Rural West Whangarei, Maungakaramea

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1090 days ago

Pursue higher education with a Masters Degree

Te Whare Wananga Awanuiarang

Masters Study

Meet Hinerangi Busby who shares her journey with Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi.

I am a graduate of the marae-centred programme, Te Pouhono, transforming Māori communities, promoting mātauranga-a-hapū, a-iwi. My participation took me to the Bachelor of Mātauranga Māori, … View more
Masters Study

Meet Hinerangi Busby who shares her journey with Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi.

I am a graduate of the marae-centred programme, Te Pouhono, transforming Māori communities, promoting mātauranga-a-hapū, a-iwi. My participation took me to the Bachelor of Mātauranga Māori, and then postgraduate study.

Awanuiārangi centres you. This is the nurturing space of Māori researchers, with the support of academic and professional staff; this all transpires from an authentic indigenous and traditional Māori environment.

My studies have empowered me to play a more pro-active role in whānau and hapū affairs. Instead of being angry at a past that we cannot change, let’s become part of the solution for positive change.
Find out more

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1090 days ago

Your Energy - What Matters Most to You?

Northpower

We're hitting the streets this summer to better understand the needs of our customers!

We know that energy hardship is becoming a growing issue and people's interest in alternative energies are growing and this is changing the way we all consume energy - so we thought the best way to … View more
We're hitting the streets this summer to better understand the needs of our customers!

We know that energy hardship is becoming a growing issue and people's interest in alternative energies are growing and this is changing the way we all consume energy - so we thought the best way to understand this is to survey our customers directly!

You'll see us at local community events, centres and even on your favourite beaches to ask everyone we meet what most matters to them.

Did we mention that if you fill out the survey, you enter a weekly draw to win a $200 grocery voucher? You can even do it online:
Complete the survey & be in to win!

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1090 days ago

Nearly 120 years later, TG Macarthy continues to help those in need

Public Trust

Since its inception in 1912, and with the support of our Charities team TG Macarthy Trust continues to help New Zealand communities by awarding grants to not-for-profit organisations. Read about what the trust is getting up to, almost 120 years after it was established.

1091 days ago

How much light does your houseplant need?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours,

If you've ever struggled with this question, houseplant collector Moira West (400 indoor plants and growing!) has the answers.

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1091 days ago

Heading to the bach this summer?

Climate Insights

Summer is nearly here and for many folks it is time to head to the beach. Whether you have your own batch or rent one it can be interesting to know about sea level rise, risk posed by storms, and of course tsunami.

With the Climate Insights property report you can get information on all three … View more
Summer is nearly here and for many folks it is time to head to the beach. Whether you have your own batch or rent one it can be interesting to know about sea level rise, risk posed by storms, and of course tsunami.

With the Climate Insights property report you can get information on all three ocean-related events. With easy to read graphs and insights for reducing your family's and a property's risk it is an essential part of your coastal awareness toolkit.
Download your Property Climate Report

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1091 days ago

Mobile Car Valet

Joshua from Kerikeri District

Great detail on a Mitsubishi Outlander.
All carpets and seats have been shampooed and the car came out very well.
Every bit of Interior trim in the car has been IV protected and revived.
Owner was super pleased with the look of the car,
I am mobile so I will come to you which takes out the hassle … View more
Great detail on a Mitsubishi Outlander.
All carpets and seats have been shampooed and the car came out very well.
Every bit of Interior trim in the car has been IV protected and revived.
Owner was super pleased with the look of the car,
I am mobile so I will come to you which takes out the hassle of dropping off a car then picking it up, I supply all my own equipment.
Feel free to contact me at anytime for a free quote.
Email: joshua.traas@gmail.com
Phone: 027 594 6082

1091 days ago

Parts of North Island moving to Red Light this Friday

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The regions which will be moving into the new Covid-19 Protection Framework at Red on Friday have been announced.

Northland, Auckland, Taupō and Rotorua Lakes Districts, Kawerau, Whakatane, Ōpōtiki Districts, Gisborne District, Wairoa District, Rangitikei, Whanganui and Ruapehu Districts … View more
The regions which will be moving into the new Covid-19 Protection Framework at Red on Friday have been announced.

Northland, Auckland, Taupō and Rotorua Lakes Districts, Kawerau, Whakatane, Ōpōtiki Districts, Gisborne District, Wairoa District, Rangitikei, Whanganui and Ruapehu Districts will all move to Red. The rest of the North Island and all of the South Island will move into Orange. These settings will next be reviewed on 13 December.

The existing Auckland boundary will remain in place until 17 January, and no new travel restrictions will be put in place. Vaccine passes will also come into force with the traffic light system.

Find out more about the new traffic light settings by region on this interactive map.

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1091 days ago

Children's Book Launch and Interactive Drawing Class - Dec 11, Craniums toy and bookstore, Whangarei

Michael from Kamo

Book launch, reading by the author + learn to draw your favourite animal - or make up your own!

