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2-for-1 contemporary glass coffee tables. Danske Mobler, Katrine. Unwanted purchase, as we moved/downsized shortly after we bought them. Brand new. Still in original boxes. Unopened. Make an offer.
It’s NZ House & Garden’s 30th birthday, and to celebrate they’ve put together a great offer that’ll light up your home. Purchase or gift a 1 or 2-year subscription to NZ House & Garden and receive a Living Light luxury soy candle worth $56.90 for FREE*.
Enjoy inspirational home … View moreIt’s NZ House & Garden’s 30th birthday, and to celebrate they’ve put together a great offer that’ll light up your home. Purchase or gift a 1 or 2-year subscription to NZ House & Garden and receive a Living Light luxury soy candle worth $56.90 for FREE*.
Enjoy inspirational home & garden content, convenient monthly home delivery, exclusive subscriber-only discounts, up to 27% off retail, and a Living Light luxury soy candle worth $56.90 when you become part of the NZ House & Garden community. *T&Cs apply.
Today's edition of the Whangārei Leader is its last. We've been proud publishers of the "Council News" section for decades and we're sad to see this era come to an end.
We don't want anyone to miss out on the "need to know" so we're encouraging … View moreToday's edition of the Whangārei Leader is its last. We've been proud publishers of the "Council News" section for decades and we're sad to see this era come to an end.
We don't want anyone to miss out on the "need to know" so we're encouraging readers to sign up to our fortnightly email newsletter, What's New Whangārei: www.wdc.govt.nz...
Times have changed and perhaps so has our societal rules around taking off hats when indoors. What are your thoughts?
Delve back into that garage or wardrobe! It's time to sell your gently-loved goods at The Neighbourly Winter (online!) Garage Sale
On Saturday 6th July, members will be online checking out the goods on offer so it's a great time to get rid of your winter clutter.
Maybe it's … View moreDelve back into that garage or wardrobe! It's time to sell your gently-loved goods at The Neighbourly Winter (online!) Garage Sale
On Saturday 6th July, members will be online checking out the goods on offer so it's a great time to get rid of your winter clutter.
Maybe it's time to realise that you're never going to use that snowboard or ski jacket, and that you really do have one too many heaters. Whatever it is, take a picture and put it on Neighbourly for locals to see.
Sign up to our email newsletter by 31 July 2024 and go in the draw to win one of two $100 Prezzy cards 🥳
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These items have been recalled this month. If you have one of these items at home, click on the title to see the details to ensure it is not a risk to your household.
Food recalls:
Hubbards brand BeMighty granola blueberry & seeds
Leslies Clover chips bbq flavour
… View moreThese items have been recalled this month. If you have one of these items at home, click on the title to see the details to ensure it is not a risk to your household.
Food recalls:
Hubbards brand BeMighty granola blueberry & seeds
Leslies Clover chips bbq flavour
Sabres fresh & frozen ready meals
Pams plant based creamy tomato pasta bake
Product recalls:
Farmers brand girls jockey singlet
Vitamix container and blade bases
Crocs Jibbitz
Digital Notepads
City Beach novelty light
LED strip light
Hansa Chipper
Kawasaki Spartan mower
We hope this message was helpful in keeping you and your family safe.
Every Wednesday in July
10am - 2pm
Join us at Jane Mander Village any Wednesday in July and experience why the Ryman lifestyle could be for you.
Learn about our living and care options, tour our show homes and discover the wonderful amenities on offer.
Drop by anytime between 10am - 2pm, … View moreEvery Wednesday in July
10am - 2pm
Join us at Jane Mander Village any Wednesday in July and experience why the Ryman lifestyle could be for you.
Learn about our living and care options, tour our show homes and discover the wonderful amenities on offer.
Drop by anytime between 10am - 2pm, morning tea will be available from 10am. We look forward to seeing you there.
Hi everyone... rehearsals for Little Women (The Musical) are underway. Also we are making plans to host events for The Fringe so keep an eye on the media for more information.
Posted here also is our latest bi-monthly newsletter... next on in August
Did you know about the Continence Service for Te Tai Tokerau?
Its more Have a talk to your Doctor and get a referral.
Check out the website on the link.
Link: www.healthpoint.co.nz...
Good People
On Thursday the 4th July at 6pm, WFS will be screening the comedy from Argentina, Let the dance begin.
Our 8pm screening is the hilarious British comedy/mystery starring Olivia Coleman, Wicked Little Letters.
LET THE DANCE BEGIN
Argentina (Subtitles), 2023, 99 mins … View moreGood People
On Thursday the 4th July at 6pm, WFS will be screening the comedy from Argentina, Let the dance begin.
Our 8pm screening is the hilarious British comedy/mystery starring Olivia Coleman, Wicked Little Letters.
LET THE DANCE BEGIN
Argentina (Subtitles), 2023, 99 mins Comedy/Drama, R13 (Offensive language)
Cast: Santiago Caranza, Darío Grandinetti, Jorge Marrale.
Some 30 years ago, Carlos and Margarita were the most famous tango couple in the world.
Carlos is now retired and has moved to Spain, while Margarita remains in her home in Buenos Aires, immersed in a life of solitude.
