Onerahi, Whangarei

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133 days ago

Future Development Strategy consultation

The Team from Whangarei District Council

Consultation is open on our draft Future Development Strategy, a roadmap for managing growth over the next 30 years.

Ever thought about city layout, housing types, protecting rural areas or future industries? Or even just wondered how you'd like Whangarei District to look when you're … View more
Consultation is open on our draft Future Development Strategy, a roadmap for managing growth over the next 30 years.

Ever thought about city layout, housing types, protecting rural areas or future industries? Or even just wondered how you'd like Whangarei District to look when you're 30 years older? This consultation is for you.

We're running three drop-in sessions to discuss the draft face-to-face:
💬 14 August 2024, 05:00 PM to 06:30 PM
Kamo High School Library, 1 Wilkinson Avenue, Te Kamo
💬 19 August 2024, 05:00 PM to 06:30 PM
Te Iwitahi (the civic building), 9 Rust Avenue
💬 22 August 2024, 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM
Bream Bay Community Support Trust, 9 Takutai Place, Ruakākā

Or you can download the whole draft (or the summary), see the consultation schedule and have your say here:
www.wdc.govt.nz...

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129 days ago

Whau Valley Dam is completely full

The Team from Whangarei District Council

Despite lower-than-average rainfall so far in 2024, this reservoir of over 1.8 million cubic metres reached full capcity earlier this month.

The Whau Valley Dam is directly connected to our new Whau Valley Water Treatment Plant which supplies reservoirs throughout the Whangārei Supply Area. The… View more
Despite lower-than-average rainfall so far in 2024, this reservoir of over 1.8 million cubic metres reached full capcity earlier this month.

The Whau Valley Dam is directly connected to our new Whau Valley Water Treatment Plant which supplies reservoirs throughout the Whangārei Supply Area. The Bream Bay area is serviced by Wilson's Dam (also full).

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134 days ago

Road repairs

The Team from Whangarei District Council

Several of the 172 road sites sealed last summer have since lost patches of chip, causing problems for drivers, council and our contractors.

We are keeping the sites as safe as possible while the weather and temperatures improve enough for permanent repairs.

This includes weekly checks when… View more
Several of the 172 road sites sealed last summer have since lost patches of chip, causing problems for drivers, council and our contractors.

We are keeping the sites as safe as possible while the weather and temperatures improve enough for permanent repairs.

This includes weekly checks when contractors are sweeping or removing loose chip as required.

Some sites have continued to lose chip quite rapidly after a sweep. This can make it look like they have not been swept. We arrange re-sweeps when that happens.

We have put temporary traffic management in place for the high speed rural environments where this happened, with signs warning drivers of the hazard and announcing speed limits.

Under the terms of our contracts, the cost of this management and safety work, and the final permanent repairs, are being carried by the relevant contractors – not Council or the ratepayer.

We are investigating the reason for these failures so we can avoid these situations in future.

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129 days ago

TV Reception

Cushla from Tikipunga

Whats going on with the TV reception up here?????

128 days ago

Poll: Sleep Struggles: Share Your Top Obstacle!

Jay from Beds4U Whangarei

Hi Neighbours, We all face challenges when getting a good night’s rest.

We want to hear from you whether it's stress, noise, an uncomfortable mattress, or an irregular sleep schedule! Vote below your top sleep obstacle and share how you’re overcoming it.

Your insights might help … View more
Hi Neighbours, We all face challenges when getting a good night’s rest.

We want to hear from you whether it's stress, noise, an uncomfortable mattress, or an irregular sleep schedule! Vote below your top sleep obstacle and share how you’re overcoming it.

Your insights might help others find a better night’s sleep!

#beds4u #sleep

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Sleep Struggles: Share Your Top Obstacle!
  • 51.4% Stress and anxiety
    51.4% Complete
  • 12.2% Noisy environment
    12.2% Complete
  • 12.2% Uncomfortable mattress
    12.2% Complete
  • 24.3% Irregular sleep schedule
    24.3% Complete
74 votes
130 days ago

Keep yourself protected against Covid.

Health New Zealand

It might not be making quite so many headlines these days, but unfortunately, Covid is still here. If you’re 65 or over, taking care of yourself is just as important as ever.

The good news is, the Covid vaccine can help protect you from serious illness. It’s free, and recommended for you and… View more
It might not be making quite so many headlines these days, but unfortunately, Covid is still here. If you’re 65 or over, taking care of yourself is just as important as ever.

The good news is, the Covid vaccine can help protect you from serious illness. It’s free, and recommended for you and many others as long as you haven’t had the vaccine, or Covid, in the last 6 months.

To book your vaccination, go to BookMyVaccine.nz or talk to your healthcare provider.
Find out more

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131 days ago

New lottery, new home

Heart Foundation Lottery

For only $15 a ticket, you could win this brand-new, fully furnished Jennian home located in the picturesque Cooks Beach, Coromandel.

Valued at over $1.2 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… View more
For only $15 a ticket, you could win this brand-new, fully furnished Jennian home located in the picturesque Cooks Beach, Coromandel.

Valued at over $1.2 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 owner.

