Kensington, Whangarei

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1521 days ago

Have you had a problem with roaming, aggressive dogs?

Denise Piper Reporter from Whangārei Leader

A Whangārei woman is so terrified of snarling, aggressive dogs that freely roam the streets that she no longer walks her grandson to school, instead spending about $30 a day on taxi rides. Whangārei District Council says there have been fewer dog attacks and complaints about rushing dogs this … View moreA Whangārei woman is so terrified of snarling, aggressive dogs that freely roam the streets that she no longer walks her grandson to school, instead spending about $30 a day on taxi rides. Whangārei District Council says there have been fewer dog attacks and complaints about rushing dogs this year, but more wandering complaints compared with the year before - and animal control have limited resources. Have you also had a problem with dogs? What do you think should be done about it?

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1515 days ago

Love cricket?

The Team from Cancer Society Auckland

One month – one million cricket balls, let’s make it happen together! Sign up here to be part of Net a Million. Sign up now

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1516 days ago

Party scorecards by Forest & Bird Youth

Oliver Neighbourly Lead from One Tree Point

Forest & Bird Youth have developed scorecards comparing party policy positions on nature and climate. The scorecards give a clearer picture on how to vote for nature this election. They also show how far every party still has to go when it comes to protecting and restoring nature.

1515 days ago

Leaders need to lead on climate action

Oliver Neighbourly Lead from One Tree Point

Another fine piece of journalism by Newsroom's Rod Oram.

1518 days ago

House in Whangarei wanted to buy

Jo from Maunu

Hi anyone thinking of selling and want to avoid real estate fees?
My daughter has sold her house in Aus & moved back home.
She's looking for a house to buy, with pre-approved finance already, so if you (or someone you know) are selling, or thinking of selling, please message me on here or… View more
Hi anyone thinking of selling and want to avoid real estate fees?
My daughter has sold her house in Aus & moved back home.
She's looking for a house to buy, with pre-approved finance already, so if you (or someone you know) are selling, or thinking of selling, please message me on here or on 027 5141 394.
Thanks, Jo Martin :-)
PS She has 2 little dogs so if it's on a main road it won't suit, unless it's up a long driveway, thanks.

1518 days ago

Celebrating International Day of Older Persons

Office for Seniors

Today is the International Day of Older Persons! It's an important day for everyone to recognize and say thank you to older people for their amazing contributions to the world, from mentoring and volunteering, to sharing experience, being in paid work and much more.

To acknowledge the … View more
Today is the International Day of Older Persons! It's an important day for everyone to recognize and say thank you to older people for their amazing contributions to the world, from mentoring and volunteering, to sharing experience, being in paid work and much more.

To acknowledge the occasion, we have just released our October SuperSeniors Newsletter, you can read it here: bit.ly...

The day is also special as it marks the start of the WHO’s Decade of Healthy Ageing 2020 to 2030, you can find out more about it here: bit.ly...

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1517 days ago

Have you recently decorated a home with Resene paints? If so, you could be a winner.

Resene

Resene and Your Home & Garden are on the lookout for the most stunning interior or exterior colour scheme created with Resene paints to be featured in Your Home & Garden magazine.

Monthly winners win $250 of Resene paint vouchers and the grand winner $5000 cash!

What we are looking … View more
Resene and Your Home & Garden are on the lookout for the most stunning interior or exterior colour scheme created with Resene paints to be featured in Your Home & Garden magazine.

Monthly winners win $250 of Resene paint vouchers and the grand winner $5000 cash!

What we are looking for:
Clever interior colours
Inventive paint projects
Exciting exterior paint
Entries are now open!

How to enter:
Email photos and a 200-word or more description of your space to yhg@bauermedia.co.nz with your last name and ‘Resene Colour Home’ in the subject line. Please include your name, home address, email address, daytime phone number, the names of the Resene colours used, and details of when your space was painted. Please credit anyone who assisted you in choosing your colours. The five finalists will each appear in Your Home and Garden, starting from the December issue. Every finalist will receive a $250 Resene voucher and a feature in the magazine, with the winner taking out the Resene Colour Home Awards and $5000 cash. An extended story on the winning home will feature in the June 2021 issue.

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1517 days ago

Need hassle free LPG supply?

Gas & Tyre

Direct to your door: Gas & Tyre provide a consistent hassle free, unrivalled LPG delivery service right to your door. Call us now to learn more!

