Kensington, Whangarei

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925 days ago

Our 2022 Prospa Local Business Hero Winner!

Prospa

Congratulations to Robert Fenwick, owner of Fenwicks Pharmacy in Canterbury, the 2022 Prospa Local Business Hero.

Robert has been recognised for his ongoing service and support for the community through tough times. Fenwicks pharmacy remained open throughout the lockdown with friendly greetings,… View more
Congratulations to Robert Fenwick, owner of Fenwicks Pharmacy in Canterbury, the 2022 Prospa Local Business Hero.

Robert has been recognised for his ongoing service and support for the community through tough times. Fenwicks pharmacy remained open throughout the lockdown with friendly greetings, conversations and smiles!

Congratulations to all the finalists and thank you for nominating your favourite local business. We'd like to acknowledge the official winner of the public voting poll, Josh Coe, owner of Page 42 cafe. Unfortunately, Josh has decided to close his business after 3.5 years and we wish him all the best.

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925 days ago

The Climate Game — Can you reach net zero?

Oliver Neighbourly Lead from One Tree Point

In case we're interested in addressing and dealing with climate breakdown, playing The Climate Game by the Financial Times is a great idea. It's harnessing human competitiveness to explain the major contributors to greenhouse emissions, the actions the world could take to avoid climate … View moreIn case we're interested in addressing and dealing with climate breakdown, playing The Climate Game by the Financial Times is a great idea. It's harnessing human competitiveness to explain the major contributors to greenhouse emissions, the actions the world could take to avoid climate catastrophe, and the wider benefits of greener energies.
For serious play and education, set aside 30 to 40 minutes of quiet and uninterrupted time. I thought I was reasonably well-informed about climate breakdown, and while I was quite happy with my result, I was surprised at what I got wrong and how much I still could learn from a simple yet effective game like this.

928 days ago

Scammers at it again - phone calls about putative Visa charges

Peter from Kamo

Last couple of days I received 3 calls from 2 different computer generated voices "This is Visa calling, this morning blah blah blah 2 transactions (mentions Amazon $800 and Apple itunes $1000) by which time I hang up.
After the first time I got my phone to look at my visa status and there … View more
Last couple of days I received 3 calls from 2 different computer generated voices "This is Visa calling, this morning blah blah blah 2 transactions (mentions Amazon $800 and Apple itunes $1000) by which time I hang up.
After the first time I got my phone to look at my visa status and there were no such charges. Of course. I am sure if they really did call me (and it would be the bank, not some generic 'Visa'), it would not be a computer voice, but someone who could actually intelligently discuss the matter.
Anyway, consider yourselves warned. They are apparently very busy/active with their little scheme if my 3 attempts are any thing to go by.

925 days ago

Rustic house number

The Team from Resene ColorShop Whangarei

Turn scrap building materials into a fun and practical piece for the home. Use timber offcuts and some creativity to make a rustic house number sign with Resene Alabaster and Resene Woodsman Crowshead.

Find out how to create your own.

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926 days ago

A little Huffing & Puffing required

Alison Neighbourly Lead from Kamo

Bring your Pooches for a Day of Fun and Raising much needed funds for the Ruakaka Dog Rescue team. Bully Breed Parade. $5 entry. Where: 32 Kokopu Block Road, Maungatapere.
All dogs WELCOME with their Leads ON and accompanied by their Charge Person. Food Stalls, Merchandise For Sale and Raffles.… View more
Bring your Pooches for a Day of Fun and Raising much needed funds for the Ruakaka Dog Rescue team. Bully Breed Parade. $5 entry. Where: 32 Kokopu Block Road, Maungatapere.
All dogs WELCOME with their Leads ON and accompanied by their Charge Person. Food Stalls, Merchandise For Sale and Raffles. See the Poster for more details.

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927 days ago

You’ve gotta be Kiwiing me!!!

Jay from Beds4U Whangarei

If you spend most of your nights switching sides, trying to get at least a few hours of sleep, you're definitely not eating enough kiwi fruit. According to a study, eating two kiwi fruits one hour before bedtime may help you fall asleep faster and sleep better.
Kiwi fruits tend to carry very … View more
If you spend most of your nights switching sides, trying to get at least a few hours of sleep, you're definitely not eating enough kiwi fruit. According to a study, eating two kiwi fruits one hour before bedtime may help you fall asleep faster and sleep better.
Kiwi fruits tend to carry very high antioxidant levels and serotonin levels. These antioxidants appear to have a good influence on sleep, according to a growing number of studies based around this. High levels of serotonin may also be significant, since serotonin helps to initiate sleep and then sustain sleep throughout the night. It also helps to regulate the phases of sleep and stimulates alertness in the morning. Test it out to set yourself for a perfect night in slumber, but things surely do appear to be going well for the small fruit.

Read more..
www.scoop.co.nz...

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934 days ago

Consultation begins on Airport Location study

The Team from Whangarei District Council

We are seeking public opinion about the future of air transport in the Whangārei District.

We need to plan ahead and be ready for change in the air transport sector. Aircraft types and sizes may change in future, or Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) rules may change. Either of these could require … View more
We are seeking public opinion about the future of air transport in the Whangārei District.

We need to plan ahead and be ready for change in the air transport sector. Aircraft types and sizes may change in future, or Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) rules may change. Either of these could require the airport to shift from Onerahi, potentially some time in the 2030's.

