Bay of Islands, Russell

1976 days ago

Surfer who died at Sandy Bay named

Melanie Earley Reporter from Whangārei Leader

Hi neighbours, the surfer who died after a medical event at Sandy Bay last Friday has been named as Peter James Christie, 58, from Ruakaka. Thoughts are with all who knew him.

(Please put NFP in your comments if they are not for publication)

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1976 days ago

Ways to celebrate National Volunteer Week 2019!

Sarah Macdonald from Volunteering New Zealand

It's National Volunteer Week! This year’s theme is “Whiria te tangata – weaving the people together”. Volunteering, Mahi Aroha and social action weave people and communities together.

Interested in volunteering in your community? Contacting your local Volunteer Centre is a great … View more
It's National Volunteer Week! This year’s theme is “Whiria te tangata – weaving the people together”. Volunteering, Mahi Aroha and social action weave people and communities together.

Interested in volunteering in your community? Contacting your local Volunteer Centre is a great place to start! Find more information here: www.volunteeringnz.org.nz....

Join us this National Volunteer Week to stand together in our differences and choose to connect! Take part in NVW by downloading NVW resources here: nationalvolunteerweek.nz....

National Volunteer Week 2019 runs from June 16-22.

#NVW2019 #WHIRIATETANGATA

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1976 days ago

Happy National Volunteer Week 2019! 💛🐝🌻🎉

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

We wanted to say a big THANK YOU to the 18,000+ 'busy bees' (volunteers) who help run Neighbourhood Support in our communities across the country. We wouldn't be able to do what we do without your generous support.

#NSNZgetinvolved

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1981 days ago

Child hit and killed by truck in Kensington

Caroline Williams Reporter from Whangārei Leader

Hi neighbours, a sad morning for those in Kensington. A child has died after being hit with a truck on Kamo Rd. Road closures have caused delays in the surrounding areas, including SH1 through Whangārei. A controlled pedestrian crossing is currently being built near the crash site.

1979 days ago

NZTA funding cuts: is Whangārei unfairly targeted?

Denise Piper Reporter from Whangārei Leader

NZTA priorities mean four Whangārei projects will not go ahead, including two intersection improvements to help access to the under-construction Hundertwasser Art Centre. What do you think? (Please put NFP if your comments are not for publication)

1977 days ago

SUNDAY SKATING

Carl Cooper from Northland Inline Skating Club

Sunday Skating
today!
2pm - 4pm on Sunday during term 2 & 3
$8 including skate hire. Eftpos available.
BaySport Stadium, Harmony Lane, Waipapa

1977 days ago

Gameday food for watching the footy

Mainland Cheese

One of the best things about winter is having mates around to catch up over some hearty snacks and the entertainment of a big game.

Hearty gameday choices include blue cheese dip, fried camembert with paprika and parsley, halloumi chips with dukkah, chicken, spring onion and vintage cheddar … View more
One of the best things about winter is having mates around to catch up over some hearty snacks and the entertainment of a big game.

Hearty gameday choices include blue cheese dip, fried camembert with paprika and parsley, halloumi chips with dukkah, chicken, spring onion and vintage cheddar pizza and impossible to fail Harvati quiche.

So stop off at the chiller section of the supermarket to stock up on quality Mainland cheeses to help craft and create some delicious snacks. Then no matter how your team plays, your friends will go home happy.
Find out more

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1978 days ago

*WIN* a French Country Collections diffuser!

The Team Reporter from Stuff

Cosy up this winter and subscribe to your favourite magazine on Mags4Gifts and go in the draw to win one of 12 French Country diffuser! Valued at $59. Subscribe now

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1979 days ago

Graeme Dingle Foundation and New Zealand Rugby empowering our tamariki!

Graeme Dingle Foundation

🏉 As the official charity for New Zealand Rugby, we're proud to partner with our sporting heroes to help provide a better future for our tamariki.

Learn more in the link provided!

#NZR #Rugby #AllBlacks #BlackFerns #GraemeDingleFoundation

www.youtube.com...

1979 days ago

Tomorrow is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day 💜

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Did you know about 1 in 6 of our kaumātua will experience abuse at some point with over 75% of abuses occurring at the hands of family or relatives? Let's put our whānau first and end elder abuse once and for all by looking out for our older generations and challenging ageist attitudes.

If … View more
Did you know about 1 in 6 of our kaumātua will experience abuse at some point with over 75% of abuses occurring at the hands of family or relatives? Let's put our whānau first and end elder abuse once and for all by looking out for our older generations and challenging ageist attitudes.

If you or someone you know is experiencing elder abuse know that it's okay to speak out...

Call 0800 EA NOT OK (08000 32 668 65) for free and confidential help or visit the Age Concern New Zealand website for more advice and resources:

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1979 days ago

Friday Night Skating

Carl Cooper from Northland Inline Skating Club

Beginner Skate/Skate Skills this afternoon 4.30pm - 5.30pm.
$5 including skate hire.
Friday Night Fun Skate tonight 6pm - 8.30pm.
$8 including skate hire. BaySport Stadium, Harmony Lane, Waipapa

1979 days ago
1979 days ago

Autumn art made easy

The Team from Resene ColorShop Kerikeri

With autumn’s falling leaves, now is the perfect time to get creative. Here’s an art print inspired by the season’s magical colours captured with Resene testpots.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene.

Find out how to create this quick and … View more
With autumn’s falling leaves, now is the perfect time to get creative. Here’s an art print inspired by the season’s magical colours captured with Resene testpots.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene.

Find out how to create this quick and easy project yourself

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1980 days ago

Nissan Presage for sale

Dorle from Kerikeri District

The car is in very good condition. Our family got smaller so we don't need a 'people mover' any longer but enjoyed driving that car very much. It's been very pleasant especially for long distance - very relaxing. Automatic, smart key, petrol, 8 seats. Perfect for a family or … View moreThe car is in very good condition. Our family got smaller so we don't need a 'people mover' any longer but enjoyed driving that car very much. It's been very pleasant especially for long distance - very relaxing. Automatic, smart key, petrol, 8 seats. Perfect for a family or holiday makers using it as a little camper.

Price: $4,100

1980 days ago

Poll: Is it time to lower the speed limit on NZ's open roads?

Stacey Reporter from Stuff

Long-term road safety data from NZTA suggests speed limits on almost 90 per cent of the country's roads are too high and should be lowered.

In 2019 so far, 172 people have been killed on New Zealand's roads, six more than at the same time last year.

Ministry of Transport data for 2016, … View more
Long-term road safety data from NZTA suggests speed limits on almost 90 per cent of the country's roads are too high and should be lowered.

In 2019 so far, 172 people have been killed on New Zealand's roads, six more than at the same time last year.

Ministry of Transport data for 2016, the most recent available on its website, makes for sobering reading – 328 deaths from 286 fatal road crashes, or 0.9 deaths for every 10,000 vehicles.

To read more, click here

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Is it time to lower the speed limit on NZ's open roads?
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