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Ioakimi Sale has been sent to jail for four-and-a-half years for drink-driving causing the death of pregnant 18-year-old Nga Roimata Beattie-Rihari (pictured, centre). He had six prior drink-driving convictions before her death on April 19. That day he spent seven hours drinking - including driving… View moreIoakimi Sale has been sent to jail for four-and-a-half years for drink-driving causing the death of pregnant 18-year-old Nga Roimata Beattie-Rihari (pictured, centre). He had six prior drink-driving convictions before her death on April 19. That day he spent seven hours drinking - including driving to the shops to replenish his stock - before getting behind the wheel again. Beattie-Rihari's brother said Sale could have just walked around Moerewa after he had been drinking. What are other ways of getting around Northland without drink-driving?
Fortunately, we have lots of other great gift ideas. At Smiths City we have got gifts for kids aged 8 to 80, grab the perfect prezzies for the wee ones and the big kids.
With a great range of products across all categories, Smiths City is the best place to visit to grab those last-minute items.… View moreFortunately, we have lots of other great gift ideas. At Smiths City we have got gifts for kids aged 8 to 80, grab the perfect prezzies for the wee ones and the big kids.
With a great range of products across all categories, Smiths City is the best place to visit to grab those last-minute items. We also have gift cards available just in case you can’t choose. Come in-store today and chat to our friendly team.
Northland's real estate is 'going mad', in part because Aucklanders are moving to the area or looking to get a foothold in the property market. How has this impacted you? Are you struggling to buy your first house? Or have you benefited from the gains? (Please put NFP if your … View moreNorthland's real estate is 'going mad', in part because Aucklanders are moving to the area or looking to get a foothold in the property market. How has this impacted you? Are you struggling to buy your first house? Or have you benefited from the gains? (Please put NFP if your comments are not for publication.)
All the team at PESTWORX would like to thank you for your support throughout 2020 and all that it’s thrown at us! and choosing PESTWORX for your pest control solutions.
We will be taking a short break over the festive season and our office will close on Thursday 24th December, 2020
And reopen on… View moreAll the team at PESTWORX would like to thank you for your support throughout 2020 and all that it’s thrown at us! and choosing PESTWORX for your pest control solutions.
We will be taking a short break over the festive season and our office will close on Thursday 24th December, 2020
And reopen on Tuesday 5th January, 2021.
You can still contact us by email info@pestworx.co.nz or leave a message on the answerphone to be picked up.
Wishing you a very Merry Christmas
and a Happy & Prosperous New Year!
Ann, John, Ralph & Simon
Respect the locals.
Domestic tourism is likely to see the Bay of Island’s marine environment busier than ever this year. Whilst we all like to enjoy the sunshine and unique marine environment the Bay has to offer, we all have a responsibility to protect what makes it so special.
Te … View moreRespect the locals.
Domestic tourism is likely to see the Bay of Island’s marine environment busier than ever this year. Whilst we all like to enjoy the sunshine and unique marine environment the Bay has to offer, we all have a responsibility to protect what makes it so special.
Te Pēwhairangi/Bay of Islands bottlenose dolphins spend 86% of their day with boats. The population has sadly declined by 91% since 1997 to just 26 individuals.
There are marine mammal regulations to reduce the effect boats have on the bottlenose dolphins, and other marine mammals. Following these regulations is crucial to marine mammals continuing their normal behaviours critical to survival – such as feeding, resting and nursing their young.
See full regulations list at: www.doc.govt.nz.....
Study in Northland!
Meet Jasmine (Te Rarawa, Te Aupouri, Ngāpuhi, Ngāti Hine) who shares “Awanuiārangi offered an accessible teaching programme that meant I didn't have to move away from home in North Hokianga. I’ve grown personally and professionally through my studies making my … View moreStudy in Northland!