Saturday December 11 at Craniums toy and bookstore in Whangarei, author Michael Botur launches children’s book ‘My Animal Family,' reading the book aloud with a bonus drawing class guided by … View more
Book launch, reading by the author + learn to draw your favourite animal - or make up your own!

Saturday December 11 at Craniums toy and bookstore in Whangarei, author Michael Botur launches children’s book ‘My Animal Family,' reading the book aloud with a bonus drawing class guided by local comic book artists.

'My Animal Family' is a 20-page illustrated book which teaches children about their place in the natural world. Mixing hilarious rhymes with scientific facts, children learn about the phylogenetic tree and the relationships between all life forms, with a core message about understanding that humans are equal to all other animals, from Ape to Zyzzyva.

Get your A3 paper, work out a plan for which animal you would love to illustrate, and your illustration experts and local artists Shane Evans, Rico Searle and Michael Botur will help - plus they’ll help you create genus and species name for an animal real or imaginary.

They'll also help you draw some powerful poster lettering so you have some wicked artwork to take home to your whanau.

- 10am-12pm, Craniums, Town Basin, Whangarei Saturday December 11

- Books are $28RRP

- Illustrated animal posters are free for anyone joining in a drawing workshop.

- Stay for 10 minutes or 100 minutes, however long it takes to draw your masterpiece. It's all good!

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1091 days ago

This week is Bake Week at the Red Cross shop in Dargaville

The Team from Red Cross Shop Dargaville

Tis the season for baking yummy treats for friends, family or workmates. Come in and get your baking items at a low price from the Red Cross shop in Dargaville. We are open from 9.30am to 3.30pm week days and from 9am to 1pm on Saturday. You can find us at 48 Victoria Street Dargaville.

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1092 days ago

Picked in the morning, on your plate for lunch

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours,

Read about this Dunedin cafe where vegetables from the kitchen has been grown by the owner. The staples of pumpkins, beetroot, cabbage and carrots do well here, he says, with a wide variety of other crops including spring onions, kohlrabi, celery, fennel, kale, potatoes, … View more
Dear neighbours,

Read about this Dunedin cafe where vegetables from the kitchen has been grown by the owner. The staples of pumpkins, beetroot, cabbage and carrots do well here, he says, with a wide variety of other crops including spring onions, kohlrabi, celery, fennel, kale, potatoes, silverbeet, leek, mint and herbs. Yummy!

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1092 days ago

Mobile car valet

Joshua from Kerikeri District

1993 off-road Ute interior full detail
These transformations are amazing,
Really pleased with with how the Ute came out. Most of the mud and clay managed to come out and now the carpets are springy and soft again.
I am mobile so I’ll come to you and detail your car,
Feel free to contact me at … View more
1993 off-road Ute interior full detail
These transformations are amazing,
Really pleased with with how the Ute came out. Most of the mud and clay managed to come out and now the carpets are springy and soft again.
I am mobile so I’ll come to you and detail your car,
Feel free to contact me at anytime for a free quote,
Email: joshua.traas@gmail.com
Phone: 027 594 6092

1093 days ago

Get more from your herd test

LIC

Add milk pregnancy testing to your next herd test, it’s the convenient way to tell if your girls are expecting after 28 days – without them knowing.

But why stop there? Combining animal health checks to your herd test could uncover subclinical Staph aureus, Johnes disease, those who produce… View more
Add milk pregnancy testing to your next herd test, it’s the convenient way to tell if your girls are expecting after 28 days – without them knowing.

But why stop there? Combining animal health checks to your herd test could uncover subclinical Staph aureus, Johnes disease, those who produce A2/A2 milk, as well as your herd’s production worth (PW) to help you make better calls.

Talk to your Agri Manager about adding pregnancy or animal health checks to your next herd test.
Find out more

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1094 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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1094 days ago

Reduce calving spread with SGL

LIC

Short Gestation Length (SGL) semen allows you to get cows in-calf late in mating. Using SGL semen should condense your calving spread, give more time for cows to recover and generate more days of milk. Not only can this boost your profits, but SGL is also a … View moreShort Gestation Length (SGL) semen allows you to get cows in-calf late in mating. Using SGL semen should condense your calving spread, give more time for cows to recover and generate more days of milk. Not only can this boost your profits, but SGL is also a cost-effective alternative to using natural mating bulls in weeks 7 to 10.

Talk to your Agri Manager about SGL options for your herd.
Find out more

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1094 days ago

Mobile Car Valet

Joshua from Kerikeri District

Nice Toyota Hilux I’ve just detailed
This was a work Ute and now looks brand new,
Floor mats have been deep cleaned and the Ute looks incredible and I am very pleased with the results.
The dash is back to its natural new gloss.
I am mobile so I will come to you to take the hassle out of dropping … View more
Nice Toyota Hilux I’ve just detailed
This was a work Ute and now looks brand new,
Floor mats have been deep cleaned and the Ute looks incredible and I am very pleased with the results.
The dash is back to its natural new gloss.
I am mobile so I will come to you to take the hassle out of dropping your car off.
Feel free to contact me at anytime,
Phone: 027 594 6082
Email: joshua.traas@gmail.com

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