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The Young at Heart Festival, 1- 8 October, is a week of community-led events that celebrates our older community – parents, grandparents, friends and neighbours – who do so much for the city.
The festival wraps around the official International Day of Older … View morewww.whatsontauranga.co.nz...
The Young at Heart Festival, 1- 8 October, is a week of community-led events that celebrates our older community – parents, grandparents, friends and neighbours – who do so much for the city.
The festival wraps around the official International Day of Older Persons on Wednesday, 1 October 2025.
From fitness classes to workshops, the festival includes great events to get involved with, social events to make new friends and opportunities to share skills with the next generation.
Many of the activities offer a free taster just for the festival and are regularly running throughout the year. You never know, you might discover a new activity you absolutely love.
The Young at Heart Festival programme will soon be available to download here, or to pick up from any of our Te Ao Mārama City Libraries.
It’s been a little full-on at the office lately, and the Neighbourly team found ourselves chatting about something we all experience: stress.
We got talking about the power of nature — green spaces like parks, bush walks, or even just sitting under a tree, and blue spaces like the ocean, … View moreIt’s been a little full-on at the office lately, and the Neighbourly team found ourselves chatting about something we all experience: stress.
We got talking about the power of nature — green spaces like parks, bush walks, or even just sitting under a tree, and blue spaces like the ocean, lakes, or rivers. Research agrees: being in nature really does help calm the mind. We’re lucky here in Aotearoa to have such beautiful spots right on our doorstep!
But sometimes, getting out for a walk or escaping to the beach isn’t an option. So we’re curious...
We want to know: What do you do to find a moment of calm when life gets a bit too much?
A hot cuppa? A good playlist? Staring out the window?
Let us know ... your go-to might help someone else breathe a little easier, too.
An unusual request please !, for the Tauranga area. My husband has a CPAP unit and wears a CPAP mask for Sleep Apnea, and his mask has broken. Does anyone have a mask they now don't use which we could get ?. It is an older mask – a Fisher and Paykel Healthcare Flexifit 431 ( the number… View moreAn unusual request please !, for the Tauranga area. My husband has a CPAP unit and wears a CPAP mask for Sleep Apnea, and his mask has broken. Does anyone have a mask they now don't use which we could get ?. It is an older mask – a Fisher and Paykel Healthcare Flexifit 431 ( the number is IMPORTANT) with black headpiece bands. New ones DO NOT suit for his sore head, if anyone has a MASK they no longer need – that would be MAGIC please. Bev on 0274756029.
A Father’s Day Gift
A subscription to the Tauranga SeniorNet Club Inc. offers its Members who are all senior adults encouragement and enable Fathers, Sons, Brothers to confidently use their Phone, Laptop, Tablet, iPhone or iPad devices.
You will find more information about the club, which is… View moreA Father’s Day Gift
A subscription to the Tauranga SeniorNet Club Inc. offers its Members who are all senior adults encouragement and enable Fathers, Sons, Brothers to confidently use their Phone, Laptop, Tablet, iPhone or iPad devices.
You will find more information about the club, which is a Registered Charity and operated by volunteers who encourage and coach Seniors in a friendly environment to use modern technology in their everyday lives.
Check out the club’s continuously updated website which includes how to contact the club. Information in the site has how to join, all fees, membership registration and course enrolment forms plus course and workshop programs,. Online banking is available.
Tauranga SeniorNet Club Inc. www.taurangaseniornet.co.nz...
Hi does anyone have any spray free stinging nettle on their property, I just need a little with some roots to put into a herb box, I'll be using it for the medicinal uses, must be chemical free. Thank you
Brush up your painting skills and brighten your wash days. There’s no two ways about it, doing laundry is a chore so why not inject a sense of fun into it with a quick refresh? Paint a striped ceiling with Resene SpaceCote Flat, a blackboard with Resene FX Blackboard Paint, stencil words with … View moreBrush up your painting skills and brighten your wash days. There’s no two ways about it, doing laundry is a chore so why not inject a sense of fun into it with a quick refresh? Paint a striped ceiling with Resene SpaceCote Flat, a blackboard with Resene FX Blackboard Paint, stencil words with Resene SpaceCote Flat and Resene Enamacryl. Find out how to refresh your laundry with these easy step by step instructions.
Hey neighbours!
Ever feel like you’re running on empty? Between work, family, and everything else, sleep often gets pushed to the back burner. But a good night’s sleep really does make a difference for mood, energy, and overall health.
This article talks about why more Kiwis are choosing to … View moreHey neighbours!
Ever feel like you’re running on empty? Between work, family, and everything else, sleep often gets pushed to the back burner. But a good night’s sleep really does make a difference for mood, energy, and overall health.
This article talks about why more Kiwis are choosing to invest in better sleep — and how Beds4U can help you find a mattress that actually works for you. Check out the article here: www.stuff.co.nz...
Would love to hear how you all make time for rest in your busy lives!
Smart Motion e-bike with;
- rain jacket
- hi viz
- spare tyre kit
- lock
- helmet
Sale due to Not using it.
Some of the best moments are shared over food. That’s why we’re giving you 10,000 New World Dollars when you sign up to an independent apartment or townhouse by 30 September 2025.*
We’ll cover the grocery bills, so you can spend less time worrying about what’s in the trolley and more … View moreSome of the best moments are shared over food. That’s why we’re giving you 10,000 New World Dollars when you sign up to an independent apartment or townhouse by 30 September 2025.*
We’ll cover the grocery bills, so you can spend less time worrying about what’s in the trolley and more time enjoying who’s around the table.
And because life at Ryman means less home maintenance, you’ll have even more time for the things you love.
*Participating villages only, promotion terms and Clubcard terms and conditions apply.
Every week, our Tauranga donor centre, located at Level 1, 93 Cameron Road, needs 150 plasma donations and 90 blood donations to keep up with growing demand. Currently, we're falling short as winter ills and chills are still causing many of our donors to cancel or reschedule their … View moreEvery week, our Tauranga donor centre, located at Level 1, 93 Cameron Road, needs 150 plasma donations and 90 blood donations to keep up with growing demand. Currently, we're falling short as winter ills and chills are still causing many of our donors to cancel or reschedule their appointments. If you’re around, in good health,and able to donate, please book an appointment and save lives today!
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 moreGet $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.
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.
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 moreRestructure.
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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