Parua Bay / Whangarei Heads, Parua Bay

1385 days ago

Everyone deserves to feel safe in their own community. 💐

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Today we remember the victims, families and communities affected on 15.03.2019

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1385 days ago

SuperSeniors

Office for Seniors

Consumer groups are warning seniors to be vigilant when being invited to join discount clubs with seemingly 'exclusive' offers.

Senior Advantage charges an upfront yearly fee of $39, claiming on its website that members can "save up to 70% at almost every store in New Zealand".… View more
Consumer groups are warning seniors to be vigilant when being invited to join discount clubs with seemingly 'exclusive' offers.

Senior Advantage charges an upfront yearly fee of $39, claiming on its website that members can "save up to 70% at almost every store in New Zealand". However, TVNZ 1 News, along with Consumer NZ, have voiced concerns.

For more information and advice, read our article in the latest SuperSeniors newsletter: bit.ly...

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1390 days ago

Awareness Week 8-14 March 2021

Sacha Green from Citizens Advice Bureau New Zealand

Do you know we help everyone? Some people get a bit stuck on our name, but you don’t have to have NZ citizenship to use our service. We’re here for everyone, no matter your nationality, age, ethnicity, gender, sexuality… (or other wonderful identifying feature of a person!).

Join us for CAB… View more
Do you know we help everyone? Some people get a bit stuck on our name, but you don’t have to have NZ citizenship to use our service. We’re here for everyone, no matter your nationality, age, ethnicity, gender, sexuality… (or other wonderful identifying feature of a person!).

Join us for CAB Awareness Week 8-14 March 2021, where we celebrate 50 years of serving the community.

www.cab.org.nz...

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1392 days ago

Do you think the tsunami evacuation went well?

Denise Piper Reporter from Whangārei Leader

Friday's tsunami warning after an earthquake in the Kermadec Islands had everyone heading for higher ground. While everyone in Whangārei seemed to hear the warnings, there were traffic jams at One Tree Point and out of the CBD. Do you think the evacuation process went well? What do you think … View moreFriday's tsunami warning after an earthquake in the Kermadec Islands had everyone heading for higher ground. While everyone in Whangārei seemed to hear the warnings, there were traffic jams at One Tree Point and out of the CBD. Do you think the evacuation process went well? What do you think could be improved?

1389 days ago

Have you seen Rafiki

Alison Shrigley Reporter from Whangārei Leader

On the 19th of December 2020 around 1:30pm Rafiki was hit by a slow moving vehicle outside the high voltage surf shop in central Kerikeri. He then bolted towards Bunnings car park where Nathan lost sight of him. A man pointed that Rafiki had run down Fairway Drive towards Golf View Road. There is a… View moreOn the 19th of December 2020 around 1:30pm Rafiki was hit by a slow moving vehicle outside the high voltage surf shop in central Kerikeri. He then bolted towards Bunnings car park where Nathan lost sight of him. A man pointed that Rafiki had run down Fairway Drive towards Golf View Road. There is a huge amount of gum trees where Rafiki may have hidden away. So Nathan has searched many days and nights..walking all the tracks.
Rafiki is dark brown of medium size. He has a white spotted chest and white spotted front paws and a white tip on his tail. He was wearing a blue collar with name tag.
They did put up a $1000 reward in the hopes that if someone had him he would be returned. This has not happened. There was a thought to be a sighting of Rafiki at the Homestead pub car park around a week after he went missing. And also a thought to be on the 11th of Feb at 10pm on Waipapa road.

Nathan lives in Waipapa so Rafiki could be trying to find his way home.

Rafiki is Nathan's Companion dog and he is desperate to get him home. If you have any information AT ALL please email Rachel Lyon at : missingk9response@yahoo.com

Any information would be very much appreciated - Thank you.

1388 days ago

Retro coffee table

The Team from Resene ColorShop Whangarei

Refresh a retro coffee table without losing its character with a touch of colour and Resene Aquaclear.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how you can refresh your old table.

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1390 days ago

Covid-19 vaccines are rolling out but do you think we need free meningococcal vaccines as well?

