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Last days to vote! You need to drop your voting papers into the council before midday Saturday!
There are fears less than 40 per cent will vote if Northland's current low voter turnout continues. Have you voted yet? Will you be voting - why or why not?
Blue recycling bins for glass bottles and jars (clean, unbroken, any colour) will be rolled out in November. The red bin will remain, for steel and aluminium cans, and for plastics type 1 and 2 only. No other plastics, please, as they contaminate the recyclable plastics and make the whole bin go to… View moreBlue recycling bins for glass bottles and jars (clean, unbroken, any colour) will be rolled out in November. The red bin will remain, for steel and aluminium cans, and for plastics type 1 and 2 only. No other plastics, please, as they contaminate the recyclable plastics and make the whole bin go to landfill! Both bins will be collected on the same day of the week.
Let's get ready for this change, tell our neighbours, and keep an eye out for new information on WDC's Recycling web page over the next few weeks. "I didn't know" or "nobody told me" doesn't count!
Your cat will love this easy-to make contemporary cat tree. Paint in Resene testpots to complement your décor or accent it.
Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene.
Find out how to create this quick and easy project yourself
This boutique hotel offers a new owner the opportunity to combine a healthy and diverse lifestyle with an interesting and profitable business which naturally scales down during winter, allowing for a holiday.
Each of the five beautifully appointed suites has been subtly themed, providing … View moreThis boutique hotel offers a new owner the opportunity to combine a healthy and diverse lifestyle with an interesting and profitable business which naturally scales down during winter, allowing for a holiday.
Each of the five beautifully appointed suites has been subtly themed, providing individual charm as well as comfort. In the heart of the lodge is a spacious, recently renovated farmhouse kitchen enjoying garden and orchard views. A large woodburner with wetback heats the water for a series of radiators around the house, ensuring year-round warmth.
Organically managed, the four-hectare property provides the ability to live from the land with honey, fruit trees, berry patches, vegetable gardens, olives and grazing for sheep, cattle and horses. The small Chardonnay vineyard with a careful selection of clones produces a succulent house wine thoroughly enjoyed by guests from all around the world.
A range of useful ancillary sheds and buildings offers space for projects, hobbies, storage and accommodation for staff. Other facilities on the property include a petanque court, croquet lawn and small gymnasium overlooking the swimming pool.
This extraordinarily diverse and unique lifestyle is ideally located on State Highway One, less than a five-minute drive from central Blenheim and 15 minutes from numerous winery cellar doors, restaurants and the airport.
Offers from $2,500,000 plus GST (if any)
The mayor of Whangārei says it is a tragic day as hundreds gathered to watch firefighters battle a large blaze at the Town Hall.
Emergency services responded to a "well involved" fire at the Municipal Building, also known as the Town Hall, on Bank St just before 1pm today. Multiple … View moreThe mayor of Whangārei says it is a tragic day as hundreds gathered to watch firefighters battle a large blaze at the Town Hall.
Emergency services responded to a "well involved" fire at the Municipal Building, also known as the Town Hall, on Bank St just before 1pm today. Multiple fire engines had been sent to the blaze.
All people have been accounted for, and road closures are in place.
Looking for an outdoor activity to do with your family and friends? The Tuia Mātauranga GeoTour is a digital treasure hunt in local areas around Aotearoa NZ.
It’s on now, and if you’re keen on collectibles, there are badges and a limited edition GeoTour coin up for grabs. #TuiaMātauranga … View moreLooking for an outdoor activity to do with your family and friends? The Tuia Mātauranga GeoTour is a digital treasure hunt in local areas around Aotearoa NZ.
It’s on now, and if you’re keen on collectibles, there are badges and a limited edition GeoTour coin up for grabs. #TuiaMātauranga #Tuia250
What is it about Op shops that makes people so bold?
I love browsing in Op shops and if I'm in a new place and find an Op shop, you can guarantee I'm going to have a look. I've even been known to plan my holidays around visits to Op shops further down the country. There's … View moreWhat is it about Op shops that makes people so bold?
I love browsing in Op shops and if I'm in a new place and find an Op shop, you can guarantee I'm going to have a look. I've even been known to plan my holidays around visits to Op shops further down the country. There's something special about the feel when you find something to buy- could be about embracing recycling, being eco-friendly, finding something to match an already owned set or a walk in the past.
