Kauri Coast, Dargaville

2789 days ago

Have your say now on our Draft Walking and Cycling Strategy

Online Content Publisher from Whangarei District Council

Would you like to see many more facilities for walking and cycling, mobility scooters, wheel chairs, prams and push chairs, skateboards and scooters?

Connecting the places where people live with where they work to enable more commuter walking and cycling, is just one key theme to this Strategy.

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Would you like to see many more facilities for walking and cycling, mobility scooters, wheel chairs, prams and push chairs, skateboards and scooters?

Connecting the places where people live with where they work to enable more commuter walking and cycling, is just one key theme to this Strategy.

You can now view our Draft Walking and Cycling Strategy and let us know if we are heading in the right direction!

| You have time until Thursday 5 July to give us your feedback. |

Read our full story and complete an online form today. ► bit.ly...

#WalkingAndCycling #Whangarei

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2790 days ago

Graeme Bergh's Ride Forever testimonial...

The Team from ACC New Zealand

Graeme Bergh is a keen motorcyclist and happens to be a NZ Police officer. He’s attended many serious motorcycle crashes and learned first-hand the factors that cause and contribute to them.

Sadly, in the majority of cases, there were things the rider could have done to prevent the crash, … View more
Graeme Bergh is a keen motorcyclist and happens to be a NZ Police officer. He’s attended many serious motorcycle crashes and learned first-hand the factors that cause and contribute to them.

Sadly, in the majority of cases, there were things the rider could have done to prevent the crash, “and that breaks my heart”, says Graeme. His solution? “Do some training”. It just might save your life.

Sign up for training today.
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2791 days ago

New indoor tsunami sirens

Online Content Publisher from Whangarei District Council

New indoor tsunami sirens are now available to alert people who live, work or holiday along Northland’s coast.

The indoor, plug-in sirens feature a loud alarm as well as a flashing blue light for the hearing impaired and alert people in evacuation zones of a pending tsunami.

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New indoor tsunami sirens are now available to alert people who live, work or holiday along Northland’s coast.

The indoor, plug-in sirens feature a loud alarm as well as a flashing blue light for the hearing impaired and alert people in evacuation zones of a pending tsunami.

Read our full story and where to purchase one: bit.ly...

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2791 days ago

Stolen Stars Matariki

Online Content Publisher from Whangarei District Council

Meet Miriama Kamo the author of The Stolen Stars Of Matariki today, Saturday 23 June, at our Storytime store in the Town Basin.

At 1pm gather round to hear Miriama read her new book The Stolen Stars Of Matariki. Learn about the mythology of Matariki in this gorgeous story which mentions all 9 … View more
Meet Miriama Kamo the author of The Stolen Stars Of Matariki today, Saturday 23 June, at our Storytime store in the Town Basin.

At 1pm gather round to hear Miriama read her new book The Stolen Stars Of Matariki. Learn about the mythology of Matariki in this gorgeous story which mentions all 9 stars including Pōhutukawa and Hiwa-i-te-Rangi. After story time there will be an opportunity to get your book signed.

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2792 days ago

Have you had your say yet on the Representation Review?

Online Content Publisher from Whangarei District Council

Would you like to see a change to the current six ward structure? Do they reflect our communities of interest?

We are calling for your views on the way our District's communities are represented in Council before next year's local body elections.

Read more about the process and … View more
Would you like to see a change to the current six ward structure? Do they reflect our communities of interest?

We are calling for your views on the way our District's communities are represented in Council before next year's local body elections.

Read more about the process and complete our online survey today!
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2792 days ago

Congratulations to the PM

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern and her partner Clarke Gayford have welcomed a baby girl. To read more, click here.

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2793 days ago

Poll: Would you give your teenager a double bed?

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

Does it make sense to buy teenagers bigger beds so they have more room to grow? Or, like writer and mum Jayne D'Arcy, do you think a double could equal trouble later on?

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Would you give your teenager a double bed?
  • 42.8% Yes, single beds aren't big enough
    42.8% Complete
  • 38.2% It depends on the size of the room
    38.2% Complete
  • 19% No, a single bed is all they need
    19% Complete
2292 votes
2793 days ago

Have you been affected by flooding in Northland?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

How's the weather at your place? Flood waters have forced the closure of State Highway 1, while schools and early childhood centres also closed their doors today. Take care out their neighbours!

Have you been affected? Tell us how in the replies. To read more, click here.

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