Glen Avon - Waiwhakaiho, New Plymouth

Got some bits to give away?

Got some bits to give away?

Clear out that garage and pop it on Neighbourly Market for free.

109 days ago

Choice News Tuesday: Our celebrity albatross is due for its first flight soon!

Kia pai from Sharing the Good Stuff

The only mainland Royal Albatross breeding colony in the world can be found at Dunedin's Taiaroa Head. The Albatross are largest (and arguably the prettiest) seabird and is a taonga species to Māori.

Keen to see a fluffy royal albatross live? Head to the Royal Cam - a 24-hour live stream … View more
The only mainland Royal Albatross breeding colony in the world can be found at Dunedin's Taiaroa Head. The Albatross are largest (and arguably the prettiest) seabird and is a taonga species to Māori.

Keen to see a fluffy royal albatross live? Head to the Royal Cam - a 24-hour live stream of an albatross nest.

Why the live feed? Well, the royal albatross are slow-breeding birds, and lay only one egg every two years.
Currently the chick in the feed is in its post-guard period, and is left alone. The parents are only returning with food every few days. This little chick will be hitting a milestone really soon - it will finally take their first flight in September! Keep an eye on our little celebrity here.

We hope this link brings a smile!

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108 days ago

How Bowen Therapy works for you

Annemarie from Holistic Health Taranaki

“I don’t know how it works, but it WORKS!”🤔😁🥳🤩
That’s usually how my clients try to explain to their family and friends how Bowen helps them with their pain, discomfort, injuries, or chronic illness.
So if you don’t really know what Bowen Therapy is, and you kinda don’t … View more
“I don’t know how it works, but it WORKS!”🤔😁🥳🤩
That’s usually how my clients try to explain to their family and friends how Bowen helps them with their pain, discomfort, injuries, or chronic illness.
So if you don’t really know what Bowen Therapy is, and you kinda don’t want to ask me, have a look at this 5-minute video, explaining it really well. Click on [read more] to get to it.

And then if you think it’s time to try Bowen, because you have tried just about everything else, book yourself in. I’d love to work with you.💚
holistic-health-taranaki.au4.cliniko.com...

108 days ago

Refresh your home with Resene!

Resene

Get $40 off Resene’s quality range of 10L paints, wood stains, primers and sealers with your Resene DIY card.

Plus buy 1 60-80 mL testpot get 1 free! Visit your local Resene ColorShop or reseller and get started on your decorating project.

Choose from the widest range of Eco Choice approved… View more
Get $40 off Resene’s quality range of 10L paints, wood stains, primers and sealers with your Resene DIY card.

Plus buy 1 60-80 mL testpot get 1 free! Visit your local Resene ColorShop or reseller and get started on your decorating project.

Choose from the widest range of Eco Choice approved paints all made right here in New Zealand.
Learn more

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108 days ago

A guide to retirement living

Jean Sandel Retirement Village

At Ryman you'll find a perfect blend of independence and community. To learn more, read our guides to introduce you to life at Ryman, showcase our independent and assisted living options, and give clarity around the costs.

Click below to access your free guides to retirement living.

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117 days ago

Poll: Is restructuring the right tool for change?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Restructure.
A scary word that can make people uneasy—and for good reason. According to The Post, more than a third of New Zealand’s public services have recently faced it.

But why is restructuring the go-to strategy for driving change?

In The Post’s article '… View more
Restructure.
A scary word that can make people uneasy—and for good reason. According to The Post, more than a third of New Zealand’s public services have recently faced it.

But why is restructuring the go-to strategy for driving change?

In The Post’s article 'Reaching for change: Is our public service obsessed with restructuring?', doctoral candidate Annika Naschitzki from Victoria University is trying to understand repetitive restructuring.

New Zealand’s public service is often seen as risk-averse, slow-moving, and stuck. But interviewed staff indicate that they want change, that change is needed ... just not through restructuring.

Naschitzki doesn’t mince words: “We always have the same issues, but we keep trying to fix the same problem with the same hammer we've been using for decades.”

Are we leaning too heavily on structural change when real transformation might lie elsewhere? Perhaps through training, resourcing, tools, and practice, as Naschitzki suggests.

What do you think?
Is restructuring the right tool for meaningful change, or just a habit we can’t seem to break?
If you are wary of restructuring, how can we do better?
Tell us your thoughts in the comments!

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Is restructuring the right tool for change?
  • 7.4% Restructuring is the only option in the current climate
    7.4% Complete
  • 25.5% Can be great if done in consultation with staff doing the work
    25.5% Complete
  • 15.1% Any change is good, as long as we know what we are trying to achieve
    15.1% Complete
  • 14.1% No, restructuring consumes too much resourcing
    14.1% Complete
  • 35.6% There is no one-size-fits-all answer ...
    35.6% Complete
  • 2.2% Other - I will share below
    2.2% Complete
714 votes
110 days ago

Homeware

Louise from Oakura Coastal

$20 and under!
Great prices for entire stock clearance. Select your item and freshen up your home, studio, office or Air BnB. Suitable for all decors. Message on 0273597324 for your choice and parcel or pick up instructions. Gift wrapping included..

