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1540 days ago

Red Cross Bank Street Moving Wednesday 2nd September

Todd from Central Whangarei

Red Cross shop in Whangarei (59 Bank Street) will be moving to a new location on Wednesday 2nd of September. If you are free and would like to volunteer some time from 9am to 4pm Wednesday 2nd of September (especially lifting racks, boxes, and other shop fittings etc). Please phone us on 09 438 … View moreRed Cross shop in Whangarei (59 Bank Street) will be moving to a new location on Wednesday 2nd of September. If you are free and would like to volunteer some time from 9am to 4pm Wednesday 2nd of September (especially lifting racks, boxes, and other shop fittings etc). Please phone us on 09 438 3701.

1539 days ago

TRAVEL TALK!!

UPDATE:
> Your probably well aware the Raro travel bubble has been put on hold for the time being with the current Auckland cluster.

> Domestic Air Travel - masks are mandatory even when in transit at the airport. Having the Air NZ app will enable you to receive prompt alerts as flight … View more
UPDATE:
> Your probably well aware the Raro travel bubble has been put on hold for the time being with the current Auckland cluster.

> Domestic Air Travel - masks are mandatory even when in transit at the airport. Having the Air NZ app will enable you to receive prompt alerts as flight schedule changes have been frequent due to the reduced capacity etc...

> GO WHERE FEW OTHERS HAVE BEEN BEFORE!
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Explore the remote Sub Antarctic Islands. The Snares, Macquarie, Campbell and Auckland Islands have their own unique natural and historic profile. Visit penguin rookeries, historic sites, and be wowed by whales, seals and an enormous abundance of bird life. Contact us to find out more.
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1539 days ago

MPI issues recall for peaches

Neighbourly.co.nz

The Ministry for Primary Industries has issued a recall for two varieties of yellow flesh peaches due to the possible presence of Salmonella enteritidis.

What you need to know:

Primor Produce Ltd and Turners and Growers fresh Ltd yellow flesh peaches sold between 10 July to 25 August 2020 … View more
The Ministry for Primary Industries has issued a recall for two varieties of yellow flesh peaches due to the possible presence of Salmonella enteritidis.

What you need to know:

Primor Produce Ltd and Turners and Growers fresh Ltd yellow flesh peaches sold between 10 July to 25 August 2020 should not be consumed due to the presence of the bacteria.

ALL yellow flesh peaches imported from the United States should not be consumed if purchased between 10 July to 25 August.

The products are sold in New World, Pak'n Save, Gilmours and Four Square stores across the North Island.

To learn more about the recall see the New Zealand Food Safety Website.

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1541 days ago

Scams - how thick do they think we are?

Patricia from Kamo

Today's version from Calonzo Amos <phtg1960@gmail.com>
Attn:
I am contacting you with reference to a late client,a foreign construction Engineer,who was awarded a contract worth(18,7M,USD) for road construction and the contract was fully executed.
My client has been paid (7M,USD) was to … View more
Today's version from Calonzo Amos <phtg1960@gmail.com>
Attn:
I am contacting you with reference to a late client,a foreign construction Engineer,who was awarded a contract worth(18,7M,USD) for road construction and the contract was fully executed.
My client has been paid (7M,USD) was to receive the balance payment of
(11.7M) but unfortunately died.I am contacting you seeking for your cooperation to transfer the Balance payment. Kindly get back to me for more details.
Best Regards
Calonzo Amos

1543 days ago

1 Week to Nominate

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

Hey neighbours,

One week to go! That's 168 hours left to nominate a Local Hero of Northland.

We know they're out there - organising events, coaching sport, volunteering for a greater cause, selflessly working towards the greater good of your community.

Celebrate their impact and … View more
Hey neighbours,

One week to go! That's 168 hours left to nominate a Local Hero of Northland.

We know they're out there - organising events, coaching sport, volunteering for a greater cause, selflessly working towards the greater good of your community.

Celebrate their impact and nominate them before Sunday 30 August.

nzawards.org.nz...

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1540 days ago

Red Cross Whangarei

Todd from Central Whangarei

The Red Cross shop on 59 Bank Street will be open for trading (9am until 4pm week days and 9am until 3pm on Saturday’s) at this current location until Wednesday 2nd of September.

1540 days ago

Policy NZ - The complete guide to NZ Election 2020

Oliver Neighbourly Lead from One Tree Point

While running as a candidate for the Whangarei District Council (Bream Bay ward) election last year I took part in the 2019 local elections tool Policy Local, to present my policies and priorities.
Now the platform is back as Policy NZ, providing us voters with a complete guide to the NZ Election … View more
While running as a candidate for the Whangarei District Council (Bream Bay ward) election last year I took part in the 2019 local elections tool Policy Local, to present my policies and priorities.
Now the platform is back as Policy NZ, providing us voters with a complete guide to the NZ Election 2020, including the policies, parties, candidates, and (coming soon) referendums. The Policy NZ team summarised 900+ policies from 550+ documents and speeches, and surveyed 500+ candidates across every electorate.
Research from the Electoral Commission shows that one in three non-voters cite ‘not knowing who to vote for’ as their main reason for not voting. Now there's no more excuse for not knowing - and for the roughly two thirds of us who vote the same as always, for whatever dubious reasons, it might be a chance to double-check that we're still supporting the right bunch, and to care and think before casting our votes.

