Onerahi, Whangarei

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98 days ago

Poll: Supporting NZ-Made Products!

Jay from Beds4U Whangarei

Hi Neighbours, how important is it to you that your mattress is made in New Zealand?

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Supporting NZ-Made Products!
  • 28.4% Very important, I always buy NZ-made
    28.4% Complete
  • 47.3% Somewhat important, but quality matters more
    47.3% Complete
  • 24.3% Not important, I focus on other factors
    24.3% Complete
74 votes
98 days ago

What flowers are blooming in your garden?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Kia ora neighbours,

In our September mag, Amy Roberts from Villaleigh Plants has a list of her favourite blooms for long display. "If you want a long season, look beyond the flowers," is her advice. Here are her picks: Geranium phaeum 'Mourning Widow', Salvia leucantha, … View more
Kia ora neighbours,

In our September mag, Amy Roberts from Villaleigh Plants has a list of her favourite blooms for long display. "If you want a long season, look beyond the flowers," is her advice. Here are her picks: Geranium phaeum 'Mourning Widow', Salvia leucantha, Hylotelephium 'Autumn Joy' (pictured), Eryngium pandanifolium and Alchemilla mollis.

Have you got them in your garden? In fact, we'd love to see what you've got in bloom now. Post a photo and share the joy!

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98 days ago

Whangarei Film Society - screenings for Thursday September 19th

Geoff from Central Whangarei

Good People

On Thursday the 19th September at 6pm, WFS will be screening the entertaining French Film, Marguerite's Theorem.

Our 8pm screening will be the powerful New Zealand film, The Convert, directed by Lee Tamahore.

MARGUERITE'S THEOREM
France (English subtitles), 2023, … View more
Good People

On Thursday the 19th September at 6pm, WFS will be screening the entertaining French Film, Marguerite's Theorem.

Our 8pm screening will be the powerful New Zealand film, The Convert, directed by Lee Tamahore.

MARGUERITE'S THEOREM
France (English subtitles), 2023, Drama/Comedy
Rated M (strong language)

Marguerite is a brilliant young mathematician who's devoted to finding a solution to Goldbach's Conjecture, one of the oldest problems in number theory. But the day she reveals her finished thesis, a competing student finds an error in her calculations.

Devastated, Marguerite quits school to erase all evidence of her studies and wades blindly into the real world. As someone devoted to number theory, Marguerite struggles with the nuances of human behaviour but her new roommate guides her through the basics of social interaction. And it's through her adjusted perspective that Marguerite sees her thesis in a totally new light.

But, without her scholarship funding, Marguerite needs to use her mathematical genius to find a new source of income to finish her thesis. Could Mah Jong be the answer?

"Ella Rumpf is remarkable as she draws us in to her quest. A film full of humour and one not to be missed." - IMDB

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

Showing at Forum North, 7 Rust Ave Whangarei on Thursday 19th September at 6pm and Thursday 26th September at 8pm.

Tickets: Door sales only. $10 WFS members. $15 Non members.

All welcome. Cash only please.

Like us on Facebook or sign up for our free newsletter at whangareifilmsociety.org

98 days ago

Bowled over

The Team from Resene ColorShop Whangarei

Make stunning sets of trinket trays with a nod to the traditional craft of basket-making simply using clay and Resene shades of green.

Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.

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98 days ago

Disability Care Workshops for Carers

Kristi Neighbourly Lead from Tikipunga

Want more disability care workshops?

Complex Care Group and the Federation offer a series of facilitated workshops for disabled people and their families, tāngata whaikaha, whaikaha Māori, Pasifika disabled and family, whānau and aiga. These hui promote information exchange and sharing of … View more
Want more disability care workshops?

Complex Care Group and the Federation offer a series of facilitated workshops for disabled people and their families, tāngata whaikaha, whaikaha Māori, Pasifika disabled and family, whānau and aiga. These hui promote information exchange and sharing of personal experiences.

