Kensington, Whangarei

Time to tidy that garage

Time to tidy that garage

Use Neighbourly Market to make a few bucks while you're at it

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1432 days ago

lemons

Teresa from Tikipunga

hi everyone - just wondering if anyone still has lemons on their tree and if so would you consider selling some to me - happy to pay market price as the supermarket lemons are tasteless, odourless and have waxy skins - would really appreciate it thanks

Teresa

1430 days ago

Merry Christmas savings are on now with free delivery for all our Whangarei customers!

Chrissy from Animal Best Friends

Merry Christmas savings are on now with free delivery for all our Whangarei customers! Use "Whangereicustomersfreightfree" at the check out and you're away laughing! 🙌 Head to: www.animalbestfriends.co.nz... now!

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1432 days ago

We Say, You Say: Swimming Spots

Neighbourly.co.nz

Hi Northland,

Would you be put off by a health warning at your local swimming spot?

Around 100 popular swimming locations across the country have been slapped with health warnings for the summer season this year.

Local councils reported long-term poor water quality due to the presence of … View more
Hi Northland,

Would you be put off by a health warning at your local swimming spot?

Around 100 popular swimming locations across the country have been slapped with health warnings for the summer season this year.

Local councils reported long-term poor water quality due to the presence of algal blooms and high concentrations of sediment in popular swimming spots like Lake Rotorua, Waikanae Beach and Paraparaumu Beach. Some of these sites have had consistently low scoring that local councils have stopped monitoring them and have instead posted long-term warning signs against swimming.

Swimmers that ignore signs risk gastrointestinal illnesses and respiratory diseases from water made hazardous by farm runoff, sewage contamination and high bacteria counts.

Share your thoughts below and don't forget to type NFP if you don't want your comments featured in the conversations section of your local paper.
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1430 days ago
1430 days ago

Do you know what to do in the garden this weekend?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Our ezine Get Growing has all the info you need. This week, we say reap the rewards of growing your own cherries. Cover tomatoes to beat the birds, protect crops from windy weather, label seedheads for saving, move potted crops into partial shade, and plump up garlic, onions and shallots.
Turn … View more
Our ezine Get Growing has all the info you need. This week, we say reap the rewards of growing your own cherries. Cover tomatoes to beat the birds, protect crops from windy weather, label seedheads for saving, move potted crops into partial shade, and plump up garlic, onions and shallots.
Turn pine cones into a summery wreath; take a look at Yates new book Top Edible Plants for Pots (and how not to kill them); plus go in the draw to win Kent & Stowe hand tools from Tui and a 2021 NZ Gardener Garden Diary.

Subscribe now for more great tips and prizes!

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1430 days ago

Clean as a Whistle....

Alison Shrigley Reporter from Whangārei Leader

It's been all go here at Kiwi North this week. We've had Scott and crew from Think Trees Northland to clear the way for Aaron and team of Wash Rite Northland in to clean the kiwi house roof, museum and a selection of buildings on the park.
An absolutely professional job done by these … View more
It's been all go here at Kiwi North this week. We've had Scott and crew from Think Trees Northland to clear the way for Aaron and team of Wash Rite Northland in to clean the kiwi house roof, museum and a selection of buildings on the park.
An absolutely professional job done by these guys! Thank you much. The place is looking great! Bring your visitors for a FABULOUS day out.

1431 days ago

A sad reminder not to drink and drive

Denise Piper Reporter from Whangārei Leader

Shamim Pearson lost her soul mate, Geoff, after a drunk and angry man decided to get behind the wheel, despite having a crash earlier in the day.

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1431 days ago

A snowy glow

The Team from Resene ColorShop Whangarei

Add a gentle warmth to your Christmas decorations with painted candle holders made from jars and your favourite Resene testpot colours.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Australian Women's Weekly and Resene. Find out how to create your own.

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1431 days ago

Better balance is easy!

The Team from ACC New Zealand

Maintaining your balance is key to enjoying life and avoiding falls. With the easy-to-use app called Nymbl, you can improve your balance and live falls free.

You just need a smartphone or tablet. With Nymbl you’ll use simple and safe body movements and easy brain challenges like trivia. … View more
Maintaining your balance is key to enjoying life and avoiding falls. With the easy-to-use app called Nymbl, you can improve your balance and live falls free.

You just need a smartphone or tablet. With Nymbl you’ll use simple and safe body movements and easy brain challenges like trivia. It’s a technique called dual-tasking and it’s proven to be effective, it’s also fun. Just 10 minutes a day in the comfort of your own home and you can be Nymbl.

