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1082 days ago

Bright Lights in the City event

The Team from Whangarei District Council

From tomorrow night there will be nine lovely sites to visit on evening weekend walks to see beautiful light-displays in the Central city.

Follow the trail through the from Laurie Hall up to Cameron St Mall, back down to the Town Basin and then along the Hatea Loop. Can you spot all of the bursts… View more
From tomorrow night there will be nine lovely sites to visit on evening weekend walks to see beautiful light-displays in the Central city.

Follow the trail through the from Laurie Hall up to Cameron St Mall, back down to the Town Basin and then along the Hatea Loop. Can you spot all of the bursts of colour along the way?

The lights will be on display from 6:00pm - 10:00pm on Friday 10 - Sunday 12 December, and again from Friday 17 - Sunday 19 December.

LAURIE HALL PARK
Look at the fountain flowing and the pohutukawa tree on the hill.

CAMERON STREET MALL
The canopy has stars floating above and the reindeers flying by.

TOWN BASIN
Oh Christmas tree lit up and shining so bright, you can also stroll past and see our friends at the Marina with their decorated boats.

Town basin PLAYGROUND
Dancing in the tree - happy and bright.

MANGROVE WALKWAY
Walk along the path and you will come across vivid colours that pop and dance.

Kotuitui Whitinga BRIDGE
"Insta worthy" snaps - make sure you get lots of photos as you walk across the bridge.

TE MATAU Ā POHE BRIDGE
Our bascule bridge stands so proudly on the Hātea River.

RIVERSIDE DRIVE
As you head along Riverside you will notice the uplights on our kiwi Christmas trees.

CANOPY BRIDGE
As you head back to the City you will walk over the bridge, lit up colourful and bright.

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1082 days ago

Celebrating a fantastic milestone!

The Team from Hospice Mid-Northland

This week is a significant week for both REAL Property Kerikeri (REAL) and Hospice, with REAL reaching $100,000 in money that they have raised through Project H and has been donated to Hospice this year!
Hospice Mid-Northland provides palliative care for patients and their whanau with a … View more
This week is a significant week for both REAL Property Kerikeri (REAL) and Hospice, with REAL reaching $100,000 in money that they have raised through Project H and has been donated to Hospice this year!
Hospice Mid-Northland provides palliative care for patients and their whanau with a life-limiting condition. We receive 42% of our operational costs from the Northland District Health board and we need to fundraise for the additional 58% through our shops, fundraising events and initiatives, donations, and bequests.

Towards the end of a very challenging 2020 for Hospice, we were approached by REAL with a proposal to help to support us and be their charity of choice. REAL proposed to donate $1,000 of every house listed and SOLD with them to Hospice.

This was to be a whole team decision, as if you know REAL Property Kerikeri, you will know they work differently to other real estates. At REAL, the team share all listings and commissions equally amongst their cooperative team of agents. For this to work the whole team were to agree to support Hospice – and they did!
Together we identified several other tangible assets that will allow REAL to support us in tangible ways. So far, REAL have been able to purchase two new cars for us, a car for our admin team and significantly a car for our nurses. Our Hospice has undergone a strategic plan and part of this has been a restructure to organise resource (staff) more efficiently. With the growth we have seen in patient numbers, and will continue to see in future years, has been the sole driver behind implementing our strategic plan.

A future extension of the head office is now in the planning and has become our focus. With your help we can get there faster, contact us if you are interested in donated funds, time, materials, or services

This week is a significant week for both REAL and Hospice, with REAL reaching $100,000 in money that they have raised through Project H and has been donated to Hospice this year.

Project H is a name that many in this community many may remember. REAL have organised a major fundraiser for Hospice Mid-Northland before. In 2008 they decided to build a house in 5 days, auction it off and donate all the proceeds to us. This idea was not only challenging to complete but would have been impossible without the support of our community. There were donations coming in thick and fast from suppliers of materials, trades peoples’ time and services and students supplying morning tea, lunches, and dinners for all the volunteers. The funds raised from this was $280,000 and was used to help purchase the property where our office and 2 of our 5 shops is now.