Whatever it is, I see something I love/need/want and if the price is right, I'm happy to support that organisation and make a purchase.
The thing I don't like much is the growing boldness of a few other customers.
Recently, I found a pretty plate in a local charity shop. As I continued to wander around, a complete stranger (another cstomer) confronted me.
She: What have you found? Let me have a look.
Me: It's just a pretty plate I like.
She: It might be valuable- let me look at the mark on the back of it.
At this stage, I turned and walked away. It wasn't anything valuable, just a pretty plate made by an English manufacturer...but what business was it of hers? If it had been a Ming dynasty charger (I'm sure that I would not recognise one if I fell over it, but it sounds flash) would she have wrestled it off me and claimed it as her own purchase/ rushed to the counter and told them to call a museum/ or loudly demand that they put the price up???!!!
Just last week I wandered into an Op shop in Thames. I found a carving I really liked, slightly damaged according to the sticker on it and at a price I was happy with, given the minor imperfections. I didn't really take a lot of notice of the older woman who entered the shop a few minutes after me.
After I had wandered all around the shop and finally to the counter to pay, I found myself standing directly behind the said woman as she was being served. I heard her say out loud "Now, where is she?" She scanned around the shop before finally turning away from the counter and realising there was someone behind her. " Oh, there you are" she said. ( I then realised she must have been stalking me all around the shop and had somehow 'lost' me).
" What have you got there? Let me see" she demanded. I told her it was just a carving that I liked and was going to purchase, without letting her examine it. I then paid for it and left the shop.
What is it about Op shops that lets people think it's ok to accost others and demand to see what they have chosen? Would they do this is in a gift shop/ Harvey Norman's/ any other shop? It's bad manners in my mind and if they get a terse reply (or no reply) to their demand to see what I have found, maybe they should learn from it.
Have others experienced this and how do you respond to being accosted?
It is quite normal for you to be taking frequent looks around your bedroom. In the process, have you ever felt that there is something special missing from this divine space at home?
The problem here is that it is so difficult for you to put your finger on exactly what that thing is that could … View moreIt is quite normal for you to be taking frequent looks around your bedroom. In the process, have you ever felt that there is something special missing from this divine space at home?
The problem here is that it is so difficult for you to put your finger on exactly what that thing is that could potentially add value to your bedroom. You need not panic though for when it comes to ensuring your bedroom is fitted with everything it should have such that it becomes the ideal place to unwind and relax in, we have all your bases covered.
Police are calling for witnesses to a home invasion on Whangārei's Maunu Road, near the intersection with State Highway 1, on Monday September 30.
A 30-year-old man has been arrested and charged with aggravated robbery, but the investigation is still ongoing, say Police.
If you have … View morePolice are calling for witnesses to a home invasion on Whangārei's Maunu Road, near the intersection with State Highway 1, on Monday September 30.
A 30-year-old man has been arrested and charged with aggravated robbery, but the investigation is still ongoing, say Police.
If you have information, please contact Police on 09 430 4500 or 0800 555 111.
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To be counted, all completed voting documents must be posted by Tuesday 8 October 2019.
Ballot Drop Off Points and Special Vote Casting
Polling places for the issuing of special voting documents and for the receiving of completed voting documents will be available from Friday 20 September 2019 to … View moreTo be counted, all completed voting documents must be posted by Tuesday 8 October 2019.
Ballot Drop Off Points and Special Vote Casting
Polling places for the issuing of special voting documents and for the receiving of completed voting documents will be available from Friday 20 September 2019 to noon Saturday 12 October 2019 at:
Customer Services, Forum North, Rust Avenue, Whangarei
Ruakaka Service Centre, 9 Takutai Place, Ruakaka
Whangarei District Mobile Library - Vote on the Library Bus
Opera North are holding a Variety Concert to help raise funds for Domain Lodge - accommodation for cancer patients – featuring young vocal and instrumental groups as well as Opera North
Tickets are available from Ticketek
Panchetta is a one year old Kunekune pig. She is ginger and has tassels and is really very friendly and easy going. $150 or near offer
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