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3002 days ago

Congratulations to our winners!

Student Job Search

Congratulations to our winners! Check your emails to see if you have won 5 hours of household help from Student Job Search. Thank you to everyone who entered - If you’re still looking for some extra help at home (or at the office!) you can list a job for FREE online with Student Job Search, or … View moreCongratulations to our winners! Check your emails to see if you have won 5 hours of household help from Student Job Search. Thank you to everyone who entered - If you’re still looking for some extra help at home (or at the office!) you can list a job for FREE online with Student Job Search, or call 0800 757 565 and we’ll find a local student in your neighbourhood to get the job done! Find out more

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3003 days ago

Poll: Mauao carries $1.35 million cost

Matt Shand Reporter from

A trip to Mauao is on the must-do list for most visitors to Tauranga, but maintaining the track has carried a $1.35 million cost to ratepayers over the last three years.

While the majority of that figure has been budgeted expenditure from Tauranga City Council, but unbudgeted expenditure is … View more
A trip to Mauao is on the must-do list for most visitors to Tauranga, but maintaining the track has carried a $1.35 million cost to ratepayers over the last three years.

While the majority of that figure has been budgeted expenditure from Tauranga City Council, but unbudgeted expenditure is becoming more common, forcing some to question if the walking track can remain free forever.

Do you think a user pays arrangement is needed to ease pressure of ratepayers?

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Mauao carries $1.35 million cost
  • 26.5% Yes
    26.5% Complete
  • 73.5% No
    73.5% Complete
49 votes
3003 days ago

Thames garden that grows friendships

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Meet the 2017 GARDENA Gardener of the Year finalist from Thames. Rebecca Manley-Campbell and Samantha Claire say the garden they work in grow more than just fruits, flowers and vegetables.

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3004 days ago

The countdown is on to our 125th Jubilee Show!

Waikato A&P Association

Hi Neighbours, the 125th Jubilee of the Waikato A&P Show is on 27th - 29th October. Mark the date in your diary now and visit our NEW LOOK WEBSITE!

Here's what you need to know for your Waikato A&P Show entries.

- Late entries will be received to 9th October with a late fee, and … View more
Hi Neighbours, the 125th Jubilee of the Waikato A&P Show is on 27th - 29th October. Mark the date in your diary now and visit our NEW LOOK WEBSITE!

Here's what you need to know for your Waikato A&P Show entries.

- Late entries will be received to 9th October with a late fee, and no guarantee of your name in the catalogue.

- Beef, Dairy Cattle and Alpacas need TB Certificates. Rams need Brucellosis Certificates. It's compulsory.

- Equestrian: Original Height Certificates are required for the ring only, not with entries.

- All sections: Confirmation forms for the ring are being sent out soon with Gate / Exhibitors Passes.

- Trade site applications are still being received but need to be paid on application. All current trade stall holders - your invoices are now due in full.

- SCHOOLS: Register now for the farm trail so kids can receive their booklets.

- COMPETITION: Cow Colouring Competition - print your entry form here. Prizes to be won. Watch the local papers also.

- COMPETITION: Snapshot Camera Photographic Competition is open to all ages - download your entry form here. Cash prizes.

- Sponsorships are due in now, especially images for the catalogue if applicable. Email to: accounts@waikatoaandp.co.nz or info@waikatoaandp.co.nz
Enter here!

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3004 days ago

SH33 Te Ngae Junction to Paengaroa road safety improvements

NZ Transport Agency

We’re making SH33 between Te Ngae and Paengaroa safer, but we want to make sure we’ve got it right. Come see us at a community drop in session. Wed 11 Oct, Paengaroa Hall, 3pm-6pm. Thurs 12 Oct, Okere Falls Store, 3pm-6pm. Fri 13 Oct, Pikiao Rugby League Club, Mourea, 1pm-4pm.

Can’t make … View more
We’re making SH33 between Te Ngae and Paengaroa safer, but we want to make sure we’ve got it right. Come see us at a community drop in session. Wed 11 Oct, Paengaroa Hall, 3pm-6pm. Thurs 12 Oct, Okere Falls Store, 3pm-6pm. Fri 13 Oct, Pikiao Rugby League Club, Mourea, 1pm-4pm.

Can’t make it? Take a look at our project update, then complete the feedback form online.
Find out more

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3005 days ago

Petunia power

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Looking for some pretty petunias? Proven Winners NZ is supporting the NZ Breast Cancer Foundation by donating 50 cents for every Bubblegum Petunia purchased, from Oct 1.

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3005 days ago

Today is International Day of the Older Persons!

The Team from Age Concern New Zealand

Today is International Day of the Older Persons (IDOP). IDOP has been celebrated around the world since 1991. It’s a day to highlight the significant contributions older people bring to society and to raise awareness of issues affecting older people such as abuse and discrimination. Join Age … View moreToday is International Day of the Older Persons (IDOP). IDOP has been celebrated around the world since 1991. It’s a day to highlight the significant contributions older people bring to society and to raise awareness of issues affecting older people such as abuse and discrimination. Join Age Concern today as we celebrate the important role older people have in our society.

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3005 days ago

Pollard Cup Weekend 7th September.

Dixie from Whakatane District

Kia Ora
Ae It's that time of the year,season our Rugby between Minginui and Te Whaiti will be played on this weekend
Venue Minginui Club see you all there whanau bring your boots and support for our home teams

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3006 days ago

Cultured and Fermented Foods Workshop

Anne from Whakatane District

Learn how to make your own probiotic superfoods at home.

- Kefir, dairy and non-dairy
- Kombucha
- Fermented vegetables

They are easy and cheap to make yourself. I will demonstrate how to make them and there will be plenty of opportunity to ask questions. The workshop will include … View more
Learn how to make your own probiotic superfoods at home.

- Kefir, dairy and non-dairy
- Kombucha
- Fermented vegetables

They are easy and cheap to make yourself. I will demonstrate how to make them and there will be plenty of opportunity to ask questions. The workshop will include instruction handouts, recipes and tasting. You will also take home a jar of Kombucha starter ( Scoby and starter tea).

I am running two workshops:
Sunday 8 October, 9.30am to 12pm at Pou Whakaaro
Sunday, 15 October, 2pm to 4.30pm at Eastbay REAP

Cost $35

You can register for the workshop by emailing me at culturedhealing@gmail.com, or pm me on facebook.

Kind regards
Ana Busch
Integrative Health Coach (IIN)

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3006 days ago

Register your event this Conservation Week

The Team from Department of Conservation

It’s Conservation Week next month. You can celebrate by showing your backyard some love, through getting involved in activities and events either in your own backyard or in our big New Zealand backyard.

Do you have a conservation event that you’d like to have featured on our website? List… View more
It’s Conservation Week next month. You can celebrate by showing your backyard some love, through getting involved in activities and events either in your own backyard or in our big New Zealand backyard.

Do you have a conservation event that you’d like to have featured on our website? List it here: List your event

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3008 days ago

Fraudsters targeting elderly

Reporter Taupō Times

There have been cases of fraudsters targeting the elderly by telephoning them and saying something is wrong with their computer and then giving them credit card details to 'fix' the problem.

Do you know of anyone who is a victim to these scams?

*Type NFP if you don't want … View more
There have been cases of fraudsters targeting the elderly by telephoning them and saying something is wrong with their computer and then giving them credit card details to 'fix' the problem.

Do you know of anyone who is a victim to these scams?

*Type NFP if you don't want your comment published.

3008 days ago

3D Modeling and Animation

Anaru from Whakatane District

Something the kids can really utilize in the growing world of apps and digital use

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