Kensington, Whangarei

Wondering about something in your neighbourhood?

Wondering about something in your neighbourhood?

Whether it's a new building going up or a strange noise you keep hearing, ask your neighbours here.

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2875 days ago

Fill

Bev from Central Whangarei

Free clean fill
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Free

2868 days ago

Back at work? Make a plan

The Team from Ministry of Civil Defence & Emergency Management

If you're back in the office today, we hope you're not struggling too much. Do you know how you'll get home if there's no transport or who will get the kids if you can't get to them? Work through our Personal Workplace Emergency Plan and decide what you will do.
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If you're back in the office today, we hope you're not struggling too much. Do you know how you'll get home if there's no transport or who will get the kids if you can't get to them? Work through our Personal Workplace Emergency Plan and decide what you will do.
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Visit www.happens.nz... for more hints and tips.

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2900 days ago

30,000+ without power in Far North. Possibly deliberate act!!!

Annette Lambly-Robinson Reporter from Whangārei Leader

Check out the situation for our far north friends.
A suspicious firearm use could be to blame for thousands of residents in Far North without power.
Read more:
www.stuff.co.nz...

2873 days ago

BREAKAWAY

Kathryn McKenzie from Te Otuihau Community Development Project

WHAT IS IT - A free holiday programme
WHERE IS IT - at the Whangarei Aquatic Centre, Ewing St, Riverside.
FOR WHOM - 11 to 17 year olds.
WHEN - 5 days a week, starting MONDAY 9 January, 9.00am-3.00pm
All you need to bring is your lunch.
You can participate in activities - waka ama, walking the… View more
WHAT IS IT - A free holiday programme
WHERE IS IT - at the Whangarei Aquatic Centre, Ewing St, Riverside.
FOR WHOM - 11 to 17 year olds.
WHEN - 5 days a week, starting MONDAY 9 January, 9.00am-3.00pm
All you need to bring is your lunch.
You can participate in activities - waka ama, walking the loop, climbing Parihaka, swimming
Learning - local history from local kaumatua & kuia; healthy eating & life-styles.
What is our Break-Away School Holiday Programme?
The Break-Away School Holiday Programme provides young people with an opportunity to attend fun, stimulating and structured school holiday programmes at no cost to participants. This programme is part of the Break-Away package of initiatives designed to expand holiday opportunities for young people who would not otherwise have access to them.
Key elements of the Break-Away School Holiday Programme
Break-Away funds 30,000 one-week school holiday programme places New Zealand-wide for young people aged 11–17 years each year.
Young people can refer themselves on the programme, or they can be referred by parents or others in the community.
The programmes are available at no cost to participants. They provide daily activities over the Christmas and Easter school holiday period.
Any young person from the targeted communities is eligible to attend, regardless of parental income.
If you require further information regarding our Break-Away programme. Email your enquiry to WhangareiAquatics@clmnz.co.nz or check out MSD's Frequently Asked Questions for parents/caregivers.

2886 days ago

New children's park planned for Tikipunga

Annette Lambly-Robinson Reporter from Whangārei Leader

Children need to play as part of their development. A new park surely is a great idea. What do you think?
www.stuff.co.nz...

2874 days ago

CARAVAN FOR SALE

Ken from Onerahi

Hi We have a 3.6m self contained caravan for Sale $15000 ono.
It is set up for freedom camping with house battery and on board water and waste tank. Has hot and cold water, shower toilet and a good gas stove as well as a fridge.
Light to tow. My number is 0204777044 Ken

Price: $15,000

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2880 days ago

Bread Dude is down for a while!

Rand from Onerahi

Broken femur and displaced knee will keep my ovens cold for a while. Appologies to all who now have to eat chemicalized supermarket and hot bread shop "breads" will be back at it ASAP. I would like to express my deep appreciation to all the people who have supported me. Rand

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2886 days ago

Rubbish collections

Whangarei District Council

Rubbish and recycling will be collected on your usual collection day over Christmas and New Year.

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2880 days ago

Don't miss your chance to win!

Roadshow Films

Looking for something to do in the holidays? Why not check out RED DOG: True Blue!

When eleven year old Mick is shipped off to his grandfather's cattle station in the remote Pilbara region of Western Australia, he prepares himself for a life of dull hardship. Instead he finds myth, … View more
Looking for something to do in the holidays? Why not check out RED DOG: True Blue!

