Hikurangi Coastal, Hikurangi

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845 days ago

Keep trying

NumberWorks'nWords Whangarei

It doesn't matter how much you fall, the most important thing is how strongly you try to get up and try again. ?

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845 days ago

Bring Hope to the table!

Life

It’s time to start thinking about what you can do to help out those who need it most this Christmas. 1 in 5 Kiwi children are currently living in households that don’t have enough food. Christmas Box is a food box that caters to a family of 4-6, helping supplement breakfast, lunch and dinner … View moreIt’s time to start thinking about what you can do to help out those who need it most this Christmas. 1 in 5 Kiwi children are currently living in households that don’t have enough food. Christmas Box is a food box that caters to a family of 4-6, helping supplement breakfast, lunch and dinner meals over a week.

For just $40 you’re not only providing food essentials and treats but you’re also giving hope to families in need.

To sponsor a box, go to christmasbox.co.nz.
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849 days ago

Northland Disability Leadership Intern

Glen from Central Whangarei

Proud to say I start a new job next week working for CCS Disability Action - Northland Branch

My Job title is Northland Disability Leadership Intern

The position is a leadership role which works under the guidance, direction and delegation of the Regional Disability Leadership Coordinator … View more
Proud to say I start a new job next week working for CCS Disability Action - Northland Branch

My Job title is Northland Disability Leadership Intern

The position is a leadership role which works under the guidance, direction and delegation of the Regional Disability Leadership Coordinator and involves relationship building, support and administration and the provision of quality education and awareness programs internally and externally to community organisation’s, businesses, schools, and the wider community.

Functional Relationships

CCS Disability Action Northern Region Staff

Regional Disabled Staff Group

National Disabled Staff Leadership Team

Local Advisory/Local Committees

Disabled people, family, and whanau

Community, government and disability sector representatives and groups

Other professionals and organisations specific to the role

The Northland Disability Leadership intern will promote Disabled Leadership and the perspective and reality for disabled people within CCS Disability Action and the community.

Be part of and monitor the promotion of a disability culture in the Northland branch.

Support the Regional Disability Leadership Coordinator to build Sustainability for the Regional Disabled Staff Group to be:

A forum where disabled staff can freely discuss issues and provide input on disability related issues to the Region and Wider Organisation.

A forum to promote the fostering of disabled staff as Leaders.

The Northland Disability Leadership intern will build internal and external relationships that are positive and focused on the well-being of disabled people.

I really want to hear from the community about challenges those less able may be facing, lets look for solutions.

One message I want to get across those will disabilities also have abilities lets focus on what people can do

846 days ago

Did you know?

The Team from Graeme Dingle Foundation Far North

Did you know our programmes are currently being delivered in 12 schools across the Far North? Kiwi Can and Career Navigator Ngā Ara Whetū support tamariki and rangatahi to overcome life's obstacles.

Find out more about our programmes through the link below.

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846 days ago

Love to Dance - A Ryman Healthcare Grant

Jane Mander Retirement Village

Could your local dance group use a $5,000 cash injection?

Whether it’s pre-schoolers or seniors, Scottish dancing or salsa, kapa haka or Kathak, breakdance or ballet – if you’re encouraging people of all ages and abilities to keep moving through dance, we have three Love to Dance grants up… View more
Could your local dance group use a $5,000 cash injection?

Whether it’s pre-schoolers or seniors, Scottish dancing or salsa, kapa haka or Kathak, breakdance or ballet – if you’re encouraging people of all ages and abilities to keep moving through dance, we have three Love to Dance grants up for grabs.

Receive one of three $5,000 grants to spend on equipment, transport, costumes or anything you need to support your community’s love of dance.

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846 days ago

Check your freezer stash...

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

George Weston Foods (NZ) Ltd is recalling specific batches of various Tip Top brand Supersoft Wholemeal and Oatilicious breads as the products may contain foreign matter (plastic).

This recall affects loaves of bread with the Best Before Date of 26JUL22 in these products:
Tip Top brand … View more
George Weston Foods (NZ) Ltd is recalling specific batches of various Tip Top brand Supersoft Wholemeal and Oatilicious breads as the products may contain foreign matter (plastic).

This recall affects loaves of bread with the Best Before Date of 26JUL22 in these products:
Tip Top brand Supersoft Wholemeal Sandwich (700g)
Tip Top brand Supersoft Wholemeal Toast (700g)
Tip Top brand Oatilicious Sandwich (700g)
Tip Top brand Oatilicious Toast (700g)
Tip Top brand Oatilicious Super Thick (700g)

There have been no reports of associated injury but consumers are being advised not to eat these products. If you have concerns about your health after consuming this bread, seek medical advice.

Customers should return the products to their retailer for a replacement or full refund, and direct any questions to George Weston Foods (NZ) Ltd by phone - 0800 449 660.

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850 days ago

Riverside conference centre - Council to pay $3 million

Stephen from Central Whangarei

RNZ News reports today:-

Plans to build an 850-seat riverside conference and events centre in Whangārei have been revived.

Last year councillors voted not to help pay for the Ōruku Landing project, originally pitched by private developers.

The government had committed $59 million in … View more
RNZ News reports today:-

Plans to build an 850-seat riverside conference and events centre in Whangārei have been revived.

Last year councillors voted not to help pay for the Ōruku Landing project, originally pitched by private developers.

The government had committed $59 million in funding.

The designs have since been scaled back, and today the council agreed to give $3m for footpaths, stormwater and traffic upgrades - far less than the $70 million needed for the former version last year.

