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Red Cross Annual Appeal Week is in full swing. Support us by shopping at your local Red Cross Shop or you could just pop in and make a donation!
If you can’t make it into the shop, no worries, just check out our listings on chooza.com and support Red Cross by shopping from the comfort of your … View moreRed Cross Annual Appeal Week is in full swing. Support us by shopping at your local Red Cross Shop or you could just pop in and make a donation!
If you can’t make it into the shop, no worries, just check out our listings on chooza.com and support Red Cross by shopping from the comfort of your couch. Hit the link below to see our exciting listings
This practical 4-session workshop will cover the basics of what good governance looks like, and will provide tools for ensuring a board is effective in adding value to the important work that your organisation does.
This workshop is suitable for both new and experienced board members.
It is … View moreThis practical 4-session workshop will cover the basics of what good governance looks like, and will provide tools for ensuring a board is effective in adding value to the important work that your organisation does.
This workshop is suitable for both new and experienced board members.
It is recommended that at least two people from a board participate to gain maximum benefit for the organisation.
We also encourage organisations to bring a young participant FREE of charge if they are a 'Young Adult' aged 17- 30 years. This person does not have to be an existing board member, but someone involved in the organisation that would benefit from this Professional Development.
CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP
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Check out some of the items that people are bidding on as part of the List, Sell, Give Hope! campaign 🤩🤩🤩
One of them could be yours! Just by clicking the “bid” button!
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Get 20% off Resene premium products at Resene ColorShops and participating resellers:
- Paints
- Wood stains
- Primers
- Sealers
- Decorating accessories
- Wallpaper
… View moreGet 20% off Resene premium products at Resene ColorShops and participating resellers:
- Paints
- Wood stains
- Primers
- Sealers
- Decorating accessories
- Wallpaper
- Cleaning products
Discounts off the normal retail price of Resene premium paints, wood stains, primers, sealers, decorating accessories, wallpaper and cleaning products until 26 April 2022. Available only at Resene owned ColorShops and participating resellers or shop online. For details see 20% off sale.
Anyone who would like a variety of plants Succulents Cycads Bergenia Cannas Bromeliads and many more No charge just bring a bag and spade
Applications are now open to Auckland Grammar School’s boarding hostel, Tibbs House, for 2023. Founded in 1962, Tibbs House provides accommodation, study and recreational facilities for 120 boarders. Boarders are supported by eight full time Masters who offer a wide range of teaching subjects and… View moreApplications are now open to Auckland Grammar School’s boarding hostel, Tibbs House, for 2023. Founded in 1962, Tibbs House provides accommodation, study and recreational facilities for 120 boarders. Boarders are supported by eight full time Masters who offer a wide range of teaching subjects and activities, as well as nightly study guidance.
Boarding Scholarships are also available. Apply now.
To apply, visit our website to download an application form. Alternatively, contact the Director of Boarding, Mr Frank Haszard at f.haszard@ags.school.nz.
First-aid kits... every home should have one!
Having a first-aid kit at home and or in the office will help you respond effectively to common injuries and emergencies ❣
Keep your family and colleagues safe by bidding on this comprehensive first aid kit - www.chooza.com...
Northland Rescue Helicopters thank community
The Northland community has again come up trumps by donating over $360,000 to the Northland
Rescue Helicopter 2021 annual fundraising appeal.
The total is up from $334k in 2020 and $246k in 2019.
Northland Emergency Services Trust Chair Paul Ahlers says … View moreNorthland Rescue Helicopters thank community
The Northland community has again come up trumps by donating over $360,000 to the Northland
Rescue Helicopter 2021 annual fundraising appeal.
The total is up from $334k in 2020 and $246k in 2019.
Northland Emergency Services Trust Chair Paul Ahlers says he is immensely grateful for the ongoing
generosity of Northlanders and visitors to the region over the summer break.
“We are always taken aback by the passion people have for the service and that shows in the fact they donate substantial amounts year after year,” says Mr Ahlers.
“We simply could not do what we do without this community support and the backing of our principal sponsors of 34 years – Top Energy and Northpower, Northland Regional Council and all of our other loyal sponsors.