Make this property your permanent residence, a holiday home, a rental, or simply sell it!

Get your tickets today at heartlottery.org.nz
Find out more

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132 days ago

Consumer

Cushla from Tikipunga

Congratulations to the Tikipunga Bakehouse for winning the best pie award in Whangarei today. Well done you are the best.

132 days ago

Whangarei Film Society - screenings for Thursday August 15th

Geoff from Central Whangarei

Good People

On Thursday the 15th August at 6pm, WFS will be screening the dramatic comedy, The Great Escaper, the final film in the careers of both Michael Caine and Glenda Jackson.

Our 8pm screening is the inspiring French film, Divertimento, a heart-warming tale of Zahia Ziouani, an … View more
Good People

On Thursday the 15th August at 6pm, WFS will be screening the dramatic comedy, The Great Escaper, the final film in the careers of both Michael Caine and Glenda Jackson.

Our 8pm screening is the inspiring French film, Divertimento, a heart-warming tale of Zahia Ziouani, an Algerian immigrant growing up in Paris, whose love for music inspires her to try to join the French National orchestra.

THE GREAT ESCAPER
UK/FRANCE, 2023, Comedic Drama
96 mins, Rated M
Cast: Michael Caine, Glenda Jackson

This heart warming story is based on the life British World War II Navy veteran, Bernard Jordan.

The year is 2014 and with commemorations due to take place for the 70th anniversary of D-Day in France, Bernie is heartbroken. He's in no condition to attend as he is about to turn 90 and living out his days in a nursing home in Suffolk.

Undeterred, Bernie hatches a plan to break out of his nursing home to secretly attend the ceremony in France to give a heartfelt goodbye to a fallen friend. Along the way, he's aided by strangers, makes new friends and the news of his "escape" makes him an international sensation.

Beautiful, enchanting and sublimely performed. - IMDB

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

Showing at Forum North, 7 Rust Ave Whangarei on Thursday 15th August at 6pm and Thursday 29th August 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

133 days ago

Product recalls

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Hi neighbours! Here are some product recalls from the past 2 weeks. Click on the title of these to bring up specific details of the recall.

Food:
Harvest Snaps brand Baked Pea Crisps
Raymons Mince Pies and Sausage Rolls
Kings Finest Small Batch Liqueur brand Advocaat
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Hi neighbours! Here are some product recalls from the past 2 weeks. Click on the title of these to bring up specific details of the recall.

Food:
Harvest Snaps brand Baked Pea Crisps
Raymons Mince Pies and Sausage Rolls
Kings Finest Small Batch Liqueur brand Advocaat
King brand Traditional Soup Mix Gluten Free Vegetable
Pavillion brand Beef and Gravy Pies
Henderson Dairy brand Farm Fresh Raw Milk (unpasteurised)

Products:
Serene S2068 Bathroom Heater.
Rylee and Cru Pyjama set
Avanti Bikes
Kale Airmove Fan

Ensure you check your household items to ensure you aren't consuming or using anything harmful.

133 days ago

Pay No Weekly Fee Until 2026*

Jane Mander Retirement Village

Purchase an occupation right to an independent apartment or townhouse at a participating Ryman Village before 30 September 2024 and you won’t pay your fixed base weekly fee until 2026*.

That’s great financial certainty — you won't pay rates, water rates, building insurance, … View more
Purchase an occupation right to an independent apartment or townhouse at a participating Ryman Village before 30 September 2024 and you won’t pay your fixed base weekly fee until 2026*.

That’s great financial certainty — you won't pay rates, water rates, building insurance, maintenance fees and more.

Click to read more about this limited time offer.

*Participating villages only, Ts & Cs and exclusions apply

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133 days ago

Kerosene heater

Chris from Kamo

Would like to purchase a kerosene heater for my greenhouse

133 days ago

Revamp a cot

The Team from Resene ColorShop Whangarei

Give an old cot a new lease of life in fresh Resene paint colours with this easy makeover project.

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134 days ago

Want to Know Thy Neighbour?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Look at these lovely faces around New Zealand who have introduced themselves on our Know Thy Neighbour page. We all love learning about the people around us and we want you to join in too!

So share a photo and a little bit about yourself so your neighbours can (virtually) meet you!
Introduce yourself here

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134 days ago

Want to put your fruit and veges to good use?

NZ Gardener

Is your garden producing more fruit and veg than you know what to do with? Or are you simply wanting to add more to your cooking? NZ Gardener has teamed up with Upstart Press this August with a great subscription offer to help you out!

Subscribe to NZ Gardener for 1 or 2 years and you’ll … View more
Is your garden producing more fruit and veg than you know what to do with? Or are you simply wanting to add more to your cooking? NZ Gardener has teamed up with Upstart Press this August with a great subscription offer to help you out!

Subscribe to NZ Gardener for 1 or 2 years and you’ll receive the Abundance plant-based recipe book by Anna Valentine. Abundance offers over 100 recipes that are filling, healthy and packed with flavour, plus enjoy your monthly dose of NZ Gardener magazine - the perfect combo. T&Cs apply.

The team at NZ Gardener
Find out more

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