JP Service Desks
Did you know that the Northland Justices of the Peace Association runs free JP Service Desks where no appointments are necessary? These are a handy alternative if you cannot see a JP at home.
Locations are as follows:
Whangarei District Court: Monday to Friday 9.30 am – 12.30 pm
Whangarei Central Library: Saturday 9.30 am – 12 noon
Tikipunga Library: Wednesday 9.30 am - 12.00 noon (starting 09.08.2023)
Ruakaka Community Library: Saturday 10.00 am – 11.00 am
Mangawhai Museum: Saturday 10.00 am – 12 noon
Dargaville Whanau Focus: Thursday 12 noon – 1.00 pm
Kaiwaka Library: Please see link to Kaiwaka Library Facebook page below
Poll: Should the government levy industries that contribute to financial hardship?
As reported in the Post, there’s a $30 million funding gap in financial mentoring. This has led to services closing and mentors stepping in unpaid just to keep helping people in need 🪙💰🪙
One proposed solution? Small levies on industries that profit from financial hardship — like banks, casinos, and similar companies.
So we want to hear what you think:
Should the government ask these industries to contribute?
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59.3% Yes, supporting people is important!
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26.2% No, individuals should take responsibility
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14.5% ... It is complicated
Have you got New Zealand's best shed? Show us and win!
Once again, Resene and NZ Gardener are on the hunt for New Zealand’s best shed! Send in the photos and the stories behind your man caves, she sheds, clever upcycled spaces, potty potting sheds and colourful chicken coops. The Resene Shed of the Year 2026 winner receives $1000 Resene ColorShop voucher, a $908 large Vegepod Starter Pack and a one-year subscription to NZ Gardener. To enter, tell us in writing (no more than 500 words) why your garden shed is New Zealand’s best, and send up to five high-quality photos by email to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz. Entries close February 23, 2026.
Warrant to arrest: Steven Te Maru Walters
Police are working to locate Steven Te Maru Walters, who has a warrant for his arrest and is wanted by Police.
Walters, 40, is wanted by Police in relation to breaching his release conditions and is known to frequent the Whangārei area. It’s believed he is actively avoiding Police.
If you have seen Walters or have any information that may assist in locating him, please update us online now or call 105.
Please use the reference number 250220/4117.
Alternatively information can be provided anonymously to Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111
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