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Our wonderful team of volunteers have so far handled 2,304 enquiries for 2024. Our top 10 related to Legal Services, Relationships, Rental Housing, Consumer Law, Conditions of Work, Death, Law Enforcement, Courts, Domestic Ownership & Rights of the Individual.
We know from listening to your … View moreOur wonderful team of volunteers have so far handled 2,304 enquiries for 2024. Our top 10 related to Legal Services, Relationships, Rental Housing, Consumer Law, Conditions of Work, Death, Law Enforcement, Courts, Domestic Ownership & Rights of the Individual.
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Ka mate, ka mate! The Māori All Blacks v Scotland, an historic rugby match right here in Whangārei on 5 July 2025.
Te pakō o te pekepaipa! (The bagpipes will resound!)
"It will be a massive event for our region, with the Black Ferns kicking things off at 1:05pm, followed by the Māori … View moreKa mate, ka mate! The Māori All Blacks v Scotland, an historic rugby match right here in Whangārei on 5 July 2025.
Te pakō o te pekepaipa! (The bagpipes will resound!)
"It will be a massive event for our region, with the Black Ferns kicking things off at 1:05pm, followed by the Māori All Blacks at 3:35pm."
📌 Full story from Northland Rugby:
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Get big summer savings at Resene ColorShops! Bring out the best in your home with kiwi made Resene paints, colours and wood stains. Plus choose from a huge range of wallpaper and accessories.
Kia ora neighbours. If you've got a family recipe for courgettes, we'd love to see it and maybe publish it in our magazine. Send your recipe to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, and if we use it in the mag, you will receive a free copy of our January 2025 issue.
Walker is in excellent condition.
Exercycle is fine on nil resistance but mechanical brake is noisy when rsistance is added.
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Neighbours, we are looking ahead to December 25th and it's always a busy time.
Each family does things a little different and we'd love to know where you stick to tradition and where you strongly differ. Perhaps there's a tradition that you think is just overrated! Share your … View moreNeighbours, we are looking ahead to December 25th and it's always a busy time.
Each family does things a little different and we'd love to know where you stick to tradition and where you strongly differ. Perhaps there's a tradition that you think is just overrated! Share your thoughts below.
Hundreds of Kiwi children will receive something special this Christmas thanks to Ryman Healthcare’s support of the Catalytic Foundation’s Christmas Shoebox Project.
Instead of giving individual gifts to residents, the idea was to redirect those funds to support struggling New Zealand … View moreHundreds of Kiwi children will receive something special this Christmas thanks to Ryman Healthcare’s support of the Catalytic Foundation’s Christmas Shoebox Project.
Instead of giving individual gifts to residents, the idea was to redirect those funds to support struggling New Zealand families having to cut back on essentials.
Ryman residents were overwhelmingly in support of the idea, with many volunteering to help choose the gifts to fill over 1000 shoeboxes with thoughtful items.
Click read more for the full story.
Kia ora neighbours. We know your tomato plants are still growing, but we're looking ahead to the harvest already! If you've got a family recipe for tomatoes, we'd love to see it and maybe publish it in our magazine to share with our readers. Send your recipe to … View moreKia ora neighbours. We know your tomato plants are still growing, but we're looking ahead to the harvest already! If you've got a family recipe for tomatoes, we'd love to see it and maybe publish it in our magazine to share with our readers. Send your recipe to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, and if we use it in the mag, you will receive a free copy of our February 2025 issue.
Less than a week left to enter this merry competition.
With lots of spot prizes to win (as well as the title of NZ's Merriest Home), it's worth getting out your camera phone and taking a picture of your festive abode!
Check out the Christmassy homes here.
Gift-giving looks a lot different these days when you can pick up super-cheap goods made overseas. But do they last?
Do you have any old items like appliances, electronics or clothing that have stood the test of time? Share below!
Wishing you and your whanau a safe and Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.
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Whether you’re searching for a thoughtful secret Santa … View moreWhy not gift them a magazine subscription tailored to their interests? This Christmas, find the perfect gifts at Mags4Gifts! We're offering up to 30% off a wide range of magazines – there’s something for everyone in your whanau!
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UVNZ app
Know when to protect your skin using the free UVNZ app
The UV Index (UVI) can guide you on when to use sun protection based on your current location; download the free UVNZ app on your smartphone for when you're on the go.
The app provides forecasts of the UV index (UVI) at … View moreUVNZ app
Know when to protect your skin using the free UVNZ app
The UV Index (UVI) can guide you on when to use sun protection based on your current location; download the free UVNZ app on your smartphone for when you're on the go.
The app provides forecasts of the UV index (UVI) at various locations throughout Aotearoa. If the UVI is 3 or above, your skin can be damaged, so protection is required.
The app uses data from NIWA Taihoro Nukurangi to let you know when you need to use sun protection for your location.
You need to check the UVNZ app even when it's overcast, as UV radiation can still get through cloud. The UVI can still be 3 or over on a cloudy day.
- Download for iOS
- Download for Android
- Features of the app
Tells you the current UV Index (UVI) levels at various locations throughout NZ
Shows how the UVI level can change through the day
Shows how what time of day you need to use sun protection
Can be personalised depending on your skin type and the clothing you are wearing.
So do yourself a favour, take the guesswork out of sun protection and download the UVNZ smartphone app today.
About the UV Index (UVI)
The UV Index gives a measure of the strength of the Sun's rays. When the UVI is 3 or above though the course of any day, we need to be SunSmart and Slip, Slop, Slap and Wrap.
If the UVI is low (1-2), this generally means it’s safe to be outdoors unprotected unless you spend a lot of time outside. UVI levels where sun protection is necessary are: moderate (3–5), high (6–7), very high (8–10) and extreme (11+). During the New Zealand summers, UVI regularly reaches over 12, whereas in much of the winter months UVI is below 3.
Damage to unprotected fair skin can occur in less than 15 minutes when UVI is 12, and within approximately 60 minutes when UVI is 3.
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