Kensington, Whangarei

Post a photo of something bright & local!

Post a photo of something bright & local!

Colourful letterboxes, beautiful sunrises or gardens - Share your snaps here and be in to win $250 Prezzy® cards, $250 Resene and $50 ColourShop gift cards.

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265 days ago

Otaika Valley Community Hall Summer Market

Katriona from South Whangarei

We have local produce, arts and crafts, natural soaps and skin care, Black Stag Deli, Little Foodie, Mr Bigs coffee, crockery towers, Hillside Olives olive oil, jewellery, plants, Penney’s Puku food truck, pony rides, live music and much much more.

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266 days ago

"Waka Kotahi" spoof scams

Peter from Kamo

In the last 2-3 weeks I have observed many attempts to fool me into handing over money by pretending to be sending me reminders and warnings from Waka Kotahi.
One even said "you have received this message because you have signed up to receive reminders from us".
BEWARE- if the sender … View more
In the last 2-3 weeks I have observed many attempts to fool me into handing over money by pretending to be sending me reminders and warnings from Waka Kotahi.
One even said "you have received this message because you have signed up to receive reminders from us".
BEWARE- if the sender email address is not from *.govt.nz, but comes from Brasil or Romania or India - better not trust those [deleted].

266 days ago

Storage Ideas For The Bathroom

Jane Mander Retirement Village

Design doesn’t end at the bathroom door. It’s a great place to create some cool storage space in your independent living apartment. If you’re not a fan of various bottles littering the floor, try a shower stool. Plus, it’s a great place to sit while washing or to shave your legs.

Ladder… View more
Design doesn’t end at the bathroom door. It’s a great place to create some cool storage space in your independent living apartment. If you’re not a fan of various bottles littering the floor, try a shower stool. Plus, it’s a great place to sit while washing or to shave your legs.

Ladder shelves are very affordable and take up minimal room. They’re perfect for rolled towels and accessories that can live on the bottom shelves with more important products on the top.

Utilise the back of the bathroom door to hide towels, swimsuits and bathrobes by using some hanging hooks.

Click for more clever apartment storage ideas.

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266 days ago

Bird & bee sanctuary

The Team from Resene ColorShop Whangarei

Create a birdbath with a natural sandstone paint effect with Resene Sandtex.
Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.

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266 days ago

Whangarei Film Society - Screenings for Thursday October 12th

Geoff from Central Whangarei

Good People

For Thursday, the 12th October at 6pm we have the One-Night-Only screening of the Mel Gibson and Anthony Hopkins classic, The Bounty.

Please note: There is no film screening for the 8pm session.

The Bounty
UK, Adventure/Drama, 113 mins, Rated PG
Cast: Mel Gibson, Anthony … View more
Good People

For Thursday, the 12th October at 6pm we have the One-Night-Only screening of the Mel Gibson and Anthony Hopkins classic, The Bounty.

Please note: There is no film screening for the 8pm session.

The Bounty
UK, Adventure/Drama, 113 mins, Rated PG
Cast: Mel Gibson, Anthony Hopkins, Daniel Day-Lewis, Laurence Olivier.

As part of celebrations for the Whangarei Maritime Festival, WFS is proud to be screening this 1984 retelling of one of the most famous of all sea stories.

Whilst this epic story boasts all the top actors of the time, the real star is the replica of The Bounty, which was made and launched right here in Whangarei in 1978.

Don't miss your chance to see a piece of Whangarei history on the big screen!

View the trailer at: www.youtube.com...

Tickets: Door sales only. Price: $10 for WFS members, $15 for non members. Cash only please - no Eftpos/credit card services available.

Visit whangareifilmsociety.org and sign up for our free weekly email for information on our films and screening dates for 2023.

267 days ago

#RWCfans

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We've loving our Rugby World Cup fans sharing their photos on Neighbourly and bringing the spirit!

These fans below have won some spot prizes, keep sharing your photos to be in to win!

268 days ago

Get decorating and save with Resene!

Resene

Now’s the perfect time to get decorating with 25% off Resene premium paints, wood stains, primers, sealers, wallpaper, decorating accessories and cleaning products at Resene ColorShops. Choose from thousands of colours and get your favourites tinted in Eco Choice approved Resene paints.

Ask … View more
Now’s the perfect time to get decorating with 25% off Resene premium paints, wood stains, primers, sealers, wallpaper, decorating accessories and cleaning products at Resene ColorShops. Choose from thousands of colours and get your favourites tinted in Eco Choice approved Resene paints.

Ask our staff for expert advice on everything from choosing the right colour and paint to how to apply it for the best finish.
Find out more

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270 days ago

What's it like living with a loud voice

Sanda Reporter from Stuff

Hi there,

I'm writing a story on what's it like to live with a loud voice. Are you someone who gets high-pitched whenever you are excited? Does your family constantly nag you to dial down your voice? Or are you someone who's annoyed by your loved ones' loud talking?

