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66 days ago

Dream Sleep Destination: Mountains or Beach?

Jay from Beds4U Whangarei

Hey Neighbours,

Would you rather sleep in a cosy cabin in the mountains ?️ or on a sandy beach by the sea ?️?

Imagine wrapping yourself up in a warm blanket, surrounded by nature, with the fresh mountain air lulling you to sleep. Or, falling asleep to the calming sound of ocean waves, … View more
Hey Neighbours,

Would you rather sleep in a cosy cabin in the mountains ?️ or on a sandy beach by the sea ?️?

Imagine wrapping yourself up in a warm blanket, surrounded by nature, with the fresh mountain air lulling you to sleep. Or, falling asleep to the calming sound of ocean waves, the soft breeze, and the feeling of sand beneath your toes.

Which one sounds like your dream escape for a perfect night’s rest? Let us know your favourite!

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63 days ago

Whangarei Film Society - screenings for Thursday October 24th

Geoff from Central Whangarei

Good People

On Thursday the 24th October, WFS will be screening, the French comedy, The President's Wife, starring Catherine Deneuve.

This was a hit at all the major festivals and it very much looks to be our best film for the year, so don't miss it.

Our 8pm screening is the … View more
Good People

On Thursday the 24th October, WFS will be screening, the French comedy, The President's Wife, starring Catherine Deneuve.

This was a hit at all the major festivals and it very much looks to be our best film for the year, so don't miss it.

Our 8pm screening is the French comedy, Mr Blake at Your Service, starring John Malkovich and Fanny Ardent.

THE PRESIDENT'S WIFE
France (subtitles), 2023, Comedy, Drama
94 mins, Rated M (Strong language)
Cast: Catherine Deneuve, Denis Podalydès

When Jacques Chirac was elected President of France in the 1990s, he considered himself part of a new, political elite. Unlike his wife, Bernadette who was - well, just a wife.

Bernadette had been in the background for years, tirelessly supporting Jacques' quest to attain the presidency. Now victorious, she yearns for the support and appreciation of the nation but Bernadette learns she is viewed as old-fashioned, out of touch and emotionally cold.

But having spent years of negotiating behind the scenes, Bernadette's political instincts are finely honed. And now that Jacques is President, she has no desire to continue being the little woman behind the Great Man.

So, Bernadette ditches the pearls and silk scarves, reinvents herself and makes it her mission to claim her own space in the spotlight, using her wit and political skills to champion just causes and to hopefully win the respect of the French people.

"Deneuve is equal parts stunning and hilarious." - Film Review

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

Showing at Forum North, 7 Rust Ave Whangarei
on Thursday 24th October at 6pm and Thursday 7th November at 8pm
Tickets: Door sales only. $10 WFS members. $15 Non members.
Cash only please. All welcome.

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63 days ago

Sweeten the pot

The Team from Resene ColorShop Whangarei

Show your potted plants off in a self-decorated container using Resene Non-Skid Deck & Path or Resene Sandtex. Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.

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64 days ago

Resene October sale on now!

Resene

Save 25% on Resene quality paints, wood stains, primers and wallpapers at Resene ColorShops!
Choose from our huge range of paints and colours designed and made in New Zealand. Bring out the best in your home with Resene, NZ’s Most Trusted Paint.
Find out more

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64 days ago

Product recalls this month

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Here are some items that have been recalled during September - October. Click on the blue title to learn more details about the recalled product.

Food recalls:
Farro Kitchen pulled lamb shank ragu (product may contain glass!)
ABC sweet soy sauce
Kelp & Seaweed Products (elevated level of … View more
Here are some items that have been recalled during September - October. Click on the blue title to learn more details about the recalled product.

Food recalls:
Farro Kitchen pulled lamb shank ragu (product may contain glass!)
ABC sweet soy sauce
Kelp & Seaweed Products (elevated level of arsenic!)
On The Go chip products
Pams cracked pepper salmon & Origin salmon
All Good Barista Oat Milk

Product recalls:
Toyota Pruis model years 2022-2024
Brompton t line bike
John Deere 1023ev tractor
Suzuki GSX1300RRQ model years 2020-2024
UVC Disinfection Unit Purifier
Kia EV9 model years 2024-2025
Polaris xp kinetic ranger
Cummins diesel engine
Mazda models years 2013-2020

We hope this update was helpful to you and your whānau.

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65 days ago

Ryman’s Walk in Wednesdays

The Team from Ryman Healthcare

Ryman villages across the country are open every Wednesday in October and November.

Experience the Ryman lifestyle and learn about our living options, tour our showhomes and discover the wonderful amenities on offer.

Click find out more for more information.
Find out more

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65 days ago

Children with Disability NZ fundraising for an accessible seesaw

Glen from Central Whangarei

Children with Disability NZ is now fundraising for an accessible seesaw for Raumanga Park in Whangarei. Our charity has a focus on improving the outcomes for disabled children and young adults, and we have partially funded a wheelchair swing for Waipu Park in Northland.

73 days ago

Poll: Is dumping an issue in your neighbourhood?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

There's nothing worse than strolling around the streets in your neighbourhood and seeing dumped rubbish.

Have you noticed this in your area? What could we do to combat this around the country?

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Is dumping an issue in your neighbourhood?
  • 42.3% Yes, I've seen some illegal dumping
    42.3% Complete
  • 57.1% No, our neighbourhood is pretty good
    57.1% Complete
  • 0.6% Other - I'll share below
    0.6% Complete
2156 votes
66 days ago

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Valued at over $1 million, this home features three bedrooms, two bathrooms, and an open-plan kitchen, living, and dining area. It is waiting to be loved by its new … View more
For only $15 a ticket, you could win this brand-new, fully furnished Jennian home located in breathtaking Blenheim, Marlborough.

