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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 moreOver 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!
We've teamed up with Paw Justice to stand up for the 1.6 million cats and dogs that live as part of a family in New Zealand. This charity unite good pet owners and animal lovers together to tell the nation that animal abuse is wrong and not to be tolerated. Join us at FreshChoice in donating … View moreWe've teamed up with Paw Justice to stand up for the 1.6 million cats and dogs that live as part of a family in New Zealand. This charity unite good pet owners and animal lovers together to tell the nation that animal abuse is wrong and not to be tolerated. Join us at FreshChoice in donating towards Paw Justice. The coin donation boxes are located in all FreshChoice supermarkets at the checkout.
Join your voice with ours - become the voice for the animals.
Ever wondered what a healthy diet looks like? One that's lower in carbohydrate but higher in fat? Come along and hear Professor Grant Schofield at Classic Flyers on Monday 27th November, 3pm. This event is not just for people at risk of or living with diabetes, and could change your life! … View moreEver wondered what a healthy diet looks like? One that's lower in carbohydrate but higher in fat? Come along and hear Professor Grant Schofield at Classic Flyers on Monday 27th November, 3pm. This event is not just for people at risk of or living with diabetes, and could change your life! Details attached.
Call our INFOLine for more details 07 571 3422
Have you signed up as an Age Concern Dignity Champion? Our Dignity Champions stand up with us to help change attitudes and behaviours that devalue older people. Older people are not 'burdens'. Older adults bring a wealth of knowledge, skills and talents to society. By becoming an Age … View moreHave you signed up as an Age Concern Dignity Champion? Our Dignity Champions stand up with us to help change attitudes and behaviours that devalue older people. Older people are not 'burdens'. Older adults bring a wealth of knowledge, skills and talents to society. By becoming an Age Concern Dignity Champion you pledge to treat every older person with respect and dignity- it's that easy. Let's combat ageism in New Zealand. Details on how to sign up are on our website. bit.ly...
There is a nationwide shortage of skilled tradespeople! Join us at our Trades Career Day: Saturday 25th November 12-3pm at our Rotokauri campus, Hamilton. Explore our facilities, meet the tutors and enjoy a BBQ lunch. All welcome!
Our 2018 trades scholarships provide you with one year of … View moreThere is a nationwide shortage of skilled tradespeople! Join us at our Trades Career Day: Saturday 25th November 12-3pm at our Rotokauri campus, Hamilton. Explore our facilities, meet the tutors and enjoy a BBQ lunch. All welcome!
Our 2018 trades scholarships provide you with one year of fee-free* study. These qualifications will set you up for a career in trades with great earning potential.
* T&Cs apply.
The Kiwi Camping Expo is on this weekend! View our whole tent and shelter range on display, as well as our furniture and camping gear.
Tauranga Racecourse
9am-4pm Saturday 11th and Sunday 12th November
There are great expo-only discounts across our entire product range as well as $1000 … View moreThe Kiwi Camping Expo is on this weekend! View our whole tent and shelter range on display, as well as our furniture and camping gear.
Tauranga Racecourse
9am-4pm Saturday 11th and Sunday 12th November
There are great expo-only discounts across our entire product range as well as $1000 worth of prizes being given away each day! One happy camper will also WIN a family camping package worth $2200!
There are games for the kids and SCOUTS New Zealand onsite with a sausage sizzle! Bring the whole family down. Eat, laugh, play and score great deals on fantastic camping equipment.
Just two weeks in and we've already received dozens of AMAZING applications. In case you didn't notice that sweet little "Colour Your Community" tab on the left hand side of your Neighbourly Home page, here's what's happening...
We've teamed up with our friends… View moreJust two weeks in and we've already received dozens of AMAZING applications. In case you didn't notice that sweet little "Colour Your Community" tab on the left hand side of your Neighbourly Home page, here's what's happening...
We've teamed up with our friends at Resene to offer Neighbourly members the chance to apply for one of six prizes to transform a spot in their community that needs a refresh, a spruce or a makeover. You could win up $1000 worth of Resene paints, wood stains and accessories - plus there's spot prizes just for applying! The initiative extends to individuals, organisations, schools, charities, businesses, anyone who wants to make a positive difference in their community. So what are you waiting for?! Apply now.
Are you buying Christmas gifts for loved ones overseas? You can enjoy a 10% early bird discount on International Air Parcels when you send by 12th November. Simply pay for and print your postage online. It's not only a nice little saving but also a great way to beat the festive season rush.
An Auckland mum is fuming after her daughter came home saying she wouldn't be sitting her NCEA exams unless her school donations were paid. What are your thoughts? Do you think voluntary parental school donations should be . . . .
READ MORE: www.stuff.co.nz...
Hi neighbours,
Rotorua Boys' High School and Rotorua Girls' High School will be the first schools in the country to add a NCEA-accredited police studies subject to their curriculum.
REDA MORE: www.stuff.co.nz...
Do you think this is a good idea?
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Rotorua Boys' High School and Rotorua Girls' High School will be the first schools in the country to add a NCEA-accredited police studies subject to their curriculum.
REDA MORE: www.stuff.co.nz...
Do you think this is a good idea?
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If you're thinking about building a home, there's some important information that you need to be aware of before you get underway. Register for FREE at attend an info session near you, so that you can hear why new builds are in HOT demand - and how we're helping locals in your … View moreIf you're thinking about building a home, there's some important information that you need to be aware of before you get underway. Register for FREE at attend an info session near you, so that you can hear why new builds are in HOT demand - and how we're helping locals in your community.
Our team of Jennian experts are here to help and would love to meet you. Come along to this complimentary Home Builders Info Session on us, we'll be sharing our construction industry knowledge and to find out how we can help get into your dream home. Feel free to ask us any questions you might have about building in summer or any time of the year!
hi neighbours,
Tamati Coffey has been warned by a viewer against speaking Māori too often.
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The viewer said people would switch off his new programme if he didn't stop speaking Te Reo. So what do you think? Would you change the channel?
Hi neighbours,
We can finally reveal how much the Rotorua mayoral legal battle cost ratepayers: $63,487.48.
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What do you think of the costs?
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At Heartland Bank, we share Neighbourly’s commitment to Kiwi communities and we’re proud to offer seniors the opportunity to stay in the home they love.
A house is more than bricks and mortar and a community is more than a boundary on a map; both are full of memories and comfortable … View moreAt Heartland Bank, we share Neighbourly’s commitment to Kiwi communities and we’re proud to offer seniors the opportunity to stay in the home they love.
A house is more than bricks and mortar and a community is more than a boundary on a map; both are full of memories and comfortable connectedness. If your parent is having a tough time making ends meet, but don’t want to sell their home to fund the things they need or want, consider talking to them about releasing some equity in their home with a Heartland Reverse Mortgage.
Acquire new and adaptable skills. With a Bachelor of Arts, you’ll be ready to take on the changing world. Our courses have been designed to give you the skills employers are looking for – critical thinking, communication and problem solving nous. With 26 majors on offer you can study what … View moreAcquire new and adaptable skills. With a Bachelor of Arts, you’ll be ready to take on the changing world. Our courses have been designed to give you the skills employers are looking for – critical thinking, communication and problem solving nous. With 26 majors on offer you can study what you’re passionate about, while gaining valuable knowledge that will serve you now and in the future.
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