Onerahi, Whangarei

Introduce yourself, neighbour!

Introduce yourself, neighbour!

Head to our Know Thy Neighbour page.

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1567 days ago

Concrete Pavers

Kathy from Parua Bay / Whangarei Heads

Coloured concrete pavers, red / gray, 240 x 180 x 40, 600 items +, includes straight and angle off cuts, 027 324 5303

Price: $600

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1568 days ago

This week’s AMI Kind Neighbours are Grant and Annette, nominated by Olga Reid from Stoke.

Neighbourly.co.nz

Neighbourly gems are getting shout outs all over the country on our AMI Kind Neighbour Page. Have you got a good sort worthy of recognition? Get your nominations in here.

“I am 83 living alone. My neighbours Grant and Annette Phillips were wonderful during the lockdown, getting my shopping … View more
Neighbourly gems are getting shout outs all over the country on our AMI Kind Neighbour Page. Have you got a good sort worthy of recognition? Get your nominations in here.

“I am 83 living alone. My neighbours Grant and Annette Phillips were wonderful during the lockdown, getting my shopping and taking me to the dentist when I broke my dentures and had no way of getting them mended. When I needed help in an emergency they were there for me reattaching the connections under my bed which I could not get to.They have taken me to doctors appointments and helped when I needed help in the house after a fall and when my Medic Alarm has been activated.”

1568 days ago

Bridget Simmonds: Friends mark birthday with donations

Denise Piper Reporter from Whangārei Leader

Friends of alleged murder victim Bridget Simmonds have marked what would have been her 44th birthday with $44 donations to her family - see story for more details.

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1568 days ago

Back to school

NumberWorks'nWords Whangarei

As we come to the end of the second week of Term 3, some type of "New Normal" should be a part of your routine.
Now is the time to give us a call if your children are finding it hard to adjust to being back at school and trying to keep up. Don't let this feeling steal their … View more
As we come to the end of the second week of Term 3, some type of "New Normal" should be a part of your routine.
Now is the time to give us a call if your children are finding it hard to adjust to being back at school and trying to keep up. Don't let this feeling steal their confidence.
We have no-cost, no-obligation evaluations available every day. Give us a call today - we would love to help!

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1568 days ago

Lead and inspire the next generation

Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi

Study in Northland!

Meet Jasmine (Te Rarawa, Te Aupouri, Ngāpuhi, Ngāti Hine) who shares “Awanuiārangi offered an accessible teaching programme that meant I didn't have to move away from home in North Hokianga. I’ve grown personally and professionally through my studies making my … View more
Study in Northland!

Meet Jasmine (Te Rarawa, Te Aupouri, Ngāpuhi, Ngāti Hine) who shares “Awanuiārangi offered an accessible teaching programme that meant I didn't have to move away from home in North Hokianga. I’ve grown personally and professionally through my studies making my whānau/hapū proud. I was employed by a school immediately after completing, am now focusing on my teacher registration, and planning to return to study for a Master of Indigenous Studies

You too can help facilitate the learning journey of future leaders. Study with us in 2021 and become a teacher!
Find out more

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1570 days ago

Reservoirs have recovered - thank you for saving water

The Team from Whangarei District Council

You did it! Take a bubble-bath, wash the car, water-blast the steps.

Your efforts helped our team get the treatment plants running again after the storm, and now we're processing enough water to keep the reservoirs full.

We can all ease back on saving water now. Thank you for your efforts. … View more
You did it! Take a bubble-bath, wash the car, water-blast the steps.

Your efforts helped our team get the treatment plants running again after the storm, and now we're processing enough water to keep the reservoirs full.

We can all ease back on saving water now. Thank you for your efforts. Now go ahead and do the laundry, do the dishes, and hose down your muddy kids!

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1569 days ago

Electric Van for sale

Sheila from Parua Bay / Whangarei Heads

We are selling our super economic electric van. Here is the basic info for anyone interested:
2016. 5 seat (seats can be removed for more goods space) ENV200 white van. 47000 km. 100% SOH ( that is state of batteries health.) New WOF . $22,000 Taxed until March 21. Very clean, only used for … View more
We are selling our super economic electric van. Here is the basic info for anyone interested:
2016. 5 seat (seats can be removed for more goods space) ENV200 white van. 47000 km. 100% SOH ( that is state of batteries health.) New WOF . $22,000 Taxed until March 21. Very clean, only used for domestic purposes. Very cheap to run. Range of approx 120km
email b.hive0174@gmail.com

Price: $22,000

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1569 days ago

Whangarei Patchworkers and Quilters Club Exhibition

Lynne from Maunu

In spite of Covid, our biennial show will go ahead 11,12,13th Sept at Forum North. Not just a quilt show, you will be amazed at the quality and variety of textile art as well as beautiful quilts of all shapes and sizes. Bag raffle proceeds to go to the Native Bird Recovery Centre.