Price: $20

110 days ago

Homeware

Louise from Oakura Coastal

$15 or under! Huge clearance on all selected items. Suit all decors. Freshen up your home, office, studio or Air BnB. Subtle tones and sustainable purchasing.
Message me on 0272597324 direct for details and postage or pick up options.
Browse away :)

Price: $15

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111 days ago

WANTED: Boxing timber

Chris from Frankleigh Park

I am looking for some boxing timber, to create mowing strips. I’m happy to wash it and return to the owner if necessary or purchase it, for a good price. We are needing to create approximately 40 metres of mowing strips.

113 days ago

Scam Alert: Investment scam and remote access

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Be aware of an investment scam that is allowing access to people’s phones.

How it works: The scam encourages you to install an app from an unverified source. This requires that you change your phone settings.

❌ DO NOT allow your phone to install unknown apps.

Once the app is … View more
Be aware of an investment scam that is allowing access to people’s phones.

How it works: The scam encourages you to install an app from an unverified source. This requires that you change your phone settings.

❌ DO NOT allow your phone to install unknown apps.

Once the app is installed, the scammers can gain access to your phone’s info. This will impact you, but may also facilitate scams on people you know using information lifted from your phone and installed apps.

For more information, head to Own Your Online
If you get suspicious communication, please contact Netsafe.

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111 days ago

Strawberry plants

Carol from Glen Avon - Waiwhakaiho

I have about a dozen camerosa strawberry plants to give away if anyone would like them

Free

112 days ago

Sale

Jeni Kaerns from Red Cross Shop New Plymouth

Red Cross Op Shop 18 Gover st New Plymouth have a sale on Winter clothes so we can make room for our new season stock. Pants, tops and skirts from $1.00. Coats at great prices. Open 7 days. Monday to Friday 9.00 to 5.00. Saturday 9.00 to 4.00. Sunday 10.00 to 4.00

112 days ago

Live stronger for longer

ACC New Zealand

Stay active and keep doing the things you love.
Join a strength and balance class near you. With classes to suit every pace and ability, and trained instructors to guide you through, it’s a great way to keep healthy and make new friends. So you can live stronger for longer, and keep living the … View more
Stay active and keep doing the things you love.
Join a strength and balance class near you. With classes to suit every pace and ability, and trained instructors to guide you through, it’s a great way to keep healthy and make new friends. So you can live stronger for longer, and keep living the life you want. Find a class near you today.
Learn more

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112 days ago

Lunchtime Concert, Galvin & Rivers duo, Wednesday 20 August

Chris from Lynmouth - Moturoa

At the Methodist Centre, 12.15 pm, Wednesday August 20th.
This lunchtime concert features "Galvin & Rivers Duo". This consists of two well known musicians, Marion Rivers and Peter Galvin playing a selection of instruments including guitar, banjo, accordion, ukulele, washboard, … View more
At the Methodist Centre, 12.15 pm, Wednesday August 20th.
This lunchtime concert features "Galvin & Rivers Duo". This consists of two well known musicians, Marion Rivers and Peter Galvin playing a selection of instruments including guitar, banjo, accordion, ukulele, washboard, Northumberland pipes, Irish Whistle and more.
This duo loves playing for retirement villages, clubs, St. Paddy's day beer festivals and more with a wide range of genres and styles. Be prepared for some lively, toe tapping music. Koha for local charities.

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113 days ago

Create, Paint & Plant: A Fun Family DIY Project

The Team from Resene ColorShop New Plymouth

Get creative with your child (or grandchild) with this simple-to-make two-in-one DIY project – that repurposes fence palings as handy shelving finished in Resene Waterborne Woodsman Whero and turns one plant into 12 new ones to display on it. Find out how to make and finish your shelving and pots… View moreGet creative with your child (or grandchild) with this simple-to-make two-in-one DIY project – that repurposes fence palings as handy shelving finished in Resene Waterborne Woodsman Whero and turns one plant into 12 new ones to display on it. Find out how to make and finish your shelving and pots with these easy step by step instructions.

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113 days ago

Hawaiian Kahuna Bodywork, Oakura

Heidi from Oakura Coastal

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Aloha beautiful Souls.....in amazing bodies!!!
Come experience the beauty of an Hawaiian Kahuna Bodywork
A precious modality I have trained in/performed/co-facilitated teaching on and off for over 22 years.
This beautiful flow-form Bodywork is here to assist-to-shift Us through these times… View more
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Aloha beautiful Souls.....in amazing bodies!!!
Come experience the beauty of an Hawaiian Kahuna Bodywork
A precious modality I have trained in/performed/co-facilitated teaching on and off for over 22 years.
This beautiful flow-form Bodywork is here to assist-to-shift Us through these times we are living 🌀 Coming from Source to Move your Body/Soul/mind into ever greater Alignment, Ease and Expression of your truth

Through the application of oils to the skin, rhythmic flow with depth and Presence to Soften tension, Soothe stress, aches/pains and Awaken a new lease of vitality and joy in your Cells and Self.

My studio is just meters away from the beach in Oakura.

See link to book:
calendly.com...

Or contact Heidi 0274 870 867
heidi.rainbow@gmail.com

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