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Hi, we are newly relocated to Northland from Kauai, Hawaii. I just wanted to let neighbours know we feel blessed to be here, you folks and the aina are beautiful. Thank you for the warm welcome.
We will be hosting some community educational events soon and we are able to offer some discounted … View moreHi, we are newly relocated to Northland from Kauai, Hawaii. I just wanted to let neighbours know we feel blessed to be here, you folks and the aina are beautiful. Thank you for the warm welcome.
We will be hosting some community educational events soon and we are able to offer some discounted services (for NZ residents) until we get our new centre established. You can come by our rental house in Kerikeri, or meet through video-chat if that's more convenient. Visit our freshly rebranded website (a work in progress :) to find out more or just check out all the free wellness resources available there. www.halepule.com...
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Te Pōkaitahi Reo
Meet Parminder Singh (Punjabi) who shares his journey with Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi:
“Studying in the Pōkaitahi Reo programme has allowed me to develop a totally beautiful and unique relationship with Māori communities. The learning has helped my work to … View moreTe Pōkaitahi Reo
Meet Parminder Singh (Punjabi) who shares his journey with Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi:
“Studying in the Pōkaitahi Reo programme has allowed me to develop a totally beautiful and unique relationship with Māori communities. The learning has helped my work to bridge gaps between Māori and others in our multicultural communities. When I look back, I feel really proud. It’s a great feeling when I speak te reo Māori. It’s a privilege.”
Share in Parminder’s experience and enquire now for 2020. These programmes are tuition fee free!
📱 Young people recognise the dangers of social media and are asking for safeguards to be put in place to protect them – including having its safe use taught in schools as part of the curriculum.
Hi neighbours! At Cooper's Pet Kitchen our food is free of cheap fillers like grains, corn, soy & wheat... but what does that really mean?
It means there’s more protein-packed nutrition in every bite. We’re big believers in quality over quantity so while our food may be a little … View moreHi neighbours! At Cooper's Pet Kitchen our food is free of cheap fillers like grains, corn, soy & wheat... but what does that really mean?
It means there’s more protein-packed nutrition in every bite. We’re big believers in quality over quantity so while our food may be a little more expensive than some, its nutrient density makes for smaller portions with more readily absorbable nutrients.
Get more bang for your dog’s bite with 50% OFF your first order with code NEIGHBOURLY.
This also means a decrease in what comes out the other end... less 'picking up' what they’re 'putting down' at the dog park if you catch our drift.
The North Island Journey
Wednesday 25 March - Tuesday 7 April
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Bookings are limited. Visit … View moreThe North Island Journey
Wednesday 25 March - Tuesday 7 April
Experience the North Island like you never have before on this 14-day Journey. Explore the North Island by train and coach, enjoying a magnificent combination of sights and experiences.
Bookings are limited. Visit www.readerstours.co.nz... to find out more or call us on 0800 080 099.
Now in his 70s, Ross Lockyer spent much of his life living and working in the forestry and logging industry in remote locations in the Pacific and Asia (Papua New Guinea, Irian Jaya/West Papua, Borneo, Sumatra, Burma and more). With a gung-ho approach to life (and his own safety), Ross threw … View moreNow in his 70s, Ross Lockyer spent much of his life living and working in the forestry and logging industry in remote locations in the Pacific and Asia (Papua New Guinea, Irian Jaya/West Papua, Borneo, Sumatra, Burma and more). With a gung-ho approach to life (and his own safety), Ross threw himself into his work and immersed himself in the local culture and communities wherever he went, learning the languages and customs that helped him fit in and do his job. He had many hair-raising adventures and close scrapes, and he encountered many amazing people wherever he went. This book is about Ross's time in pre-independence Papua New Guinea (1967-73) and captures a particular time in history when real adventure was still possible, and a young man's attitude made those adventures happen. His retelling is as fresh as if it happened yesterday and there is never a dull moment. The book includes some 60 coloured photographs from Ross's vast collection, which richly illustrate his writing.
Sample review from Brent.
A thoroughly enjoyable read written in a warm intimate kiwi style (often humorous) that really draws you in to Ross’s experiences. At times I felt like I was there with him facing the myriad of challenges, joys, hardships and fun of a kiwi bushman's life in late 60’s PNG. What’s so great about this story is that it’s equal part personal experience, PNG people & culture, environment and nature and Ross’s work life in forestry. It’s told from the kiwi bloke adventurer perspective in language that’s easily relatable - although very informative, it doesn’t come off as academic ‘study’ of PNG. On the contrary it strikes a great blend of personal recounts, observation and information based on the context of the events. This is an inspiring tale, especially in a modern age where we’re overly tempted to take the easy route and live vicariously through digital domains such as social media - this will light a spark in every youngster to get out there and LIVE!
Kaikohe and Kaitaia residents think the Far North District Council should have better prepared for droughts like the one Northland is in now. But the council says the drought is an exceptional circumstance, testing supplies that are usually reliable. What do you think?
Always wanted to help New Zealand Red Cross?... now you can!
Our Red Cross Appeal is coming up and we would love your help. Can you spare an hour or two of your time to help vulnerable people in your community and overseas?
During 16-22 March 2020, we will have street collections around the… View moreAlways wanted to help New Zealand Red Cross?... now you can!
Our Red Cross Appeal is coming up and we would love your help. Can you spare an hour or two of your time to help vulnerable people in your community and overseas?
During 16-22 March 2020, we will have street collections around the country. We would love to have you on our team.
Our residents are not shy or retiring. They live their lives with passion and purpose. They strive to push further, create better, and go beyond the ordinary. We are pioneering a new way to live in retirement. One with flexibility, certainty, and the ability to dial care up and down as you need it.… View moreOur residents are not shy or retiring. They live their lives with passion and purpose. They strive to push further, create better, and go beyond the ordinary. We are pioneering a new way to live in retirement. One with flexibility, certainty, and the ability to dial care up and down as you need it.
Ryman has been pioneering retirement living for 35 years. Our New Zealand and Australian villages are named after trailblazers: Sir Edmund Hilary, Weary Dunlop, Rita Angus, Nellie Melba. We always have, and always will, challenge the status quo and adapt to better serve our residents.
On behalf of a friend. Dog missing from Lodore Road towards Okaihau. Border collie with a jade green collar. Called Bess. Pm if you have sighted her please.
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Thursday's fire on Port Marsden Highway ended with a firefighter being hospitalised for heat exhaustion. Did you see the fire? What was it like? Share your thoughts here or send photos to denise.piper@stuff.co.nz
Northland is getting nearly $110m spent on its rail line plus $692m investment to four-lane State Highway 1 between Whangārei and Marsden Point. But the funding stops short of putting in a rail spur to Marsden Point and four-laning to Auckland. What do you think? Is the funding enough for … View moreNorthland is getting nearly $110m spent on its rail line plus $692m investment to four-lane State Highway 1 between Whangārei and Marsden Point. But the funding stops short of putting in a rail spur to Marsden Point and four-laning to Auckland. What do you think? Is the funding enough for Northland?
Emergency planning has started in Kaikohe, which could run out of water soon if dry weather continues. If that happens, residents would have to queue to collect their water from emergency tankers. Kaitaia and Dargaville also have strong water restrictions in place, and everyone is being asked to … View moreEmergency planning has started in Kaikohe, which could run out of water soon if dry weather continues. If that happens, residents would have to queue to collect their water from emergency tankers. Kaitaia and Dargaville also have strong water restrictions in place, and everyone is being asked to save water.
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