Kamo, Whangarei

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1601 days ago

Have you subscribed to our free ezine yet?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Hello gardeners,

In this week’s issue of Get Growing, we discuss the best fruit to grow for preserves and meet the herb expert who’ll help you get a good night’s sleep. Plus harvest cauliflowers; prepare for spring sowing; clear gutters and drains; don’t sacrifice flower buds; and add … View more
Hello gardeners,

In this week’s issue of Get Growing, we discuss the best fruit to grow for preserves and meet the herb expert who’ll help you get a good night’s sleep. Plus harvest cauliflowers; prepare for spring sowing; clear gutters and drains; don’t sacrifice flower buds; and add crunch to salads and snacks.
Follow our guide to plants to sow and grow this month and nominate a Houseplant Hero. Go in the draw for Calathea rufibarba plants and garden gloves from Palmers and be in to win a room makeover from NZ House & Garden and Resene.

Delivered every Friday to your email inbox, Get Growing digital magazine offers seasonal gardening advice from the NZ Gardener magazine's team of experts. Each week we answer all your burning questions on raising fruit and veges and tell you the top tasks to do in your backyard this weekend. Subscribe here:

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1601 days ago

A DIY project using kitchen utensils?!

The Team from Resene ColorShop Whangarei

Take retro inspiration from old kitchen utensils that you can no longer use and turn them into cute and quirky artworks!

Make the most of this weekend with this easy project idea from Resene. Find out how to create this quick and easy project yourself

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1601 days ago

Check out some of the benefits of retrofit double glazing

RetroFit Double Glazing - Northland

There are so many benefits to retrofit double glaze your home. We've put together an informative summary of the many benefits from replacing your single glazed windows to double glazing here. Have a read and if you are interested get your no obligation free measure and quote here or call us … View moreThere are so many benefits to retrofit double glaze your home. We've put together an informative summary of the many benefits from replacing your single glazed windows to double glazing here. Have a read and if you are interested get your no obligation free measure and quote here or call us on 0800 658 658.

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1601 days ago

Garage Sale - Whangarei

Jenny from Kamo

Sat 11th July starting at 8:00am at 17 Kirikiri Road (off Fourth Ave).
Vinyl LPs, kitchenware, picture frames, furniture (bookcase, oak "bureau" desk, small dressing table, fridge freezer), small tools & nuts & bolts, paperback books, gardening books, sports books, nic-nacs, all … View more
Sat 11th July starting at 8:00am at 17 Kirikiri Road (off Fourth Ave).
Vinyl LPs, kitchenware, picture frames, furniture (bookcase, oak "bureau" desk, small dressing table, fridge freezer), small tools & nuts & bolts, paperback books, gardening books, sports books, nic-nacs, all sorts!.

Negotiable

1601 days ago

Shop For Lease - Tikipunga

Kristi Neighbourly Lead from Tikipunga

There is a shop to lease at Tikipunga Shops at Round About.

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1603 days ago

Generation Pandemic: How has Covid-19 affected your children?

Kelly Dennett Reporter from Sunday Star Times

This week we're looking at how the pandemic will affect our children and their resilience. The Sunday Star-Times wants to hear from children about how they've been impacted by Covid-19 and lockdown. Perhaps they've learned more about hand washing and germs, or maybe they want to talk… View moreThis week we're looking at how the pandemic will affect our children and their resilience. The Sunday Star-Times wants to hear from children about how they've been impacted by Covid-19 and lockdown. Perhaps they've learned more about hand washing and germs, or maybe they want to talk about having mum or dad home more often, or learning from home. Kids can write a sentence or two to be included in print by emailing kelly.dennett@stuff.co.nz, by Friday, July 10, at 5pm. Their first names and ages may be used in print. Parents, if you're happy for your children to be photographed please let us know.

1603 days ago

Ask an expert: get answers to your DIY questions

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

Hey neighbours, have you had a DIY disaster you need to fix or are you keen to tackle some home improvements but don't know where to start? Well, help is at hand.

