Raumanga, Whangarei

Win $20,000 makeover CLOSES 31 Dec 2024

Win $20,000 makeover CLOSES 31 Dec 2024

Apply up to $2,000 for new flooring for your organisation.

460 days ago

Do you remember?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The Rugby World Cup is underway, are you a fan?

New Zealand's All Blacks have won the RWC three times - 1987, 2011 and 2015. Do you remember these? Whether you were in the grandstand or on the couch, tell us what you remember of these historic moments...

Image
456 days ago

Whangarei Film Society - screenings for Thursday September 28th

Geoff from Central Whangarei

Good People

For Thursday, the 28th September at 6pm we are screening the mouth-watering French drama, Sugar and Stars.

Our 8pm screening is the inspiring Indian movie, Last Film Show.

Sugar and Stars
France, Drama, (English subtitles), 2022, 105 mins, Rated M

Ever since he could … View more
Good People

For Thursday, the 28th September at 6pm we are screening the mouth-watering French drama, Sugar and Stars.

Our 8pm screening is the inspiring Indian movie, Last Film Show.

Sugar and Stars
France, Drama, (English subtitles), 2022, 105 mins, Rated M

Ever since he could remember, Yazid has held a dream of becoming a world-class pastry chef. However, his early years, spent in a range of foster homes, seems a world away from a career in patisserie.

But his childhood has made Yazid resourceful and he forms a plan, determined to find work doing any job available in a top restaurant in Paris and get the training he seeks.

"An uplifting film about overcoming obstacles to achieve your dreams."
Observer

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

Tickets: Door sales only. Price: $10 for WFS members, $15 for non members. Cash only please - no Eftpos/credit card services available.

Visit whangareifilmsociety.org and sign up for our free weekly email for information on our films and screening dates for 2023.

457 days ago

Welfare policy

Glen from Central Whangarei

I have emailed this to the top five political parties

I intend to ask all political parties to respond to a report I have written on disabled people and marginalisation in New Zealand. A Comprehensive Analysis by Glen McMillan
I have produced five books. Some are now used as training manuals; … View more
I have emailed this to the top five political parties

I intend to ask all political parties to respond to a report I have written on disabled people and marginalisation in New Zealand. A Comprehensive Analysis by Glen McMillan
I have produced five books. Some are now used as training manuals; all are available as e-books or PDF downloads from my website, www.childrenwithdisability.co.nz....
My book, Disabled People and Marginalisation in New Zealand, contains facts and statistics on the connection between crime and disability. I have used appropriate illustrations.
I would like you to please read the book or PDF. It is full of facts and statistics with links to government websites. I would also like you to read the other four books if you want to be in government. These are issues that need attention.
Five books
1# Disabled People and Marginalisation in New Zealand A Comprehensive Analysis by Glen McMillan
2: Inclusive Beginnings: Preparing Schools for Children with Diverse Abilities An Effective Guide by Glen McMillan 2023
3: Transitioning young disabled people into the workforce An effective guide by Glen McMillan
#4: The top ten most common learning disabilities
#5: Mysteries of the Human Body A Journey into Rare Disorders
All are available here. www.childrenwithdisability.co.nz...


Glen McMillan
CEO: Children with Disability New Zealand
www.childrenwithdisability.co.nz...
childrenwithdisabilitynz@gmail.com
61 Riverside Drive
Riverside
Whangarei
0112
021 685 400
www.glenmcmillan.co.nz...

Disabled People and Marginalisation in New Zealand A Comprehensive Analysis by Glen McMillan.pdf Download View

458 days ago

Right to Repair Survey

Melissa from Parua Bay / Whangarei Heads

Kia ora,
Repair Café Aotearoa NZ invites you to take part in a survey with a focus on repair. We are keen to understand the attitudes, awareness and behaviours around repairing things. This will help us in advancing better repair options in Aotearoa and support Right to Repair legislation.

It… View more
Kia ora,
Repair Café Aotearoa NZ invites you to take part in a survey with a focus on repair. We are keen to understand the attitudes, awareness and behaviours around repairing things. This will help us in advancing better repair options in Aotearoa and support Right to Repair legislation.

It only takes less than 3 minutes of your time.

COMPLETE THE SURVEY
docs.google.com...

SHARE the survey link with your friends and family and colleagues and anyone you think might be interested in taking part in the REPAIR SURVEY. Thanks!

We appreciate your support of the work by Repair Café Aotearoa NZ.

Brigitte
Repair Café Aotearoa NZ

456 days ago

SPCA's half-price dog adoption week starts tomorrow!

The Team from SPCA Whangarei - Centre & Op Shops

From tomorrow, 23 September, we will be offering 50% off adoption fees on canines in all of our centres nationwide - but only until 1 October!

If you've been thinking about adopting a puppy or dog from SPCA, now is the perfect time. We have hundreds of beautiful BFFs-to-be in our care right… View more
From tomorrow, 23 September, we will be offering 50% off adoption fees on canines in all of our centres nationwide - but only until 1 October!

If you've been thinking about adopting a puppy or dog from SPCA, now is the perfect time. We have hundreds of beautiful BFFs-to-be in our care right now, all patiently waiting for their forever home.

Start scrolling through all the adoption profiles on our website today and find the perfect fit for your family. Get 100% of the love, for 50% of the fee!

456 days ago

Bright new start

The Team from Resene ColorShop Whangarei

Lighten and brighten a dull, old wooden floor with Resene Colorwood Whitewash.

Find out how to get the whitewashed look in your home with this easy project.

Image
457 days ago

Tsunami Sirens testing on Sunday 24 September

The Team from Whangarei District Council

If you're near the coast this Sunday you might hear the annual test of our Tsunami sirens. 📢

Do you live in a tsunami zone? Make a plan - start here:
www.nrc.govt.nz...