A major event compels the couple to reunite and begin a journey across Argentina with their long-time friend Pichuquito. It's a road-trip which will see the three of them relive memories, reveal long held secrets and their true desires.
A gem of a film. The music and the scenery provide the foundations in equal measure and the actors are delightful. - IMDB
Showing at Forum North, 7 Rust Ave Whangarei
on Thursday 4th July at 6pm and Thursday 11th July at 8pm
View the trailer at: www.youtube.com...
Tickets: Door sales only. $10 WFS members. $15 Non members.
All welcome. Cash only please – no Eftpos available.
Like us on Facebook or visit our website whangareifilmsociety.org and sign up for our free weekly email for information on the rest of our films and screening dates for 2024.
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We're very glad to report that Wilson's Dam (Bream Bay) is completely full, and Whau Valley Dam (Whangārei and surrounds) is 80% full. It's the result of a pretty rainy June, and locals' efforts to save water over the last couple of months.
Since we're safely back in … View moreWe're very glad to report that Wilson's Dam (Bream Bay) is completely full, and Whau Valley Dam (Whangārei and surrounds) is 80% full. It's the result of a pretty rainy June, and locals' efforts to save water over the last couple of months.
Since we're safely back in the "normal" zone for water storage, normal levels of water conservation are also appropriate.
You can get up to date information about this topic on our Dam levels webpage.
Tena koutou,
Thank you to everyone that joined and participated for our 2024 Matariki Community Events at Reyburn House. Thank you to all our volunteers, Northland Society of Arts (NSA) supporters, Reyburn House staff, Matariki Artists, sponsors and community. Also to our hardworking Reyburn … View moreTena koutou,
Thank you to everyone that joined and participated for our 2024 Matariki Community Events at Reyburn House. Thank you to all our volunteers, Northland Society of Arts (NSA) supporters, Reyburn House staff, Matariki Artists, sponsors and community. Also to our hardworking Reyburn House Manager Rebecca Cunliffe a big thank you.
This is a friendly reminder that the Matariki Colouring Competition closes Friday 28th June 2024.
Link: www.reyburnhouse.co.nz...
For those of you who would like to know more or do not know a great deal about Matariki:
The Matariki celebration is essentially based around 3 major principles,
1: Remembrance – Honouring those we have lost since the last rising of Matariki
2: Celebrating the present – Gathering together to give thanks for what we have
3: Looking to the future – Looking forward to the promise of a New Year
Remembrance: The re-appearance of Matariki in the morning sky during mid-winter coincided with a traditional ceremony called ‘whāngai i te hautapu.’ During this ceremony food was cooked and offered to the different stars of Matariki while karakia (incantations) were conducted. The first part of this ceremony was dedicated to the dead of the year, honouring those who had died since the last rising of Matariki. The names of the dead were called out during the ceremony and people would weep for their loved ones. One traditional belief states that Matariki carries the dead of the year across the night sky, and upon the return of Matariki in the winter sky, the star cluster is released from its burden. When the names of the deceased were called out, Māori believed the spirits of the dead became stars in the sky. This process also helped to release the emotional burdens and cultural responsibilities Māori had with the dead.
Celebrating the present: Following on from the formal ‘whāngai i te hautapu’ ceremony, Matariki was a period of celebration and festivities. Communities and whānau would gather together to give thanks for all the blessings of the past year, and to reconnect with each other. Mid-winter was a time of rest and relaxation for Māori. The food storage pits and houses were full, and the busy harvest season was over. Food and feasting was a central element in Matariki, and people came together to share the fruits of the harvest. Other forms of celebration included music, dance, art and spending time with one another.
Looking to the future: Matariki was a time where communities and whānau would come together to plan for the impending season. They discussed at length their hopes and desires, concerns and fears and they decided upon how they would approach various activities in the New Year. It was a time of learning, sharing, discussion and decision making. One of the key points of discussion during Matariki was the environment, especially the health of the environment. Māori understood that their lives depended on them maintaining a strong connection to the physical world and caring for nature.
Values
There are a number of key values that were associated with Matariki and the Māori New Year celebrations.
There values are;
Aroha – Love and respect for one another
Whakamaumaharatanga – Remembrance
Kotahitanga – Unity
Manaakitanga – Caring
Tohatoha – Sharing
Mana Taiao – Environmental awareness
Kaihaukai – Feasting
Wānanga – Discussion
Noho tahi – Coming together
Ngākau Atawhai – Kindness
Whakanui – Celebrations
Tuakiritanga – Identity
It might not be making quite so many headlines these days, but unfortunately, Covid is still here. If you’re 65 or over, taking care of yourself is just as important as ever.
The good news is, keeping up to date with the Covid vaccine can help protect you from serious illness. It’s free. And… View moreIt might not be making quite so many headlines these days, but unfortunately, Covid is still here. If you’re 65 or over, taking care of yourself is just as important as ever.
The good news is, keeping up to date with the Covid vaccine can help protect you from serious illness. It’s free. And recommended for you and many others as long as you haven’t had the vaccine, or Covid, in the last 6 months.
To book your vaccination, or talk to your healthcare provider.
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