Send us your questions about your DIY or decorating dilemmas, including photos if you can, and we'll ask an expert for their… View more
Hey neighbours, have you had a DIY disaster you need to fix or are you keen to tackle some home improvements but don't know where to start? Well, help is at hand.

Send us your questions about your DIY or decorating dilemmas, including photos if you can, and we'll ask an expert for their advice on where to start with your project, any tips and tricks they can share to help you get a great finish - or how you can fix things up if they've already gone wrong! Click here to submit your questions, or email us at homed@stuff.co.nz.

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1612 days ago

Whangārei's water restrictions have been lifted

Denise Piper Reporter from Whangārei Leader

Heavy rain has meant an end to Whangārei's water restrictions, but water users are still urge to be conservative, with predictions for another drought just around the corner.

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1603 days ago

Holiday in NZ

EECA

Need a break? Live more with less energy. Explore our NZ paradise, and enjoy a low-carbon holiday. Find out more

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1603 days ago

Filipino takeaways in Whangarei

Roxanne Manlangit from Nora's Lutong Bahay

If you're after something different, tasty and affordable meals...visit Nora's Lutong Bahay at 475B Kamo Road (2 shops away from Domino's Kamo).

You'll be pleasantly suprised and spoilt with food choices.

Shop hours
Monday - Tuesday 7am - 3pm
Wednesday - Friday 7am - 6pm
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If you're after something different, tasty and affordable meals...visit Nora's Lutong Bahay at 475B Kamo Road (2 shops away from Domino's Kamo).

You'll be pleasantly suprised and spoilt with food choices.

Shop hours
Monday - Tuesday 7am - 3pm
Wednesday - Friday 7am - 6pm
Saturday - Sunday 9am - 5pm

1610 days ago

Do you think moving Ports of Auckland north will be practical?

Denise Piper Reporter from Whangārei Leader

A report by the National Road Carriers Association has found moving Ports of Auckland north to Northport would be impractical, prohibitively expensive and increase truck trips between Northland and Auckland. But MP Shane Jones says this is just "snobbery" by Aucklanders against Northland,… View moreA report by the National Road Carriers Association has found moving Ports of Auckland north to Northport would be impractical, prohibitively expensive and increase truck trips between Northland and Auckland. But MP Shane Jones says this is just "snobbery" by Aucklanders against Northland, and most of the transportation will be done by rail. What do you think?

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1604 days ago

How eco-friendly is your grocery shopping?

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

Most of us like to think we're doing what we can to lessen our impact on the environment, but how green is your weekly shop?

Beyond the eco-swaps you’ve probably already made, here are some of … View more
Most of us like to think we're doing what we can to lessen our impact on the environment, but how green is your weekly shop?

Beyond the eco-swaps you’ve probably already made, here are some of the least eco-friendly grocery store items to steer clear of next time you're loading up your trolley, with minimal disruption to your routine.

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1604 days ago

Want to help New Zealand recover?

Student Job Search

Keen to support your community and whānau?

Enjoy diverse and challenging work?

Are you a recent graduate or about to graduate?

It’s a time of unprecedented change with Covid-19 so we are looking for graduates from all degree backgrounds who truly want to make a difference to New … View more
Keen to support your community and whānau?

Enjoy diverse and challenging work?

Are you a recent graduate or about to graduate?

It’s a time of unprecedented change with Covid-19 so we are looking for graduates from all degree backgrounds who truly want to make a difference to New Zealand and New Zealanders.

The GovTechTalent graduate programme in Wellington gives you the opportunity to change things for the better, while also shaping your own career path so don’t get left behind - apply for GovTechTalent today!
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1605 days ago

Money Mates

Nikki Smith from Anglican Care Centre

Are you ready for small change? We invite you to be part of our Money Mates group. Sharing practical helpful ideas to make our dollar stretch. Ph 4376397 to register. Tuesday 21st July - Tues 18th August 2020 10-11.30am.

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1609 days ago

Todays inbox scam

Glen from Central Whangarei

Another scam please do not fall for it this from spark but not really spark.
How many will panic because they think they owe so much just delete it quickly.

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