“Then there are all those individuals and community groups and organisations and clubs who fundraise on our behalf. It all adds up and that is vital for a charity like ours.”
Northland Rescue Helicopter CEO Craig Gibbons says he is also thankful for the loyal support from the Northland community.
“The support we receive from the community and sponsors seems to get stronger every year and it is critical to have that backing because the demand for our rescue helicopters continues to increase as the Northland population grows,” says Mr Gibbons.
In recent weeks two significant donations were made to the service. The first from ‘All in, All Out Trail Riders’ who donated $5,150 after a trail ride fundraiser.The group has regularly fundraised after one member, Hemi Murray, survived a horrific head on crash into a pine tree in July 2020. He was not expected to survive and has since recovered remarkably well and become an avid supporter of the service.
The other donation came from Whangarei man Phil Schultz who organised a classic car convoy around Northland. The efforts of Schultzie and his mates raised $4,418k, adding to the thousands of dollars he has personally raised in recent years.
Top Energy and Northpower Chief Executives Russell Shaw and Andrew McLeod have also acknowledged the community support.
“We love the way the community comes together every year to support the annual fundraising appeal in so many ways – with donations and in-kind activity.
“We are all part of the community and every donation goes towards helping someone in their time of need, so it really is a case pf paying it forward and caring for others,” say the pair.
2021 was the busiest year on record for Northland’s Rescue Helicopters with 1289 mission call-outs in the calendar year to midnight December 31. That was up from 1115 missions in 2020 and 951 missions in 2019. Since 1988, the service has completed well over 23,000 missions.
Hey there, I just wanted to let everyone know, I'm new on this platform, so wanted to share with any farmers or lifestyle / rural neighbours about Lanolin Coatings. We have got the agency for NZ.
Lanolin is a naturally derived protective wax extracted from wool fleece with proven … View moreHey there, I just wanted to let everyone know, I'm new on this platform, so wanted to share with any farmers or lifestyle / rural neighbours about Lanolin Coatings. We have got the agency for NZ.
Lanolin is a naturally derived protective wax extracted from wool fleece with proven characteristics to lubricate, protect and preserve surfaces from natures corrosive forces.
Lanolin Technologies embraces responsible manufacturing and sustainability practices. From the raw materials we use as ingredients, to our methods of manufacture, we aim to make a positive and balanced contribution to the environment.
For more information please visit our website - www.allcodistributors.co.nz...
Clearance sale now on at the Red shop in Dargaville. Come in and check out the specials on clothing at 48 Victoria Street Dargaville. We are open 9.30am to 3.30pm week days and 9am to 1pm Saturdays.
Want to give something back to your community and support those in need? We’re recruiting new volunteers in Northland, especially Kaipara. Training will be held over 2 weekends via Zoom on 9/10 April and 30 April/1 May.
Volunteer Support Workers come from all walks of life, just like those who… View moreWant to give something back to your community and support those in need? We’re recruiting new volunteers in Northland, especially Kaipara. Training will be held over 2 weekends via Zoom on 9/10 April and 30 April/1 May.
Volunteer Support Workers come from all walks of life, just like those who need our help. They make an incredible difference by providing support and information for people affected by crime and trauma. Volunteers receive comprehensive training and support from our locally based staff.
Check out our website to find out more about volunteering with us.
Welcome to Putahi....
The chosen name was Pūtahi, which means “a place where everyone can gather and enjoy themselves”. It was one of the top five selected from 93 that came in from the public when Council called for names that reflected the park’s significance.
The name of the new park … View moreWelcome to Putahi....
The chosen name was Pūtahi, which means “a place where everyone can gather and enjoy themselves”. It was one of the top five selected from 93 that came in from the public when Council called for names that reflected the park’s significance.
The name of the new park shows the significance of its site in the past, in the present and in the future.