For more visit their website here:
carematters.org.nz...

For any queries or to inquire about eligibility or getting to a workshop near you, please email complexcaregroup@xtra.co.nz

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98 days ago

MND NZ Kilimanjaro Trek 2025

Kristi Neighbourly Lead from Tikipunga

A man, Grant, smiling and sitting on a mountain bike in front of a sign directing to Targhee National Forest on the left and Beaverhead National Forest on the right. The blue and white MND NZ Kilimanjaro Trek 2025 logo is in front of the photo of grant.
Here’s an exciting one!
Join people just … View more
A man, Grant, smiling and sitting on a mountain bike in front of a sign directing to Targhee National Forest on the left and Beaverhead National Forest on the right. The blue and white MND NZ Kilimanjaro Trek 2025 logo is in front of the photo of grant.
Here’s an exciting one!
Join people just like you, who share in your passion to make a difference, and are ready to lace-up to support both people living with motor neuron disease, and each other.

MND NZ will be trekking alongside like-minded supporters from MND VIC for the first time! Build a connection with yourself and with your teammates as you take on this journey of a lifetime together.

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98 days ago

Whangārei Care Centre Fundraising Dinner & a Quiz - Sat, 21 Sep 2024 5:30 PM - 10:30 PM

Kristi Neighbourly Lead from Tikipunga

Join us for a fun-filled evening of delicious food, live music and brain-teasing trivia at the Anglican Parish Hall. All proceeds go to the Whang`ārei Care Centre, providing counselling, budgeting services, senior community work, help in times of need and more to our community. Test your knowledge… View moreJoin us for a fun-filled evening of delicious food, live music and brain-teasing trivia at the Anglican Parish Hall. All proceeds go to the Whang`ārei Care Centre, providing counselling, budgeting services, senior community work, help in times of need and more to our community. Test your knowledge while enjoying a scrumptious meal with friends and family. Pull a team of 6 together and get ready to show off your smarts and maybe even win some prizes! Don't miss out on this exciting event - it's going to be a blast!

Tickets from: www.eventbrite.com...

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98 days ago

Memory Walk for Alzheimers Nortthland - Sunday 15th September 2024

Kristi Neighbourly Lead from Tikipunga

Join Alzheimers Northland for a Memory Walk!

September is World Alzheimers Month and your chance to show your support for people and their whānau living with dementia in Aotearoa New Zealand. The Memory Walks help us to remember loved ones, show support for affected families, raise awareness … View more
Join Alzheimers Northland for a Memory Walk!

September is World Alzheimers Month and your chance to show your support for people and their whānau living with dementia in Aotearoa New Zealand. The Memory Walks help us to remember loved ones, show support for affected families, raise awareness for Alzheimers Northland and can help generate much needed funds. It’s also a great way to honour families and community members that have been or are affected by dementia.

Memory Walks are for all ages and abilities. So, join them for a Memory Walk as part of the NorthCloud Whangarei Run/Walk Festival on Sunday, 15 September 2024, and support people living with dementia!

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98 days ago

Soil of Cultures - Back to the Roots - Sunday 15th September 2024

Kristi Neighbourly Lead from Tikipunga

Soil of Cultures initiated 'Back to the Roots', a six-month programme in Whangārei to reconnect Asian migrant communities with their cultural heritage through the mediums of food, stories and art. The conclusion of this programme featured a community exhibition at the Hihiaua Cultural … View moreSoil of Cultures initiated 'Back to the Roots', a six-month programme in Whangārei to reconnect Asian migrant communities with their cultural heritage through the mediums of food, stories and art. The conclusion of this programme featured a community exhibition at the Hihiaua Cultural Centre in June 2024. Grace and Charles will be sharing their story on the Back to the Roots project and the reconnection of Asian migrant communities with their culture through kai.

