to participate.

NZ Compare 's 2024 goal is helping more Kiwis COMPARE and SAVE!

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321 days ago

Display it

The Team from Resene ColorShop Whakatane

Make the most of your open shelves with a refresh using Resene paints.

Find out how to bring out the best in your shelves with this easy to follow advice.

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321 days ago

Doug finds family at Ryman

Kiri Te Kanawa Retirement Village

Not all Ryman residents can claim viral internet sensation status – but Patrick Hogan Retirement Village’s Doug Lineham sure can!

It was during the live televised name reveal for Ryman Healthcare’s new Cambridge village on TVNZ’s Breakfast that presenter Matty McClean happened upon Doug.… View more
Not all Ryman residents can claim viral internet sensation status – but Patrick Hogan Retirement Village’s Doug Lineham sure can!

It was during the live televised name reveal for Ryman Healthcare’s new Cambridge village on TVNZ’s Breakfast that presenter Matty McClean happened upon Doug.

The resulting hilarious sequence of dry, but complimentary-to-Ryman, one-liners left the audience calling for Doug to have his own show. One fan even touted him as the next PM!

What viewers didn’t know, however, was that behind the droll exterior, Doug was dealing with the loss of his beloved wife Jan.

Click to read Doug's story.

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322 days ago

Announcing our Santa Paws winners

Southern Cross from Neighbourly Nz

A huge thank you to all those who entered our Santa Paws competition - what a joy to see so many festive pets!

And now the competition results you've all been waiting for... We now have our ten winners who will receive a $100 Prezzy® Card:- you can click on their names to see their … View more
A huge thank you to all those who entered our Santa Paws competition - what a joy to see so many festive pets!

And now the competition results you've all been waiting for... We now have our ten winners who will receive a $100 Prezzy® Card:- you can click on their names to see their entries.

Tracey Rose
Julie Chamberlain
Selina Chan
Alexi White
Robert Brumm
Maria Wood
Kerena Davidson
Julie Gregory
Mark Williams
Glen Adams

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324 days ago

Have you got New Zealand's best shed?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours, have you got New Zealand’s most amazing shed? If the answer is yes, we want to know! Resene and NZ Gardener are on the hunt for the country’s best shed. Send in your photos and stories behind your man caves, she sheds, clever storage spaces, cute chicken coops and potty potting… View moreDear neighbours, have you got New Zealand’s most amazing shed? If the answer is yes, we want to know! Resene and NZ Gardener are on the hunt for the country’s best shed. Send in your photos and stories behind your man caves, she sheds, clever storage spaces, cute chicken coops and potty potting sheds. The Resene Shed of the Year 2024 winners will be announced in the April 2024 issue of NZ Gardener, and the winner receives more than $2500 worth of prizes.

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