Kensington, Whangarei

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757 days ago

Painted fence

The Team from Resene ColorShop Whangarei

It’s easy to transform a tired timber fence into a stylish feature with Resene Lumbersider. Find out how to create your own.

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758 days ago

Have you got a great recipe for nasturtium?

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 now on the hunt for nasturtium recipes! Send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz by Oct 16, 2022. Every published recipe wins a copy of our special edition Vegetable Growing Made… View more
Dear neighbours,

Every month, NZ Gardener runs a series of tested reader recipes using a seasonal crop. We are now on the hunt for nasturtium recipes! Send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz by Oct 16, 2022. Every published recipe wins a copy of our special edition Vegetable Growing Made Easy.

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759 days ago

Filling up at Z Porowini?

Jane from Maunu

Hope you may consider voting for Hato Hone St John to help support our health shuttle service across Northland :)

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759 days ago

Ryman residents aren’t defined by dementia

Ryman Healthcare

Through Ryman’s bespoke model of dementia care, myRyman Life, our villages aim to challenge perspectives on dementia and to create inclusive communities where staff receive cutting-edge training, families can feel reassured, and residents can thrive.

At Ryman villages our focus is on … View more
Through Ryman’s bespoke model of dementia care, myRyman Life, our villages aim to challenge perspectives on dementia and to create inclusive communities where staff receive cutting-edge training, families can feel reassured, and residents can thrive.

At Ryman villages our focus is on experience-based care rather than processes, enabling residents to live in the moment and to feel kindness, love and security.

Most of all, Ryman residents living with dementia are supported to continue doing the things that bring them joy so they can live fulfilled lives.
Learn more

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760 days ago

Community Facilities Fund closing soon

The Team from Whangarei District Council

Check out the new roof at Whatiriti Community Hall! A great outcome with support from our Community Facilities Fund.

If your local community facility needs some love, we may be able to help. But applications are closing soon, so contact our community grants coordinator to find out if you are … View more
Check out the new roof at Whatiriti Community Hall! A great outcome with support from our Community Facilities Fund.

If your local community facility needs some love, we may be able to help. But applications are closing soon, so contact our community grants coordinator to find out if you are eligible and how to apply.
www.wdc.govt.nz...

Our district has 36 dedicated community halls as well as many marae, offering low-cost venues for community use. Let's take good care of them.

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761 days ago

2022 Local Body election results

The Team from Whangarei District Council

The preliminary results from the 2022 Local Body elections are now available on our website. These are expected to be finalised in the next few days once all special votes have been counted.

✅Mayor
Vincent Cocurullo is in a comfortable lead in the race for the Mayoralty, followed by Mike Budd… View more
The preliminary results from the 2022 Local Body elections are now available on our website. These are expected to be finalised in the next few days once all special votes have been counted.

✅Mayor
Vincent Cocurullo is in a comfortable lead in the race for the Mayoralty, followed by Mike Budd and Ken Couper coming in third.

The successful ward councillor candidates are:

✅Bream Bay General Ward
Ken Couper
Phil Halse

✅Hikurangi-Coastal General Ward
Gavin Benney
Scott McKenzi

✅Mangakahia-Maungatapere General Ward
Simon Reid

✅Whangārei District Māori Ward
Deb Harding
Phoenix Ruka

✅Whangārei Heads General Ward
Patrick Holmes

✅Whangārei Urban General Ward
Nicholas Connop
Jayne Golightly
Carol Peters
Marie Olsen
Paul Yovich
*Vince Cocurullo ran successfully in Whangārei Urban General Ward but has also been elected mayor. In this case, the next-placed candidate in the Ward takes a seat on Council.

Full preliminary results are available at www.wdc.govt.nz... and final results will be available at the same link, after being declared by public notice between Thursday 13 October and Wednesday 19 October 2022.

761 days ago

World Mental Health Day

NumberWorks'nWords Whangarei

Every year, World Mental Health Day is held on 10th October. The theme for World Mental Health Day 2022 is "Mental Health in an Unequal World".

World Mental Health Day is dedicated to promoting the understanding of mental health education, awareness, and advocacy. It's important … View more
Every year, World Mental Health Day is held on 10th October. The theme for World Mental Health Day 2022 is "Mental Health in an Unequal World".

World Mental Health Day is dedicated to promoting the understanding of mental health education, awareness, and advocacy. It's important to raise awareness of mental health conditions and ensure that communities recognise the part each person has to play in creating a mentally healthy society. World Mental Health Day is a great opportunity to do this.

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761 days ago

Empty Clinique, Neutrogena and DrLEWINN'S containers

Cornelia from Onerahi

Ideal as travel containers or for DIY homemade products.

