Matua, Tauranga

It is beginning to look a lot like Christmas!

It is beginning to look a lot like Christmas!

Do you have any festive tips your community needs to know about? Post them here!

3046 days ago

Poll: What section of the Sunday Star-Times do you enjoy reading the most?

Reporter Sunday Star Times

Tell us more about what you look forward to reading each week.

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What section of the Sunday Star-Times do you enjoy reading the most?
  • 51% News
    51% Complete
  • 10.5% Focus Features
    10.5% Complete
  • 3.5% Columns
    3.5% Complete
  • 35% Sunday Magazine
    35% Complete
314 votes
3046 days ago

The untold story of the fatal Battle of Baghak

Reporter Sunday Star Times

Afghan soldiers who fought shoulder to shoulder with New Zealand troops against insurgents in a deadly battle have spoken for the first time and described what really went on.

The soldiers were in the Battle of Baghak in August 2012 when two New Zealanders and four Afghans died, but were never … View more
Afghan soldiers who fought shoulder to shoulder with New Zealand troops against insurgents in a deadly battle have spoken for the first time and described what really went on.

The soldiers were in the Battle of Baghak in August 2012 when two New Zealanders and four Afghans died, but were never interviewed as part of the Court of Inquiry carried out by the New Zealand Defence Force.

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3047 days ago

TATTOO's For Free Fitness Community Classes

Barry from Tauranga City

I am on a mission to do free fitness classes for the community. I am a trained tattoo hobbyist. I am offering basic tattoos for $45 to pay for the hire costs of my vision of offering a free fitness class for the community.

3047 days ago

Re: Diabetes Support Group

Debbie Cunliffe from

Join Diabetes Help and the Stroke Foundation on Weds 30th August 10-12 noon to find out how you can reduce your stroke and diabetes risk. Ring our INFOline 07 571 3422 for more details. Free morning tea. Details attached on flyer.

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3047 days ago

Recommendations - Carpet overlocking

Sanet from Bellevue

Please suggest someone who does carpet overlocking at reasonable price.

3049 days ago

Ford Falcon 2001 AUII FOR SALE OFFERS!

Amy from Otumoetai

Ford Falcon 2001 AUII
PLATE: ADD630
WOF: 28/10/17
REG: 04/07/17
KMS: 349392
Factory LPG

Make me an offer! Needs to go!
Car is in good condition for its age, the only thing wrong with it is the auto transmission has stopped working.
Would be great bargain if someone wants to put a new transmission … View more
Ford Falcon 2001 AUII
PLATE: ADD630
WOF: 28/10/17
REG: 04/07/17
KMS: 349392
Factory LPG

Make me an offer! Needs to go!
Car is in good condition for its age, the only thing wrong with it is the auto transmission has stopped working.
Would be great bargain if someone wants to put a new transmission in it or would be great for parts, has brand new radiator
Viewing most welcome!
Ring or txt 0212117677

Negotiable

3048 days ago

Printer

Jennifer from Gate Pa

Our printer has decided not to work properly any more. How or where can we take it for disposal?

3049 days ago

Free single bed

Joanne from Greerton - Parkvale

Hi everyone. My Mum has recently moved and is downsizing. She has a free single bed available, clean and looked after. If interested please message me :)

Free

3048 days ago

Everyone’s a winner with a $40 gift from Ring!

Ring

Thanks to the thousands of Neighbourly Neighbours who entered our draw for a free Ring Video Doorbell! Congratulations to Suzy P. of Auckland for taking home the grand prize!

Even if you didn’t win, we don’t want you to leave empty-handed. To show our thanks, we’re giving you an exclusive… View more
Thanks to the thousands of Neighbourly Neighbours who entered our draw for a free Ring Video Doorbell! Congratulations to Suzy P. of Auckland for taking home the grand prize!

Even if you didn’t win, we don’t want you to leave empty-handed. To show our thanks, we’re giving you an exclusive $40 discount only for Neighbourly members.

To claim your discount, simply go to Ring.com and purchase a Video Doorbell or Security Camera. During the checkout process, enter promo code NEIGHBOURLY40 to save $40 on your new device. The promo code will expire on August 31, so be sure to redeem it soon. Limit two per household.

Ring sends alerts to your phone, tablet and PC whenever motion is detected. Answer the alert, and you can see, hear and speak to people on your property from anywhere. With Ring, you’ll never miss another visitor. Because with Ring, you’re always home.
Shop now

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3049 days ago

Celebrating World Orangutan Day

The Warehouse New Zealand

Saturday 19 August is World Orangutan Day. Sadly, these beautiful animals are under threat. How can you help? By making sustainable choices. Many of our wood and paper products are FSC certified, which means the wood content is sourced from sustainable forests and plantations. When you choose … View moreSaturday 19 August is World Orangutan Day. Sadly, these beautiful animals are under threat. How can you help? By making sustainable choices. Many of our wood and paper products are FSC certified, which means the wood content is sourced from sustainable forests and plantations. When you choose these products, you’re helping to protect forests and the animals that call them home. Find out more. Learn more

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3050 days ago

Lost Watch

John from Matua

I found a ladies watch on the corner of Kotuku Place and Levers Road on Wednesday 15 August. If anyone has lost a watch in that area please contact me.

3050 days ago

Do you know someone aged between 14 and 18 years?

The Team from Ministry of Education

Would they be interested in being part of our Youth Advisory Group? Registrations of interest have opened for a new youth advisory group and online youth forum for education.

Encourage them to register their interest for this exciting opportunity to have a say in our education system. … View more
Would they be interested in being part of our Youth Advisory Group? Registrations of interest have opened for a new youth advisory group and online youth forum for education.

Encourage them to register their interest for this exciting opportunity to have a say in our education system. Register here today

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3051 days ago

re: Does your child or teen have Type One Diabetes?

Debbie Cunliffe from

If so, we'd love your family to join the Diabetes Help Tauranga Youth team at Rocktopia, Sunday 3rd September; see the flyer below for more details or ring our INFOline on 07 5713422

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3051 days ago

Your kindness could WIN you a prize!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We're gearing up for this year's Random Acts of Kindness Day on Friday 1st September. Neighbourly members seem to be the experts when it comes to kindness. This is why we want you to share your ideas of how to celebrate the day, or even a story of a time you've experienced an … View moreWe're gearing up for this year's Random Acts of Kindness Day on Friday 1st September. Neighbourly members seem to be the experts when it comes to kindness. This is why we want you to share your ideas of how to celebrate the day, or even a story of a time you've experienced an unexpected friendly gesture. It might even be something you've seen on Neighbourly!

Comment below before Monday 28th August and we'll pick THREE lucky story tellers to win a $30 Prezzy® card.

Please note: comments may be shared with your local community newspaper and used for publication.

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3051 days ago

Save in your first year. Guaranteed.

Electric Kiwi

Hi Neighbours. We know Kiwis like a good deal. We also understand it can be tricky to tell if you are better off. At Electric Kiwi, we are so confident that you'll save in your first year, that we guarantee it. Maybe that’s why we are NZ's fastest growing power company? T&C’s … View moreHi Neighbours. We know Kiwis like a good deal. We also understand it can be tricky to tell if you are better off. At Electric Kiwi, we are so confident that you'll save in your first year, that we guarantee it. Maybe that’s why we are NZ's fastest growing power company? T&C’s apply. Find out more.

Figure out how much you will save in 2 minutes, grab your latest power bill and head to our handy online calculator.
Find out more

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