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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!
I am looking for a couple of cubic metres of fill to use for landscaping. If I can get my 2wd ute close I will be interested.
Can someone tell me when the next drumming session is being held out at the Glenbervie hall please It’s a Wednesday nite but unsure of which week in the month and time thanks
Hi neighbours! Make the perfect pet bed for your furry friend that works with your décor. It's easy to make a handmade rope basket using touches of your favourite Resene colours with Resene testpots. Choose colours to suit your room’s colour scheme and match with your furry best friend! … View moreHi neighbours! Make the perfect pet bed for your furry friend that works with your décor. It's easy to make a handmade rope basket using touches of your favourite Resene colours with Resene testpots. Choose colours to suit your room’s colour scheme and match with your furry best friend! Make the most of your weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how to create this quick and easy project yourself.
Hey Northland!
Subway® is celebrating World Sandwich Day today and we're helping feed the hungry in our community! Last year, we donated over 90,000 meals to KiwiHarvest. With your help, we can feed even more this year. So, join the Subway® Live Feed and head to your local participating … View moreHey Northland!
Subway® is celebrating World Sandwich Day today and we're helping feed the hungry in our community! Last year, we donated over 90,000 meals to KiwiHarvest. With your help, we can feed even more this year. So, join the Subway® Live Feed and head to your local participating Subway® in Northland. Buy a Sub. Get one FREE. AND Subway® will donate a meal to charity. Because everyone deserves a good feed.
Hey neighbours,
The royal tour is underway, and the Duke and Duchess will be covering quite a bit of ground across the country in the next few days.
Are you planning to line up and see Harry and Meghan? Perhaps you already spotted them during their first couple of outings in Wellington, or … View moreHey neighbours,
The royal tour is underway, and the Duke and Duchess will be covering quite a bit of ground across the country in the next few days.
Are you planning to line up and see Harry and Meghan? Perhaps you already spotted them during their first couple of outings in Wellington, or even managed to have a chat?
To find out when and where you need to be to have the best chance of seeing Harry and Meghan, click here for our detailed tour breakdown.
For the latest on the royals' visit, click here.
Share your thoughts on the royal tour and your plans for meeting our special visitors in the replies below. (Please add "NFP/not for print" if you do not want your images/ comments used on Stuff)
Creating safer communities means ensuring that no one lives in fear of harm on the streets or in their own home.
For the month of November, we want to raise awareness for all forms including family harm, elder and child abuse, sexual assault, gang violence, and more.
Perhaps sign-up to … View moreCreating safer communities means ensuring that no one lives in fear of harm on the streets or in their own home.
For the month of November, we want to raise awareness for all forms including family harm, elder and child abuse, sexual assault, gang violence, and more.
Perhaps sign-up to volunteer at a women’s refuge this month or work with the Police in your area to host an info night on how to identify elder abuse in your community.
Share your photos and experiences with us on social media or send us an email so we can see what you got up to!
#NSNZviolenceawareness
Hey Northland - check out our new Gardening Groups - for all Northland gardeners! This is just the ‘plot’ to connect you with other green-thumbed Neighbourly members across the whole region.
Share seeds, plants or excess crops, find out what you need to plant and sow in Spring, and pass on … View moreHey Northland - check out our new Gardening Groups - for all Northland gardeners! This is just the ‘plot’ to connect you with other green-thumbed Neighbourly members across the whole region.
Share seeds, plants or excess crops, find out what you need to plant and sow in Spring, and pass on gardening tips that have worked for you. You can seek expert advice from experienced gardeners in your area or share your own gardening expertise.
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