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2277 days ago

Poll: How has your Rugby World Cup streaming experience been?

Paul Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours, have you been enjoying the Rugby World Cup - or has your Spark Sport stream let you down?

The rest of Rugby World Cup tournament should stream "perfectly", Spark says, after thousands of rugby fans were let down by streaming of the All Blacks' first match.

To … View more
Hi neighbours, have you been enjoying the Rugby World Cup - or has your Spark Sport stream let you down?

The rest of Rugby World Cup tournament should stream "perfectly", Spark says, after thousands of rugby fans were let down by streaming of the All Blacks' first match.

To read more, click here.

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How has your Rugby World Cup streaming experience been?
  • 35.1% Perfect - I had no issues
    35.1% Complete
  • 31% Not the best
    31% Complete
  • 33.9% Absolutely horrible
    33.9% Complete
507 votes
2277 days ago

Poll: Are you supporting the climate change strike this week?

Neighbourly.co.nz

Young people are leading the charge for this Friday's climate strike.

The idea is for as many people as possible to take the day off work to protest for climate action in solidarity with the school strikers. Are you in support of this?

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Are you supporting the climate change strike this week?
  • 27.3% Absolutely
    27.3% Complete
  • 20.4% No - not interested in climate change
    20.4% Complete
  • 23.8% Not sure how the strike will make a difference
    23.8% Complete
  • 28.4% Other - more practical things could be done to raise awareness
    28.4% Complete
907 votes
2287 days ago

Should New Zealand history be taught in all schools?

Reporter Whangārei Leader

Hi neighbours - Jacinda Ardern has announced that all schools and kura would be expected, by 2022, to teach the country's history.

Curriculum changes would reset a national framework so that all learners and ākonga were aware of key aspects of New Zealand history and how they had influenced … View more
Hi neighbours - Jacinda Ardern has announced that all schools and kura would be expected, by 2022, to teach the country's history.

Curriculum changes would reset a national framework so that all learners and ākonga were aware of key aspects of New Zealand history and how they had influenced and shaped the nation.

What do you think? Should New Zealand history be taught in all schools, or are there other, more important subjects to teach?

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2282 days ago

Do you know a community hero?

Denise Piper Reporter from Whangārei Leader

Dr Carol Peters, best known for her work with One Double Five Community House Whare Awhina, has been nominated as a community hero in the Women of Influence Awards. What do you think of this nomination and can you name other heroes in the community (of any gender)?

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2284 days ago

Poll: Did you enjoy the giant Big Fresh fruits and veges?

Reporter Northern News

People either loved them or hated them, and now they're up for sale.

The giant 1990's Big Fresh Supermarket fruits and veges are up on Trade Me, with over 700 people adding them to their watchlist.

Did you enjoy seeing them on your grocery shopping outing?

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Did you enjoy the giant Big Fresh fruits and veges?
  • 45.5% Yes, I loved seeing them!
    45.5% Complete
  • 0% No way, they were terrifying
    0% Complete
  • 54.5% I didn't even notice them
    54.5% Complete
11 votes
2278 days ago

SUNDAY SKATING

Carl Cooper from Northland Inline Skating Club

Sunday Skating
2pm - 4pm today!
It's the last one for the year!!
$8 including skate hire. Eftpos available.
BaySport Stadium, Harmony Lane, Waipapa
Children under the age of 10 must be accompanied by an adult.

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2279 days ago

Join Gen Less

Gen Less

They all had their defining moments. Climate change is ours.
Join Gen Less, and live more with less energy. #GenLess
Join Gen Less now

2279 days ago

Poll: Will you sign up as a freedom camping ambassador?

Reporter Whangārei Leader

Applications are open for community-minded locals interested in becoming freedom camping ambassadors.

You'll be encouraging campers to play by Whangarei's rules, giving residents confidence that their environment and quality of life will be respected.

Are you passionate about … View more
Applications are open for community-minded locals interested in becoming freedom camping ambassadors.

You'll be encouraging campers to play by Whangarei's rules, giving residents confidence that their environment and quality of life will be respected.

Are you passionate about protecting Whangarei's environment? Will you be signing up?

SOURCE: Whangarei District Council

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Will you sign up as a freedom camping ambassador?
  • 7.1% Definitely! Sounds fun!
    7.1% Complete
  • 28.6% No, I'm not interested
    28.6% Complete
  • 0% I've done it before
    0% Complete
  • 64.3% I don't support freedom camping
    64.3% Complete
14 votes
2279 days ago

Fraudster's house sells for $700k

Reporter Northern News

The lifestyle block of fraudster Joanne Harrison has sold for $700,000.

She was sentenced to three years and seven months jail in 2017 after stealing more than $725,000 from the Ministry of Transport to pay off credit cards and her mortgage.

The new owners say they are "unfazed about the… View more
The lifestyle block of fraudster Joanne Harrison has sold for $700,000.

She was sentenced to three years and seven months jail in 2017 after stealing more than $725,000 from the Ministry of Transport to pay off credit cards and her mortgage.