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66 days ago

Handmade Market - Saturday 26th October 2024

Kristi Neighbourly Lead from Tikipunga

Save the date

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66 days ago

Dog Parade @ Barge Park this Saturday

Kristi Neighbourly Lead from Tikipunga

Check this out and bring your dog or enter your dog before 17th October 2024

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67 days ago

📲💡📱😈👽Halloween specials in full effect 🎃🎃🎃

Sanju from GSM Solutions Whangarei

📲💡📱😈👽Halloween specials in full effect 🎃🎃🎃
Come and get in touch with your inner spirit & enjoy our festive specials all month long till 31/10/2024 !💡👾🎃
GSM Solutions is Whangarei's leading iPhone, Samsung, MacBook, mobile phone, tablet & computer … View more
📲💡📱😈👽Halloween specials in full effect 🎃🎃🎃
Come and get in touch with your inner spirit & enjoy our festive specials all month long till 31/10/2024 !💡👾🎃
GSM Solutions is Whangarei's leading iPhone, Samsung, MacBook, mobile phone, tablet & computer repair specialists. We do motherboard and logic board repairs.

We accept WINZ quotes.
We do have Afterpay as a payment option
Contact us as below:
GSM Solutions Whangarei
Address: 51 Commerce Street,
Okara Drive, Whangarei
Email-info@gsmsolutions.co.nz
Phone-022 888 8297

Negotiable

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67 days ago

Maintaining independence as we age

Jane Mander Retirement Village

As we age, mobility and health issues can affect daily routines and independence. It’s natural to want to step in when a loved one faces challenges with tasks they once managed easily. However, instead of taking over completely, finding a balance that offers support while still encouraging … View moreAs we age, mobility and health issues can affect daily routines and independence. It’s natural to want to step in when a loved one faces challenges with tasks they once managed easily. However, instead of taking over completely, finding a balance that offers support while still encouraging independence is key.

Chris Sinclair, Ryman's Community Liaison Leader, shares helpful tips for families and caregivers on how to promote independence and support overall wellbeing.

Click read more for the full article.

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88 days ago

Rubbish bins

Susan from Kamo

I posted a message about the disappearing rubbish bins in Whangarei a week or so ago (but I limited the area). However, I’ll leave this open to a wider area this time. Apparently this is not just limited to Whangarei. However, I went to the Whangarei District Council website, and sent a general … View moreI posted a message about the disappearing rubbish bins in Whangarei a week or so ago (but I limited the area). However, I’ll leave this open to a wider area this time. Apparently this is not just limited to Whangarei. However, I went to the Whangarei District Council website, and sent a general enquiry email as to why this was happening. About a week later, I did get a phone call back. I had mentioned two particular bins that had been removed. The man I spoke with was not aware they had been removed! What I found out is that the rubbish bins are emptied by an outside contractor, not city workers. They come and say they find maybe a single coffee cup in a bin and think the bin doesn’t need to be there, so THEY remove the bin! The more I thought about this, the more I thought this is pure laziness - the more bins removed, the less work that has to be done. How much effort does it take to look in a bin and see the liner does not need to be changed? Where one bin has been removed, there is now rubbish in it’s place. I noticed the bins at a couple of bus stops have also been removed, and there is rubbish on the ground - exactly where the bins used to be! I have been told that one of the bins I emailed about will be replaced. And I will follow up on that if it isn’t back in place in two weeks. (This outside contractor is also supposed to be picking up rubbish twice a week along the Kamo shared pathway as well!)
So - if you noticed bins are missing and they need to be put back, send an email to WDC and tell them the location and that there is rubbish there and the bin needs to be replaced! Rate payers are paying for this service, no doubt.

69 days ago

Whangarei Film Society - screenings for Thursday October 17th

Geoff from Central Whangarei

Good People

On Thursday the 17th October, WFS will be doing our annual screening of the Show Me Shorts Film Festival, which has become a crowd favourite.

We are doing two sessions of the Sampler Program. One at 6pm and one at 8pm. It is screening ONE NIGHT ONLY - SO DON'T MISS IT

SMS… View more
Good People

On Thursday the 17th October, WFS will be doing our annual screening of the Show Me Shorts Film Festival, which has become a crowd favourite.

We are doing two sessions of the Sampler Program. One at 6pm and one at 8pm. It is screening ONE NIGHT ONLY - SO DON'T MISS IT

SMS 2024 - Sampler Program
NZ and International short films
105 mins, Rated M - (strong language and content that may offend.)

Enjoy the highlights from this year’s Show Me Shorts (SMS) Film Festival. It's a selection of the most vibrant, fun and imaginative short films from NZ and around the world.

Equal parts moving and silly, the stars include Joanna Lumley and Ben Whishaw, alongside local actors who shine.

SMS is all about the connections between us. You'll see heartfelt stories of homelessness, demolition derbies, the horrors of camping, dealing with death... and meeting your partner's weird family for the first time!

WFS is proud to be part of the 2024 Whangarei Fringe Festival.

Showing at Forum North, 7 Rust Ave Whangarei on Thursday 17th October with sessions at 6pm and 8pm

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

Door sales only. Tickets are $10 each. All welcome.
Cash only please.

Like us on Facebook or go to whangareifilmsociety.org to be sent weekly updates.

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