Gas Deliveries: Mid Far North- Kaikohe to Kawkawa to Mangonui

Essential Services:
● 45kg Gas Deliveries
● 9kg Gas Swaps
● Essentials … View more
Direct to your door: Gas & Tyre provide a consistent hassle free, unrivalled LPG delivery service right to your door. Call us now to learn more!

Gas Deliveries: Mid Far North- Kaikohe to Kawkawa to Mangonui

Essential Services:
● 45kg Gas Deliveries
● 9kg Gas Swaps
● Essentials Tyre Repairs and Replacements (Car 4wd and light truck Alignments)
● 24 Hour Fleet Service
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1517 days ago

Did you know that fairy terns are New Zealand's rarest birds?

Denise Piper Reporter from Whangārei Leader

The Department of Conservation has drawn its battle lines to help protect the country’s rarest bird – the critically endangered New Zealand fairy tern.
Also known as tara iti, there are fewer than 40 adult birds in the species, so the department is doing all it can to ensure breeding is … View more
The Department of Conservation has drawn its battle lines to help protect the country’s rarest bird – the critically endangered New Zealand fairy tern.
Also known as tara iti, there are fewer than 40 adult birds in the species, so the department is doing all it can to ensure breeding is successful, with manned sites in Waipū, Mangawhai and parts of Auckland.

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1518 days ago

Create a stylish mini deck

The Team from Resene ColorShop Whangarei

Use tongue and groove landscaping timber and fence palings to create a stylish mini deck finished in Resene Woodsman wood stain.

Make the most of this weekend with this step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how to create your own

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1518 days ago

Calling all Small Business Owners!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

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Usually $150, your 3-month Premium Listing enables you to reach thousands of people who live around your business! Find friendly locals who want your services, introduce your team and share what makes you stand out from… View more
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1526 days ago

Plants and Punnets

Liz from Rural West Whangarei

I am posting this on behalf of my mother, some of you will know or remember her well as she had Nellies stall for many years selling Potted Plants and Herbs, also Vegetable Plants and Flowers Plants in punnets. Mum has now retired from the market but invites any of you who would still like to buy … View moreI am posting this on behalf of my mother, some of you will know or remember her well as she had Nellies stall for many years selling Potted Plants and Herbs, also Vegetable Plants and Flowers Plants in punnets. Mum has now retired from the market but invites any of you who would still like to buy her plants to go and see her at 10 Arcus Street Raumunga on Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays or Saturdays from 9am to 4pm each of those days. She still has a great range of healthy, hardened off plants just as she had at the market, and a variety shrubs.

1518 days ago

Treat your #AnimalBestFriends to the best all natural food

Chrissy from Animal Best Friends

Keep your pup or cat up with the times by feeding them 100% natural filler-free food that's biologically appropriate & Made In NZ. Contact Chrissy directly for Amazing Dog & Cat Food Specials 0220454792 or see the rest of our range here 👉 www.animalbestfriends.co.nz... 🐾

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1519 days ago

Various Household items for Sale

Christy from Raumanga

I have a variety of household stuff to sell.

Please note there are 2 sofas available, exactly the same. The do have some cat scratch damage. $200 each

Small bedside drawer - $30
Large black bookshelf - $100
CD rack - $10
Computer desk - $50… View more
I have a variety of household stuff to sell.

Please note there are 2 sofas available, exactly the same. The do have some cat scratch damage. $200 each

Small bedside drawer - $30
Large black bookshelf - $100
CD rack - $10
Computer desk - $50
Fridge - $300
Rimu drawers - $300
Pale wooden shelves $20
TV cabinet - $100
Washing machine $300

Pick up from Otaika.

Feel free to message me for more information or to make an offer.

Negotiable

1533 days ago

Have you seen Whangārei documentary Te Wao Nui?

Denise Piper Reporter from Whangārei Leader

UPDATE: Monitoring has shown rongoā Māori (traditional Māori medicine) is helping reverse the signs of kauri dieback.
Whangārei documentary Te Wao Nui has been chosen for the gala opening of the world's largest indigenous film festive, imagineNATIVE. Directed by Ngāriki Ngatae, the te reo… View more
UPDATE: Monitoring has shown rongoā Māori (traditional Māori medicine) is helping reverse the signs of kauri dieback.
Whangārei documentary Te Wao Nui has been chosen for the gala opening of the world's largest indigenous film festive, imagineNATIVE. Directed by Ngāriki Ngatae, the te reo Māori film investigates mātauranga Māori (traditional Māori knowledge) as a cure for kauri dieback disease. Click on the link below to find out more and to watch the short film.

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