Discussions with representatives of the hapu of the area, Te Parawhau and Ngati Kahu o Torongare, have covered its history and use in its earliest times, then history was gathered relating to European settlement and more recent times. These discussions included its complicated history of mana whenua and ownership through various reclamations, river diversions and land acquisition by different parties
All these factors were taken into consideration when the final name for the park was chosen.
Representatives from the Tangata Whenua of the area, and members of the project team considered all the proposals and created a shortlist of five suitable names, along with explanations of their relevance. The final name was selected by Whangarei Mayor Sheryl Mai and all Councillors.
I have two Swift Coastal Row Boats for sale. Only on the market due to a pending international move. These boats have never been used and are, therefore, still brand new. They were purchased last year from the only supplier of Swift boats in New Zealand and carted up from Nelson to Kerikeri. Each … View moreI have two Swift Coastal Row Boats for sale. Only on the market due to a pending international move. These boats have never been used and are, therefore, still brand new. They were purchased last year from the only supplier of Swift boats in New Zealand and carted up from Nelson to Kerikeri. Each boat is 6m long and weighs 35 kg. Sandwich construction with fiberglass skin, with enclosed seat deck for maximum buoyancy. Built to FISA standards. Riggers can be removed. Can be transported on a roof rack. Comes with oars and a trolley for storage and/or trundling down to the water. Both boats have always been garaged.
see Swiftracing.com for the full specification
These boats are being advertised at $7500 each.
March is Red Cross Appeal month. During March, we raise funds to enable us to deliver services to the most vulnerable people in our communities. Services such as delivering Meals on Wheels, helping to settle new Kiwi's in Aotearoa New Zealand and training our Disaster Response volunteers to … View moreMarch is Red Cross Appeal month. During March, we raise funds to enable us to deliver services to the most vulnerable people in our communities. Services such as delivering Meals on Wheels, helping to settle new Kiwi's in Aotearoa New Zealand and training our Disaster Response volunteers to support with rescue and recovery during a disaster.... and more.
This year we are doing our appeal a bit differently and we need your help! Unfortunately, due to COVID-19 and the Red Traffic Light settings we can’t go ahead with our physical street collection so instead, we are partnering with Chooza to bring you our "List, Sell, Give Hope!" campaign.
It’s easy! You list it, someone else buys it and together you give hope by supporting New Zealand Red Cross. With your help, we can continue to support those most vulnerable in our communities when they need it most!
Check out www.chooza.com...... to find out more!
We're offering 🐝free🐝 parking for the next six weeks to help keep our Central Business District buzzing.
At an emergency meeting yesterday Councillors unanimously decided to cancel all parking charges in Council-owned parking spaces for up to six weeks starting Monday 14 March 2022. … View moreWe're offering 🐝free🐝 parking for the next six weeks to help keep our Central Business District buzzing.
At an emergency meeting yesterday Councillors unanimously decided to cancel all parking charges in Council-owned parking spaces for up to six weeks starting Monday 14 March 2022.
“It's time to mask up, scan in, use sanitiser, and support local businesses" says Mayor Sheryl Mai, "They need us and we need them. Let's pull through this together and we can all rebuild in the good times that lie ahead."
“Businesses that rely on foot traffic have been doing it hard during the COVID pandemic and in the past two weeks especially, the central city has seen fewer people."
Parking will be free in all of Council’s off-street carparks, on-road metered parking spaces, the John Street Carparking Building and the John and James Street carparks managed for Council by Wilsons Parking.
❗🍭 We can't turn our mechanical "lollipop" meters off, so don’t put money in them unless you're feeling reeeallly generous.
Our ticket dispensers and MPark (our online parking) will be shut off during the campaign, and there will signage posted to support this message.
We are also asking people to play fair – this initiative is to get people back to positive routines of shopping local, eating from our lovely local food businesses and enjoying our public spaces. If you work in town, please park where you normally would and leave the parks outside your shop for customers.
Our wardens will still be out there checking that people move on after the allotted time and ticketing where necessary – the idea is to keep things moving, bring the buzz, inject energy and life as people come in, go about their business and head off again.
Our contribution is the equivalent of about $240,000 in lost parking income, but we reckon visitors will spend that and much more at local businesses.
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