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98 days ago

Bake Off for Memories - 22 September 2024

Kristi Neighbourly Lead from Tikipunga

Join Alzheimers NZ and Flames Comfort Hotel on September 22nd at 11am in support of Alzheimer’s Awareness Month with a special fundraising event. For just $15, you can attend and even participate in their exciting baking competition. Whether you’re a baking enthusiast or just want to enjoy a … View moreJoin Alzheimers NZ and Flames Comfort Hotel on September 22nd at 11am in support of Alzheimer’s Awareness Month with a special fundraising event. For just $15, you can attend and even participate in their exciting baking competition. Whether you’re a baking enthusiast or just want to enjoy a day of fun, there’s something for everyone with these baking categories:

- Classic Cakes
- Creative Tray Bakes
- A Touch of Nostalgia
- Around the World Baked Goods

Not into baking? No worries! Their event will also feature a variety of engaging talks and presentations from industry experts, including:

- Rosa, our pastry chef, trained at the prestigious Le Corden Bleu in America

- Sandra from Kiwicakes in Whangarei
- Huia from Thermomix

- Prem from Maximised Nutrition

Don’t miss out on this great opportunity to raise money and awareness for a worthy cause.

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98 days ago

tlc4u2's 'All About Accessibility Expo' at the McKay Stadium - 12th December 2024

Kristi Neighbourly Lead from Tikipunga

Come along to tlc4u2's 'All About Accessibility Expo' at the McKay Stadium in Kensington, Whangarei!

Save the date - 12th December 2024

Explore services and equipment available in your community.
- Inclusive 'have a go' sessions
- Health services and information
- … View more
Come along to tlc4u2's 'All About Accessibility Expo' at the McKay Stadium in Kensington, Whangarei!

Save the date - 12th December 2024

Explore services and equipment available in your community.
- Inclusive 'have a go' sessions
- Health services and information
- Wellbeing workshops
- Adaptive equipment on show
- Food on-site
- Lots of spot prices
- And best of all, it's FREE!

For more information, please contact our team:
Olga 027 216 4878 or Sharon 027 304 1339

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98 days ago

Dinosaur garden

Resene

Create your very own mini Jurassic Park with this easy-to-make potted dinosaur garden. Rejuvenate old dinosaur toys that have faded with Resene testpots to help them keep looking good in the harsh sunlight.

Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.
Find out more

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98 days ago

Emergency Services Family Fun Day - Sunday 3 Nov 2024

Kristi Neighbourly Lead from Tikipunga

Save the Date for this years Northland Emergency Services Family Fun Day - Sunday 3rd November 2024 ☀️🚓🚒🚑…

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103 days ago

Q&A: Ask a question about...Online Safety

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Continuing with Neighbourly's online Q&A with experts in their field, this week we are tackling online safety with Jandy Fiske from Netsafe.

Jandy Fiske has been with Netsafe for nearly 8 years. Starting on their helpline, she's now Netsafe's Community Engagement Advisor. … View more
Continuing with Neighbourly's online Q&A with experts in their field, this week we are tackling online safety with Jandy Fiske from Netsafe.

Jandy Fiske has been with Netsafe for nearly 8 years. Starting on their helpline, she's now Netsafe's Community Engagement Advisor. Jandy says: 'I'm passionate about online safety because I strongly oppose bullying and want to support those affected by it.'

Jandy is passionate about protecting vulnerable communities and is promoting online safety to ensure no one falls prey to online scams. She can answer your questions about any type of online scams, and also about online harm such as online bullying.

↓ Ask your question below now and she'll be online on Wednesday, 11th September to reply to you ↓

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109 days ago

Poll: Have you ever had a scary flight?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

A plane flying from Christchurch to Wellington on Sunday had smoke billowing out of the engine and upon landing, passengers had to open the emergency exit and jump out. Have you had any scary flying experiences?

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Have you ever had a scary flight?
  • 53.3% Yes!
    53.3% Complete
  • 46.7% No, it's always been smooth flying
    46.7% Complete
1027 votes
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