1540 days ago

Poll: Is the government doing enough to support Northland’s recovery from the floods?

Ripu Bhatia Reporter from Community News

The government has allocated $500,000 for organisations, services and projects supporting flood recovery efforts in Northland.

The fund can be accessed through grants, but grant money is not available to individuals who have suffered personal loss or property damage.

Millions of dollars in … View more
The government has allocated $500,000 for organisations, services and projects supporting flood recovery efforts in Northland.

The fund can be accessed through grants, but grant money is not available to individuals who have suffered personal loss or property damage.

Millions of dollars in damages were caused to buildings, homes and vehicles in Northland during the floods on July 17 and 18.

Do you think the government’s support goes far enough?

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Is the government doing enough to support Northland’s recovery from the floods?
  • 42.1% Yes - this fund will help the rebuild
    42.1% Complete
  • 57.9% No- it should be extended to individuals who have suffered losses
    57.9% Complete
19 votes
1540 days ago

A guide to mandatory mask use during Covid-19 level 2 and beyond

The Team Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

Wondering what the mandatory use of masks during level 2 means for you?

Based on the information at hand, here’s what you need to know about the new face mask requirements, including what kind of covering you can use and when to use it.

Click here to read more.

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1540 days ago

C'mon Northland!

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

Hey neighbours,

Hurry! You’ve got just 5 days to nominate your Kiwibank New Zealand Local Hero of the Year from Northland and give their mahi the recognition it deserves. 16 regions, 16 winners. All it takes is one nomination.

Who’s your Local Hero? Go.

nzawards.org.nz...

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1540 days ago

Is the Mangamuka Gorge road closure impacting you?

Denise Piper Reporter from Whangārei Leader

State Highway 1 has been closed at Mangamuka Gorge since the Northland floods on July 17, and will be closed until at least mid-October when one lane may open to light vehicles. The closure adds 30 mins to the usual two-hour trip from Whangārei to Kaitaia, and has cut off the small community of … View moreState Highway 1 has been closed at Mangamuka Gorge since the Northland floods on July 17, and will be closed until at least mid-October when one lane may open to light vehicles. The closure adds 30 mins to the usual two-hour trip from Whangārei to Kaitaia, and has cut off the small community of Mangamuka. Is the road closure impacting you?

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1540 days ago

Small Business funding to Beat 2020

Prospa

Small business owners who need funding to support cash flow or invest in the future can apply for a small business loan up to $300K with Prospa to help them Beat 2020.

Business Loan applications take around 10 minutes online, and you’ll get a fast decision and funding possible in 24 hours –… View more
Small business owners who need funding to support cash flow or invest in the future can apply for a small business loan up to $300K with Prospa to help them Beat 2020.

Business Loan applications take around 10 minutes online, and you’ll get a fast decision and funding possible in 24 hours – so you can get on with business sooner.

Prospa is New Zealand’s small business lending specialist, and we’re here to help you Beat 2020. Get in touch with our team of friendly business lending specialists today!
Apply Now

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1541 days ago

Do you know an amazing gardener helping their community?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours,

Nominations for our 2020 Ryman Healthcare Gardener of the Year ends on Monday, August 31. So don't forget to let us know all about the green thumbs doing heroic work for their community.

Do you know someone sharing the veggies they've grown with their neighbours? … View more
Dear neighbours,

Nominations for our 2020 Ryman Healthcare Gardener of the Year ends on Monday, August 31. So don't forget to let us know all about the green thumbs doing heroic work for their community.

Do you know someone sharing the veggies they've grown with their neighbours? Perhaps locals restoring a park in the area to bring back birds, or a group of neighbours doing a great job in their community garden. Nominate them today, and tell us why they deserve to be this year's Ryman Healthcare Gardener of the Year.

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1542 days ago

Auckland lockdown extended until Sunday, rest of country to stay at level 2

The Team Reporter from Stuff

Auckland will remain in lockdown until Sunday, a four-day extension of the lockdown which was meant to lift on Wednesday.

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern said there were promising signs that the Government was getting on top of the virus, but a short extension was recommended by director-general of … View more
Auckland will remain in lockdown until Sunday, a four-day extension of the lockdown which was meant to lift on Wednesday.

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern said there were promising signs that the Government was getting on top of the virus, but a short extension was recommended by director-general of health Ashley Bloomfield.

On Sunday night Auckland would move down to level 2. The rest of the country would stay at level 2.

Ardern said the rest of the country needed to stay at an elevated alert level to mitigate the risk of cases leaving Auckland when interregional travel resumed. Click here to read more.

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1547 days ago

Yet another scam

Patricia from Kamo

Received another suspicious email. This time it was from:
ASB Tax Update <jelden@buckeye-express.com>
It wanted me to update my tax residency details.
I have forwarded to ASB and CERT NZ

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