Whakatane District, Whakatane

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3023 days ago

New Home Builders Info Session coming up!

The Team from Jennian Homes

Thinking about building or curious about how best to do it? Join a Jennian New Home Builders Information Session.

These completely FREE information evenings are designed to ensure your new build experience is filled with plenty of 'OH YES' moments. No matter your budget or levels of … View more
Thinking about building or curious about how best to do it? Join a Jennian New Home Builders Information Session.

These completely FREE information evenings are designed to ensure your new build experience is filled with plenty of 'OH YES' moments. No matter your budget or levels of experience - you'll leave your Information Session with greater insights into:
• Establishing your construction budget
• Avoiding hidden costs
• Saving money by building an environmentally friendly home
• Planning the home you've always wanted

Your local Jennian team would love to meet you - to share our construction industry knowledge and to find out how we can help get into your dream home. Come along with any questions you might have and learn how to avoid ‘OH NO’ moments. Find out more at jennianinfo.com
Register now

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3023 days ago

Waikato A&P Show entries due by 25th September

Waikato A&P Association

This year is the 125th Jubilee of the Waikato A&P Show. Exhibitors entering the competitions for alpaca, anglo-nubian goat, beef, dairy cattle, dairy goat, equestrian, sheep, and sheep dog trials have until 25th September 2017 to get their entries in.

Click here to download the entry forms … View more
This year is the 125th Jubilee of the Waikato A&P Show. Exhibitors entering the competitions for alpaca, anglo-nubian goat, beef, dairy cattle, dairy goat, equestrian, sheep, and sheep dog trials have until 25th September 2017 to get their entries in.

Click here to download the entry forms and schedules for the show.

Mark the dates in your diary - the show is on Friday 27th to Sunday 29th October.

Don't miss the exhibitor entry deadline of 25th September!
Enter now

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3023 days ago

Taupo cafe Salute opens crepe kitchen

Robert Steven Reporter from Taupō Times

Saluté Cafe on Horomatangi St has opened a dedicated Crêpe Escape kitchen...

3024 days ago

Voting is now open!

Electoral Commission

Hi neighbours! Did you know that voting is now open for the 2017 General Election? This means you can vote whenever you’re ready.

You can even enrol at any advance voting place if you haven’t already.

To find your closest advance voting place, simply check your EasyVote pack or you can … View more
Hi neighbours! Did you know that voting is now open for the 2017 General Election? This means you can vote whenever you’re ready.

You can even enrol at any advance voting place if you haven’t already.

To find your closest advance voting place, simply check your EasyVote pack or you can check here.
Find out more

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3026 days ago

This why we need you...

Anneke from Whakatane District

This is Rocket, first Kiwi chick's of 2017.

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3026 days ago

What's In Season this Spring?

SuperValue New Zealand

Spring has sprung! Whether it's the blooming daffodils, warmer weather, longer days or summer dishes being whipped up in the kitchen - there's a lot to love about this season! Some of our most favourite fruit and vegetables are being introduced and are more plentiful in supermarkets, … View moreSpring has sprung! Whether it's the blooming daffodils, warmer weather, longer days or summer dishes being whipped up in the kitchen - there's a lot to love about this season! Some of our most favourite fruit and vegetables are being introduced and are more plentiful in supermarkets, including spring onions, silverbeet, broccoli, tamarillos and avocados. Check out our facts and tips on avocados and what else is in-season! What's in season?

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3026 days ago

Halo Trapping project

Anneke from Whakatane District

Hello Peeps,

Get in touch with David Milne or me if you would like a stout trap in your backyard.
Baby Kiwi 's are hatching now so we need to protect these precious chick's. Well done Ridgeline Trappers!!
For more info go to Halo Whakatane Facebook page.

3027 days ago

Spring is here - Look out for Myrtle Rust

Ministry for Primary Industries

Myrtle Rust is a fungus that can destroy our native and taonga myrtle trees such as ramarama, pōhutukawa, mānuka and bottle brush. It has been dormant over the winter months due to the lower temperatures, but with spring now here Myrtle Rust could thrive and become easier to spot. If you see it, … View moreMyrtle Rust is a fungus that can destroy our native and taonga myrtle trees such as ramarama, pōhutukawa, mānuka and bottle brush. It has been dormant over the winter months due to the lower temperatures, but with spring now here Myrtle Rust could thrive and become easier to spot. If you see it, DO NOT TOUCH OR DISTURB THE PLANT. Take photos and call MPI immediately on 0800 80 99 66. Find out more

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3035 days ago

Fibre Internet

Reporter Taupō Times

Do you have fibre internet? What do you love about it? Would you recommend others to make the transition?

(Type NFP if you don't want your comments printed)

* Taupo is proving slower to make the transition to fibre than other towns like Blenheim, Rotorua and Waiuku, with just 3,867 homes… View more
Do you have fibre internet? What do you love about it? Would you recommend others to make the transition?

(Type NFP if you don't want your comments printed)

* Taupo is proving slower to make the transition to fibre than other towns like Blenheim, Rotorua and Waiuku, with just 3,867 homes and businesses having made the move to fibre so far out of the nearly 13,000 who have access.

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3030 days ago

How much do our customers save?

Electric from Auckland Central

Hey everyone. Over the past year over 1000 customers provided us with a bill from their previous supplier when they joined. We ran the numbers, and we’re proud to say that customers switching to Electric Kiwi save $240 a year on average! Maybe that’s why we are NZ's fastest growing power … View moreHey everyone. Over the past year over 1000 customers provided us with a bill from their previous supplier when they joined. We ran the numbers, and we’re proud to say that customers switching to Electric Kiwi save $240 a year on average! Maybe that’s why we are NZ's fastest growing power company?

Want to know what you could save? Head to our online calculator.
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3031 days ago

Edgecumbe Flood Party

Michele from Whakatane District

Don't forget this Saturday 9th September eight hours of music with 8 bands, Stall and food vendors. Hip Hop dance crew, Colin & LJ from 1XX are the MC's. All money raised is goining to 1XX Charitable Trust for the Edgecumbe Flood Victims. Rain or Shine its going to happen. Come down, … View moreDon't forget this Saturday 9th September eight hours of music with 8 bands, Stall and food vendors. Hip Hop dance crew, Colin & LJ from 1XX are the MC's. All money raised is goining to 1XX Charitable Trust for the Edgecumbe Flood Victims. Rain or Shine its going to happen. Come down, lots of spot prizes, freebies for the kids, $20 adults and under 15's a gold coin. Come and have some fun at Te Teko Race course this Saturday.
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3031 days ago

Families kindle hope, as search for men lost in Tongariro enters its third week

Robert Steven Reporter from Taupō Times

Imagine standing in a dense forest. 
Imagine calling out a name and throwing your voice, full of love, into the bush.
Two families have been calling out for their sons for 20 days now.
A phone call ...

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