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1792 days ago

The first Readers Tour in 2020 is...

The Team from Readers Tours

The North Island Journey
Wednesday 25 March - Tuesday 7 April

Experience the North Island like you never have before on this 14-day Journey. Explore the North Island by train and coach, enjoying a magnificent combination of sights and experiences.

Bookings are limited. Visit … View more
The North Island Journey
Wednesday 25 March - Tuesday 7 April

Experience the North Island like you never have before on this 14-day Journey. Explore the North Island by train and coach, enjoying a magnificent combination of sights and experiences.

Bookings are limited. Visit www.readerstours.co.nz... to find out more or call us on 0800 080 099.

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1773 days ago

Help us be there.

NZ Red Cross

Always wanted to help New Zealand Red Cross?... now you can!

Our Red Cross Appeal is coming up and we would love your help. Can you spare an hour or two of your time to help vulnerable people in your community and overseas?

During 16-22 March 2020, we will have street collections around the… View more
Always wanted to help New Zealand Red Cross?... now you can!

Our Red Cross Appeal is coming up and we would love your help. Can you spare an hour or two of your time to help vulnerable people in your community and overseas?

During 16-22 March 2020, we will have street collections around the country. We would love to have you on our team.
Sign up today

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1775 days ago

Pioneering retirement for a trailblazing generation

Our residents are not shy or retiring. They live their lives with passion and purpose. They strive to push further, create better, and go beyond the ordinary. We are pioneering a new way to live in retirement. One with flexibility, certainty, and the ability to dial care up and down as you need it.… View moreOur residents are not shy or retiring. They live their lives with passion and purpose. They strive to push further, create better, and go beyond the ordinary. We are pioneering a new way to live in retirement. One with flexibility, certainty, and the ability to dial care up and down as you need it.

Ryman has been pioneering retirement living for 35 years. Our New Zealand and Australian villages are named after trailblazers: Sir Edmund Hilary, Weary Dunlop, Rita Angus, Nellie Melba. We always have, and always will, challenge the status quo and adapt to better serve our residents.
Find out more

1777 days ago

Council Parks cease watering as Water Restrictions loom

Online Content Publisher from Whangarei District Council

Council’s parks and recreation team and contractors are ramping up their water savings with the dry weather starting to bite.

Water levels are falling so low in several parts of the Far North and Kaipara Districts, Whangarei District Council is preparing for the possibility that it may have to … View more
Council’s parks and recreation team and contractors are ramping up their water savings with the dry weather starting to bite.

Water levels are falling so low in several parts of the Far North and Kaipara Districts, Whangarei District Council is preparing for the possibility that it may have to supply some water to other districts.

You might see signs out in parks showing that watering has stopped. We urge everyone to save water where they can in their homes.

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1777 days ago

Race with all the family!

Resene

XRACE is a mystery adventure race where parent and child aged 6-14 race together, locate and complete 10 mystery challenges; racing the clock and all the other family teams. A team is made up of two people - an adult; dad or mum or a trusted relative or family friend and a child aged between 6 and … View moreXRACE is a mystery adventure race where parent and child aged 6-14 race together, locate and complete 10 mystery challenges; racing the clock and all the other family teams. A team is made up of two people - an adult; dad or mum or a trusted relative or family friend and a child aged between 6 and 14 years of age.

The challenges range from physical (like tug-of-war) to mental (like the memory challenge) to knowledge-based (like the music challenge) to fun (like painting with Resene colours).
Learn more

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1781 days ago

Boxing bag

Colleen from Ruakaka

Hi, has anyone got a cheap boxing bag for an 11 year old that we can hang from a beam? I did buy im a light one when he was younger, but it is falling apart now. Nearer Ruakaka would be best but if not, I will come fetch it if you are not to far away. Thanks. Colleen Baird

1778 days ago

Did you see the fire at Marsden Point?

Denise Piper Reporter from Whangārei Leader

Thursday's fire on Port Marsden Highway ended with a firefighter being hospitalised for heat exhaustion. Did you see the fire? What was it like? Share your thoughts here or send photos to denise.piper@stuff.co.nz

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1789 days ago

What do you think of Northland's infrastructure funding?

Denise Piper Reporter from Whangārei Leader

Northland is getting nearly $110m spent on its rail line plus $692m investment to four-lane State Highway 1 between Whangārei and Marsden Point. But the funding stops short of putting in a rail spur to Marsden Point and four-laning to Auckland. What do you think? Is the funding enough for … View moreNorthland is getting nearly $110m spent on its rail line plus $692m investment to four-lane State Highway 1 between Whangārei and Marsden Point. But the funding stops short of putting in a rail spur to Marsden Point and four-laning to Auckland. What do you think? Is the funding enough for Northland?

1779 days ago

Fire season restrictions across most of New Zealand

The Team Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

The nationwide fire risk has skyrocketed after a long dry spell, even in parts of the country not used to extreme fire danger.