The Prosper Northland Charitable Trust said the centre would spur $40m in visitor spending in the first five years.

It had taken over the conference centre project, and would own the finished product.

The trust's revised design provided to council had 850 seats and a 40 percent smaller floor area. Theatre capacity was removed and the building height was reduced.

Trustee Ian Reeves told RNZ the centre was also still expected to stimulate other builds nearby, including a 4-star hotel "which is very necessary - and has been acknowledged for years and years as necessary - and also further apartment developments".

More than 5000 people submitted their views on the proposals last year - nearly 80 per cent were against the old proposals.

When the council rejected the project, Whangārei MP Emily Henderson said she was "very disappointed".

Northlander and former deputy Prime MInister Winston Peters told RNZ the city was looking "a gift horse in the mouth".

Government funding of $59m for the build was about to go back into the Crown Infrastructure Partners' pool, but Ōruku campaigners asked for the money to stay ringfenced while they revised the plans. They have now retained the allocation.

Councillor Vince Cocurullo complimented their stickability today.

"They have kept it alive, they have kept the communications going," he said.

"We all thought the project was completely dead. We thought the government had turned around and said 'right this council, the Whangārei District Council doesn't want it, therefore it's not going to happen'."

But the councillors' vote was not unanimous.

Tricia Cutforth chose to abstain, and Simon Reid (Ngāpuhi) was against, and said it was unfair for some building projects to have infrastructure costs cut, and others not.

"Our ratepayers have clearly told me - well the ones that have contacted me - that they have not had any help in a development."

848 days ago

not the best tiume to go North, maybe

Peter from Kamo

Several red-and-blues have been sitting on the intersection of SH1 and Apotu Rd. for quite some time, traffic is stop-and-go. No idea what's happened or what's going on, but traffic is affected.

849 days ago

Re-energise your morning with the Sunday Star-Times

Mags4gifts

Enjoy an Antipodes skincare duo (RRP$50) when you purchase a three-month subscription to the Sunday Star-Times for just $52.

Subscribe at mags4gifts.co.nz/antipodes Terms and Conditions apply.
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850 days ago

Learning to read

NumberWorks'nWords Whangarei

There's more to reading than learning to read. If you're struggling to get your child into reading, visit us in our centre and ask for tips and a recommended reading list for your child! ?

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850 days ago

Register your dog by August 1 to avoid price increase

The Team from Whangarei District Council

Quick reminder before prices increase: make sure you register your dog before 1 August. Please use the link below - it only takes a moment and funds 90% of the dog-control programme in Whangarei.

WDC - Register your dog

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852 days ago

Poll: VOTE for the Resene Upcycling Finalists!

Resene

It’s that time again neighbours - we need your help! Look at all this creativity hiding behind front doors. We now need YOU to vote for your favourite Upcycling Award finalist. The four designs with the most votes will each receive a $200 Resene voucher and a $300 Prezzy® card!

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It’s that time again neighbours - we need your help! Look at all this creativity hiding behind front doors. We now need YOU to vote for your favourite Upcycling Award finalist. The four designs with the most votes will each receive a $200 Resene voucher and a $300 Prezzy® card!

Find out a little more about each entry here. Voting closes 5pm Thursday 4 August.

Thanks for voting; your clever neighbours thank you!

VOTE for the Resene Upcycling Finalists!
  • 8.4% 1) Storage cabinet (Christine Olson, Carterton District)
    8.4% Complete
  • 19.1% 2) Bench Seat (Mary McRae, Hauraki)
    19.1% Complete
  • 4.4% 3) Modern Tech Desk (Julie Cronin, Havelock North)
    4.4% Complete
  • 9.7% 4) Alice in Wonderland table (Lynda Cree, Halswell)
    9.7% Complete
  • 17.3% 5) Terracotta Steps (Angie Farrow, Hokowhitu)
    17.3% Complete
  • 7.1% 6) Drinks cabinet / piano bar (Maurice van Liempd, Whakatane District)
    7.1% Complete
  • 4.8% 7) Garden feature (Marjanna Jones, Henderson)
    4.8% Complete
  • 2.2% 8) Spacerocket lamp (Jen Asquith, Nelson South)
    2.2% Complete
  • 25.1% 9) Paintbrush art (Bonnie Stretton, Motueka)
    25.1% Complete
  • 2% 10) Writing Desk (Steve Nicholson, Brookfield)
    2% Complete
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856 days ago

Dog Boarding

Joy from Kamo

Would like recommendation for a kennel for overnight stay for a small indoor dog (fully vaccinated)
Even a home stay that has a fully fenced yard could suit
Only short term required and not that frequently

854 days ago

Time to escape your neighbourhood?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Are you overdue a getaway? You could win a 13-day Sir Edmund Hillary Explorer South Island Rail & Coach tour by participating in Neighbourly’s 8th birthday celebration.

To enter the competition, just tell us what you love about your neighbourhood. It could be your favourite spot, a … View more
Are you overdue a getaway? You could win a 13-day Sir Edmund Hillary Explorer South Island Rail & Coach tour by participating in Neighbourly’s 8th birthday celebration.

To enter the competition, just tell us what you love about your neighbourhood. It could be your favourite spot, a beautiful view, or something that makes you smile. You could be in for a once-in-a-lifetime getaway!
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854 days ago

Reading Tip #5

NumberWorks'nWords Whangarei

Make a calm, comfortable place for your family to relax and read independently - or together ?‍?‍?‍??

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