Working alongside REAL has been both a pleasure and very beneficial, we are so grateful to them. What is more important, is that the cultures and values of our two organisations are very much aligned, the two teams have bonded during this time.

REAL have further decided that they will continue their support for Hospice beyond 2021 and when you list your property with us you automatically become a Hospice supporter.

We will be outside the REAL office on Friday 10th December with a BBQ and cake stall – celebrating this fantastic milestone! Come down buy a sausage or a cake for morning tea – you could even win a spot prize!
Find out more

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1082 days ago

Rules for dogs on beaches this summer

The Team from Whangarei District Council

We're coming close to the annual times that dogs are banned on beaches, so if your pooch likes to jump and dig and sunbathe then you'd better go soon.

Dogs are not allowed on most Whangarei District beaches from 9:00am until 5:00pm between 20 December and 31 January - so there are two … View more
We're coming close to the annual times that dogs are banned on beaches, so if your pooch likes to jump and dig and sunbathe then you'd better go soon.

Dogs are not allowed on most Whangarei District beaches from 9:00am until 5:00pm between 20 December and 31 January - so there are two weekends to go before the temporary rule-change this year.

Our webpage has some suggestions for other great places to take dogs this summer, and two options for year-round dog-friendly beaches in Bream Bay.
www.wdc.govt.nz...

Just remember to take your dog-bags and a drinking bowl!

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1082 days ago

Mobile car valet

Joshua from Kerikeri District

Toyota Rav 4.
This car has been valeted, seats and carpets shampooed and exterior has had a good wash and all trim and dash has been UV protected.
I am mobile so I will come to you wether that’s your home or work place.
Feel free to contact me at anytime
Email: joshua.traas@gmail.com
Phone: 027 … View more
Toyota Rav 4.
This car has been valeted, seats and carpets shampooed and exterior has had a good wash and all trim and dash has been UV protected.
I am mobile so I will come to you wether that’s your home or work place.
Feel free to contact me at anytime
Email: joshua.traas@gmail.com
Phone: 027 594 6082

1083 days ago

Drop a Line for Dementia

Denise Piper Reporter from Whangārei Leader

Covid-19 restrictions on events and traditional fundraisers have prompted Alzheimers Northland to focus on a fishy new fundraiser.The organisation is running Drop a Line for Dementia, an inaugural fishing tournament running in January. See poster for more.

Final poster JPeg.pdf Download View

1083 days ago

Beyond the Rimu Grove –

Patricia from Maunu

The perfect nostalgic Christmas gift for anyone who remembers the sixties – or wishes they could have been around at the time.

Price: $24

BTRGCover_141x216Front (1).pdf Download View

1083 days ago

The Royal New Zealand Ballet

The Royal New Zealand Ballet

Let the Royal New Zealand Ballet transport you to a fantastical world of dazzling dance, music and enchantment. Choreographed by the late Liam Scarlett at the beginning of his short but blazingly bright international career, A Midsummer Night’s Dream was an overnight sensation at its premiere and… View moreLet the Royal New Zealand Ballet transport you to a fantastical world of dazzling dance, music and enchantment. Choreographed by the late Liam Scarlett at the beginning of his short but blazingly bright international career, A Midsummer Night’s Dream was an overnight sensation at its premiere and is now available to watch online, for a limited time only.

This specially shot online performance will bring this enchanting ballet from theatre to your screens, with live stage footage enhanced by close-ups so you can experience the emotion and dance first-hand. This is ballet like you’ve never seen it before, a full cinematic experience.

Watch online from 3 Dec – 12 Dec 2021. Rnzb.org.nz/msndonline
Watch online

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1083 days ago

Mobile Car Valet

Joshua from Kerikeri District

Honda Accord euro that got done today,
Floor mats and carpets shampooed,
Leather seats and the dash has been UV protected.
Leather seats have also been conditioned.
The paint work had a good soapy wash and windows clear as dear.
I am mobile so I will come to you wether that’s your home or work … View more
Honda Accord euro that got done today,
Floor mats and carpets shampooed,
Leather seats and the dash has been UV protected.
Leather seats have also been conditioned.
The paint work had a good soapy wash and windows clear as dear.
I am mobile so I will come to you wether that’s your home or work place.
Feel free to contact me at anytime
Email: joshua.traas@gmail.com
Phone: 027 594 6082

1084 days ago

Your Energy - What Matters Most to You?

