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Come along to Whangārei Central Library for lots of free fun activities over the July school holidays.
These holidays we will be doing crafts and art based on music. There will even be some live music!
🕙 Sessions are 10:00am to 11:00am.
📆 Week One: Tue 1 July, Wed 2 July & Thu 3 … View moreCome along to Whangārei Central Library for lots of free fun activities over the July school holidays.
These holidays we will be doing crafts and art based on music. There will even be some live music!
🕙 Sessions are 10:00am to 11:00am.
📆 Week One: Tue 1 July, Wed 2 July & Thu 3 July.
📆 Week Two: Tue 8 July, Wed 9 July & Thu 10 July.
Free entry. No need to book, just show up and enjoy the fun!
For children aged 5 to 10.
All children must be accompanied by an adult.
The new T2 lane on Kamo Road and Bank Street is opening on Friday 4 July 2025. We recorded a conversation about the project - listen to the whole podcast here:
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Te Korowai o Poutama kete is a response to the karanga of whānau to take care of their own loved ones when the time comes.
Our kaiārahi will come to you and provide whānau the resources, advice and assistance needed for preparation and ongoing care throughout the tangihanga. We will also … View moreTe Korowai o Poutama kete is a response to the karanga of whānau to take care of their own loved ones when the time comes.
Our kaiārahi will come to you and provide whānau the resources, advice and assistance needed for preparation and ongoing care throughout the tangihanga. We will also facilitate the logistics of ensuring all regulatory requirements of the whānau are met.
To korero further about this kete with our kaiārahi Phone, Email or visit Haven Falls Funeral Home - Poutama Tangihanga at 139 Bank Street, Whangārei
Picking up an incredible 27% of Neighbourly member votes, we are thrilled to announce Catnap Cafe as this year's Prospa Local Business Hero! Catnap is an incredible small business based in Christchurch - both a traditional cafe where cat lovers and cats can spend time together - as well as a … View morePicking up an incredible 27% of Neighbourly member votes, we are thrilled to announce Catnap Cafe as this year's Prospa Local Business Hero! Catnap is an incredible small business based in Christchurch - both a traditional cafe where cat lovers and cats can spend time together - as well as a home for rescues, helping them find forever homes.
Here's a few words from Alyssa and Nate, the founders of Catap Cafe: "We’re stoked to have won the Prospa Local Business Hero Awards! We’re so grateful to our community for the nominations, votes and ongoing support and we’re super proud of what Catnap means to people. Having this recognition means a lot to us."
A huge congratulations to the Catnap team - and a big thank you to every Neighbourly member who made a nomination and voted in this year's Prospa Local Business Hero campaign!
At Ryman you won't pay your base weekly fee for a whole year* when you sign up to an independent apartment or townhouse at a participating Ryman village before 30 June 2025.
That means that you won’t pay rates, water rates, building insurance, maintenance fees and more. That’s great … View moreAt Ryman you won't pay your base weekly fee for a whole year* when you sign up to an independent apartment or townhouse at a participating Ryman village before 30 June 2025.
That means that you won’t pay rates, water rates, building insurance, maintenance fees and more. That’s great financial certainty.
*Terms and conditions apply.
Stay active and keep doing the things you love.
Join a strength and balance class near you. With classes to suit every pace and ability, and trained instructors to guide you through, it’s a great way to keep healthy and make new friends. So you can live stronger for longer, and keep living the … View moreStay active and keep doing the things you love.
Join a strength and balance class near you. With classes to suit every pace and ability, and trained instructors to guide you through, it’s a great way to keep healthy and make new friends. So you can live stronger for longer, and keep living the life you want. Find a class near you today.
Happy Matariki, neighbours!
An important aspect of Matariki is whakapapa - family, community, and our connections to living things. Communities across the country have put together events to celebrate.
The Māori New Year is also a great time to pause, reflect on the past year, and think … View moreHappy Matariki, neighbours!
An important aspect of Matariki is whakapapa - family, community, and our connections to living things. Communities across the country have put together events to celebrate.
The Māori New Year is also a great time to pause, reflect on the past year, and think about what’s ahead.
Got any goals or hopes for the coming year? Share them in the comments and inspire your neighbours.
It might not be making quite so many headlines these days, but unfortunately, Covid is still here. If you’re 65 or over, taking care of yourself is just as important as ever.
The good news is, the Covid vaccine can help protect you from serious illness. It’s free, and recommended for you … View moreIt might not be making quite so many headlines these days, but unfortunately, Covid is still here. If you’re 65 or over, taking care of yourself is just as important as ever.
The good news is, the Covid vaccine can help protect you from serious illness. It’s free, and recommended for you and many others as long as you haven’t had the vaccine, or Covid, in the last 6 months.
To book your vaccination, or talk to your healthcare provider.
As shared in an interview today, alongside other sick leave changes, Christopher Luxon said he is open to reducing sick leave from ten days to five days a year. This would reverse the change made by the last government which allows workers to have ten days off for sickness each year.
