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Here at the at the Red Cross Shop we are always looking for good quality items. If you think you have something to donate to the Red Cross shop in Dargaville, please come in and see us at 48 Victoria Street Dargaville. Or give us a call on 09 439 5583. We are open 9.30am to 3.30pm week days and 9am… View moreHere at the at the Red Cross Shop we are always looking for good quality items. If you think you have something to donate to the Red Cross shop in Dargaville, please come in and see us at 48 Victoria Street Dargaville. Or give us a call on 09 439 5583. We are open 9.30am to 3.30pm week days and 9am to 1pm Saturdays.
We're lucky to support rangatahi across the motu through our programmes.
We do this through community-focused, positive experiential learning and mentoring programmes, that build self-confidence, resilience, improve the mental health and well-being, and support the young people to move … View moreWe're lucky to support rangatahi across the motu through our programmes.
We do this through community-focused, positive experiential learning and mentoring programmes, that build self-confidence, resilience, improve the mental health and well-being, and support the young people to move towards greater independence.
To find out more, head to our website below.
Join us for a fun run....all sizes and types of vehicle welcome!
A one hour drive followed by a one hour car display at the local carpark. Fun for the whole family tell family and friends to all come along....
Dear neighbours,
To celebrate National Gardening Week (October 17-25), Yates have partnered with NZ Gardener to give away some fantastic prizes to some of the most inspirational compost builders in the country. Show us your compost setup, whether it’s tiny or huge, and the best looking compost … View moreDear neighbours,
To celebrate National Gardening Week (October 17-25), Yates have partnered with NZ Gardener to give away some fantastic prizes to some of the most inspirational compost builders in the country. Show us your compost setup, whether it’s tiny or huge, and the best looking compost wins 1 of 9 Compost Kits (RRP $319 each).
So email through your best tip for successful compost and one photo of your composting setup to loveyourgarden@yates.co.nz by August 26, 2022 to be in to win.
With the 75+ population projected to double in 20 years’ time, it’s more important than ever to choose a retirement village that is equipped to support you when you’re fully independent as well as if you need care.
That’s why Ryman villages plan ahead by offering independent living in … View moreWith the 75+ population projected to double in 20 years’ time, it’s more important than ever to choose a retirement village that is equipped to support you when you’re fully independent as well as if you need care.
That’s why Ryman villages plan ahead by offering independent living in apartments and townhouses, assisted living in serviced apartments, resthome care and, in most villages, hospital and specialist dementia care.
We offer a higher ratio of care in our villages so that if your needs change, you have priority access to our care centres.
Knitting needles are clicking across our villages and the wider community for the Yuri Bear project🐻❤️.
We’re aiming to knit 20,000 teddy bears for children displaced as a result of turmoil in their country.
We’ve been overwhelmed by the response so far, but 20,000 bears is no … View moreKnitting needles are clicking across our villages and the wider community for the Yuri Bear project🐻❤️.
We’re aiming to knit 20,000 teddy bears for children displaced as a result of turmoil in their country.
We’ve been overwhelmed by the response so far, but 20,000 bears is no small ask!
If you can knit, know someone who can or would like to find out how you can help, please click on the link below.
Dear neighbours,
How many of you remember gardening in school? Hopefully, more students and teachers will be inspired by the great work being done at this amazing school.
Hello cat lovers! Even all pet lovers! "CatSpeak", published by Kerikeri's very own book publisher will be out in time for Xmas, so if you want to consider a special gift of a book full of photos of cats expressing their thoughts and feelings, this is the one! For more info. … View moreHello cat lovers! Even all pet lovers! "CatSpeak", published by Kerikeri's very own book publisher will be out in time for Xmas, so if you want to consider a special gift of a book full of photos of cats expressing their thoughts and feelings, this is the one! For more info. please have a look at finelinepress.co.nz... All the best, Graham Bathgate, Kerikeri
Find your voice with Toastmasters. At Toastmasters@Lunchtime we learn to communicate with confidence, leadership skills and to listen actively. Join us for a fun filled meeting. Every Wednesday 1-2pm May Bain Room Whangarei Central Library
This week is youth week at the Red Cross shop in Dargaville. On the 12th of August it will be International Youth Day. At the Red Cross shop in Dargaville we have plenty of items and clothing suitable for youth. Come in and see us at 48 Victoria Street Dargaville.
Dear neighbours,
Every month, NZ Gardener runs a series of tested reader recipes using a seasonal crop. We are now on the hunt for asparagus recipes, so send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz before August 21, 2022.
Every published recipe wins a copy of our special edition Vegetable … View moreDear neighbours,
Every month, NZ Gardener runs a series of tested reader recipes using a seasonal crop. We are now on the hunt for asparagus recipes, so send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz before August 21, 2022.
Every published recipe wins a copy of our special edition Vegetable Growing Made Easy.
Making it onto the first rung of the property ladder can be an incredibly rewarding journey – and Stuff is here to help you through.
Stuff Homed has launched the First Time Buyers’ Club, an email series to help you navigate the equal-parts exciting and terrifying process of buying your first… View moreMaking it onto the first rung of the property ladder can be an incredibly rewarding journey – and Stuff is here to help you through.
Stuff Homed has launched the First Time Buyers’ Club, an email series to help you navigate the equal-parts exciting and terrifying process of buying your first ever home. When you join our six-week LearnStuff course, you’ll get an email every week giving you all the basics on what you need to know, who you need on your side, and what you need to do at each stage of the journey.
We can’t make the houses any cheaper, but we can guide you through the process, share some tips from the experts, and help you avoid some of the trips and traps.
Sign up (it's free) and get started on your house-buying journey.
Find your voice with Toastmasters. At Toastmasters@Lunchtime we learn to communicate with confidence, leadership skills and to listen actively. Join us for a fun filled meeting. Every Wednesday 1-2pm May Bain Room Whangarei Central Library
We still need volunteers in the following areas - Ruakaka, Whangarei, Dargaville, and Kaikohe. We are really grateful to have volunteers that support the Cancer Society, in fact all of them that give an hour or two are the only reason we are able to continue Daffodil Day and the support that means … View moreWe still need volunteers in the following areas - Ruakaka, Whangarei, Dargaville, and Kaikohe. We are really grateful to have volunteers that support the Cancer Society, in fact all of them that give an hour or two are the only reason we are able to continue Daffodil Day and the support that means for cancer patients and their whanāu.
Call 0800 366 066 to register your interest, or go to daffodilday.org.nz...
And, THANK YOU!
The countdown is on! Make sure you’re enrolled and your details are up to date by 12 August to make voting in the local elections easy.
Visit vote.nz or call 0800 36 76 56 to find out more.
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