Denise Piper Reporter from Whangārei Leader

Tamariki close to a "lovely boy" who died from meningococcal disease have been unable to get the vaccine because of cost. Takarua Ngakuru​, 6, from Northland's Tautoro​, died on February 13 from what has now been confirmed as meningococcal disease, although the strain is unknown.… View moreTamariki close to a "lovely boy" who died from meningococcal disease have been unable to get the vaccine because of cost. Takarua Ngakuru​, 6, from Northland's Tautoro​, died on February 13 from what has now been confirmed as meningococcal disease, although the strain is unknown. But those close to him cannot afford the vaccine - do you think this needs to change?

1390 days ago

Red Cross Street Collection - We need your help!

New Zealand Red Cross from Central Whangarei

Hello Whangarei!

The Red Cross Street Collection is just over one week away!

We are desperately seeking volunteers to bucket collect with us on **Friday 19 March**!

We also have some spaces available on Saturday 20 March. Please get in touch to find out our availability.

Every dollar raised … View more
Hello Whangarei!

The Red Cross Street Collection is just over one week away!

We are desperately seeking volunteers to bucket collect with us on **Friday 19 March**!

We also have some spaces available on Saturday 20 March. Please get in touch to find out our availability.

Every dollar raised helps us continue to do good the community. Whether we are providing a warm meal, a safe drive to the hospital or teaching first aid in the community - The Red Cross are there for people in need, and in an ever-changing world, the Red Cross is needed now more than ever.

If you can spare an hour or two of your time to bucket collect with us, then please get in touch. Please email nia.oxburgh@redcross.org.nz or call 027 280 1045.

Or sign up online here: www.redcross.org.nz...

Thank you!

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1390 days ago

Tonight's Long Term Plan meeting will be live-streamed

The Team from Whangarei District Council

Want to attend a Long Term Plan meeting online? We're live-streaming tonight's meeting to Facebook, and it will be available on FB + Youtube afterwards.

Link to join live:
www.facebook.com...

You can also join in-person at the Cafler Suite at Forum North, at 6:30pm. There will also be… View more
Want to attend a Long Term Plan meeting online? We're live-streaming tonight's meeting to Facebook, and it will be available on FB + Youtube afterwards.

Link to join live:
www.facebook.com...

You can also join in-person at the Cafler Suite at Forum North, at 6:30pm. There will also be live sign-language interpretation available for those who attend in-person.

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1390 days ago

Get decorating and $ave!

Resene

$ave with 25% off Resene premium paints, wood stains, primers, sealers, wallpapers, decorating accessories and cleaning products!

Come in and see us and get all the advice you need for your projects. Whether you need help choosing colours, deciding which products to use, or what prep is … View more
$ave with 25% off Resene premium paints, wood stains, primers, sealers, wallpapers, decorating accessories and cleaning products!

Come in and see us and get all the advice you need for your projects. Whether you need help choosing colours, deciding which products to use, or what prep is required, Resene staff can help you every step of the way.

Resene products are designed and made in NZ and have been since Resene started in Wellington over 75 years ago.

Come in and get inspired to make the most of your home.
Learn more

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1390 days ago

Join us for Round the Backyard!

Round The Bays

NZ's largest fun run goes virtual! Join us for the first-ever Ports of Auckland Round the Backyard - it’s a way for us all to band together while keeping safe in our own backyards.

You can walk, jog or run your own 8.4km course wherever you want - whether it be in your own backyard, … View more
NZ's largest fun run goes virtual! Join us for the first-ever Ports of Auckland Round the Backyard - it’s a way for us all to band together while keeping safe in our own backyards.

You can walk, jog or run your own 8.4km course wherever you want - whether it be in your own backyard, neighbourhood or a nearby park.

There will be live leaderboards, an interactive course map and participant places in real-time, so you can have healthy rivalry between friends – all via a handy app!

Wanna learn more? Head to our website www.roundthebays.co.nz
Enter now

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1391 days ago

A love of learning!

NumberWorks'nWords Whangarei

At NumberWorks'nWords we create a learning environment that children love to come to.

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1391 days ago

Ryman Healthcare charity partner 2021/22

Jane Mander Retirement Village

Applications are closing soon!

Since 1999, the residents and staff at Ryman Healthcare have raised more than $4 million for charities across New Zealand and Australia.

