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This year, The Warehouse and Variety – the Children's Charity, have teamed up to bring the joy of Christmas to families who would otherwise go without. Every child deserves to be happy on Christmas day, but for many New Zealand families, stretching the budget to buy gifts and share a special… View moreThis year, The Warehouse and Variety – the Children's Charity, have teamed up to bring the joy of Christmas to families who would otherwise go without. Every child deserves to be happy on Christmas day, but for many New Zealand families, stretching the budget to buy gifts and share a special family meal is out of reach.
Instore you can purchase a $10 voucher, which will gift a toy from sponsors Hasbro or Mattel to the value of $25, or you can purchase a gift and leave in the donation boxes provided.
Head in-store to share the Christmas joy.
First in, gets the chairs, pick up from Anglican Care Centre, cnr Mill Rd & Deveron St
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I love Cherimoyas, anyone have or growing some they would like to sell?
Please email me, Matti on mattip@xtra.co.nz
With the significant increase in Group W meningococcal disease in Northland the public are urged to boost their knowledge of the meningococcal disease to ensure those with possible symptoms seek swift medical attention.
“This MenW strain is associated with high mortality rates and can affect … View moreWith the significant increase in Group W meningococcal disease in Northland the public are urged to boost their knowledge of the meningococcal disease to ensure those with possible symptoms seek swift medical attention.
“This MenW strain is associated with high mortality rates and can affect all age groups.
Northland has been the worst affected, with seven cases so far this year, sadly including three deaths,” said Medical Officer of Health Dr José M Ortega.
“It can be difficult to diagnose because it can look like other illnesses. It spreads through close intimate contact with other people. Those who live and sleep in the same house as someone with Meningococcal disease are most at risk.”
“The key message is "if your child or family member is sick take them to the doctor".
Meningococcal disease can progress very quickly and may initially appear as a flu-like illness.
If you notice any of the symptoms or have any other concerns, contact your doctor without delay – or call Healthline free on 0800 611 116 at any hour of the day or night, even if you have already been seen by a health professional.
Last Friday, WDC accepted a revised policy that will see more public spaces in the district become smoke-free. This will include public spaces in the city centre by the end of 2019 and all public spaces owned by WDC by May 2020. All beaches will be promoted as smoke-free by 2020. The policy … View moreLast Friday, WDC accepted a revised policy that will see more public spaces in the district become smoke-free. This will include public spaces in the city centre by the end of 2019 and all public spaces owned by WDC by May 2020. All beaches will be promoted as smoke-free by 2020. The policy includes vape -free. The policy is not aimed at punishing people that smoke just asking them not to smoke in particular areas.
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Hello again! Sam and Cissy here, your Neighbours Day Aotearoa coordinators. It's been an amazing couple of weeks, as we gear up for our Neighbours of New Zealand Road Trip. Thank you so much to everyone who dropped us a line, sent a message, or commented on facebook - we so appreciate it! We … View moreHello again! Sam and Cissy here, your Neighbours Day Aotearoa coordinators. It's been an amazing couple of weeks, as we gear up for our Neighbours of New Zealand Road Trip. Thank you so much to everyone who dropped us a line, sent a message, or commented on facebook - we so appreciate it! We were absolutely inundated with offers - and we're SO SORRY if we've missed anyone, or haven't gotten back to you - please get in touch again - email me - sam@neighboursday.org.nz.
Road Trip Itinerary - neighboursday.org.nz...
We're hitting the road in the lead up to our 10th celebration of Neighbours Day Aotearoa. As we drive across the country we’ll be running workshops and reaching out to meet people who are working to create great neighbourhoods across New Zealand. These interactive workshops are for anyone planning a Neighbours Day Event, or supporting other people.
Come along, share ideas, and get the support you need to put on a great Neighbours Day Aotearoa event!
Check out our Road Trip page for a list of our confirmed destinations and scheduled workshops, be sure to check back soon as we confirm further workshops. Also! Don't forget to follow us on Facebook to follow our facebook live updates as we hit the road!
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Hi neighbours,
Is it time to ban the private sale of fireworks in favour of public displays only? Or is Guy Fawkes just a bit of flammable fun?
Would you like to see tighter restrictions on fireworks or are you a sparkler fiend who sees no problem with celebrating safely at home?
