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2126 days ago

Dog's dramatic rescue after six days at bottom of Northland cliff

Brittney Reporter from Stuff

Hey Neighbours,

Archer the huntaway-cross dog was missing in Bland Bay, Whagaruru North for six days before his dramatic and heroic rescue.

The 12-year-old pooch had been missing in dense bushland at Bland Bay, Whangaruru North for six days after falling off a cliff. But all it took was one … View more
Hey Neighbours,

Archer the huntaway-cross dog was missing in Bland Bay, Whagaruru North for six days before his dramatic and heroic rescue.

The 12-year-old pooch had been missing in dense bushland at Bland Bay, Whangaruru North for six days after falling off a cliff. But all it took was one faint, exhausted bark and the week-long search mission turned into a rescue on Thursday.

The Gray family's lifelong friend and neighbour didn't give up hope, scaling the steep, dangerous part of the cliff in search of Archer. A kayaker and a boat then went to retrieve the injured pup from the bottom of the cliff.

He's now home safe and sound, albeit a little injured after trying to climb up the rock.

To read more about Archer's rescue, click here.

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2126 days ago

Help us make wasps buzz off for good!

The Team from Wasp Wipeout

They ruin our outdoor activities, attack newly hatched birds, feed on native invertebrates, eat honeydew (a food source for our native birds and insects) and cause $130m of environmental damage a year! Every little bit counts and by contributing, you can make wasp-free regions a real possibility. … View moreThey ruin our outdoor activities, attack newly hatched birds, feed on native invertebrates, eat honeydew (a food source for our native birds and insects) and cause $130m of environmental damage a year! Every little bit counts and by contributing, you can make wasp-free regions a real possibility.

Find out a bit more about the wasps and how we plan to eradicate them by clicking here.
Donate now

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2130 days ago

Writing family stories before they're gone

Michael from Tikipunga

What could be more important than getting family history written and recorded? Here's how I help.

I'm Mike, a writing specialist based in Whangarei.

My favourite clients in 2018 were families who needed their elders' stories taped, typed and turned it into a book or website so the … View more
What could be more important than getting family history written and recorded? Here's how I help.

I'm Mike, a writing specialist based in Whangarei.

My favourite clients in 2018 were families who needed their elders' stories taped, typed and turned it into a book or website so the stories are never lost. I help with recording oral interviews so our elders voices and tales can be shared with the rest of the family.

Please sing out if you'd like some help writing your whanau stories, whether you need a quick hour of assistance or a big piece of ghostwriting taken care of.
-Mike

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2127 days ago

Salmon recalled due to listeria fears

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Two salmon products are being recalled because they may contain listeria.

The New Zealand King Salmon Co. Ltd has recalled a specific batch of its Southern Ocean brand New Zealand King Salmon Smoked Pieces and Regal Marlborough King Salmon brand Cold Smoked Salmon which may contain Listeria … View more
Two salmon products are being recalled because they may contain listeria.

The New Zealand King Salmon Co. Ltd has recalled a specific batch of its Southern Ocean brand New Zealand King Salmon Smoked Pieces and Regal Marlborough King Salmon brand Cold Smoked Salmon which may contain Listeria monocytogenes bacteria.

The affected batch is coded with M362D or M362N. The recall did not apply to any other Regal Marlborough or Southern Ocean brand products.

Consumers are being asked to check batch numbers and not consume the affected salmon, which was sold 200g and 500g vacuum packs.

The recall was a precautionary measure after test results for a single sample in the affected batch suggested it contained listeria. Read more here.

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2127 days ago

Whangarei Heads Arts Trail

Sheila Blackburn from Whangarei Heads Arts Trail

We have a great line up for our Easter Arts Trail. With 14 NEW local members 5 new guests and 50 exhibitors over all it should be amazing. Remember to tell your friends and invite family to stay. If anyone is interested in providing services for the event (food, drink, busking, entertainment) … View moreWe have a great line up for our Easter Arts Trail. With 14 NEW local members 5 new guests and 50 exhibitors over all it should be amazing. Remember to tell your friends and invite family to stay. If anyone is interested in providing services for the event (food, drink, busking, entertainment) please get in touch with Sheila on wh.artstrail@yahoo.com

2127 days ago

Tegel Summer Series: Rosemary & Garlic Stuffed Chicken

Tegel

Make Tegel's Rosemary & Garlic Boneless Stuffed Chicken your Summer roast. Served with a delicious Parsnip & Pea Mash and drizzled with a Rosemary Balsamic Glaze, your guests will love this modern twist on a family classic.

Plus our boneless chicken roasts are designed with … View more
Make Tegel's Rosemary & Garlic Boneless Stuffed Chicken your Summer roast. Served with a delicious Parsnip & Pea Mash and drizzled with a Rosemary Balsamic Glaze, your guests will love this modern twist on a family classic.