If you… View more
Hi there,

I'm writing a story on what's it like to live with a loud voice. Are you someone who gets high-pitched whenever you are excited? Does your family constantly nag you to dial down your voice? Or are you someone who's annoyed by your loved ones' loud talking?

If you can relate to any such scenario, I would love to hear from you. Please leave a comment or you can email me at sanda.arambepola@stuff.co.nz
Please put 'NFP' (not for publication) in your comment if you don't want it or your name to appear in the article.

Thank you for taking the time to share your stories.

273 days ago

Party Policies on Disability

Glen from Central Whangarei

Party Policies on Disability

268 days ago

Kiwi Rugby Fever: WIN SKY Sport!

The Team from NZ Compare

We're a Rugby MAD nation!
Which team are you supporting? How do they compare against the rest in this Rugby World Cup?

Share why you rate your team and you could WIN Sky Sport Now for 3 months (valued at $135)!
CLICK below to enter! Act fast, the entry deadline is October 12, 2023.

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We're a Rugby MAD nation!
Which team are you supporting? How do they compare against the rest in this Rugby World Cup?

Share why you rate your team and you could WIN Sky Sport Now for 3 months (valued at $135)!
CLICK below to enter! Act fast, the entry deadline is October 12, 2023.

But that's not all! Many broadband plans currently offer FREE subscriptions to top streaming services. It's the perfect time to switch!
Compare your broadband and power bills to save big this Spring!
COMPARE NOW: www.broadbandcompare.co.nz...

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271 days ago

Poll: Top sheet or duvet?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

It's a controversial topic that can cause arguments for bed companions as well as staunch bedding enthusiasts.
Some people sleep beneath a top sheet, while others have said goodbye to 'hospital corners' and just use a duvet. Let's see how kiwis are sleeping these days, share … View more
It's a controversial topic that can cause arguments for bed companions as well as staunch bedding enthusiasts.
Some people sleep beneath a top sheet, while others have said goodbye to 'hospital corners' and just use a duvet. Let's see how kiwis are sleeping these days, share your vote and your reasons below!

Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the Conversations column of your local paper.

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Top sheet or duvet?
  • 78.8% Top sheet
    78.8% Complete
  • 20.6% Duvet
    20.6% Complete
  • 0.6% Neither - I'll share below!
    0.6% Complete
2205 votes
269 days ago

Life-saving heart research ❤️

The Team from Heart Foundation NZ

Our research funding is all about saving lives in New Zealand ❤️ This year, we were thrilled to announce $3.7m of funding for heart research and specialist overseas training for New Zealand cardiologists. Huge thanks to our donors and supporters for their generosity and for making this … View moreOur research funding is all about saving lives in New Zealand ❤️ This year, we were thrilled to announce $3.7m of funding for heart research and specialist overseas training for New Zealand cardiologists. Huge thanks to our donors and supporters for their generosity and for making this investment in heart health possible.

Click the link to find out more about the transformative research projects.

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269 days ago

Telephone dictation voting in the 2023 General Election

The Team from Electoral Commission

If you are blind, partially blind, or have a physical disability that means you cannot mark your voting paper without help, you can use the telephone dictation voting service.

You can use the telephone dictation voting service both from within New Zealand and if you’re overseas.

You do … View more
If you are blind, partially blind, or have a physical disability that means you cannot mark your voting paper without help, you can use the telephone dictation voting service.

You can use the telephone dictation voting service both from within New Zealand and if you’re overseas.

You do need to register to use this service though, before noon (NZ time) on Saturday 14 October.

You can find more information on our website here: vote.nz...

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270 days ago

ROTATING COMPOSTER

Jeremy from Onerahi

This rotating composter has been hardly used , new ones on Trade Tested retail for $299,00 so at $99.00 it is a bargain.
In a rush of blood to the head I bought it for My Wife but she is entrenched in the old fashioned composting system hence the reason for selling it.

Price: $99

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270 days ago

Voting is now open in the 2023 General Election!

The Team from Electoral Commission

You can find all the information you need about where, when and how to vote at vote.nz....

If you were enrolled at your current address by September 10, you will have been sent an EasyVote pack in the mail with an EasyVote card which will make voting easier.

However if yours hasn't … View more
You can find all the information you need about where, when and how to vote at vote.nz....

If you were enrolled at your current address by September 10, you will have been sent an EasyVote pack in the mail with an EasyVote card which will make voting easier.

However if yours hasn't arrived yet you can vote without it! Find your nearest voting place here:
map.vote.nz...

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