Image
S
457 days ago

Phone charging cable

Shona from Kamo

2.0m long cable with rotatin magnetic heads.

Price: $15

Image
457 days ago

Have you got a favourite family recipe for strawberries?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours, we're looking forward to spring and summer, and strawberries! Well, right now particularly we are looking for strawberry recipes for the magazine. Send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz by September 17, 2023. Every published recipe wins a copy of the November issue of… View moreDear neighbours, we're looking forward to spring and summer, and strawberries! Well, right now particularly we are looking for strawberry recipes for the magazine. Send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz by September 17, 2023. Every published recipe wins a copy of the November issue of NZ Gardener.

Image
461 days ago

Poll: When's too early for DIY?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We can all generally agree that noise from loud music or parties in the early hours of Sunday is a no-no. But when is it okay to fire up the power tools, leaf blower or lawn mower on a Sunday morning?

Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the We Say You Say… View more
We can all generally agree that noise from loud music or parties in the early hours of Sunday is a no-no. But when is it okay to fire up the power tools, leaf blower or lawn mower on a Sunday morning?

Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the We Say You Say column of your local paper.

Image
When's too early for DIY?
  • 5.7% Afternoons are for DIY. Never mornings.
    5.7% Complete
  • 30.8% Anytime before 10am is too early.
    30.8% Complete
  • 25.7% 8am is early, but acceptable.
    25.7% Complete
  • 37.8% I'd let them away with 9am.
    37.8% Complete
1835 votes
459 days ago

FREEDOM. FAMILY. FARMING.

DemocracyNZ

Your candidate vote for me in Northland will help support a change of Govt.

I was your MP from 2017-20, and with your support, I will be a relentless advocate for Northland again in Parliament.

I am a farmer and was a police officer for 14 years. I have run businesses and I understand rural … View more
Your candidate vote for me in Northland will help support a change of Govt.

I was your MP from 2017-20, and with your support, I will be a relentless advocate for Northland again in Parliament.

I am a farmer and was a police officer for 14 years. I have run businesses and I understand rural New Zealand.

As a Party Leader and your MP for Northland, I will:
- Stand up for farmers and rural NZ.
- Prioritise front line policing.
- Ensure Northland is connected with a four-lane highway.
- Uphold the Bill of Rights, ensuring free speech, no mandates & no to co-governance.

Find out more about what we stand for here:
Find out more

Image
459 days ago

ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT PROTECTING YOUR MATTRESS & PILLOWS

Jay from Beds4U Whangarei

The mattress and pillows we lay on are essential for our sleep quality, yet many of us don't put much thought into protecting them. That's why we took a closer look at mattress and pillow protectors. You'll find everything you need to know here, from different types of mattress and … View moreThe mattress and pillows we lay on are essential for our sleep quality, yet many of us don't put much thought into protecting them. That's why we took a closer look at mattress and pillow protectors. You'll find everything you need to know here, from different types of mattress and pillow protectors to when to replace them.

Image
459 days ago

👉 BIG BED DEALS 👈

Beds & More Factory Outlet Shop Whangarei

M5 Adjustable Bed Long Single with Pocket Spring Mattress $2190
M5 Adjustable Bed Long Single with MV200 Mattress $2630

OR

M5 Adjustable Bed King Single with Pocket Spring Mattress $2550
M5 Adjustable Bed King Single with MV200 Mattress $2750

Price includes LOCAL DELIVERY!
Get 5% extra… View more
M5 Adjustable Bed Long Single with Pocket Spring Mattress $2190
M5 Adjustable Bed Long Single with MV200 Mattress $2630

OR

M5 Adjustable Bed King Single with Pocket Spring Mattress $2550
M5 Adjustable Bed King Single with MV200 Mattress $2750

Price includes LOCAL DELIVERY!
Get 5% extra Discount with Super Gold Card! 💸💰

(headboard sold separately)

Image
459 days ago

Join now and join the fun

Natasha Judd from Cancer Society Northland

NORTHLAND WASTE
Kerikeri Half Marathon
The Northland Waste Kerikeri Half Marathon is an iconic feature on the Northland events calendar. Starting in Okaihau the 21.1km course makes its way through a rolling countryside to finish in the centre of town at the Kerikeri Domain.

By joining the … View more
NORTHLAND WASTE
Kerikeri Half Marathon
The Northland Waste Kerikeri Half Marathon is an iconic feature on the Northland events calendar. Starting in Okaihau the 21.1km course makes its way through a rolling countryside to finish in the centre of town at the Kerikeri Domain.

By joining the Cancer Society team, your fundraising will ensure that the 71 New Zealanders a day who are diagnosed with cancer will not go through it alone.

Sign up to fundraise for the Cancer Society and receive a 20% discount code for Kerikeri Half Marathon. www.youcanforcancer.org.nz...

Image
459 days ago

Recycle for good at the Red Cross shop in Dargaville

The Team from Red Cross Shop Whangarei

Red Cross shops are celebrating NZ Recycle Week! Pop in and we’ll prove that you don’t always have to buy new when you can get a great quality pre-loved option for a fraction of the original price while doing good. Come in and see us at the Red Cross shop 48 Victoria Street in Dargaville. We … View moreRed Cross shops are celebrating NZ Recycle Week! Pop in and we’ll prove that you don’t always have to buy new when you can get a great quality pre-loved option for a fraction of the original price while doing good. Come in and see us at the Red Cross shop 48 Victoria Street in Dargaville. We are open 9.30am to 3.30pm week days and 9am to 1pm Saturday.

Image
Top