Would you be … View moreAs shared in an interview today, alongside other sick leave changes, Christopher Luxon said he is open to reducing sick leave from ten days to five days a year. This would reverse the change made by the last government which allows workers to have ten days off for sickness each year.
Would you be happy with this change?
Good People
The film night for Thursday 26th June for WFS will be in the Capitaine Bougainville Theatre at Forum North, 7 Rust Ave Whangarei.
At 6pm, WFS will screen Tarrac, an uplifting Irish drama about family, community and ocean rowing.
Our 8pm screening is The Outrun, a powerful story… View moreGood People
The film night for Thursday 26th June for WFS will be in the Capitaine Bougainville Theatre at Forum North, 7 Rust Ave Whangarei.
At 6pm, WFS will screen Tarrac, an uplifting Irish drama about family, community and ocean rowing.
Our 8pm screening is The Outrun, a powerful story based on Amy Liptrot’s best selling memoir about a woman's return to her home in Scotland.
Tarrac
Ireland, 2024, Drama, (Gaelic/English with subitles)
95 mins, Rated M - offensive language
Starring: Lorcan Cranitch, Cillian O'Gairbhi, Kate Nic Chonaonaigh, Kelly Gough, Kate Finegan, Rachel Feeney, Muireann Ní Raghallaigh.
Aoife returns home to help her father Brendan ‘The Bear’ in his recovery from a heart attack. During this time, Aoife is forced to face the grief of her mother’s death and reacquaints herself with her old rowing friends.
Tarrac is a drama set at the edge of the world, the coastlines and sea of the Dingle peninsula. A place of wild geography, where the weather and the people have a mind of their own.
Laced with humour, heart break and exciting action set against the stunning landscapes and seas of the Kerry Gaeltacht, Tarrac is about daring to care again and the power of forgiveness.
View the trailer at www.youtube.com...
Tickets: Door sales only. $10 WFS members. Non-members pay $5 extra as an Associate Membership fee per film (Total of $15).
All welcome. Cash only please – no Eftpos available.
Like us on Facebook or visit whangareifilmsociety.org for updates.
Come along to a presentation and find out how to use LinkedIn Learning for free with your Whangarei District Libraries card. LinkedIn Learning is a great way to learn new skills or keep up-to-date with technology.
📅 Thursday, 26 June 1:30am - 2:30pm
📍 May Bain Room, Whangārei Central … View moreCome along to a presentation and find out how to use LinkedIn Learning for free with your Whangarei District Libraries card. LinkedIn Learning is a great way to learn new skills or keep up-to-date with technology.
📅 Thursday, 26 June 1:30am - 2:30pm
📍 May Bain Room, Whangārei Central Library
Bring your device (laptop or tablet) to get started with free access to more than 5,000 top quality video courses delivered by expert teachers to help you develop business, technology and creative skills.
Not able to being your device - then watch and see how to access LinkedIn Learning when you get home.
🎫 Free entry. Book your place
Visit our website to register online.
If you're quietly thinking about standing for Council, you might be keen to see our Candidates Information Evening video which covered everything from remuneration to campaign rules and the different roles in a Council. We've got the whole thing on Youtube:
www.youtube.com...
… View moreIf you're quietly thinking about standing for Council, you might be keen to see our Candidates Information Evening video which covered everything from remuneration to campaign rules and the different roles in a Council. We've got the whole thing on Youtube:
www.youtube.com...
Nominations for Councillors open 4 July 2025.
Have you got what it takes to be a Councillor or Mayor?
✅Passion for your community
✅Connection across all age groups, cultures, abilities and beliefs
✅Courage to make decisions that will impact more than 100,000 people
Are you ready to take it to the next level? Watch the full … View moreHave you got what it takes to be a Councillor or Mayor?
✅Passion for your community
✅Connection across all age groups, cultures, abilities and beliefs
✅Courage to make decisions that will impact more than 100,000 people
Are you ready to take it to the next level? Watch the full episode here:
www.youtube.com...
Or find more information for candidates here:
www.wdc.govt.nz...
At Ryman you'll find a perfect blend of independence and community.
With our new Winter Special, we are offering a fantastic price on selected homes. These prices are available for a limited time only.
Call Donna on 09 435 3803 or click read more for more information.
Archaeologist Bill Edwards will talk about a collection of buttons discovered while working in the basement of Te Waimate Mission House in the mid-1970s. After being cleaned, the buttons revealed a fascinating insight into the military history of the Te Waimate area. In studying their context, … View moreArchaeologist Bill Edwards will talk about a collection of buttons discovered while working in the basement of Te Waimate Mission House in the mid-1970s. After being cleaned, the buttons revealed a fascinating insight into the military history of the Te Waimate area. In studying their context, these small everyday objects have big stories to tell us about the past.s.
📅 Tuesday, 24 June 11:00am - 12:00pm
📍 Cafler Suite, Forum North
🎫 No prior registration needed
🪑 Seating on a first come, first served basis.
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