Plus our boneless chicken roasts are designed with convenience in mind; they're in a ready-to-cook tray. Simply peel back the lid, put it in the oven and get back to that game of backyard cricket.
Get the recipe

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2127 days ago

If you eat them all yourself - we won't tell anyone! 🙊🍌

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

To help you beat the heat this summer we've come up with this simple and tasty NSNZ-inspired recipe for you to share with neighbours, family, and friends.

#NSNZhealthandwellness

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2129 days ago

Accessible powerpoints for disabled

Glen from Central Whangarei

Sent to WDC

This is a request from DPA Northland for WDC to please consider

Accessibility for battery-powered mobility devises in Whangarei. The issue of having powerpoints located around the city and available for the purpose of charging mobility scooters or electric wheelchairs or mobility … View more
Sent to WDC

This is a request from DPA Northland for WDC to please consider

Accessibility for battery-powered mobility devises in Whangarei. The issue of having powerpoints located around the city and available for the purpose of charging mobility scooters or electric wheelchairs or mobility equipment, an example would be the Hatea Loop which is lighted so power is available. Public power points could be installed at these locations

1# Canopy Bridge

2# Parking Te Matau A Pohe

3# Pohe Island BMX track opposite Weka and Wave

4# Weka and Wave

5# Whangarei Dog Park

6# Onerahi end of Hatea Loop walkway

These would have to be labelled with a recognisable wheelchair only symbol and clear rules.

We would like Whangarei to be an example of accessibility in a New Zealand city. I suspect the cost-benefit ratio of such an idea would be huge, the worry some disabled go through thinking will the battery get them home. I have twice come across wheelchair users on the Hatea loop that has run out of battery, Ideally, these powerpoints would be installed across the city. The Hatea loop is very popular for mobility devise users, just five powerpoints would cover this large area. The cost for WDC installing these would be minimal the benefits would be beneficial to many people, I believe WDC would quickly find these popular.

Glen McMillan
Chairman
DPA Northland

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2129 days ago

Children's Day is Sunday 3 March 2019!

The Team from Children's Day

Put tamariki first and celebrate by hosting an event for the tamariki and whānau in your neighbourhood. It can be anything, big or small! Register your event on the Children's Day website www.childrensday.org.nz... www.youtube.com...

2129 days ago

Have you checked your NCEA results yet?

Paul Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours, It's the big day for Kiwi students - NCEA results are in!

Already more than 50,000 students have eagerly gone online to see how they fared. To read more, click here.

So students (and parents) - and be honest - are you happy with your results? Do you now wish you'd … View more
Hi neighbours, It's the big day for Kiwi students - NCEA results are in!

Already more than 50,000 students have eagerly gone online to see how they fared. To read more, click here.

So students (and parents) - and be honest - are you happy with your results? Do you now wish you'd studied more or are you stoked your hard work has paid off?

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2131 days ago

Sewing Machine Lessons

Chris from Maunu

Does anyone know of anybody that offers sewing machine lessons for beginners? Our 10 year old Granddaughter has a brand new machine and is itching to go! She lives in Onerahi, but someone local would be great too. Thank You.

2131 days ago

Make the most of the holidays and get decorating and $ave with Resene!

Resene

Now’s a great time to get decorating! Save on Resene premium paint, stains, primers, sealers, wallpaper, decorating accessories and cleaning products! Get the GST value taken off the price.

PLUS if you are a Resene DIY Cardholder you can get an extra 5% off! That’s 20% OFF for Resene … View more
Now’s a great time to get decorating! Save on Resene premium paint, stains, primers, sealers, wallpaper, decorating accessories and cleaning products! Get the GST value taken off the price.

PLUS if you are a Resene DIY Cardholder you can get an extra 5% off! That’s 20% OFF for Resene Cardholders!

If you don’t have a card, sign up free online, www.resene.co.nz/diycard or while you are at your local Resene ColorShop.

And if you need help choosing your paints, wood stains, colours or wallpapers, your local Resene ColorShop staff can help you with all the advice and inspiration you need!
Find out more!

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2132 days ago

HiLine Hens Laying

Kerry from Glenbervie

Hi. These hens are in lay, they free range but they have no respect for our yard fence. One or two keep finding a way to get in and pooh by the house- so that's it! Out they go @ $5 each.

Price: $5

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2138 days ago

Flatmate/house sitting person needed + part time job opportunity.

Fiona from Rural West Whangarei

Preferably female in her late 50’s due to some in house cleaning job required. This is for long term. P.M. me for further details if you know anyone suits. Thanks.

2134 days ago

Food market

Tunney from Central Whangarei

On another note: what happened to the food market that used to be on the bridge every 2nd Friday?

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