Kensington, Whangarei

Wondering about something in your neighbourhood?

Wondering about something in your neighbourhood?

Whether it's a new building going up or a strange noise you keep hearing, ask your neighbours here.

1627 days ago

Leather chair

Mary from Tikipunga

Leather chair. In as new condition, has hardly been used. Cream colour. 1 metre wide, 90 cm deep, 85 cm high. Shop price was $800. For sale at $300.

Price: $300

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1627 days ago

Winter Clothing forRed Cross shop in Whangarei

Todd from Central Whangarei

The Red Cross shop, 59 Bank Street Whangarei, is looking for winter clothing that’s in a good condition. If you have some winter clothing that you would like to donate to the Red Cross Cross shop in Whangarei - please call us on 09 4383701. Open 9am until 4pm weekdays and 9am until 3pm Saturday.

1630 days ago

Central Library Open for Browsing!

The Team from Whangarei District Council

Know someone who's suffered from book withdrawal? Whangārei Central Library is now open for browsing the shelves and borrowing items 😀

There are entry conditions in place:
▪ Contact tracing registration
▪ 1 metre physical distancing
▪ Follow personal hygiene measures.
▪ Limiting … View more
Know someone who's suffered from book withdrawal? Whangārei Central Library is now open for browsing the shelves and borrowing items 😀

There are entry conditions in place:
▪ Contact tracing registration
▪ 1 metre physical distancing
▪ Follow personal hygiene measures.
▪ Limiting your stay so everyone can have a turn.
▪ Please do not come to library if you are unwell.

The following services are closed:
Computers, print and photocopy, meeting rooms, genealogy services, events and the No.7 Espresso Cafe.

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1628 days ago

Look at these great Local Likes...

Neighbourly.co.nz

Hey Whangarei Pet & Aquarium Centre and FreshChoice in Ruakaka! Your neighbours really LIKE you! Check out these awesome shoutouts from your local community. Thanks for being such a special part of your community. Make a Local Like

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1629 days ago

Dinner takeaways - Filipino cuisine

Roxanne Manlangit from Nora's Lutong Bahay

Check out our menu... rice meals are available 11am-6pm.

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1628 days ago

Limes for sale

Graham from Hikurangi Coastal

Beautiful juicy spray free limes, $5 kg. Catch us this Saturday at the Farmer's Market in Whangarei.
Ruskroadlimes.com

Price: $5

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1629 days ago

WIN: A Resene makeover

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

Hey neighbours, thanks to everyone who nominated an essential worker to win one of three Resene prize packs, each including a Resene colour consultation, a $350 Resene voucher and the latest Resene fan decks.

The lucky winners are: Lee-Ann Hodgson, in Hunterville, Susannah Aho, in Auckland, and … View more
Hey neighbours, thanks to everyone who nominated an essential worker to win one of three Resene prize packs, each including a Resene colour consultation, a $350 Resene voucher and the latest Resene fan decks.

The lucky winners are: Lee-Ann Hodgson, in Hunterville, Susannah Aho, in Auckland, and Chad Birt, in Titahi Bay. Congratulations!

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1630 days ago

What do you think of the solvents stockpile at Marsden Point?

Denise Piper Reporter from Whangārei Leader

Authorities fear a Marsden Point site where about a million litres of toxic chemicals are stored could cause a "catastrophic" explosion or fire, with the potential to damage New Zealand's fuel pipeline. The site is to be urgently cleared of all hazardous substances but that may not … View moreAuthorities fear a Marsden Point site where about a million litres of toxic chemicals are stored could cause a "catastrophic" explosion or fire, with the potential to damage New Zealand's fuel pipeline. The site is to be urgently cleared of all hazardous substances but that may not be easy with many in unnamed and leaky containers. What do you think about the site and who should clean it up?

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1630 days ago

Poll: What do you think of CCTV on private homes?

Kylie Klein Nixon Reporter from Homed

I'm writing a story about CCTV security cameras on homes, what's the best system, how to install them, and whether or not they're a useful deterrent.
I wondered what you thought about private security cameras. Are they good for the neighbourhood? Or a sign troubled communities?
If … View more
I'm writing a story about CCTV security cameras on homes, what's the best system, how to install them, and whether or not they're a useful deterrent.
I wondered what you thought about private security cameras. Are they good for the neighbourhood? Or a sign troubled communities?
If you've got a strong opinion about them, drop me a line and let me know what you think.

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What do you think of CCTV on private homes?
  • 92.4% Yes, they're OK.
    92.4% Complete
  • 4.6% I'm not sure.
    4.6% Complete
  • 3% No, they're not OK.
    3% Complete
1959 votes
1630 days ago

Ryman pioneers certainty

Ryman’s Peace of Mind guarantees provide a little certainty in your retirement. Our affordable base weekly fee is fixed for life*, our deferred management fee is capped at 20 per cent, one of the lowest around, and villages provide independent living, assisted living and a full range of care … View moreRyman’s Peace of Mind guarantees provide a little certainty in your retirement. Our affordable base weekly fee is fixed for life*, our deferred management fee is capped at 20 per cent, one of the lowest around, and villages provide independent living, assisted living and a full range of care options. These are just some of the ways we’re pioneering a new way of living for a new retirement generation.

*Some conditions apply.

Visit our website to find the village that’s right for you.
Find out more

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1630 days ago

Couch for sale

Kasey from Kamo

Selling our couch, it’s a 3 seater plus 2 single chairs. Has a few stains but other than that it’s in good condition. $400 ono

Price: $400

1630 days ago

World Smoke Free Day

Natasha Judd from Cancer Society Northland

There are no restrictions on where smokes are sold, even though they kill two-thirds of people who smoke and are R18 products. Should smokes only be sold in R18 specialist tobacco shops?
Go to our poll here: www.facebook.com...

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1630 days ago

Maths in Daily Life

NumberWorks'nWords Whangarei

Have you heard your child say "Why do I ever need to know this?" Relating maths to real life can help your child understand the why!

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1630 days ago

Special offer for all adventurers...

The National Team from

We are offering an early bird special on our Jump to the Rescue registrations!

For a limited time only, sign up for just $35 and get that jump of a lifetime locked in this August.

Jump to the Rescue is our exciting fundraising event, perfect for adrenaline junkies looking to help a good cause! … View more
We are offering an early bird special on our Jump to the Rescue registrations!

For a limited time only, sign up for just $35 and get that jump of a lifetime locked in this August.

Jump to the Rescue is our exciting fundraising event, perfect for adrenaline junkies looking to help a good cause!

Join Team SPCA, you won’t regret it:

- Simply sign up at www.spca.nz...
- Share your fundraising page and ask family and friends to sponsor you
- Raise $775 and you will skydive for free!

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1631 days ago

Delayed Newpaper

Ashley from Rural West Whangarei

Is anyone else having late deliveries of their free newspaper? My Wednesday 20th May paper arrived on Monday 25th - the news is a little stale!

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