Matua, Tauranga

Seen anything suspicious lately?

Seen anything suspicious lately?

Share it with your neighbours here.

57 days ago

Keep your vehicle safe with the following tips ...

The Team from New Zealand Police

🚗 Vehicle parked in a visible location, or off the street if possible.
🚙 Valuables, including keys, removed from vehicle, or stored safely out of sight.
🚗 Vehicle locked & keys taken with you.
🚙 Keys & key chains do not display names, addresses, or license plate numbers.
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🚗 Vehicle parked in a visible location, or off the street if possible.
🚙 Valuables, including keys, removed from vehicle, or stored safely out of sight.
🚗 Vehicle locked & keys taken with you.
🚙 Keys & key chains do not display names, addresses, or license plate numbers.
🚗 Number plates secured with anti-theft screws (available at car accessory stores).
🚙 Alloy wheels secured with fit locking, anti-tamper wheel nuts.
🚗 Car ownership information stored at home, not in the vehicle.
🚙 Vehicle fitted with an anti-theft device, such as a steering wheel lock or alarm.
🚗 If the vehicle is keyless, ‘keys’ (or entry device) kept a safe distance from the car, away from doors & windows so the signal cannot be interfered with.
🚙 Get to know neighbours & their vehicles so you’ll know if you see something that doesn’t seem right.

Always report suspicious behaviour in your neighbourhood.

If it's already happened, phone 105 or report at 105.police.govt.nz.
If it's happening now, call 111.

Want to make an anonymous report? Contact Crime Stoppers

For more tips on keeping safe, visit the police.govt.nz website.

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57 days ago

Studio

Di from Tauranga City

On Cameron Road near mitre 10.. short term ok must be in full time work ..bus stop outside the door, not a party house.. bird song is what we hear here, if interested send me a message and I’ll give you more info thanks 😊 Bus stop at the Door 👍😊

Price: $450

73 days ago

Scam Alert: Cryptocurrency

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Financial Markets Authority are warning the community about a new scam where scammers are hacking social media accounts in order to pretend to be a friend and loved one. When impersonating, they use special codes and sophisticated software to manipulate the target's cryptocurrency wallets

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Financial Markets Authority are warning the community about a new scam where scammers are hacking social media accounts in order to pretend to be a friend and loved one. When impersonating, they use special codes and sophisticated software to manipulate the target's cryptocurrency wallets

How to avoid scams involving hacked social media accounts:
- When approached by your family or friends on social media talking about investment opportunities, be wary.
- Consider contacting the loved one by other means toverify their identity, such as by phone.
- Be careful when anyone or any platform requires advance payments to withdraw funds.

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58 days ago

Poll: Space or the Ocean — Where should our focus be? ☄️🌊

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The Neighbourly team has been diving into a big question: should our curiosity take us up into space or down into the ocean?

It’s wild to think that more people have walked on the Moon than have reached the deepest point of the sea. Why is that?

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Space or the Ocean — Where should our focus be? ☄️🌊
  • 89.5% The Ocean!
    89.5% Complete
  • 10.5% Space!
    10.5% Complete
523 votes
58 days ago

Bake Cupcakes, Change Animals’ Lives

SPCA Cupcake Day

Cupcake Day is back on Wednesday 29 October, and we need you!

Across New Zealand, animal lovers will be baking and selling cupcakes, raising funds to give vulnerable animals the second chances they deserve. Whether you host a morning tea, run a bake sale, or simply share treats with friends for… View more
Cupcake Day is back on Wednesday 29 October, and we need you!

Across New Zealand, animal lovers will be baking and selling cupcakes, raising funds to give vulnerable animals the second chances they deserve. Whether you host a morning tea, run a bake sale, or simply share treats with friends for a donation, you’ll be part of a nationwide community making a real difference. Every cupcake counts so sign up today and help create a brighter future for animals in need.
Find out more

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59 days ago

Small Group Tour Specialists

Calder and Lawson Tours

We are hosting coffee mornings in the coming weeks if you would like to come catch up and hear about our 2026 program.

Classic Flyers Cafe on Wednesday, 15th October at 10:30 AM
Address: 9 Jean Batten Drive Mount Maunganu

Please RSVP to Rochelle if you are keen to join us … View more
We are hosting coffee mornings in the coming weeks if you would like to come catch up and hear about our 2026 program.

Classic Flyers Cafe on Wednesday, 15th October at 10:30 AM
Address: 9 Jean Batten Drive Mount Maunganu

Please RSVP to Rochelle if you are keen to join us rochelle@calderandlawsontours.co.nz
or phone 0800 853 276
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59 days ago

A gift for you when you subscribe to NZ House & Garden

NZ House & Garden

Looking for inspiration for your home and garden? Subscribe to NZ House & Garden today and receive a luxurious bonus gift.