The existing airport at Onerahi has a relatively short runway with smaller than usual safety areas at each end. We have looked at extending the safety margins, but problems with this option mean we must also consider new potential sites elsewhere in our District. We have permission from the CAA to continue using the existing Onerahi airport for the time being, giving us time to examine potential new sites.

We have identified three potential new sites: Ruatangata West, Ruatangata and One Tree Point West. From initial investigations these potential sites all appear to meet the required criteria including enough clear flat land for a runway, clear airspace at either end (ie no mountains or hills), land for the operational area a new airport would require, and relatively close links to state highways.

Now it's time to include the community in this study. Please take the time to examine each of the options, and share your perspective through the 'Have your say' options.

✈👩‍✈️👨‍✈️ www.wdc.govt.nz...

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927 days ago

Poll: Why aren't you switching power providers?

The Team from NZ Compare

The weather is getting chilly, ya power is going to rise! So why are you sticking with the same plan and provider if it might be costing you MORE money?!

53.9% of Neighbours said they switched over 6 months ago and 33.6% said you have no idea when you last switched! We want to know why … View more
The weather is getting chilly, ya power is going to rise! So why are you sticking with the same plan and provider if it might be costing you MORE money?!

53.9% of Neighbours said they switched over 6 months ago and 33.6% said you have no idea when you last switched! We want to know why you're not switching power providers?

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Why aren't you switching power providers?
  • 32.6% Switching is too hard, I have enough to deal with!
    32.6% Complete
  • 23.7% I'm in a contract
    23.7% Complete
  • 43.8% I don't know where to find a better deal
    43.8% Complete
473 votes
927 days ago

Jump For Cancer

Natasha Judd from Cancer Society Northland

Sign up now - tick off that bucket list item and Make a Difference to cancer patients and their whānau.
Supporting patients and providing accommodation during treatment in Auckland. Show you care today!
jumpforcancer.org.nz...

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927 days ago

Know a deserving neighbour?

Ashleigh from The Neighbourly Team

Our winning Nice Neighbours have been featured across NZ in the local papers, maybe you've spotted these smiling faces...
If you have a nice neighbour who needs recognised for the little (or big!) things they do, nominate them on our Nice Neighbour page and you could each get a $25 Prezzy® … View more
Our winning Nice Neighbours have been featured across NZ in the local papers, maybe you've spotted these smiling faces...
If you have a nice neighbour who needs recognised for the little (or big!) things they do, nominate them on our Nice Neighbour page and you could each get a $25 Prezzy® card - that sounds like morning tea to me!

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927 days ago

Gabriel Steam Tank Engine Invitation

Alison Neighbourly Lead from Kamo

Join us in our celebrations... on Friday 29th April, 2022 at Kawakawa Railway Station.
We start with a 6am blessing of the new Training and Service Station, and continue from 11am with the Steam Festival and Open Day celebrations for the whole family.
See the new boiler for Gabriel ...

Live … View more
Join us in our celebrations... on Friday 29th April, 2022 at Kawakawa Railway Station.
We start with a 6am blessing of the new Training and Service Station, and continue from 11am with the Steam Festival and Open Day celebrations for the whole family.
See the new boiler for Gabriel ...

Live music will be playing whilst you enjoy activities, demonstrations and food, and you can even get close up and personal with our locomotives!

See the poster for more information....

Looking forward to welcoming you!

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927 days ago

A SPECIAL visitor coming to us Sunday....

Alison Neighbourly Lead from Kamo

This Sunday 1 May the Royal Australian Airforce will be paying us a visit with a C130J Hercules.
You may recall this type aircraft visited us once before, during a medi-vac of one of their members. - It was very impressive.
This is the model C130 the RNZAF have on order.

This time a more mundane… View more
This Sunday 1 May the Royal Australian Airforce will be paying us a visit with a C130J Hercules.
You may recall this type aircraft visited us once before, during a medi-vac of one of their members. - It was very impressive.
This is the model C130 the RNZAF have on order.

This time a more mundane reason for a visit as we are the last stop of an around NZ tour.

Expected time of arrival is 1000 (10:00 am) and will leave just an hour later.

Worth coming out and having a look.

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927 days ago

Don't miss NZ Gardener's newest collectible edition!

Mags4Gifts

Hi neighbours,

It's time to sow your seeds and cut those flowers because NZ Gardener's new special edition is on-sale now!

The NZ Gardener team takes you through the seasons with advice on cutting fresh flowers 365 days of the year. Flick through the pages and find stunning … View more
Hi neighbours,

It's time to sow your seeds and cut those flowers because NZ Gardener's new special edition is on-sale now!

The NZ Gardener team takes you through the seasons with advice on cutting fresh flowers 365 days of the year. Flick through the pages and find stunning photographs, step-by-step instructions on how to arrange bouquets and what to plant and when.

Get your copy where any good magazines are sold or buy online at Mags4Gifts.co.nz
BUY NOW

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929 days ago

Anzac Day

NumberWorks'nWords Whangarei

"They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old; Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn. We will remember them."

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930 days ago

Whangarei 71 RAOB

Elizabeth from Tikipunga

May meetings held on 10th and 24th at Glenbervie Hall. Meetings start at 7.15 pm

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