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648 days ago

The Big Cleanup has begun

The Team from Whangarei District Council

There are still thousands of people in a tough situation, so most of our resources are directed to helping those parts of our District. But for those who are able to go about things as normal, we're starting to plan the next phase.

The Big Clean Up

Some quick info:
📢 Please … View more
There are still thousands of people in a tough situation, so most of our resources are directed to helping those parts of our District. But for those who are able to go about things as normal, we're starting to plan the next phase.

The Big Clean Up

Some quick info:
📢 Please continue to report issues to us on 09 430 4200, and report non-urgent issues online.
🌳 Please hold on to your green waste and secure it properly until we provide further information.
♻ Put your rubbish and recycling out on your normal collection weekday.

The link above includes information about insurance, Government support, and personal safety. It will be kept up to date as things change.

Photo: A large ash tree, fallen in Mander Park. Fallen or damaged trees can be dangerous - please take caution around them.

The Civil Defence priority in our Region is to restore power, water and roadways. There might be a delay before we can get on to cleaning up the mess in parks and on road-edges.

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642 days ago

Stop paying too much!

The team at NZ Compare

The affordability of everyday items just keeps increasing!

If it’s not the petrol prices, it’s the cost of food, insurance or rates and let’s not get started on mortgage interest costs!

Home loan interest rates don't stay the same for long these days and it’s causing many … View more
The affordability of everyday items just keeps increasing!

If it’s not the petrol prices, it’s the cost of food, insurance or rates and let’s not get started on mortgage interest costs!

Home loan interest rates don't stay the same for long these days and it’s causing many households to feel stressed out. Could you be saving thousands of dollars a year? If you don't check, you don't know.

Get a FREE mortgage health check through Money Compare and find out. If you could save money, why wouldn’t you right?!
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643 days ago

Optimist

Kerry from Maunu

Optimist sailing yacht, ready for racing, comes with the Ali trailer

Price: $800

652 days ago

Wheelchair accessible seesaw

Glen from Central Whangarei

Seems like a good day to stay home maybe give some kids something to look forward to next summer maybe a wheelchair accessible seesaw. to make it happen we need donations to our give a little page here givealittle.co.nz...

643 days ago

Have you got the shed of your dreams?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours,

Last year, Jane Horne and partner Simon Bartholomew's Mondrian-inspired cube took the title of Resene Shed of the Year. Now, we're on the hunt for this years winner! Send us photos and the stories behind your man caves, she sheds, clever storage spaces, cute chicken … View more
Dear neighbours,

Last year, Jane Horne and partner Simon Bartholomew's Mondrian-inspired cube took the title of Resene Shed of the Year. Now, we're on the hunt for this years winner! Send us photos and the stories behind your man caves, she sheds, clever storage spaces, cute chicken coops and potty potting sheds to win amazing prizes worth more than $2000. The Resene Shed of the Year 2023 winners will be announced in the April issue of NZ Gardener.

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646 days ago

FROZEN MEALS

Kristi Neighbourly Lead from Tikipunga

FROZEN MEALS - FORGET ME NOTS
Boundary Road Tikipunga Whangarei
Pick Up Mon-Fri – 8.30am- 4pm or Delivered
adultdaycentre.co.nz...

At Forget Me Not we have identified a need for supply of meals that are easily heated at home.

These delicious meals are not restricted to clients only, but… View more
FROZEN MEALS - FORGET ME NOTS
Boundary Road Tikipunga Whangarei
Pick Up Mon-Fri – 8.30am- 4pm or Delivered
adultdaycentre.co.nz...

At Forget Me Not we have identified a need for supply of meals that are easily heated at home.

These delicious meals are not restricted to clients only, but are available for any of the elderly and disabled people in
our local community who can no longer cook roast meals themselves at home.

The meals are cooked in our WDC A certified kitchen by our chefs and are freshly frozen. Moulied meals are available if needed on request.
Meals can be collected from the Centre Mon-Fri – 8.30am- 4pm or we will deliver if we can for someone who isimmobile etc. Please just phone us on 09 4371144 to order meals or you can visit us to see what meals we have available between the hours of 8.30am- 3.30pm weekdays. Donations can be cash or internet banking.

Our bank details for direct deposits:
ASB : 12 3101 0074475 00

Northland Disabled Charitable Trust t/a Forget Me Not Adult Day Centre
The Menu does vary but includes a broad range as below:

1. Beef Casserole, mashed potato & vegetables
2. Butter Chicken with rice
3. Corned Beef, with mustard sauce, mashed potatoes and vegetables
4. Cottage Pie
5. Chicken Casserole with mashed potato and vegetables
6. Devilled Sausages with mashed potato and vegetables
7. Fish ( Hoki) in white sauce, with mashed potato and vegetables
8. Lambs Fry and Bacon, mashed potato and vegetables
9. Lasagne
10. Macaroni Cheese with Bacon and vegetables
11. Mongolian Beef with noodles and vegetables
12. Roast Beef with Roast vegetables
13. Roast Chicken with Roast vegetables
14. Roast Pork with Roast vegetables
15. Roast Lamb with Roast vegetables and mint sauce
16. Steak and Kidney stew with mashed potato and vegetables
17. Sweet and Sour Meatballs with rice and vegetables
18. Sweet and Sour Chicken with rice and vegetables
19. Smoked Fish Pie with mashed potato and vegetables
20. Spagetti Bolognaise
VEGETARIAN MEALS
21. Vegetarian Lasagne
22. Tofu and Cashew Stir Fry with Egg Noodles
23. Vegetarian Nut Loaf with Peanut Sauce and Vegetables
24. Vegetarian Macaroni Cheese with Vegetarian Sausages and Vegetables
25. Vegetarian Chick Pea Sweet and Sour with Vegetables
(A donation for Delivery is always appreciated)
GF = Gluten Free

