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We are seeking public opinion about the future of air transport in the Whangārei District.
We need to plan ahead and be ready for change in the air transport sector. Aircraft types and sizes may change in future, or Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) rules may change. Either of these could require … View moreWe are seeking public opinion about the future of air transport in the Whangārei District.
We need to plan ahead and be ready for change in the air transport sector. Aircraft types and sizes may change in future, or Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) rules may change. Either of these could require the airport to shift from Onerahi, potentially some time in the 2030's.
The existing airport at Onerahi has a relatively short runway with smaller than usual safety areas at each end. We have looked at extending the safety margins, but problems with this option mean we must also consider new potential sites elsewhere in our District. We have permission from the CAA to continue using the existing Onerahi airport for the time being, giving us time to examine potential new sites.
We have identified three potential new sites: Ruatangata West, Ruatangata and One Tree Point West. From initial investigations these potential sites all appear to meet the required criteria including enough clear flat land for a runway, clear airspace at either end (ie no mountains or hills), land for the operational area a new airport would require, and relatively close links to state highways.
Now it's time to include the community in this study. Please take the time to examine each of the options, and share your perspective through the 'Have your say' options.
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The weather is getting chilly, ya power is going to rise! So why are you sticking with the same plan and provider if it might be costing you MORE money?!
53.9% of Neighbours said they switched over 6 months ago and 33.6% said you have no idea when you last switched! We want to know why … View moreThe weather is getting chilly, ya power is going to rise! So why are you sticking with the same plan and provider if it might be costing you MORE money?!
53.9% of Neighbours said they switched over 6 months ago and 33.6% said you have no idea when you last switched! We want to know why you're not switching power providers?
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Our winning Nice Neighbours have been featured across NZ in the local papers, maybe you've spotted these smiling faces...
If you have a nice neighbour who needs recognised for the little (or big!) things they do, nominate them on our Nice Neighbour page and you could each get a $25 Prezzy® … View moreOur winning Nice Neighbours have been featured across NZ in the local papers, maybe you've spotted these smiling faces...
If you have a nice neighbour who needs recognised for the little (or big!) things they do, nominate them on our Nice Neighbour page and you could each get a $25 Prezzy® card - that sounds like morning tea to me!
Join us in our celebrations... on Friday 29th April, 2022 at Kawakawa Railway Station.
We start with a 6am blessing of the new Training and Service Station, and continue from 11am with the Steam Festival and Open Day celebrations for the whole family.
See the new boiler for Gabriel ...
Live … View moreJoin us in our celebrations... on Friday 29th April, 2022 at Kawakawa Railway Station.
We start with a 6am blessing of the new Training and Service Station, and continue from 11am with the Steam Festival and Open Day celebrations for the whole family.
See the new boiler for Gabriel ...
Live music will be playing whilst you enjoy activities, demonstrations and food, and you can even get close up and personal with our locomotives!
See the poster for more information....
Looking forward to welcoming you!
This Sunday 1 May the Royal Australian Airforce will be paying us a visit with a C130J Hercules.
You may recall this type aircraft visited us once before, during a medi-vac of one of their members. - It was very impressive.
This is the model C130 the RNZAF have on order.
This time a more mundane… View moreThis Sunday 1 May the Royal Australian Airforce will be paying us a visit with a C130J Hercules.
You may recall this type aircraft visited us once before, during a medi-vac of one of their members. - It was very impressive.
This is the model C130 the RNZAF have on order.
This time a more mundane reason for a visit as we are the last stop of an around NZ tour.
Expected time of arrival is 1000 (10:00 am) and will leave just an hour later.
Worth coming out and having a look.
Hi neighbours,
It's time to sow your seeds and cut those flowers because NZ Gardener's new special edition is on-sale now!
The NZ Gardener team takes you through the seasons with advice on cutting fresh flowers 365 days of the year. Flick through the pages and find stunning … View moreHi neighbours,
It's time to sow your seeds and cut those flowers because NZ Gardener's new special edition is on-sale now!
The NZ Gardener team takes you through the seasons with advice on cutting fresh flowers 365 days of the year. Flick through the pages and find stunning photographs, step-by-step instructions on how to arrange bouquets and what to plant and when.
Get your copy where any good magazines are sold or buy online at Mags4Gifts.co.nz
Mother’s Day is only a few weeks away. If you are looking for great, inexpensive gift ideas for Mum, pop in and see us at the Red Cross shop in Dargaville.