We want to know… View moreHi neighbours,
Is it time to ban the private sale of fireworks in favour of public displays only? Or is Guy Fawkes just a bit of flammable fun?
Would you like to see tighter restrictions on fireworks or are you a sparkler fiend who sees no problem with celebrating safely at home?
We want to know your opinion on the debate. To share your views in Stuff Nation, click here.
A robber wielding a stripped green stick and wearing a pink sock on his right hand along with another with a knife threatened staff and stole cigarettes from a Northland service station.
Whangārei police have released photos of the heavily disguised duo who robbed the GAS station on Paramount … View moreA robber wielding a stripped green stick and wearing a pink sock on his right hand along with another with a knife threatened staff and stole cigarettes from a Northland service station.
Whangārei police have released photos of the heavily disguised duo who robbed the GAS station on Paramount Parade in Tikipunga about 8.25pm last Thursday.
Police are appealing to anyone who may have been offered cheap tobacco products over the last few days or know anything about the aggravated robbery to come forward.
If you can help police with any of these investigations, call Whangārei station on 09 430 4500 or call anonymously via Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.
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I am getting a lot of junk mail coming via neighbourly link. I do not like this as a lot of it is asking you to complete marketing surveys for other companies with the lure of "winning" something. I would like to know how to stop this.
New Zealanders are embracing the reusable bag ahead of a plastic bag ban, but they could be carrying something else around – bacteria.
ACT leader David Seymour says 20 people could die each year using reusable bags.
"It's coming up to summer and people will be in a hot car with … View moreNew Zealanders are embracing the reusable bag ahead of a plastic bag ban, but they could be carrying something else around – bacteria.
ACT leader David Seymour says 20 people could die each year using reusable bags.
"It's coming up to summer and people will be in a hot car with their chicken in a canvas bag ... and suddenly, you've got a real serious case for poor food hygiene."
Food safety expert Steve Flint said it was a valid concern. Read more here
Preparations are getting underway for Arts Trail 2019.
We would love to hear from any artists who are interested in taking part in our event. If you live on Whangarei Heads you are eligable for full membership, if not you can apply for one of our limited guest places. We welcome high quality work… View morePreparations are getting underway for Arts Trail 2019.
We would love to hear from any artists who are interested in taking part in our event. If you live on Whangarei Heads you are eligable for full membership, if not you can apply for one of our limited guest places. We welcome high quality work from all genre. Please drop a line to wh.artstrail@yahoo.com for more information. Please dont delay. Entry deadline is mid December.
We desperately need tree stumps for attendees at our nature based conference (The Natural Phenomena) to sit on. PM me if you know of any we could have or buy..
Big Boy is a lovely ginger and white 10 year old cat. He is affectionate, housetrained, neutered and enjoys dry cat food. Due to unforeseen circumstances we cannot keep him. He would prefer a home without other cats or dogs. Ph 02102646167
The Parua Bay Farmers Market is back for another season. The first market is on Sunday 4th of November from 2-4 PM at the Parua Bay Community Centre. We will be selling fresh locally grown fruit and veg, and breads, sausages and bacon. New to the market is locally grown avocados and ginger. Artwork… View moreThe Parua Bay Farmers Market is back for another season. The first market is on Sunday 4th of November from 2-4 PM at the Parua Bay Community Centre. We will be selling fresh locally grown fruit and veg, and breads, sausages and bacon. New to the market is locally grown avocados and ginger. Artwork by Gaynor Nairn, featured in the Whangarei Heads Art Trail, will be on display and for sale.
For local Whangarei Heads residents opposed to high density housing in Parua Bay, come and sign a petition that instead proposes sustainable, planned housing that preserves the character of the Whangarei Heads area. The petition will be at the Parua Bay Farmers Market on Sunday, 4th November from … View moreFor local Whangarei Heads residents opposed to high density housing in Parua Bay, come and sign a petition that instead proposes sustainable, planned housing that preserves the character of the Whangarei Heads area. The petition will be at the Parua Bay Farmers Market on Sunday, 4th November from 2-4 PM at the Parua Bay Community Centre. If you can't make it, but would like to sign the petition, there are forms at the New Day Cafe in the village. Make your voice heard to the WDC!
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