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2645 days ago

Temporary homes needed for adoption dogs!

Communications from Western Bay of Plenty District Council

We are looking for temporary carers to look after our adoption dogs while they are waiting to go to their forever homes. All dogs are vet checked and vaccinated and we will supply you with all the necessities including food. If you are able to foster dogs for a short or long time we are very … View moreWe are looking for temporary carers to look after our adoption dogs while they are waiting to go to their forever homes. All dogs are vet checked and vaccinated and we will supply you with all the necessities including food. If you are able to foster dogs for a short or long time we are very interested in having a chat with you!

There is a form to fill out on our website: bit.ly... or you can call our friendly Animals Services Team on 0800 926 732.

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2645 days ago

Tinkers gather for Thames Steampunk workshops

Teresa Ramsey Reporter from Hauraki Herald

Tinkers of all ages are gathering at the new Steampunk Central arts hub in Thames for a series of workshops.
All workshops will be held at Steampunk Central, 300a Cochrane St, on Saturdays and during the school holidays.

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2645 days ago

Only two weeks to go until #RestartAHeart Day! ❤️

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Did you know each minute without CPR reduces survival by 10%? The Goodsam app aims to get help to you faster by alerting good samaritans nearby who are trained in first aid.

If you are CPR certified and know how to use an AED, register as a responder today. Let's give those undergoing cardiac… View more
Did you know each minute without CPR reduces survival by 10%? The Goodsam app aims to get help to you faster by alerting good samaritans nearby who are trained in first aid.

If you are CPR certified and know how to use an AED, register as a responder today. Let's give those undergoing cardiac arrest the best chance of survival!

#NSNZemergencypreparedness

2646 days ago

Steampunk novel published

Teresa Ramsey Reporter from Hauraki Herald

Thames author Dianne McLean-Folau has published her first novel, Out of Time, which has been nominated for an international award.

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2646 days ago

Looking for dog beds, crates, blankets!

Communications from Western Bay of Plenty District Council

This is a shout out for any old blankets, sheets, towels, dog beds etc for animal pounds and foster carers. If you have any you are happy to donate please pop them into an area office or to our Barkes Corner office. Animal Services are also in short supply of dog crates for foster families to use … View moreThis is a shout out for any old blankets, sheets, towels, dog beds etc for animal pounds and foster carers. If you have any you are happy to donate please pop them into an area office or to our Barkes Corner office. Animal Services are also in short supply of dog crates for foster families to use and to lend out to new mums and dads until they get their own.

Take a look at our drop off locations: www.westernbay.govt.nz...

All donations are gratefully accepted and thanks in advance!

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2646 days ago

Te Aroha Christmas Craft Market

Nerina from Te Aroha

1st of October today. We have just over a month to go before the Te Aroha Christmas Craft Market. Final day for payment is 26th October. If you are wanting to have a stall please get in touch ASAP so that I can get the application form to you and get you on the site plan. Please send me a PM or… View more1st of October today. We have just over a month to go before the Te Aroha Christmas Craft Market. Final day for payment is 26th October. If you are wanting to have a stall please get in touch ASAP so that I can get the application form to you and get you on the site plan. Please send me a PM or phone me on 0273403715 to get this sorted. Let us help the charities that need our help for Christmas.

2646 days ago

Poll: Should plastic straws be removed from all NZ supermarkets?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

You won't be able to find plastic straws in Countdown stores from October 1 - they're off the shelves! To read more, click here.

Countdown is removing them from all stores and replacing them with a range of alternatives including bamboo, metal and paper straws.

The … View more
Hi neighbours,

You won't be able to find plastic straws in Countdown stores from October 1 - they're off the shelves! To read more, click here.

Countdown is removing them from all stores and replacing them with a range of alternatives including bamboo, metal and paper straws.

The supermarket's move is expected to remove 11.6 million straws from circulation and the waste stream each year. WOW.

Do you think other NZ supermarkets should follow suit?

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Should plastic straws be removed from all NZ supermarkets?
  • 77.6% Yes, let's get rid of them
    77.6% Complete
  • 22.4% No, plastic straws are useful
    22.4% Complete
2774 votes
2646 days ago

If the warranty has ended, it doesn't mean your rights have!

Sacha Green from Citizens Advice Bureau New Zealand

When you buy goods you have rights that protect you even if the warranty has expired. A warranty is extra to the protections in the Consumer Guarantees Act (CGA) and can’t override or replace these. This means a retailer can't just say you're out of luck because the warranty period has … View moreWhen you buy goods you have rights that protect you even if the warranty has expired. A warranty is extra to the protections in the Consumer Guarantees Act (CGA) and can’t override or replace these. This means a retailer can't just say you're out of luck because the warranty period has ended.

The CGA says that products have to be of an acceptable quality which means they must be fit for purpose (or do what they're made to do), last for a reasonable amount of time, be safe, and be free from any minor defects. What is “acceptable quality” is based on what you could reasonably expect taking into account things like the nature of the goods, what you paid for them, and any particular statements made about the goods.

If you have a problem with something you’ve bought and the warranty period has ended, you might still be entitled to have it repaired or replaced. Check out our information on your rights as a consumer or phone CAB on 0800 367 222.

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2646 days ago

We're hitting the road!

The Team from Neighbours Aotearoa

Our road trip is happening soon! We're hitting the road in the lead-up to our 10th celebration of Neighbours Day (March 22 - 31 2019: Celebrating 10 years with 10 days of celebrations) and are on the hunt for organisations, places and people who would like to host us along the way, chat about … View moreOur road trip is happening soon! We're hitting the road in the lead-up to our 10th celebration of Neighbours Day (March 22 - 31 2019: Celebrating 10 years with 10 days of celebrations) and are on the hunt for organisations, places and people who would like to host us along the way, chat about the work they’re doing, or help us run workshops.

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2647 days ago

Poll: Who did you want to win The Block NZ?

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

Hey neighbours, well that's The Block NZ over for another year... were you happy with the result?

If you missed it, you can relive all the action and drama of the auction here or check out our Block winners round-up, here.

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Who did you want to win The Block NZ?
  • 6.4% House 1 - Claire and Agni
    6.4% Complete
  • 42.2% House 2 - Ben and Tom
    42.2% Complete
  • 15.7% House 3 - Chlo and Em
    15.7% Complete
  • 35.7% House 4 - Amy and Stu
    35.7% Complete
1227 votes
2647 days ago

Re: Daylight savings and blood glucose meters

Debbie Cunliffe from

If you need a hand updating the date/time on your blood glucose meter then pop into the Diabetes Centre @ Graced tomorrow between 10-12 noon or ring our INFOline 07 5713422

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