When eleven year old Mick is shipped off to his grandfather's cattle station in the remote Pilbara region of Western Australia, he prepares himself for a life of dull hardship. Instead he finds myth, adventure and friendship with a scrappy, one-of-a-kind dog that will change his life forever. RED DOG: True Blue is a story of friendship, loyalty and acceptance and is perfect for families and dog lovers of all ages. Want to win a double pass?

Simply like or thank this post before 9 January for your chance to WIN one of ten double passes to RED DOG: True Blue.
Watch the trailer

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2882 days ago

Lexus GS 300 GS300 Aristo 2JZ 1999

Andre from Central Whangarei

www.trademe.co.nz...

**1999 Lexus GS300 2JZ**

Engine & Transmission:
- 3.0L 2JZ-GE Straight 6
- 168kW / 225hp / 305Nm
- 5 Speed Automatic
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**1999 Lexus GS300 2JZ**

Engine & Transmission:
- 3.0L 2JZ-GE Straight 6
- 168kW / 225hp / 305Nm
- 5 Speed Automatic
- 3 and 1/2 Star Fuel Rating
- Cambelt has been replaced (Don't have to worry)

Exterior:
- Lexus Silver Paint
- Front Fog Lights
- Good Looking 18" Alloy Wheels with as new Tyres
- Headlight Washers
- Twin Pipe Exhausts

Interior:
- Full Leather Interior
- Electric Divers Seat
- Electric Steering Wheel
- Multiple Airbags
- Dual Zone Climate Control Air Conditioning (nice and cold for summer)
- Cruise Control
- Extremely Spacious

Overall condition is not too bad for age and mileage with some paint fading in areas and marks/scratches

The Km's have mostly been run on long trips used as a travelling salesman

This car lives up to its Lexus badges with luxurious features at every touch. Inside has full leather interior with electric seats up front as well as an electric steering wheel.

Extremely fuel efficient for a big car and incredibly fuel efficient on long distance travelling!

Viewings and test drives more than welcome

Please note I have the original lexus alloys on nearly new tyres that I can do on the car for a bit cheaper

Similar to the Toyota version GS200 GS250 GS350 VIP LS450 LS400 Aristo slammed lowered etc

Txt or call for more info: 0210506542

Price: $2,990

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2884 days ago

dining table

Robert from Kamo

Lovely dining table, opens out to seat up to 9 people. Selling as we have purchased a smaller table for our home now. In good condition.
MDF with veneer. Reasonable offer please.


Pick up only; from Fairway Drive, Whangarei



it is 119 cm across when un-extended, and 150cm across when… View more
Lovely dining table, opens out to seat up to 9 people. Selling as we have purchased a smaller table for our home now. In good condition.
MDF with veneer. Reasonable offer please.


Pick up only; from Fairway Drive, Whangarei



it is 119 cm across when un-extended, and 150cm across when extended.

Negotiable

2886 days ago

Restricted fire season starts tonight

Whangarei District Council

A Restricted Fire Season will be in place in Whangarei District and the Kaipara District from midnight tonight 22 December 2016.

The restriction will remain in force until weather conditions and fire danger indicators warrant its uplifting, and applies to all land in the Kaipara District and … View more
A Restricted Fire Season will be in place in Whangarei District and the Kaipara District from midnight tonight 22 December 2016.

The restriction will remain in force until weather conditions and fire danger indicators warrant its uplifting, and applies to all land in the Kaipara District and Whangarei District except Matakohe/Limestone and Rabbit Islands where a permanent Prohibited Season is in place.
More information on the link below.

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2885 days ago

Recommended by Hora Hora scout group ready for jamboree

Annette Lambly-Robinson Reporter from Whangārei Leader

Scouts are still enjoyed by many .
Were you a scout? Did you attend a jamboree?
read more:
www.stuff.co.nz...

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2886 days ago

Surf Board--Roger Hall --Custom

Richard from Parua Bay / Whangarei Heads

One of only two custom made boards, by Rodger Hall. complete with Bag.

Price: $600

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2894 days ago

Mechanic wanted

Thomas from Tikipunga

Hi everyone is there anyone out there thats interested to do a head job on my truck? Will pay cash to do job.....

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