Register now to get Nymbl free. Nymbl is brought to you by Live Stronger For Longer and ACC, MOH and HQSC.
Register now

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1431 days ago

Change a life this Christmas!

World Vision

Don't just give the same old thing this year.

Give a World Vision Smiles gift guaranteed to change lives!

When you gift a goat or help a girl get an education in honour of your friends or family, you can change the world for kids and families in great need.

No other gift can compare… View more
Don't just give the same old thing this year.

Give a World Vision Smiles gift guaranteed to change lives!

When you gift a goat or help a girl get an education in honour of your friends or family, you can change the world for kids and families in great need.

No other gift can compare to a pathway out of poverty. A goat will give a family nutritious milk and extra income! Make every gift count this Christmas.

Each gift comes with a card explaining your extraordinary impact. No wrapping – win!
Find out more

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1431 days ago

Neighbours Day 2021

The Team from Neighbours Aotearoa

Neighbours Day Aotearoa on March 20th-30th 2021 has even more ways you can get involved this year! Our theme for 2021 is 'The Great Plant Swap' and if you are one of the first 200 to register with us, we will send you a packet of seeds to get you started!

If you love your annual BBQ, … View more
Neighbours Day Aotearoa on March 20th-30th 2021 has even more ways you can get involved this year! Our theme for 2021 is 'The Great Plant Swap' and if you are one of the first 200 to register with us, we will send you a packet of seeds to get you started!

If you love your annual BBQ, street party or the like - that is awesome! Get in early with your registration and tell us about the event you're planning and we'll send you seeds too! (We are good like that!)

We are also encouraging people to write something about their neighbours, communities and/or acts of neighbourliness with Notes for neighbours - poems, reflections or any sort of note! We will share these on our Facebook, Instagram and website and 5 will be chosen to be made into posters to share across the country.

Check out our website and register your event, big or small today!

www.neighboursday.org.nz...

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1434 days ago

Forget -Me -Not Adult Day Centre Garage Sale

Cathie from Kensington

Huge charity fundraiser.
Something for everyone !
Saturday 12th Dec. 7am start.
110 Boundary Rd ( Next to the Falls )
See you there !

1432 days ago

Experience the Ryman Care Difference

It’s hard to put your finger on why Ryman care centres just feel different. Perhaps it’s our constant drive to improve through innovations such as our myRyman Care app and Delicious menu, or perhaps it’s the genuine warmth of the care we provide.

Our 'Experience the Care Difference’… View more
It’s hard to put your finger on why Ryman care centres just feel different. Perhaps it’s our constant drive to improve through innovations such as our myRyman Care app and Delicious menu, or perhaps it’s the genuine warmth of the care we provide.

Our 'Experience the Care Difference’ guide paints a picture of the care, kindness and comfort that our residents experience every day. It offers a comprehensive guide to rest home, hospital and specialist dementia care, as well as our serviced apartment options. So, for the inside knowledge into what makes a Ryman care centre different, check out our guide.
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1432 days ago

Roadworks Season kicks off

The Team from Whangarei District Council

More than 122 kilometres of Whangārei’s sealed roads will get fresh surfaces this summer, and 7.4 kilometres of new sealed road will be added. Council has already started road upgrades and resurfacing, making the most of the coming season of dryer weather and longer days. Major roading … View moreMore than 122 kilometres of Whangārei’s sealed roads will get fresh surfaces this summer, and 7.4 kilometres of new sealed road will be added. Council has already started road upgrades and resurfacing, making the most of the coming season of dryer weather and longer days. Major roading rehabilitation projects have also kicked off for the summer roadworks season with Council programming the complete rebuild of 6.3km of existing sealed road, including two major arterial roads, Mill, and RewaRewa. Almost $11.7 million will be invested in our sealed renewal network between now and 1 July next year.

More about the process:
www.wdc.govt.nz...

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1433 days ago

Schools Out! Drive Carefully PLEASE...

Alison Shrigley Reporter from Whangārei Leader

With the school term wrapping up over the next few weeks, we want to remind drivers to slow down around schools to help keep our children safe.

Our road policing officers in Henderson teamed up with @Pomaria Primary School students to thank those drivers who slowed down around their school 🙏

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With the school term wrapping up over the next few weeks, we want to remind drivers to slow down around schools to help keep our children safe.

Our road policing officers in Henderson teamed up with @Pomaria Primary School students to thank those drivers who slowed down around their school 🙏

Constables Petricevich and Bennell helped the students give out their handmade cards to drivers.
A big thanks to all the students for their colourful creations and getting involved.
Drive safe - Keep our families SAFE these holidays.
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