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Our Monarch Butterfly is under threat and this National Gardening Week Kiwis are being called upon to plant butterfly friendly plants to help save the caterpillars when they hatch in Spring and Summer.
Last year saw a national shortage of Swan plants, the main diet of Monarch caterpillars, … View moreOur Monarch Butterfly is under threat and this National Gardening Week Kiwis are being called upon to plant butterfly friendly plants to help save the caterpillars when they hatch in Spring and Summer.
Last year saw a national shortage of Swan plants, the main diet of Monarch caterpillars, causing a large number of the population to be wiped out.
Yates is getting behind the drive to avert a similar crisis this year by giving away various free butterfly friendly seeds including Yates new Butterfly Field Mix seeds between 1st and 14th October. Just register here during this time to receive your packet of seeds.
A national planting day will be held on 20th October. Plant a Swan plant or other butterfly friendly plants in your garden, in your neighbour’s garden, at school, in your local community garden – and let’s help Monarch butterflies flourish.
National Gardening Week aims to foster a love of gardening with a focus on growing not only plants but friendships, good health, strong communities and closer connections with nature.
We are looking for temporary carers to look after our adoption dogs while they are waiting to go to their forever homes. All dogs are vet checked and vaccinated and we will supply you with all the necessities including food. If you are able to foster dogs for a short or long time we are very … View moreWe are looking for temporary carers to look after our adoption dogs while they are waiting to go to their forever homes. All dogs are vet checked and vaccinated and we will supply you with all the necessities including food. If you are able to foster dogs for a short or long time we are very interested in having a chat with you!
There is a form to fill out on our website: bit.ly... or you can call our friendly Animals Services Team on 0800 926 732.
"Middle Age Spread" starts its 2 week season at the Te Aroha Little Theatre with a discounted matinee performance on Sunday 21st October at 4pm with tickets at just $15 a seat. All other shows are $20 a seat. Tickets can be purchased in the following ways:
- Online NOW at … View more"Middle Age Spread" starts its 2 week season at the Te Aroha Little Theatre with a discounted matinee performance on Sunday 21st October at 4pm with tickets at just $15 a seat. All other shows are $20 a seat. Tickets can be purchased in the following ways:
- Online NOW at www.ticketor.com...
- From Thursday 4th October at Piako Stationery Suppliers in Te Aroha in person or reserve by phone at (07) 884 9110
- At the theatre itself 45 minutes prior to each show (if you're daring enough to risk it)
Did you know each minute without CPR reduces survival by 10%? The Goodsam app aims to get help to you faster by alerting good samaritans nearby who are trained in first aid.
If you are CPR certified and know how to use an AED, register as a responder today. Let's give those undergoing cardiac… View moreDid you know each minute without CPR reduces survival by 10%? The Goodsam app aims to get help to you faster by alerting good samaritans nearby who are trained in first aid.
If you are CPR certified and know how to use an AED, register as a responder today. Let's give those undergoing cardiac arrest the best chance of survival!
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This is a shout out for any old blankets, sheets, towels, dog beds etc for animal pounds and foster carers. If you have any you are happy to donate please pop them into an area office or to our Barkes Corner office. Animal Services are also in short supply of dog crates for foster families to use … View moreThis is a shout out for any old blankets, sheets, towels, dog beds etc for animal pounds and foster carers. If you have any you are happy to donate please pop them into an area office or to our Barkes Corner office. Animal Services are also in short supply of dog crates for foster families to use and to lend out to new mums and dads until they get their own.
Take a look at our drop off locations: www.westernbay.govt.nz...
All donations are gratefully accepted and thanks in advance!
1st of October today. We have just over a month to go before the Te Aroha Christmas Craft Market. Final day for payment is 26th October. If you are wanting to have a stall please get in touch ASAP so that I can get the application form to you and get you on the site plan. Please send me a PM or… View more1st of October today. We have just over a month to go before the Te Aroha Christmas Craft Market. Final day for payment is 26th October. If you are wanting to have a stall please get in touch ASAP so that I can get the application form to you and get you on the site plan. Please send me a PM or phone me on 0273403715 to get this sorted. Let us help the charities that need our help for Christmas.
