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In March we will be sharing our plan with you, you can read what’s been proposed in our Long term Plan consultation document and take a look at the detail that supports it.
Formal consultation starts on 7 March and closes 8 April 2018.
To help us develop this plan we started talking to you about… View moreIn March we will be sharing our plan with you, you can read what’s been proposed in our Long term Plan consultation document and take a look at the detail that supports it.
Formal consultation starts on 7 March and closes 8 April 2018.
To help us develop this plan we started talking to you about it last year. It gave us a clear idea of the issues that are important to you, and we call these 'Key Issues'.
They include:
* Continuing focus on core assets
* Getting set-up for the future
* Keeping our place nice and making it even better to live here.
Our Public Meetings are being held to provide you with information and hear your comments and any concerns about the plan.
We encourage you to tell us what you think your rates money should be spent on.
Come along to find out more and help to make Whangarei an even better place to live.
A list of our public meetings can be found on our facebook page
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Read more about the LTP on our website
► www.wdc.govt.nz...
In 2017, free HPV immunisations were extended to boys for the first time, with about two thirds of parents choosing to immunise their children through their school immunisation programme.
HPV-related cancers take a long time to develop. The viruses are mostly transmitted in adolescence but often… View moreIn 2017, free HPV immunisations were extended to boys for the first time, with about two thirds of parents choosing to immunise their children through their school immunisation programme.
HPV-related cancers take a long time to develop. The viruses are mostly transmitted in adolescence but often aren’t diagnosed until later. That’s why it’s important for children to be immunised when they’re young.
Around 80% of people will be exposed to HPV in their lifetime. Immunisation can significantly reduce HPV-related harm. Protecting all children before they’re exposed to HPV will protect their health in the future.
Free HPV immunisation at school or from your GP. For more info visit: www.health.govt.nz/hpv
There's a great system called GoodSAM (www.goodsamapp.org...) which works on android, IOS, and just a normal feature phone (ie. a dumb phone). I've been using it for about a month, and it's one of the more sensible uses of technology I've seen in some time.
Once you register … View moreThere's a great system called GoodSAM (www.goodsamapp.org...) which works on android, IOS, and just a normal feature phone (ie. a dumb phone). I've been using it for about a month, and it's one of the more sensible uses of technology I've seen in some time.
Once you register with GoodSAM (which requires you to send a copy of your first aid certificate so that they can confirm it's valid), you just get on with your life as normal, and they track you through your phone.
When someone near you calls an ambulance, you get an alert on your phone. If you accept the alert, you are given directions to the casualty, and you help them until the ambulance gets there. If two people accept the alert, the first one gets directions to the casualty, and the second gets directions to the nearest defibrillator, and then to the casualty.
There are very few people (five, so far) registered in and around Whangarei. Obviously, the system will be more useful if more people register. I've had two alerts so far, and the ambulance beat me to the scene both times, which I find quite reassuring.
Other than being a registered user of the app, I have no direct link with the organisation, but I would like to see it succeed as I think it's a great idea.
If you're nervous about the idea of actually having to use your first aid, remember that you'll probably only be there for a few minutes before the ambulance arrives, and the first few minutes can be the difference between someone surviving and dying. Please, if you've got a certificate, consider registering - you might be able to help someone.
Remind tamariki just how important and special they are. In this episode of Tamariki News, hear why praise and encouragement is so important for children. www.youtube.com...
Northland is one of the big winners from the $61.7million portion of the Government's $3 billion Pro…
Gardener Lynda Hallinan couldn't quite believe it when she found out her grandfather used to spend one day in the garden every September, to produce enough veges to feed his family of eight for the summer. So she put his method to the test.
… View moreGardener Lynda Hallinan couldn't quite believe it when she found out her grandfather used to spend one day in the garden every September, to produce enough veges to feed his family of eight for the summer. So she put his method to the test.
Click here to see the results and check out Lynda's top 10 tips to super fast veges
Geoff Brown and Eric Jackson of Antique & Collectable Buyers Limited are buying throughout the North Island until Monday 5th March.
We are looking to purchase your unwanted antiques, collectables and precious metals such as old and broken gold and silver, old coins, banknotes, medals, … View moreGeoff Brown and Eric Jackson of Antique & Collectable Buyers Limited are buying throughout the North Island until Monday 5th March.
We are looking to purchase your unwanted antiques, collectables and precious metals such as old and broken gold and silver, old coins, banknotes, medals, quality china, old pocket and wristwatches, in fact, anything old or interesting.
For further details call Eric toll free on 0800 00 24 25 or Geoff on 0800 700 010. Both Eric and Geoff are fully licensed, each with over 35 years industry experience.
Open the pdf for locations, dates and times near you.
Antique & Collectable Buyers times and locations.pdf Download View
It is quite normal for you to be taking frequent looks around your bedroom. In the process, have you ever felt that there is a 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 a 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. Read full blog here: goo.gl...
The ISS (international space station) will be flying overhead tonight.
Look towards the horizon facing about North West at 1 min to 9pm and you'll see it. It looks like a very bright start moving quite fast.
Details: Time: Thu Feb 22 8:59 PM, Visible: 6 min, Max Height: 78°, Appears: 10° … View moreThe ISS (international space station) will be flying overhead tonight.
Look towards the horizon facing about North West at 1 min to 9pm and you'll see it. It looks like a very bright start moving quite fast.
Details: Time: Thu Feb 22 8:59 PM, Visible: 6 min, Max Height: 78°, Appears: 10° above NW, Disappears: 11° above SE
With just one week to go until Children's Day, how will you celebrate? There's so much happening all around Aotearoa, so put tamariki first this Sunday 4 March and check out what's happening near you: childrensday.org.nz... www.youtube.com...
Neighbours - add a little colour to your life and help those in need at the same time. Bring a can of food into your local Resene owned ColorShop and you can swap it for a Resene testpot*!
Every can of food you donate means you save on your testpot purchase (save up to $5.60 on an 80ml testpot)… View moreNeighbours - add a little colour to your life and help those in need at the same time. Bring a can of food into your local Resene owned ColorShop and you can swap it for a Resene testpot*!
Every can of food you donate means you save on your testpot purchase (save up to $5.60 on an 80ml testpot) while also helping provide disadvantaged Kiwis with food parcels when they need them most.
We'll donate every item you bring in to The Salvation Army local foodbanks and other community foodbanks.
So start gathering up those cans and bring them into your local Resene owned ColorShop.
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*60-80ml testpot.
Hello All,
I am after adivce on where to go for affordable insurance for over 50 year olds ,can someone tell me who to go through for insurance which is more affordable for House insurance and life,sickness,and permanent ,temporary disability insurance cover.
i am with tower for my house and … View moreHello All,
I am after adivce on where to go for affordable insurance for over 50 year olds ,can someone tell me who to go through for insurance which is more affordable for House insurance and life,sickness,and permanent ,temporary disability insurance cover.
i am with tower for my house and think that they are asking too much for insurance and are with life direct (or life one i'm not too sure)
They are my life,sickness,and permanent and temporary insurance and are crippling my exspenses very badly with what they charge.
Help and advice very much appreciated
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