Supporting fellow pioneers isn’t new. It’s in our DNA. Learn more about becoming our charity partner.

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1391 days ago

Long Term Plan: Public meetings

The Team from Whangarei District Council

We are currently developing our Long Term Plan (LTP) 2021-2031, which outlines our activities and priorities for the next ten years, and how we will pay for them.
We will be seeking your views and feedback on the proposed plan, including:
💬 climate change
💬 rating options
💬 revitalisation … View more
We are currently developing our Long Term Plan (LTP) 2021-2031, which outlines our activities and priorities for the next ten years, and how we will pay for them.
We will be seeking your views and feedback on the proposed plan, including:
💬 climate change
💬 rating options
💬 revitalisation of our city centre
💬 funding for event facilities

REMAINING DATES AND LOCATIONS
👩‍👩‍👧‍👦 Tuesday, 9 March at 7:00pm - Ruakākā Recreation Centre
👩‍👩‍👧‍👦 Wednesday, 10 March at 6:30pm - Cafler Suite, Forum North*
👩‍👩‍👧‍👦 Thursday, 11 March at 6:30pm - Trinity Church Hall, Tikipunga
👩‍👩‍👧‍👦 Monday, 15 March at 6:30pm - Te Kura o Otangarei
👩‍👩‍👧‍👦 Tuesday, 16 March at 6:30pm - Ruatangata Public Hall
👩‍👩‍👧‍👦 Wednesday, 17 March at 6:30pm - Hikurangi Memorial Hall
👩‍👩‍👧‍👦 Thursday, 18 March at 6:00pm - Mangakahia Sports Complex
👩‍👩‍👧‍👦 Friday, 19 March at 7:00pm - Parua Bay Community Centre Hall
👩‍👩‍👧‍👦 Monday, 22 March at 6:30pm - Pataua Outdoor Education Centre

* The 10 March meeting at Forum North will be publicly live-streamed on Facebook:
www.facebook.com...

The LTP is Council's key strategic planning document, and these public meetings are an opportunity to hear what's in it and why.

For the full consultation document and its appendixes, or to submit your feedback, visit www.wdc.govt.nz...

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1398 days ago

WARNING from an Old Lady....

Alison Neighbourly Lead from Kamo

"An older lady gets pulled over for speeding"...
Older Woman: Is there a problem, officer?
Officer: Ma'am, you were speeding.
Older Woman: Oh, I see.
Officer: Can I see your license please?
Older Woman: I'd give it to you but I don't have one.
Officer: Don't have one?
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"An older lady gets pulled over for speeding"...
Older Woman: Is there a problem, officer?
Officer: Ma'am, you were speeding.
Older Woman: Oh, I see.
Officer: Can I see your license please?
Older Woman: I'd give it to you but I don't have one.
Officer: Don't have one?
Older Woman: Lost it, 4 years ago for drunk driving.
Officer: I see...Can I see your vehicle registration papers please.
Older Woman: I can't do that.
Officer: Why not?
Older Woman: I stole this car.
Officer: Stole it?
Older Woman: Yes, and I killed and hacked up the owner.
Officer: You what?
Older Woman: His body parts are in plastic bags in the trunk if you want to see
The Officer looks at the woman and slowly backs away to his car and calls for back up. Within minutes 5 police cars circle the car. A senior officer slowly approaches the car, clasping his half drawn gun.
Officer 2: Ma'am, could you step out of your vehicle please!
The woman steps out of her vehicle.
Older woman: Is there e a problem sir?
Officer 2: One of my officers told me that you have stolen this car and murdered the owner.
Older Woman: Murdered the owner?
Officer 2: Yes, could you please open the trunk of your car, please.
The woman opens the trunk, revealing nothing but an empty trunk.
Officer 2: Is this your car, ma'am?
Older Woman: Yes, here are the registration papers.
The officer is quite stunned.
Officer 2: One of my officers claims that you do not have a driving license.
The woman digs into her handbag and pulls out a clutch purse and hands it to the officer.
The officer examines the license. He looks quite puzzled.
Officer 2: Thank you ma'am, one of my officers told me you didn't have a license, that you stole this car, and that you murdered and hacked up the owner.
Older Woman: Bet the liar told you I was speeding, too.

Don't Mess With Old Ladies

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