Kensington, Whangarei

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1492 days ago

Driveways driven away by new rule

The Team Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

A move to free up more land for new builds is likely to see fewer driveways and garages in modern housing, in a move some say could have New Zealand looking like Coronation Street.

Councils across the country must scrap planning rules that require car parks to be put down near new … View more
Hi neighbours,

A move to free up more land for new builds is likely to see fewer driveways and garages in modern housing, in a move some say could have New Zealand looking like Coronation Street.

Councils across the country must scrap planning rules that require car parks to be put down near new housing or business developments, under newly released housing guidelines.

The change comes as the Government looks to encourage development, in part by freeing up land held up by car parks, under its new National Policy Statement for urban development.

Property developer Phil Robinson said scrapping car park rules was a “big change”, but he was unsure if it was a “big win”.

What do you think of having more new builds in your area with fewer driveways and garages?

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1490 days ago

Healthy Relationships Workshop

Nikki Smith from Anglican Care Centre

This course will help you to restructure your approach to relationships.
Put an end to getting burned—and start enjoying the healthy, balanced relationships everyone wants and needs. Starts Monday 12th Oct 6.30-8pm. Registrations essential 437 6397

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1490 days ago

See how our Houseplant Hero runnerup Hollie Procter fits all her plants into her tiny home!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

“So I would say it’s possible I might have the most plants per square metre,” she quips.

1491 days ago

Your thoughts on making Matariki a public holiday

The Team Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

Labour will make Matariki New Zealand's 12th public holiday from 2022 if re-elected, Jacinda Ardern has announced.

The new winter public holiday would fall at some point during the Matariki period, with an expectation that it would always happen on either a Monday or a Friday.… View more
Hi neighbours,

Labour will make Matariki New Zealand's 12th public holiday from 2022 if re-elected, Jacinda Ardern has announced.

The new winter public holiday would fall at some point during the Matariki period, with an expectation that it would always happen on either a Monday or a Friday.

The policy announcement follows a series of public campaigns for Matariki, which acts as the Māori New Year, to be recognised.

We want to hear your thoughts about Matariki becoming a public holiday. Do you support the idea, or are you against it? Perhaps you have a counter proposal.

Share your thoughts here.

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1490 days ago

Looking for a fitness challenge?

The Team from Cancer Society Auckland

Sign up to run the Auckland marathon, half marathon, or 11km traverse with the Cancer Society team on Sunday 1 November.

We provide you with a dri fit t-shirt and lots of perks! The funds you raise go towards supporting cancer patients in our community.
Register now

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1493 days ago

Wifi booster

Patrick from Kensington

Anybody no much about these wifi booster are they any good I purchased one and I haven't noticed fast download speeds maybe its bit of a scam

1491 days ago

Books to start writing

Caroline from Central Whangarei

I need to reduce my book collection, so will give up this group. A good place for someone to start thinking about doing some writing.

Price: $10

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1502 days ago

Have you nominated your local hero?

The Team from New Zealander of the Year Award | Ngā Tohu Pou Kōhure o Aotearoa

Hey neighbours,

With only 3 days left to nominate, we’re asking a BIG question. Have you nominated your Kiwibank New Zealand Local Hero of the Year from Northland yet?

We’re celebrating those every day heroes doing good every day.

Share them below and get nominating.

nzawards.org.nz...

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1491 days ago
1496 days ago

Have you been to Ruapekapeka Pā?

Denise Piper Reporter from Whangārei Leader

Ruapekapeka Pā, just north of Whangārei, will get $8.5m in funding, including $2m to help improve the visitor experience and $6.5m to seal its access road. The pā is one of the best preserved battlefields from the NZ Wars and has been credited for the start of modern trench warfare. Have you … View moreRuapekapeka Pā, just north of Whangārei, will get $8.5m in funding, including $2m to help improve the visitor experience and $6.5m to seal its access road. The pā is one of the best preserved battlefields from the NZ Wars and has been credited for the start of modern trench warfare. Have you been to the pā?

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1492 days ago

Golf clubs, balls

Caroline from Central Whangarei

Due to age, I can't use these anymore. Good gear with left hand glove. Protech No1 iron Titanium oversize.
Protech Nos 5, 9 and S oversize. Dunlop Intl putter

Price: $30

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1492 days ago

Source Quality Yearling Bulls

PGG Wrightson Ltd

In the market for yearling bulls? We know every advantage counts in the farming industry. Advantage is exactly what we give the breeders and farmers we partner with.

PGG Wrightson Livestock Genetics combine decades of hands-on rural experience with the most comprehensive data available.

We … View more
In the market for yearling bulls? We know every advantage counts in the farming industry. Advantage is exactly what we give the breeders and farmers we partner with.

PGG Wrightson Livestock Genetics combine decades of hands-on rural experience with the most comprehensive data available.

We partner with forward-thinking breeders and farmers to enhance animal performance and improve business results.

If you’re looking for better business results, then view upcoming PGG Wrightson Yearling Bull Sales around New Zealand.
Find out more

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1493 days ago
1498 days ago

Is this the worst highway in New Zealand?

Denise Piper Reporter from Whangārei Leader

Springs Flat residents have to duck for cover every time they check the mail, due to flying stones off State Highway 1. The timing of the coronavirus level 4 lockdown meant the road sealing season was interrupted, impacting highways such as this. Do you think this is the worst highway in New … View moreSprings Flat residents have to duck for cover every time they check the mail, due to flying stones off State Highway 1. The timing of the coronavirus level 4 lockdown meant the road sealing season was interrupted, impacting highways such as this. Do you think this is the worst highway in New Zealand? If not, where is worse?

1494 days ago

Friendship Force Whangarei

Laureen Haakma from Friendship Force Whangarei

ARE YOU
*Keen to mix with others both socially; for local & world
travel, home hosting, adventures? And for long-term friendships?
*Curious about the peoples & cultures of other countries?
*Interested in a more peaceful world?
*Want to play a part by saying YES! to this big purpose?
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ARE YOU
*Keen to mix with others both socially; for local & world
travel, home hosting, adventures? And for long-term friendships?
*Curious about the peoples & cultures of other countries?
*Interested in a more peaceful world?
*Want to play a part by saying YES! to this big purpose?
Then THE FRIENDSHIP FORCE OF WHANGAREI invites
YOU
to join their lively Club!
We meet monthly, every third Sunday, 2pm, at the Whangarei Bridge Clubrooms – food, introductions,
news, cultural understanding & activities, fun, outings, connections, travel opportunities, potluck meals.
For more information, and how to attend our next events, please contact –
President:
Jan Whitehouse
4364451 whitehousejan@hotmail.com
Publicity & Outreach: Laureen Haakma
430 7350 lausyb@xtra.co.nz
Field Representative: Gwendolyn Needham 437 7183 be.free@xtra.co.nz
“A world of friends is a world of
peace”
FRIENDSHIP FORCE INTERNATIONAL Est. 1977.
is worldwide, in 60+ countries.
NZ has 20 Clubs. FF has a universal philosophy of welcome, peace and friendship to all.
Non-political, non-religious.
NZ site - www.friendshipforce.org.nz...
International site - www.thefriendshipforce.org...

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