Whakatane District, Whakatane

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2964 days ago

Free Diabetes Screening

Debbie Cunliffe from

Celebrating World Diabetes Day - Tuesday 14th November

Would you like to find out if you have type two diabetes or are at risk of getting type two?

If you would like to know, come and see the team at SwitchedOn Exercise and Wellness Centre, 14b Hocking Street on Tuesday, 14th November 10-12 … View more
Celebrating World Diabetes Day - Tuesday 14th November

Would you like to find out if you have type two diabetes or are at risk of getting type two?

If you would like to know, come and see the team at SwitchedOn Exercise and Wellness Centre, 14b Hocking Street on Tuesday, 14th November 10-12 noon, where, for only $10 you can have a HbA1c test that will tell you what your risk is.

If you are at risk of developing type two diabetes or have type two diabetes then you are advised to make an appointment to speak to your GP or to one of the Diabetes Help team.

Call 07 9750005 or 07 5713422 to find out more

2964 days ago

Poll: Do you have a problem pothole in your community?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We've had word that the folk of Taranaki have more than their fair share of potholes - and we're keen to know how widespread the issue is in other communities around New Zealand. Do you have potholes popping up around your 'hood that need attention? Vote below.

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Do you have a problem pothole in your community?
  • 56.5% Yes - I know of multiple problem potholes
    56.5% Complete
  • 23.8% Yes - I know of 1-2 potholes in my neighbourhood
    23.8% Complete
  • 19.6% No - not aware of any
    19.6% Complete
2275 votes
2965 days ago

Want a chance to win a $1000 Gift Card?

New World

That's right, at your local New World, you could win a $1000 Gift Card. Every $40 you spend when you scan your Clubcard gives you another entry to unwrap an even merrier Christmas. T&Cs apply. Learn more

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2965 days ago

Women who have been through a divorce, please help!

Cheryl from Pukehina

I am writing an article about the wonderful unexpected things that emerged life after divorce and wondered if you could share a couple you found that I could include in my article please. My number 0272959116
Thank you I value your input.
I'm also conducting some research around divorce as I… View more
I am writing an article about the wonderful unexpected things that emerged life after divorce and wondered if you could share a couple you found that I could include in my article please. My number 0272959116
Thank you I value your input.
I'm also conducting some research around divorce as I am writing a program that will help other women find direction, plan their life moving forward, goal setting and empowering them to take charge and start living the life that they want. If you wouldn't mind answering a few questions 10 minutes of your time and for that I am happy to give you a free gift "wheel of life balance" please post me, phone or text me or email me cheryl@elitelifecoach.co.nz if you're interested in helping out.
Thank you again. Cheryl

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2966 days ago

Poll: Why are fewer teens drinking, smoking and partying?

Robert Steven Reporter from Taupō Times

Drinking, smoking and taking drugs is less popular than ever, according to a recent survey.

Are today's teenagers too well-behaved?

Link to article: www.stuff.co.nz...

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Why are fewer teens drinking, smoking and partying?
  • 50% Smartphone use is pacifying our youth - iPhones provide teens with enough fun
    50% Complete
  • 0% Taxes makes it too expensive to smoke or source booze
    0% Complete
  • 0% There's more pressure to succeed in their studies, so they can get a good job
    0% Complete
  • 0% Public health campaigns about the damage drugs and alcohol do are working
    0% Complete
  • 50% Parents are more liberal, so there's nothing to rebel against
    50% Complete
  • 0% Another reason... [click reply and mention in comments]
    0% Complete
2 votes
2966 days ago

2018 Sunshine and a Plate Food Festival tickets on sale soon

Richard Parfitt from Whakatāne District Council

Tickets for the third annual Air Chathams Sunshine and a Plate food festival are expected to be snapped up quickly when they go on sale this month.

The long-term goal for the food festival was for it to become a fixture on New Zealand’s food tourism map – and an icon event for the Eastern … View more
Tickets for the third annual Air Chathams Sunshine and a Plate food festival are expected to be snapped up quickly when they go on sale this month.

The long-term goal for the food festival was for it to become a fixture on New Zealand’s food tourism map – and an icon event for the Eastern Bay of Plenty.

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2967 days ago

Create Cocktails, Make Great Coffee at NZMA

NZMA

Want to train in the hospitality sector? With NZMA we’ll teach you the skills and get you work ready so you can land a great job in the hospitality industry. Get qualified in 20 weeks!

You’ll study:
• in a real bar, gain work experience in a real café,
• get lots of support and … View more
Want to train in the hospitality sector? With NZMA we’ll teach you the skills and get you work ready so you can land a great job in the hospitality industry. Get qualified in 20 weeks!

You’ll study:
• in a real bar, gain work experience in a real café,
• get lots of support and encouragement from your tutors,
• and graduate with a nationally recognised qualification.

We have our own dedicated employment team, NZMA Careers. NZMA Careers has relationships with over 100 reputable businesses throughout New Zealand which is a large advantage to their graduating students. Many of these employers are actively looking for potential employees.

Why don’t you come have a coffee and visit us for a Hamilton Campus tour. Know anyone or want to enrol - Courses start in November so get in touch and enrol today!
Find out more

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2967 days ago

Entertain the kids this weekend!

Armistice in Cambridge

Held at Karapiro, Armistice in Cambridge is a weekend celebration of NZ’s military heritage. Kids of all ages can row a Navy cutter, try archery, test their knot skills or fight a mock battle with paper swords and flour bombs in the WW1 trench!

This Saturday 11th and Sunday 12th November the … View more
Held at Karapiro, Armistice in Cambridge is a weekend celebration of NZ’s military heritage. Kids of all ages can row a Navy cutter, try archery, test their knot skills or fight a mock battle with paper swords and flour bombs in the WW1 trench!

This Saturday 11th and Sunday 12th November the event runs for two full days. If the kids perform 7 of the 20 activities on site (more than half of which are free) they can win a tank badge. Entry is $15 for adults and $5 for 12 and under.

More details on our Facebook page.
Find out more!

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2967 days ago

OUR PLACE Ko Konei - November 2017

Richard Parfitt from Whakatāne District Council

Your Whakatāne District Council Community Update for November is out. See the link to find out what’s on, what’s been happening and important news about the Whakatāne District.

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2968 days ago

Prizes for little engineers at MindLabKids.com!

MindLab Kids

Over at MindLabKids.com, 5-12 year olds are being challenged to design and create their very own working drawbridge. Watch Oopsie Daisy’s video challenge, create an account for your budding engineer, and have them upload their response on the website.

Get those drawbridges swinging open before… View more
Over at MindLabKids.com, 5-12 year olds are being challenged to design and create their very own working drawbridge. Watch Oopsie Daisy’s video challenge, create an account for your budding engineer, and have them upload their response on the website.

Get those drawbridges swinging open before 1st December and your little one will go into a prize draw to win a free MindLab Kids starter kit, the perfect kid-friendly toolbox for young makers and doers. Plus, the starter kit’s contents can be used to take on even more awesome educational challenges from home!
Find out more

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