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645 days ago

Flexible drainage pipe

Brian from Central Whangarei

Length of 100mmx 4.7m slotted/sleeved drainage pipe to sell.

Negotiable

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645 days ago

Can you help support Cyclone Gabrielle affected communities?

Stuff

Cyclone Gabrielle has had a devastating impact on hundreds of thousands of Kiwis. As the long clean up begins and support becomes more and more needed, Stuff is calling for readers to support the Red Cross and Mayoral Relief Funds in areas where a local state of emergency has been declared. … View moreCyclone Gabrielle has had a devastating impact on hundreds of thousands of Kiwis. As the long clean up begins and support becomes more and more needed, Stuff is calling for readers to support the Red Cross and Mayoral Relief Funds in areas where a local state of emergency has been declared. We'd love your support. You can donate here. Donate now

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646 days ago

Northland Pasifika Fusion Festival 2023 - Saturday 4th March 2023

Kristi Neighbourly Lead from Tikipunga

Mauri, Talofa, Kia Orana, Malo Ni, Bula Vinaka, Fakalofa Lahi Atu, Malo E Lelei, Halo Olketa, Talofa Lava, Ia Ora Na, Kia Ora and Warm Pasifika Greetings to all. After a long pause due to covid-19, they are proud to announce that Pasifika Fusion 2023 is finally here!!!

They are super excited to… View more
Mauri, Talofa, Kia Orana, Malo Ni, Bula Vinaka, Fakalofa Lahi Atu, Malo E Lelei, Halo Olketa, Talofa Lava, Ia Ora Na, Kia Ora and Warm Pasifika Greetings to all. After a long pause due to covid-19, they are proud to announce that Pasifika Fusion 2023 is finally here!!!

They are super excited to share and celebrate our beautiful culture with you all. This year's theme is " Sustainability, Climate Change, Resilience & Zero Waste ". Our beautiful "Kiribati Community" who are strong advocates of the theme for this year, will be hosting us with a display of their customs and culture.

So, we welcome you all to come along and take part in our festive celebration!


Posted by Fale Pasifika Te Taitokerau
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646 days ago

Whangarei Philatelic Society

Elizabeth from Tikipunga

8th March 2023 meeting will take place at the Riverside Centre, on Reyburn House Lane, Town Basin. Meeting starts at 1.30 pm, doors open 1pm. Depending on the travel conditions we are hoping to have a guest speaker. Club displays on either (or both) letter O or Fish. Entry fee $2

646 days ago

Have you got a great recipe for taro?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours,

Every month, NZ Gardener runs a series of tested reader recipes using a seasonal crop. We are still on the hunt for amazing and inventive taro recipes! Send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz by Feb 26, 2023. Every published recipe wins a copy of the April issue of NZ … View more
Dear neighbours,

Every month, NZ Gardener runs a series of tested reader recipes using a seasonal crop. We are still on the hunt for amazing and inventive taro recipes! Send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz by Feb 26, 2023. Every published recipe wins a copy of the April issue of NZ Gardener.

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672 days ago

Whangarei Philatelic Society

Elizabeth from Tikipunga

February 8th 2023
Meeting starts at 1.30 pm. Doors open at 1.15pm
Guest speaker, Michael Hill on the subject of NZ Government Life stamps.
Member displays on the subject of Birds or a subject beginning with N.

646 days ago

Stained chair

The Team from Resene ColorShop Whangarei

It’s easy to transform a plain wicker chair into something special with Resene Colorwood natural wood stain.

Find out how to transform your furniture with our easy advice.

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647 days ago

Sash window repairer

Christopher from Kensington

Hi there,

I am looking for someone with experience in fixing sash windows in an old villa. My property has 7x sash windows which are jammed shut and needing repair. If this is something that you are able to assist with then I would like to get in touch.

Thanks,
Chris

647 days ago

Your home, your safe haven

Jane Mander Retirement Village

Your home is your sanctuary where you can relax, rejuvenate, and entertain family and friends.
That’s why Ryman villages are designed to be safe havens. We’ve prepared for adverse events, so you don’t have to.

Your safety and your family’s peace of mind are our top priority, no … View more
Your home is your sanctuary where you can relax, rejuvenate, and entertain family and friends.
That’s why Ryman villages are designed to be safe havens. We’ve prepared for adverse events, so you don’t have to.

Your safety and your family’s peace of mind are our top priority, no matter what the weather. Every Ryman village has staff available 24/7 and backup generators for emergencies.

We all hope we never have to experience a natural disaster or other emergency. But if it happens, we’ll take care of everything and make sure that you have what you need.

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