Hi neighbours,
You won't be able to find plastic straws in Countdown stores from October 1 - they're off the shelves! To read more, click here.
Countdown is removing them from all stores and replacing them with a range of alternatives including bamboo, metal and paper straws.
The … View moreHi neighbours,
You won't be able to find plastic straws in Countdown stores from October 1 - they're off the shelves! To read more, click here.
Countdown is removing them from all stores and replacing them with a range of alternatives including bamboo, metal and paper straws.
The supermarket's move is expected to remove 11.6 million straws from circulation and the waste stream each year. WOW.
Do you think other NZ supermarkets should follow suit?
When you buy goods you have rights that protect you even if the warranty has expired. A warranty is extra to the protections in the Consumer Guarantees Act (CGA) and can’t override or replace these. This means a retailer can't just say you're out of luck because the warranty period has … View moreWhen you buy goods you have rights that protect you even if the warranty has expired. A warranty is extra to the protections in the Consumer Guarantees Act (CGA) and can’t override or replace these. This means a retailer can't just say you're out of luck because the warranty period has ended.
The CGA says that products have to be of an acceptable quality which means they must be fit for purpose (or do what they're made to do), last for a reasonable amount of time, be safe, and be free from any minor defects. What is “acceptable quality” is based on what you could reasonably expect taking into account things like the nature of the goods, what you paid for them, and any particular statements made about the goods.
If you have a problem with something you’ve bought and the warranty period has ended, you might still be entitled to have it repaired or replaced. Check out our information on your rights as a consumer or phone CAB on 0800 367 222.
Our road trip is happening soon! We're hitting the road in the lead-up to our 10th celebration of Neighbours Day (March 22 - 31 2019: Celebrating 10 years with 10 days of celebrations) and are on the hunt for organisations, places and people who would like to host us along the way, chat about … View moreOur road trip is happening soon! We're hitting the road in the lead-up to our 10th celebration of Neighbours Day (March 22 - 31 2019: Celebrating 10 years with 10 days of celebrations) and are on the hunt for organisations, places and people who would like to host us along the way, chat about the work they’re doing, or help us run workshops.
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Fraser High School is the hub of adult learning in Hamilton and the Waikato district. We offer over 60 evening and weekend classes. Our courses are very reasonably priced as we are supported by the Ministry of Education to offer interesting and useful short programs.
Pick from our courses on … View moreFraser High School is the hub of adult learning in Hamilton and the Waikato district. We offer over 60 evening and weekend classes. Our courses are very reasonably priced as we are supported by the Ministry of Education to offer interesting and useful short programs.
Pick from our courses on business management, computing, food and cooking, gardening, language, music and dance, photography, and art.
You can LOOK, BOOK and PAY online at www.fraserace.ac.nz or just call us on 07 846 8624. It's easy!
Just a few clicks and you will be on a new learning adventure.
Hey neighbours, well that's The Block NZ over for another year... were you happy with the result?
If you missed it, you can relive all the action and drama of the auction here or check out our Block winners round-up, here.
50 - 100ha flat to rolling for weaners. Ph Graeme 0274933110 and leave message.
Many New Zealanders loved Kiwiana and it helped define us on the world stage – but Kiwiana was a creation of the last century. New Zealand's national paper, the Sunday Star-Times, is embarking on a project to find out what Kiwiana has evolved into and how it encapsulates the values of our … View moreMany New Zealanders loved Kiwiana and it helped define us on the world stage – but Kiwiana was a creation of the last century. New Zealand's national paper, the Sunday Star-Times, is embarking on a project to find out what Kiwiana has evolved into and how it encapsulates the values of our diverse, innovative 21st century nation.
Join us as we explore what Kiwi culture looks like in neighbourhoods across the country. In the coming weeks, you'll notice a few posts about Kiwi innovations popping up across Neighbourly - we'd love for you engage and let us know what innovations and innovators you think need profiling!
At ACC, we’re proposing to increase the levies collected from road users to pay for the rising cost of road injuries. If you’re a road user, these proposals could affect you.
Learn about all the proposals and have your say at our site by October 25.
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