Northpower

Did you know that 30% of your power bill comes from heating hot water?

This summer we're asking as many people as possible to fill in a quick survey that gives you some great energy-saving tips AND go in the weekly draw to win a $200 grocery voucher.
Complete the survey!

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1084 days ago

Book week at the Red Cross shop in Dargaville

The Team from Red Cross Shop Dargaville

This week is Book Week at the Red Cross shop in Dargaville. Our books are on special this week. Come in and see our wide range of books on different of subjects. The holiday season is around the corner so why not get a book for relaxing on a hot summers day. We are at 48 Victoria Street Dargaville.… View moreThis week is Book Week at the Red Cross shop in Dargaville. Our books are on special this week. Come in and see our wide range of books on different of subjects. The holiday season is around the corner so why not get a book for relaxing on a hot summers day. We are at 48 Victoria Street Dargaville. We are open 9.30am to 3.30pm week days and 9am until 1pm on Saturdays. Our phone number is 09 439 5583.

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1085 days ago

Pioneering a new way to live in retirement

Jane Mander Retirement Village

When you choose a Ryman village, you’re free to do more of the things you love. Free to live life your way, secure in the knowledge that help’s here if you need it.

You can embrace today. Without worrying about the lawns, or the rates. It’s another example of how we’re pioneering … View more
When you choose a Ryman village, you’re free to do more of the things you love. Free to live life your way, secure in the knowledge that help’s here if you need it.

You can embrace today. Without worrying about the lawns, or the rates. It’s another example of how we’re pioneering retirement living.

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1085 days ago

The Ryman Guide

Retirement is a chapter in life filled with possibility, and at a Ryman village we want to make that chapter the best it can be. That’s why we offer living options to suit everyone, it’s why our terms come with certainty, it’s why we continually innovate, and it’s why we offer care on site … View moreRetirement is a chapter in life filled with possibility, and at a Ryman village we want to make that chapter the best it can be. That’s why we offer living options to suit everyone, it’s why our terms come with certainty, it’s why we continually innovate, and it’s why we offer care on site so you can plan for the future.

The Ryman Guide will help you choose the lifestyle you want to live at a Ryman village, so you can embrace every opportunity.
Get your free copy here

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1086 days ago

Still stressed and shopping for Christmas?

The Team from NZ Compare

It’s been a hard year and we know for many the pinch is on this holiday season!
www.FreeVoucherCodes.co.nz has been launched to help Kiwi shoppers save money on a huge range of different products and services. Whether you need a meal kit comparison or discount vouchers for all your fave … View more
It’s been a hard year and we know for many the pinch is on this holiday season!
www.FreeVoucherCodes.co.nz has been launched to help Kiwi shoppers save money on a huge range of different products and services. Whether you need a meal kit comparison or discount vouchers for all your fave shopping spots – we’ve got it.

Check out Free Voucher Codes from NZ Compare for all the best coupons, promo codes and deals for your online Christmas shopping today!

NZ Compare is more than just power, broadband and money comparison. We’re helping Kiwis compare what’s out there!
COMPARE DISCOUNTS NOW

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1087 days ago

Get found fast & Win

The Team from Digital Boost

Go into the draw to win one of three $300 hampers from your favourite local business.

To automatically enter, all you need to do is log in, and watch Google My Business to learn about how easy it is to be found online.

The competition ends on the 12th of December 2021. The winners will be … View more
Go into the draw to win one of three $300 hampers from your favourite local business.

To automatically enter, all you need to do is log in, and watch Google My Business to learn about how easy it is to be found online.

The competition ends on the 12th of December 2021. The winners will be notified on Monday the 13th of December 2021.
Sign up today

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1087 days ago

Have your say on your local.

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Has the pandemic made you shop more locally? Do you feel like you can rely on your community?

Let us know in our State of the Neighbourhood survey and you could win 1 of 10 $100 Prezzy cards.
Take the survey

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