Today we honour those who fought for our future 💚 These lanterns were created by students to commemorate Anzac Day and to put at the end of their driveways.
Purchase a three month subscription to the Sunday Star-Times for $51.87 and get a cleaning kit (RRP$66) for Free from WildClean, the world’s 1st plastic negative cleaning co.
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On Saturday May 21st 2022 motorcycles between the ages of 30 years old and over 100 years old will be gathering at the club rooms before leaving on their rally. If you would like to look at them come along between 8.30am and 10.30. Heritage Park, 500 State Highway 14, Maunu (Kiwi North grounds).
Sometimes having NO plan is a great plan! But if you feel the need to do something this long weekend then take a look at our top ideas.
From the team at NZ Compare - be safe and smile with your loved ones. Lest we forget. ❤️
Dear neighbours,
Every month, NZ Gardener runs a series of tested reader recipes using a seasonal crop. We are now on the hunt for persimmon recipes, so send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz before April 29, 2022.
Every published recipe wins a copy of our special edition Homegrown … 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 persimmon recipes, so send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz before April 29, 2022.
Every published recipe wins a copy of our special edition Homegrown Recipes.
FLYPAST ALERT: NORTHLAND AND MANAWATU-WHANGANUI!
The Air Force Heritage Flight of New Zealand are excited to detail our planned 25 April 2022 Anzac Day Flypasts.
Northland
Northland played a significant part in New Zealand’s Military Aviation Heritage, including the extensive facilities at RNZAF… View moreFLYPAST ALERT: NORTHLAND AND MANAWATU-WHANGANUI!
The Air Force Heritage Flight of New Zealand are excited to detail our planned 25 April 2022 Anzac Day Flypasts.
Northland
Northland played a significant part in New Zealand’s Military Aviation Heritage, including the extensive facilities at RNZAF Station Waipapakauri. The Air Force Heritage Flight is recognising the importance of Northland on Anzac Day by conducting a series of flypasts with Harvard ZK-ENB “NZ1076”. Purchased new by the RNZAF in 1944, NZ1076 is an important piece of New Zealand's military aviation heritage.
Note that the flypasts will be conducted in accordance with Civil Aviation Rules and will therefore be no lower than 1000 feet above the ground. Whilst the Harvard will not be low nor fast, we hope that you enjoy its undeniable presence and character!
Northland Harvard itinerary:
0930 NZWP
0932 Huapai (SH16)
0933 Waimauku (SH16)
0936 Helensville (Town Centre SH16)
0938 Kaukapakapa (SH16)
0942 Shelly Beach (Waterfront)
0951 Wellsford (Town Centre SH1)
0955 Kaiwaka (Town Centre SH1)
0958 Maungaturoto (Cnr. SH12 and Gorge Rd)
1011 Dargaville (Town Centre Victoria St)
1027 Kaikohe (Lindvart Park)
1029 Okaihau (Town Centre SH1)
1043 Kaitaia (Commerce St)
1046 Waipapakauri (SH1)
1053 Mangonui (Waterfront Road)
1058 Taupo Bay (Taupo Bay Waterfront)
1107 Kerikeri (Kerikeri Domain and Pavillion)
1110 Kerikeri Airfield
Land and refuel (lunch!) at Kerikeri Airfield.
1330 Kerikeri Airfield
1333 Haruru (SH11)
1335 Paihia (Waterfront SH11)
1336 Russell (Russell Wharf)
1340 Kawakawa (Town Centre SH1)
1342 Moerewa (SH1)
1351 Hikurangi (Hikurangi Sports Park)
1355 Whangarei (Town Basin Marina)
1359 One Tree Point (Waterfront, One Tree Point Rd)
1401 Ruakaka (Travelling South along Marsden Point Rd)
1404 Waipu (Caledonian Park)
1409 Mangawhai Heads (Molesworth Dr)
1410 Mangawhai (Moir St)
1418 Omaha (Omaha Beach)
1420 Matakana (Town Centre)
1421 Warkworth (Wharf St)
1424 Snells Beach (Waterfront)
1430 Orewa (Orewa Beach)
1433 Whangaparaoa (Main St)
1436 Long Bay (Long Bay Beach)
1437 Browns Bay (Browns Bay Beach Reserve)
1437 Mairangi Bay (Mairangi Bay Beach)
1438 Milford Beach (Waterfront)
1439 Takapuna (Takapuna Beach)
1441 Devonport (Devonport Beach)
1445 Whenuapai
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