WPQ Poster 2020.pdf Download View

1570 days ago

Andy McNabb Book Review

Alison from Parua Bay / Whangarei Heads

How eerie it was for me straight after Covid lockdown here in NZ, to get out this 2019 publication set in Queenstown about the US wealthy, building get-away homes with safety- bunkers-basments, being built in case of the worlds business empires, governments and criminals running … View moreHow eerie it was for me straight after Covid lockdown here in NZ, to get out this 2019 publication set in Queenstown about the US wealthy, building get-away homes with safety- bunkers-basments, being built in case of the worlds business empires, governments and criminals running amok."Whatever It Takes"- a wonderful read based on possible scenarios we all hope will never happen, thoroughly recommend the latest from a very well known author.

1579 days ago

Storm Impact - Critical water use only

The Team from Whangarei District Council

Water must be saved for critical use only after storm flooding has disabled two of our three water-treatment plants.

Please use fresh-water supplies only for drinking, drinking and essential hygiene. This is expected to last until Monday 20 July - updates to follow.

Other information including … View more
Water must be saved for critical use only after storm flooding has disabled two of our three water-treatment plants.

Please use fresh-water supplies only for drinking, drinking and essential hygiene. This is expected to last until Monday 20 July - updates to follow.

Other information including road-closures and repairs are at this link.
www.wdc.govt.nz...

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1570 days ago

Want to help create kinder connected communities?

Neighbourly.co.nz

With The Sunday Star Times, we’ve launched a survey to find out how lonely and connected Kiwis feel, take part here and you could win a $100 Prezzy® card Take the survey

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1571 days ago

Petition to the government to fully fund St John Ambulance

Oliver Neighbourly Lead from One Tree Point

A week ago Pauline Latta from Dunedin started this petition to the government, to fully fund St John Ambulance.
You can read about the background here, and sign and share it online if you'd like to support it.

1571 days ago

Whangarei Film Society - screenings for August

Geoff from Central Whangarei

Good People
Please find attached a flyer for the films we are screening during August.
Hope to see you there.
Geoff

WFS screenings August 2020.pdf Download View

1571 days ago

A gift from the sunny North to the citizens of Christchurch & Dunedin

Alison Shrigley Reporter from Whangārei Leader

Terry Ward and the Lions Club team were a hive of activity this morning receiving bags, boxes and lots more of local citrus that is loaded onto a truck (courtesy of Mainfreight) and bound for Christchurch and Dunedin. Mainly lemons and oranges to keep our South Island friends healthy this Winter!
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Terry Ward and the Lions Club team were a hive of activity this morning receiving bags, boxes and lots more of local citrus that is loaded onto a truck (courtesy of Mainfreight) and bound for Christchurch and Dunedin. Mainly lemons and oranges to keep our South Island friends healthy this Winter!

GREAT teamwork with the help of One Agency Whangarei, Mainfreight and of course the Lions Club - plus our community who gave their Citrus to the South Island,

1573 days ago

How the Office for Seniors can help

Office for Seniors

Hi Neighbours!

Our Office sits within the Ministry for Social Development. Our role is to improve the lives of older people across New Zealand by providing helpful information, promoting the wellbeing and concerns of seniors and increasing awareness of the issues facing our ageing population. We… View more
Hi Neighbours!

Our Office sits within the Ministry for Social Development. Our role is to improve the lives of older people across New Zealand by providing helpful information, promoting the wellbeing and concerns of seniors and increasing awareness of the issues facing our ageing population. We are here to help!

For useful information, opportunities and stories about seniors, sign up to our SuperSeniors Newsletter here: bit.ly...

Read our Better Later Life strategy, which guides our work to help make the future better for New Zealanders as we age: bit.ly...

We have lots of helpful resources on getting an Enduring Power of Attorney (EPA) on our website: bit.ly...

We are working on making our communities more Age-friendly. Find out about our Community Connects grants here: bit.ly...

Our website also includes important information on Elder Abuse and where to get help: bit.ly...

We know some people don't like Facebook, and that's ok. If you have an account, you can like our page for regular updates, and some fun stuff too! : www.facebook.com...

If you have a question, or would like more information, whether you are over-65, or if you have a close family member or friend who is a senior, you can email us at: osc@msd.govt.nz

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