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1744 days ago

Poll: What will combat obesity in Northland?

Denise Piper Reporter from Whangārei Leader

Nearly three-quarters of Northland adults are either overweight or obese and Northland District Health Board wants to change this. Its Healthy Food Environments policy includes advocating for www.stuff.co.nz... |plain packaging on chips and snacks and other measures. What do you think will work?

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What will combat obesity in Northland?
  • 1% Plain packaging on chips, lollies and snacks
    1% Complete
  • 13.4% A levy on sugary drinks
    13.4% Complete
  • 3.1% Banning unhealthy food advertising to children
    3.1% Complete
  • 47.4% Cheaper fruit and veges
    47.4% Complete
  • 27.8% Free exercise and training programmes
    27.8% Complete
  • 7.2% Other (please explain in comments below)
    7.2% Complete
97 votes
1742 days ago

AA Badge

Chris and Ellen from Rural West Whangarei

Hi,
Does any one have an old motoring AA badge for the front of the car. I am looking for the round one with yellow back ground.
My email chrisdrenon@gmail.com
Thanks.

1736 days ago

Sockets and spanners

Mary from Tikipunga

Sockets and spanners
Negotiable

Negotiable

1736 days ago

Sockets, spanners, galvanised bolts

Mary from Tikipunga

Sockets, spanners and galvanised bolts
All negotiable

Negotiable

1736 days ago

2 x chainsaws and a hedge trimmer.

Mary from Tikipunga

Chainsaw Mc Culloch Model CS38 , Petrol
Chainsaw Oleo- Mac E1900, Electric
Hedge trimmer Black and Decker 420w Electric
All negotiable.

Negotiable

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1736 days ago

SuperSeniors Newsletter February 2020

Office for Seniors

Hi Neighbours!

The first edition of the SuperSeniors newsletter for the year is out now and it is packed full of useful information!

In this issue we share a bit more about us, the Office for Seniors, what we do and how we help older people across New Zealand.

There is a story on money … View more
Hi Neighbours!

The first edition of the SuperSeniors newsletter for the year is out now and it is packed full of useful information!

In this issue we share a bit more about us, the Office for Seniors, what we do and how we help older people across New Zealand.

There is a story on money mules, what they are and what to do if you unintentionally become one.

We also have handy tips on staying fit and healthy with stories on Senior Chef cooking classes and chair yoga.

Make sure to read and share it!

To subscribe, to the newsletter follow this link: bit.ly...
To view the current edition go to: bit.ly...

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1736 days ago

Who are the business heroes 
in your neighbourhood?

Prospa

Small businesses are the 'glue' in our communities – they keep us all together. When they thrive we all thrive.

Do you know a local business that needs recognition? Nominate them for Prospa Local Business Hero – and you could both win some great prizes.

Every nomination … View more
Small businesses are the 'glue' in our communities – they keep us all together. When they thrive we all thrive.

Do you know a local business that needs recognition? Nominate them for Prospa Local Business Hero – and you could both win some great prizes.

Every nomination receives a free 3-month premium listing on Neighbourly. The 11 Regional finalists get a $100 Prezzy® card for the business (and one for the nominator too). The National winner receives $2,500 Prezzy® card from Prospa, a $5,000 Stuff advertising package and a $2,500 Neighbourly package.

Nominate a business today and spread the word about your Prospa Local Business Hero.
Nominate now

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1738 days ago

Piano wanted

Nikki from Maunu

Hello,
I'm looking for a piano for my 5 & 6 year old sons, we were gifted a wonderful starter piano a year ago in Brisbane before we brought our boys back home for the kiwi upbringing we enjoyed some years ago.
If anyone has an unwanted piano in need of a valued and loving home please get… View more
Hello,
I'm looking for a piano for my 5 & 6 year old sons, we were gifted a wonderful starter piano a year ago in Brisbane before we brought our boys back home for the kiwi upbringing we enjoyed some years ago.
If anyone has an unwanted piano in need of a valued and loving home please get in touch our boys will be delighted.
Thank you kindly,
Nikki Baigent

Price: $0.19

1737 days ago

Really cheap power tools.

Mary from Tikipunga

Really wanting to get rid of these tools. Too good to throw away. Negotiable.

Negotiable

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1737 days ago

Northland Pasifika Fusion Festival 2020

Kristi Neighbourly Lead from Tikipunga

Please share

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1743 days ago

Parking Simplified in the CBD

Online Content Publisher from Whangarei District Council

Changes are coming for inner city parking at the end of this month.

More than 15 Parking Zones will be simplified down to just 3, and new mPark signs will be installed to make it easier to tell what Zone you are in.

The new Zones:

▷ Zone One: $2 an hour, P180 restriction.
Currently the central… View more
Changes are coming for inner city parking at the end of this month.

More than 15 Parking Zones will be simplified down to just 3, and new mPark signs will be installed to make it easier to tell what Zone you are in.

The new Zones:

▷ Zone One: $2 an hour, P180 restriction.
Currently the central inner city is a mix of $2.50, $2 and $1 an hour with a P180 restriction.

▷ Zone Two: $1 per hour, P180 restriction.
This area is currently a mix of $1, 60c, 50c, 40c and time restricted only

▷ Zone Three – $2 per day, all-day commuter carparks.
Water Street and Vinery Lane Car Park charges will drop to $2 per day, the same price as the Hatea Drive commuter car park.

There will be no changes to Town Basin parking, mobility parking, motorcycle parking, clearways and loading zones will remain unchanged.

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1737 days ago

Thinking of living in a retirement village?

The Team from

The Commission for Financial Capability (CFFC) is running a free seminar in Whangarei on Wednesday, March 4, about the financial implications of moving into a retirement village, with support from the Retirement Villages Association and experienced legal practitioners.

Speakers from the CFFC, … View more
The Commission for Financial Capability (CFFC) is running a free seminar in Whangarei on Wednesday, March 4, about the financial implications of moving into a retirement village, with support from the Retirement Villages Association and experienced legal practitioners.

Speakers from the CFFC, Retirement Village Association and the legal profession (if available), will discuss types of retirement villages, the costs of moving into and living in them, and how they operate. The seminar will also explain some important residents' rights and where you can find out more information.

The seminar is 90 minutes long and will include question and answer time.

Tea, coffee and light refreshments are provided.

Places are limited and while attendance is free, please register to reserve a seat.

Register by clicking the link below:

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1738 days ago

Do you know anyone impacted by the Carter Holt Harvey mill closure?

Denise Piper Reporter from Whangārei Leader

Carter Holt Harvey has today confirmed it will close its Whangārei mill, with the loss of 111 jobs. Do you know anyone affected? Have they been able to find other work?

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1738 days ago

Warning after 100 preventable fires are lit

Melanie Earley Reporter from Whangārei Leader

Hi neighbours, fire crews have been out "almost constantly" extinguishing preventable blazes, despite a total fire ban being in place for Northland.

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