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Learn about how the Northland Mitre 10 Cup team are encouraging people to clean their boots to prevent kauri dieback.
Are we happier owning our own home or renting?
It turns out one answer does not fit all.
Some people feel more "grounded" owning their own home, giving them the feeling they're planning for the future and creating a legacy. But there are people who think the opposite. Read more
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New Zealand is one of the happiest countries in the world, but how do you even define happiness?
There's a growing body of research on happiness showing the things that make us happier, and things that detract from our happiness. Read more from our "Good Life Guide" here.
UPDATE: The missing teenager has now been found safe.
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Hi neighbours - have you seen this teenager?
A 13-year-old boy has been reported missing after failing to return home three days ago.
He was last seen wearing grey shorts, a camouflage beanie and a hoodie on the day he went … View moreUPDATE: The missing teenager has now been found safe.
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Hi neighbours - have you seen this teenager?
A 13-year-old boy has been reported missing after failing to return home three days ago.
He was last seen wearing grey shorts, a camouflage beanie and a hoodie on the day he went missing. His family are concerned for his well being and hoped to have him home soon.
Those with information are urged to phone Kerikeri police on 09 407 9211 or 105.
Read more.
So far, community board nomination numbers are very low - which could partly be due to an error about who is eligible to stand. Nominations close on Friday. Are you standing for a community board or the council? Why or why not? (Please put NFP on any comments that are not for publication.)
Whangārei District Council has budgeted $38m for its new civic centre, to be built on the RSA site by May 2022. But some say the price is too high and it should be built by local firms. What do you think? (Please put NFP if your comments are not for publication.)
Hi readers - Child development expert Nathan Wallis says, "we've created an economy where it's impossible to buy a house in New Zealand without having two parents go to work, so how are we expected to be available to walk kids to school every day?". What do you think of this? … View moreHi readers - Child development expert Nathan Wallis says, "we've created an economy where it's impossible to buy a house in New Zealand without having two parents go to work, so how are we expected to be available to walk kids to school every day?". What do you think of this? Do you think Kiwi culture needs to change to allow parents to accompany their children?
This conversation comes after a coroner found that Gisborne six-year-old Carla Neems should not have been walking alone the day she was killed on her way home from school. Read more of the story here.
Child development expert Nathan Wallis says "we've created an economy where it's impossible to buy a house in New Zealand without having two parents go to work, so how are we expected to be available to walk kids to school every day?".
Do you agree with this? Do you think … View moreChild development expert Nathan Wallis says "we've created an economy where it's impossible to buy a house in New Zealand without having two parents go to work, so how are we expected to be available to walk kids to school every day?".
Do you agree with this? Do you think we're part of a culture that doesn't allow us to adequately supervise young children?
Would you like to try inline skating & have fun while getting fit?
Our drop-in casual skate session is just for you.
Tuesday 10.30am -11.30am during school term 3.
$5 including skate hire or bring your own skates.
BaySport Stadium Harmony Lane Waipapa
Stuff's new podcast, Out of My Mind, is a series of true stories about mental health, told by the people who’ve been there.
In each episode, one person talks to journalist Adam Dudding about their life, and the view from inside their head. These first-person dispatches from the front … View moreStuff's new podcast, Out of My Mind, is a series of true stories about mental health, told by the people who’ve been there.
In each episode, one person talks to journalist Adam Dudding about their life, and the view from inside their head. These first-person dispatches from the front lines of mental health are moving, yet also full of moments of surprise, tenderness and humour.
There are seven episodes. Two are available now and the following five will be released each Monday. Listen to the latest podcast here.
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MetService has issued a severe thunderstorm watch for Northland.
Threat period: from 9:32am Monday to 12:00am Tuesday.
These thunderstorms may become severe, bringing damaging wind gusts of 110km/hr or stronger, with a few small tornadoes also possible. Wind gusts of this strength can cause … View moreMetService has issued a severe thunderstorm watch for Northland.
Threat period: from 9:32am Monday to 12:00am Tuesday.
These thunderstorms may become severe, bringing damaging wind gusts of 110km/hr or stronger, with a few small tornadoes also possible. Wind gusts of this strength can cause some structural damage, including trees and power lines, and may make driving hazardous.
For information on preparing for and keeping safe during a storm, see the Civil Defence Get Ready Get Thru website.
Keep up to date here
If dads were to have a superpower, it would be to share invaluable life advice. The type of advice that, while unwelcome at the time, stays with you year after year.
To celebrate Father’s Day, we ask you to share your dad’s unique brand of wisdom with New Zealand. Friend, joker, bee sting … View moreIf dads were to have a superpower, it would be to share invaluable life advice. The type of advice that, while unwelcome at the time, stays with you year after year.
To celebrate Father’s Day, we ask you to share your dad’s unique brand of wisdom with New Zealand. Friend, joker, bee sting remover, hero.
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