To read more, click here.

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1788 days ago

Poll: What will combat obesity in Northland?

Denise Piper Reporter from Whangārei Leader

Nearly three-quarters of Northland adults are either overweight or obese and Northland District Health Board wants to change this. Its Healthy Food Environments policy includes advocating for www.stuff.co.nz... |plain packaging on chips and snacks and other measures. What do you think will work?

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What will combat obesity in Northland?
  • 1% Plain packaging on chips, lollies and snacks
    1% Complete
  • 13.4% A levy on sugary drinks
    13.4% Complete
  • 3.1% Banning unhealthy food advertising to children
    3.1% Complete
  • 47.4% Cheaper fruit and veges
    47.4% Complete
  • 27.8% Free exercise and training programmes
    27.8% Complete
  • 7.2% Other (please explain in comments below)
    7.2% Complete
97 votes
1785 days ago

AA Badge

Chris and Ellen from Rural West Whangarei

Hi,
Does any one have an old motoring AA badge for the front of the car. I am looking for the round one with yellow back ground.
My email chrisdrenon@gmail.com
Thanks.

1780 days ago

SuperSeniors Newsletter February 2020

Office for Seniors

Hi Neighbours!

The first edition of the SuperSeniors newsletter for the year is out now and it is packed full of useful information!

In this issue we share a bit more about us, the Office for Seniors, what we do and how we help older people across New Zealand.

There is a story on money … View more
Hi Neighbours!

The first edition of the SuperSeniors newsletter for the year is out now and it is packed full of useful information!

In this issue we share a bit more about us, the Office for Seniors, what we do and how we help older people across New Zealand.

There is a story on money mules, what they are and what to do if you unintentionally become one.

We also have handy tips on staying fit and healthy with stories on Senior Chef cooking classes and chair yoga.

Make sure to read and share it!

To subscribe, to the newsletter follow this link: bit.ly...
To view the current edition go to: bit.ly...

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1780 days ago

Who are the business heroes 
in your neighbourhood?

Prospa

Small businesses are the 'glue' in our communities – they keep us all together. When they thrive we all thrive.

Do you know a local business that needs recognition? Nominate them for Prospa Local Business Hero – and you could both win some great prizes.

Every nomination … View more
Small businesses are the 'glue' in our communities – they keep us all together. When they thrive we all thrive.

Do you know a local business that needs recognition? Nominate them for Prospa Local Business Hero – and you could both win some great prizes.

Every nomination receives a free 3-month premium listing on Neighbourly. The 11 Regional finalists get a $100 Prezzy® card for the business (and one for the nominator too). The National winner receives $2,500 Prezzy® card from Prospa, a $5,000 Stuff advertising package and a $2,500 Neighbourly package.

Nominate a business today and spread the word about your Prospa Local Business Hero.
Nominate now

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1787 days ago

Parking Simplified in the CBD

Online Content Publisher from Whangarei District Council

Changes are coming for inner city parking at the end of this month.

More than 15 Parking Zones will be simplified down to just 3, and new mPark signs will be installed to make it easier to tell what Zone you are in.

The new Zones:

▷ Zone One: $2 an hour, P180 restriction.
Currently the central… View more
Changes are coming for inner city parking at the end of this month.

More than 15 Parking Zones will be simplified down to just 3, and new mPark signs will be installed to make it easier to tell what Zone you are in.

The new Zones:

▷ Zone One: $2 an hour, P180 restriction.
Currently the central inner city is a mix of $2.50, $2 and $1 an hour with a P180 restriction.

▷ Zone Two: $1 per hour, P180 restriction.
This area is currently a mix of $1, 60c, 50c, 40c and time restricted only

▷ Zone Three – $2 per day, all-day commuter carparks.
Water Street and Vinery Lane Car Park charges will drop to $2 per day, the same price as the Hatea Drive commuter car park.

There will be no changes to Town Basin parking, mobility parking, motorcycle parking, clearways and loading zones will remain unchanged.

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1781 days ago

Thinking of living in a retirement village?

The Team from

The Commission for Financial Capability (CFFC) is running a free seminar in Whangarei on Wednesday, March 4, about the financial implications of moving into a retirement village, with support from the Retirement Villages Association and experienced legal practitioners.

Speakers from the CFFC, … View more
The Commission for Financial Capability (CFFC) is running a free seminar in Whangarei on Wednesday, March 4, about the financial implications of moving into a retirement village, with support from the Retirement Villages Association and experienced legal practitioners.

Speakers from the CFFC, Retirement Village Association and the legal profession (if available), will discuss types of retirement villages, the costs of moving into and living in them, and how they operate. The seminar will also explain some important residents' rights and where you can find out more information.

The seminar is 90 minutes long and will include question and answer time.

Tea, coffee and light refreshments are provided.

Places are limited and while attendance is free, please register to reserve a seat.

Register by clicking the link below:

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