Rural West Whangarei, Maungakaramea

164 days ago

Whale Tail Playground is open in Ngunguru 🥳🤸‍♂️

The Team from Whangarei District Council

We worked with the students of Ngunguru School to discuss new playground designs. Then we removed the old playground in Ngunguru and did some drainage work on the site to make it work better in winter.

Now the new Whale Tail Playground is open - lovely timing with the school holidays on at the … View more
We worked with the students of Ngunguru School to discuss new playground designs. Then we removed the old playground in Ngunguru and did some drainage work on the site to make it work better in winter.

Now the new Whale Tail Playground is open - lovely timing with the school holidays on at the moment! Here are some pictures from the recent community-led opening event.

📍 Whale Tail Park, Kopipi Crescent, Ngunguru 0173

165 days ago

Let's get social

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Tell us what groups you'd like to see in your area...(walking groups, coffee meet-ups, swing dancing, a family tree group - anything at all!)

Or if you are already in a great group, share it here for others to get involved.

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166 days ago

Come and celebrate this new crime novel, "Woman, Missing" at PaperPlus

Sherryl from Kamo

All welcome - meet the author and get a signed copy with 10% discount. PaperPlus Whangarei, 16 John Street.
Saturday 20th July, 2pm.
Have a glass of champagne and some nibbles with us! If you love pacey crime fiction with a female PI as main character, this is the one for you. (Local author!)

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173 days ago

BP Maunu Rd

Jenny from South Whangarei

If anyone is thinking of using their 10c discount (Woolworths Everyday Rewards card) at this petrol station today - don't!
Caltex price $2.62 per litre - BP price $2.72 per litre, effectively negating the discount!!

167 days ago

Win a brand-new home!

Heart Foundation Lottery

For only $15 a ticket, you could be in to win this brand-new, fully furnished Jennian home located in gorgeous Mangawhai, worth almost $1.4 million dollars.

Featuring three bedrooms, two bathrooms and an open-plan kitchen, living and dining area, this home is waiting to be loved by its new … View more
For only $15 a ticket, you could be in to win this brand-new, fully furnished Jennian home located in gorgeous Mangawhai, worth almost $1.4 million dollars.

Featuring three bedrooms, two bathrooms and an open-plan kitchen, living and dining area, this home is waiting to be loved by its new owner.

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168 days ago

Weekend closure: Kamo Road to be closed at the rail-crossing

The Team from Whangarei District Council

From 7:00pm Friday 12 July until 5:00am Monday 15 July 2024 (includes night-works):

Kiwirail are replacing the tracks that cross Kamo Road and require a weekend closure to do the work safely. We recommend most drivers go around the closure via Kensington Avenue and Western Hills Drive (SH1).

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From 7:00pm Friday 12 July until 5:00am Monday 15 July 2024 (includes night-works):

Kiwirail are replacing the tracks that cross Kamo Road and require a weekend closure to do the work safely. We recommend most drivers go around the closure via Kensington Avenue and Western Hills Drive (SH1).

🟢 Side streets on Kamo Road will remain open
➡ Detour signs will be in place
🚲 Kamo Shared Path remains open - follow directions from the workers
🦺 Trains are returning soon!

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175 days ago

Why are ghosts such bad liars?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

...You can see right through them.

No, we haven't lost the plot! July 1st is International Joke Day and because laughter is good for your body, we want to get involved.

So, go on, jokers! Share your best joke below...

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170 days ago

Holiday Train Rides

Bill from Maunu

Hi Folks... The Whangarei Steam and Model Railway Club will be operating train rides in Heritage Park (Gate Two) Wednesday 10th to Friday12th and Wednesday17th to Friday 19th. 10am to 2 pm. $2.50 per person per ride. Toot toot!

171 days ago

Sign up for our email newsletter and WIN

The Team from Whangarei District Council

Sign up to our email newsletter by 31 July 2024 and go in the draw to win one of two $100 Prezzy cards 🥳

Sign up now

Stay informed about projects, events, consultations and services in your community.

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171 days ago

Plywood pegboard

Resene National Head Office

Easily change the height and layout of the shelves any time as your plants grow or the items you want to showcase change with this handy pegboard finished in Resene Colorwood Whitewash.

Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.
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173 days ago

Last chance to share your Bright Spot...

Resene

From stunning sunsets to quirky murals - we're loving seeing the beautiful photos that members are sharing across the country. These local Bright Spots add a little colour and brighten the day.

Our Bright Spots campaign closes on Sunday, 15 July so time is running out to share yours. With … View more
From stunning sunsets to quirky murals - we're loving seeing the beautiful photos that members are sharing across the country. These local Bright Spots add a little colour and brighten the day.

Our Bright Spots campaign closes on Sunday, 15 July so time is running out to share yours. With 10 prizes of $250 Resene ColorShop vouchers and $250 Prezzy® cards up for grabs, do take a moment and share this happy place with us.

Enter your local Bright Spots pics here today and be in to *WIN*.
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175 days ago

Try Joy’s Oven Hāngi Recipe

Jane Mander Retirement Village

This warming Hāngi recipe, created by Joy from Murray Halberg Village, serves six people with plenty of leftovers to enjoy the next day. Serve hot and enjoy with family or friends on a chilly winters night.

Click read more for the full recipe.

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177 days ago

30 Years of Homes & Gardens

NZ House & Garden

It’s NZ House & Garden’s 30th birthday, and to celebrate they’ve put together a great offer that’ll light up your home. Purchase or gift a 1 or 2-year subscription to NZ House & Garden and receive a Living Light luxury soy candle worth $56.90 for FREE*.

Enjoy inspirational home … View more
It’s NZ House & Garden’s 30th birthday, and to celebrate they’ve put together a great offer that’ll light up your home. Purchase or gift a 1 or 2-year subscription to NZ House & Garden and receive a Living Light luxury soy candle worth $56.90 for FREE*.

Enjoy inspirational home & garden content, convenient monthly home delivery, exclusive subscriber-only discounts, up to 27% off retail, and a Living Light luxury soy candle worth $56.90 when you become part of the NZ House & Garden community. *T&Cs apply.
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183 days ago

Found a BNZ Flexi Debit card

Colleen from Kerikeri District

Found on McCaughan road a BNZ Visa Flexi Debit card.
Will drop it off at BNZ on Tuesday.

180 days ago

Thanks and farewell to the Whangārei Leader

The Team from Whangarei District Council

Today's edition of the Whangārei Leader is its last. We've been proud publishers of the "Council News" section for decades and we're sad to see this era come to an end.

We don't want anyone to miss out on the "need to know" so we're encouraging … View more
Today's edition of the Whangārei Leader is its last. We've been proud publishers of the "Council News" section for decades and we're sad to see this era come to an end.

We don't want anyone to miss out on the "need to know" so we're encouraging readers to sign up to our fortnightly email newsletter, What's New Whangārei: www.wdc.govt.nz...

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