The new owners say they are "unfazed about the property's former owner."

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2280 days ago

Peppertree Luxury Accommodation FOR SALE!

New Zealand Sotheby's International Realty

This boutique hotel offers a new owner the opportunity to combine a healthy and diverse lifestyle with an interesting and profitable business which naturally scales down during winter, allowing for a holiday.

Each of the five beautifully appointed suites has been subtly themed, providing … View more
This boutique hotel offers a new owner the opportunity to combine a healthy and diverse lifestyle with an interesting and profitable business which naturally scales down during winter, allowing for a holiday.

Each of the five beautifully appointed suites has been subtly themed, providing individual charm as well as comfort. In the heart of the lodge is a spacious, recently renovated farmhouse kitchen enjoying garden and orchard views. A large woodburner with wetback heats the water for a series of radiators around the house, ensuring year-round warmth.

Organically managed, the four-hectare property provides the ability to live from the land with honey, fruit trees, berry patches, vegetable gardens, olives and grazing for sheep, cattle and horses. The small Chardonnay vineyard with a careful selection of clones produces a succulent house wine thoroughly enjoyed by guests from all around the world.

A range of useful ancillary sheds and buildings offers space for projects, hobbies, storage and accommodation for staff. Other facilities on the property include a petanque court, croquet lawn and small gymnasium overlooking the swimming pool.

This extraordinarily diverse and unique lifestyle is ideally located on State Highway One, less than a five-minute drive from central Blenheim and 15 minutes from numerous winery cellar doors, restaurants and the airport.

Offers from $2,500,000 plus GST (if any)
Find out more

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2280 days ago

Burglary victim forced to solve own case

Reporter Northern News

Burglary and identity theft victim Rowan Miller took to solving the case with her friend after allegedly, Police did not act on information.

The friend said the sergeant implied the incident wasn't important, and she questions "What do you do if they don't take something like this… View more
Burglary and identity theft victim Rowan Miller took to solving the case with her friend after allegedly, Police did not act on information.

The friend said the sergeant implied the incident wasn't important, and she questions "What do you do if they don't take something like this seriously - if someone takes someone's identity and starts clocking up tens of thousands of dollars - where are we heading as a society?".

It is the second time in less than a week Police have apologised for not handling a burglary correctly.

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2280 days ago

A BBQ and rugby kind of weekend?

Reporter Whangārei Leader

If you're hoping to fire up the barbie ahead of the rugby this weekend, you're in for some good weather!

The sun is expected to shine across most of the country on Saturday, with the warmest day being Sunday due to northwesterly winds.

What are your weekend plans? Will you be … View more
If you're hoping to fire up the barbie ahead of the rugby this weekend, you're in for some good weather!

The sun is expected to shine across most of the country on Saturday, with the warmest day being Sunday due to northwesterly winds.

What are your weekend plans? Will you be watching the first NZ game?

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2280 days ago

A BBQ and rugby kind of weekend?

Reporter Northern News

If you're hoping to fire up the barbie ahead of the rugby this weekend, you're in for some good weather!

The sun is expected to shine across most of the country on Saturday, with the warmest day being Sunday due to northwesterly winds.

What are your weekend plans? Will you be … View more
If you're hoping to fire up the barbie ahead of the rugby this weekend, you're in for some good weather!

The sun is expected to shine across most of the country on Saturday, with the warmest day being Sunday due to northwesterly winds.

What are your weekend plans? Will you be watching the first NZ game?

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2280 days ago

PESTWORX SEPTEMBER 10% DISCOUNT

Ann from PESTWORX

SPRING OFFER | 10% DISCOUNT
Take advantage of our Spring 10% discount offer … contact us by the end of September to book your Pest Control Treatment and beat the summer rush!
0800 PESTWORX | 0800 737 896 | 09 407 7389
info@pestworx.co.nz
www.pestworx.co.nz...

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2281 days ago

Art & Collectables Live + silent auctions

The Team from Hospice Mid-Northland

View the artworks & collectables, make a silent bid ahead of the event on the day of the auction. Phone bidding available for Live Auction. Auctioneer Sabine Davison, MC Rick Palmer and gues speaker Allie Mooney.

- Formal/Smart attire
- 20+ Local Contributing Artists
- Live music, buffet … View more
View the artworks & collectables, make a silent bid ahead of the event on the day of the auction. Phone bidding available for Live Auction. Auctioneer Sabine Davison, MC Rick Palmer and gues speaker Allie Mooney.

- Formal/Smart attire
- 20+ Local Contributing Artists
- Live music, buffet dinner, complimentary glass of wine on arrival & cash bar.

When: Friday 11th October from 5:30pm to 11pm
Where: Turner Cantre Kerikeri

$50pp - Tables of 10 are *$450
*Early bird pricing for table group bookings until Sept 30th 2019.

Meet the Artists/Exclusive viewing evening

When: Thursday 26th September 2019 5pm to 7pm
Where: Bayleys in the North

RSVP (09) 407 7799 or email: fundraising@hospicemn.org.nz
Find out more

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