Meet Jasmine (Te Rarawa, Te Aupouri, Ngāpuhi, Ngāti Hine) who shares “Awanuiārangi offered an accessible teaching programme that meant I didn't have to move away from home in North Hokianga. I’ve grown personally and professionally through my studies making my whānau/hapū proud. I was employed by a school immediately after completing, am now focusing on my teacher registration, and planning to return to study for a Master of Indigenous Studies”
You too can help facilitate the learning journey of future leaders.
Study with us in 2021 and become a teacher!
“We are really thrilled... It’s not just a win for us but for the whole community. We’ve just facilitated it.” Read about these amazing greenthumbs and find out how they turned a red zone into a thriving food forest for their entire neighbourhood.
Buy Resene Premium Paints, Wood Stains, Primers, Sealers, Wallpaper, Decorating Accessories and Cleaning Products and get the GST value (15% off the full retail price) off the normal price. Plus if you are a Resene DIY Cardholder, get an extra 5% off!
Discounts off the normal retail price at … View moreBuy Resene Premium Paints, Wood Stains, Primers, Sealers, Wallpaper, Decorating Accessories and Cleaning Products and get the GST value (15% off the full retail price) off the normal price. Plus if you are a Resene DIY Cardholder, get an extra 5% off!
Discounts off the normal retail price at your local Resene owned ColorShop and participating reseller until 2 February 2021. Paint offers are also available at Mitre 10 MEGA and selected Mitre 10 stores. Excludes WallPrint, decals, Crown, trade and industrial products, PaintWise levy and account sales.
If you don't have a Resene DIY Card, sign up free online or while you are in store.
Happy decorating!
Former Far North mayor Wayne Brown is personally backing a proposal to move Ports of Auckland's operations to Northport, now that the plan's main backers - NZ First - are no longer in Parliament. But the plan is not supported by Northport itself. What do you think?
Our little blue Santa has a great many surprises left in his collection to give away. Today our Pukeko wants to give you a chance to win a six-month subscription to the NZ House & Garden Magazine. Keep an eye out on the noticeboard for the secret codeword and enter it into our giveaway page.
So, I spent a weekend hitting the open homes and seeing what it's like to try to buy as a solo person. Folks, it's tough out there... As an older, single person, it's really tough. Take a look at how I found "the churn" and let me know how it compares to your experience.
A more sustainable Aotearoa begins with the choices each Kiwi makes, and our customers have asked us to help make them those choices easier when they’re shopping for their families.
At The Warehouse, you’ll find an ever-growing range of products that are kinder to our planet.
Right now … View moreA more sustainable Aotearoa begins with the choices each Kiwi makes, and our customers have asked us to help make them those choices easier when they’re shopping for their families.
At The Warehouse, you’ll find an ever-growing range of products that are kinder to our planet.
Right now we’re at 8,000 and counting – and with 5,000 of them available for just $20 or less, sustainable is more affordable than ever.
Here at Neighbourly we know a little secret; to run a successful business in today’s world you have to have trust.
Our members are your locals. Start 2021 with a Neighbourly Premium Business listing and connect with your community on a trusted platform.
Neighbourly - a local social … View moreHere at Neighbourly we know a little secret; to run a successful business in today’s world you have to have trust.
Our members are your locals. Start 2021 with a Neighbourly Premium Business listing and connect with your community on a trusted platform.
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Hi Northland,
Would you be put off by a health warning at your local swimming spot?
Around 100 popular swimming locations across the country have been slapped with health warnings for the summer season this year.
Local councils reported long-term poor water quality due to the presence of … View moreHi Northland,
Would you be put off by a health warning at your local swimming spot?
Around 100 popular swimming locations across the country have been slapped with health warnings for the summer season this year.
Local councils reported long-term poor water quality due to the presence of algal blooms and high concentrations of sediment in popular swimming spots like Lake Rotorua, Waikanae Beach and Paraparaumu Beach. Some of these sites have had consistently low scoring that local councils have stopped monitoring them and have instead posted long-term warning signs against swimming.
Swimmers that ignore signs risk gastrointestinal illnesses and respiratory diseases from water made hazardous by farm runoff, sewage contamination and high bacteria counts.
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