Kensington, Whangarei

1456 days ago

What do you think of the thousands of extra truck trips between Auckland and Marsden Point?

Denise Piper Reporter from Whangārei Leader

There are safety and congestion fears for the road north of Auckland, because a container ship diverted to Northland will result in nearly 2700 more truck trips before Christmas.
Whangārei’s Northport has agreed to unload 1340 containers off the ship Constantinos P, due to congestion at Ports … View more
There are safety and congestion fears for the road north of Auckland, because a container ship diverted to Northland will result in nearly 2700 more truck trips before Christmas.
Whangārei’s Northport has agreed to unload 1340 containers off the ship Constantinos P, due to congestion at Ports of Auckland, but National Road Carriers is warning this means 2700 extra truck trips between Marsden Point and Auckland. Are you concerned about these extra trucks?

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1447 days ago

There's still plenty to go round...

Neighbourly.co.nz

Our little blue Santa has a great many surprises left in his collection to give away. Today our Pukeko wants to give you a chance to win a six-month subscription to the NZ House & Garden Magazine. Keep an eye out on the noticeboard for the secret codeword and enter it into our giveaway page. Santa in the Suburbs

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1457 days ago

NumberWorks'nWords Tip

NumberWorks'nWords Whangarei

Here’s an excellent way to remember the difference between “affect” and “effect”, two commonly confused words!

1452 days ago

Open Homes: A necessary nightmare

Kylie Klein Nixon Reporter from Homed

So, I spent a weekend hitting the open homes and seeing what it's like to try to buy as a solo person. Folks, it's tough out there... As an older, single person, it's really tough. Take a look at how I found "the churn" and let me know how it compares to your experience.

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1448 days ago

Have your say on speed limits for beaches

The Team from Whangarei District Council

How fast do you think vehicles should be allowed to drive on Whangarei beaches? In response to community feedback we are proposing a 30 kph limit, and 20 kph on Langs Beach. Consultation closes on Friday.

Read the full proposal and register your feedback here:
⛱️🚗 www.wdc.govt.nz...

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1448 days ago

Sustainable shopping for every whānau

The Warehouse

A more sustainable Aotearoa begins with the choices each Kiwi makes, and our customers have asked us to help make them those choices easier when they’re shopping for their families.

At The Warehouse, you’ll find an ever-growing range of products that are kinder to our planet.

Right now … View more
A more sustainable Aotearoa begins with the choices each Kiwi makes, and our customers have asked us to help make them those choices easier when they’re shopping for their families.

At The Warehouse, you’ll find an ever-growing range of products that are kinder to our planet.

Right now we’re at 8,000 and counting – and with 5,000 of them available for just $20 or less, sustainable is more affordable than ever.
Find out more

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1448 days ago

Worm farm

Avalon from Kamo

Anyone want a free worm farm.... They all thriving and doing well

Free

1449 days ago

Successful businesses are built on trust

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Here at Neighbourly we know a little secret; to run a successful business in today’s world you have to have trust.

Our members are your locals. Start 2021 with a Neighbourly Premium Business listing and connect with your community on a trusted platform.

Neighbourly - a local social … View more
Here at Neighbourly we know a little secret; to run a successful business in today’s world you have to have trust.

Our members are your locals. Start 2021 with a Neighbourly Premium Business listing and connect with your community on a trusted platform.

Neighbourly - a local social platform that understands local business
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1455 days ago

Join Santa at Mitre 10 Whangarei for some Christmas FUN!

Alison Shrigley Reporter from Whangārei Leader

This Wednesday, 9 December from 2.00pm till 7.00pm, We will be having a Christmas celebration with Santa and his elves in store, face painting and candy floss for the kids! St John’s Ambulance will be running the BBQ and raising funds. We have raised over $25,000 for St John’s over the past 5 … View moreThis Wednesday, 9 December from 2.00pm till 7.00pm, We will be having a Christmas celebration with Santa and his elves in store, face painting and candy floss for the kids! St John’s Ambulance will be running the BBQ and raising funds. We have raised over $25,000 for St John’s over the past 5 years!

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1452 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

1450 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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1452 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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1450 days ago
1451 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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1451 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.

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