Pick-up from Onerahi. Please contact Conny on 09 9717335 or 022 3713522 if interested.
Many thanks, Conny

Free

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761 days ago

Nymet Open Garden Weekend 15th & 16th October

Sue McDonald from SPCA Whangarei - Centre & Op Shops

Open Garden Weekend 15th & 16th October - Nymet and Tui Grove gardens, 280 Cemetary Road, Maunu. Open from 9am - 4pm both days. $10 entry fee for both gardens fundraising for SPCA. There are refreshments available, plants for sale, plenty of off road parking and the gardens are wheelchair … View moreOpen Garden Weekend 15th & 16th October - Nymet and Tui Grove gardens, 280 Cemetary Road, Maunu. Open from 9am - 4pm both days. $10 entry fee for both gardens fundraising for SPCA. There are refreshments available, plants for sale, plenty of off road parking and the gardens are wheelchair accessible. I was up there this morning and the gardens are looking so lovely. A huge thank you to the Sanders and Gavin families for their kindness and support. Any enquiries please give us a call at SPCA 094389161 ext 5

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762 days ago

Get decorating and $ave with Resene.

Resene

Now’s a great time to get your painting, staining and wallpapering jobs underway.

Get 25% off Resene premium paints, wood stains, primers and sealers, wallpaper, decorating accessories and cleaning products!

Discounts off the normal retail price at your local Resene owned ColorShop and … View more
Now’s a great time to get your painting, staining and wallpapering jobs underway.

Get 25% off Resene premium paints, wood stains, primers and sealers, wallpaper, decorating accessories and cleaning products!

Discounts off the normal retail price at your local Resene owned ColorShop and participating reseller until 31 October 2022. Paint offers are also available at Mitre 10 MEGA and selected Mitre 10 stores. Excludes WallPrint, decals, Crown, trade and industrial products, PaintWise levy and account sales.

Visit your local Resene ColorShop or reseller and enjoy these great savings.
Find out more

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762 days ago

The Laneway Lament

Oliver Neighbourly Lead from One Tree Point

Here I am, back in town
After eight months of absence
Some things have visibly changed
Most other things have really not
I'm on Quality Street at Bocky Boo's
Trying to enjoy an ice cream and coffee
While I'm counting 56 cars in 15 minutes
Crawling through the Laneway
Looking … View more
Here I am, back in town
After eight months of absence
Some things have visibly changed
Most other things have really not
I'm on Quality Street at Bocky Boo's
Trying to enjoy an ice cream and coffee
While I'm counting 56 cars in 15 minutes
Crawling through the Laneway
Looking for that one elusive free car park
That is in front of everything
But none of them are actually stopping
They all come out the other end
Just driving through because they can
My ice cream tastes like diesel
And my ears are ringing from
All the rumbling engines and blaring rap
The next batch of City Elders
Is getting ready to take over
More of the same that hasn't been working
Maybe I'll come back in five or ten years
Once insanity is gone
And enlightenment has taken its place…

764 days ago

Garden trellis

The Team from Resene ColorShop Whangarei

Mark the entrance to your special spot in the garden with Resene Lumbersider. Find out how to create your own.

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764 days ago

Whangarei Film Society - Short Film Festival

Geoff from Central Whangarei

Good People

For Thursday, the 13th October at 6pm, WFS will be partnering with the Show Me Shorts Film Festival to screen some of the best short films from around the world.

Re COVID-19: While the government has eased restrictions, mask wearing and observing social distancing is still welcome… View more
Good People

For Thursday, the 13th October at 6pm, WFS will be partnering with the Show Me Shorts Film Festival to screen some of the best short films from around the world.

Re COVID-19: While the government has eased restrictions, mask wearing and observing social distancing is still welcome while attending our film nights. Please show courtesy to others and their health needs, particularly around the bar and food areas on the mezzanine floor.

SHOW ME SHORTS - THE SAMPLER
Screenings at 6pm and 8:15pm
All tickets, $10 at the door.
NZ and International short films
Run time: 112 mins
Rated M (Drug use, strong language and content that may offend.)

Enjoy a variety of highlights from this year’s Show Me Shorts (SMS) Film Festival with the Sampler Program.

This a selection of vibrant, fun and heart-warming short films from New Zealand and around the world.

SMS is all about the connections between us. Sometimes things go haywire, while at other times, everything is in sync! Sit back and enjoy the ride with fast cars, whimsical romance, family misunderstandings and competitive dads!

ONE NIGHT ONLY! - DON’T MISS IT.
WFS is proud to be part of the Whangarei Fringe Festival.

Showing at Forum North, 7 Rust Ave, Whangarei
on Thursday 13th October.
Screenings at 6pm and 8:15pm
All tickets, $10 at the door.

Cash only please - no Eftpos/credit card services available.

Visit whangareifilmsociety.org and sign up for our free weekly email for information on our films and screening dates for 2022.

765 days ago

Do you have great recipes for basil and nasturtium?

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 now on the hunt for nasturtium recipes and also basil recipes! Send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz by Oct 16, 2022. Every published recipe wins a copy of our special edition… View more
Dear neighbours,

Every month, NZ Gardener runs a series of tested reader recipes using a seasonal crop. We are now on the hunt for nasturtium recipes and also basil recipes! Send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz by Oct 16, 2022. Every published recipe wins a copy of our special edition Vegetable Growing Made Easy.

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765 days ago

If you enjoy crime novels

Sherryl from Kamo

Hi, My new crime novel will be launched at the Whangarei library next Thursday 13th October at 6.30pm. Thought I would post in case there are interested readers!
www.wdc.govt.nz...

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