When you take out a 1- or 2-year subscription, you’ll receive a FREE ManukaRx Firming Day Cream, valued at $52 RRP.

Infused with the power of East Cape mānuka … View more
Looking for inspiration for your home and garden? Subscribe to NZ House & Garden today and receive a luxurious bonus gift.

When you take out a 1- or 2-year subscription, you’ll receive a FREE ManukaRx Firming Day Cream, valued at $52 RRP.

Infused with the power of East Cape mānuka oil, this lightweight daily cream is designed to hydrate, firm, and nourish your skin – the perfect treat to enjoy while you relax with your magazine.

Subscribe now for endless ideas, beautiful homes and gardens from across New Zealand, and a little indulgence just for you.

From the team at Mags4Gifts

T&Cs apply. Offer available to the first 300 people who subscribe to NZ House & Garden for 1 or 2 years before 26 October 2025
Find out more

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59 days ago

They made it for astronauts. We get to sleep on it. Coincidence?

Beds4U - Tauranga

Hey neighbours!

Here’s a fun one — the same material NASA created to cushion astronauts in space is now helping Kiwis get their best sleep ever.

It’s called Tempur, and it’s not your average mattress. The TEMPUR® material gently adapts to your body, easing pressure points and giving… View more
Hey neighbours!

Here’s a fun one — the same material NASA created to cushion astronauts in space is now helping Kiwis get their best sleep ever.

It’s called Tempur, and it’s not your average mattress. The TEMPUR® material gently adapts to your body, easing pressure points and giving you that “floating on air” kind of comfort.

We’ve put together a simple guide to help you find the perfect one for your sleep style. Check them out here: beds4u.co.nz...

So if you’ve been mattress-hunting, maybe it’s time to check out the brand that started in space. Pop into your nearest Beds4U store and feel the Tempur difference for yourself — your back (and your dreams) will thank you.

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67 days ago

Poll: Is the Government doing enough now to avoid a serious budget gap in the future? 💸

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The Long-Term Fiscal Statement just dropped. At first glance, it might seem a bit dry, but the message is pretty clear ... and a bit worrying. The big takeaway? Our financial pressures are only going to keep growing.

There’s no single fix. It’ll take a mix of solutions to deal with the … View more
The Long-Term Fiscal Statement just dropped. At first glance, it might seem a bit dry, but the message is pretty clear ... and a bit worrying. The big takeaway? Our financial pressures are only going to keep growing.

There’s no single fix. It’ll take a mix of solutions to deal with the challenges ahead.

Want to read more? Andrea Vance shares her opinions here.

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Is the Government doing enough now to avoid a serious budget gap in the future? 💸
  • 18.8% Yes
    18.8% Complete
  • 76.4% No
    76.4% Complete
  • 4.7% No opinion
    4.7% Complete
1370 votes
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62 days ago

SECURITY WINDOW STAYS x3

Garry from Tauranga City

Three window security stays. unused.

8774v

Price: $30

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62 days ago

WINDOW SECURITY STAYS x3

Garry from Tauranga City

Three unused window security stays. Color: white.
can freight.
8775v

Price: $27

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62 days ago

GEM IRONS, cast iron x3

Garry from Tauranga City

Estate.
Three cast iron gem irons. One needs heating & oiling.
8778

Price: $85

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62 days ago

Tauranga Harbourcity Charity BookFair

Helen from Matua

Our Book Fair at the Tauranga Racecourse is approaching quickly now. Please remember to leave your books and jigsaws at our drop off places as soon as possible.

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62 days ago

Waking Up Tired? It Might Not Be the Coffee

Beds4U - Tauranga

Hey Neighbours!

Ever wake up feeling just as tired as when you went to bed? Sometimes it’s not the late nights or extra coffee—it’s your mattress. A good one can be the secret to deeper sleep, brighter mornings, and way more energy during the day.

The best part? Finding the right … View more
Hey Neighbours!

Ever wake up feeling just as tired as when you went to bed? Sometimes it’s not the late nights or extra coffee—it’s your mattress. A good one can be the secret to deeper sleep, brighter mornings, and way more energy during the day.

The best part? Finding the right mattress doesn’t have to break the bank—just know what to look for, test it out in-store, and keep an eye on sales.

Want to know if your mattress is past its prime? Here’s a quick guide that can help:
beds4u.co.nz...

Here’s to sweet dreams and happier mornings, neighbours!

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64 days ago

Float style by your bedside with Resene.

The Team from Resene ColorShop Tauranga

Make a floating bedside ledge that tones into your colour scheme with Resene SpaceCote Low Sheen or higher gloss Resene Lustacryl. Find out how to create and paint your own floating ledge with these easy step by step instructions.

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