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Rangihoua Heritage Park is about 2 hours from Whangārei and includes Marsden Cross. It is unofficially the birthplace of the nation after hosting the first Christian service in 1814, which started the first European settlement. Have you been to Rangihoua Heritage Park and taken the walk down to … View moreRangihoua Heritage Park is about 2 hours from Whangārei and includes Marsden Cross. It is unofficially the birthplace of the nation after hosting the first Christian service in 1814, which started the first European settlement. Have you been to Rangihoua Heritage Park and taken the walk down to Marsden Cross? What do you think of it?
Whether it’s summer or winter, throwing a cocktail party is always a good idea. Add to the fun with these colourful coasters painted using Resene testpots – they’re so easy to DIY.
Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how to create your… View moreWhether it’s summer or winter, throwing a cocktail party is always a good idea. Add to the fun with these colourful coasters painted using Resene testpots – they’re so easy to DIY.
Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how to create your own.
Tēnā koutou Northland,
How consistent are you with the COVID Tracer App?
Several businesses and other industries have asked consumers to continue using the Ministry of Health's COVID Tracer App as the number of QR code scans drops off over the summer months.
The Ministry of Health … View moreTēnā koutou Northland,
How consistent are you with the COVID Tracer App?
Several businesses and other industries have asked consumers to continue using the Ministry of Health's COVID Tracer App as the number of QR code scans drops off over the summer months.
The Ministry of Health reported that national scans on January 19 were down to around 640,400. Scans peaked between September 4 and 5 where over 2.5 million scans were registered.
With more contagious strains of Covid-19 being detected in managed isolation facilities, District Health Boards across the country are encouraging business owners to get their patrons to sign in in order to maintain their ability to contract trace in the event of a community outbreak.
Share your thoughts below and don't forget to type NFP if you don't want your comment featured in the Conversations section of your local community paper.
Date: Saturday, 30th January 2021 - 10.00am
Place: 1734 Tinopai Rd, Tinopai, Northland
Viewing: Friday 29th January 1.00pm - 4.00pm and 8.30am day of sale
Includes:
1923 Model T utility, 1963 Bedford CAL pop top Dormobile, 1995 Mk 1 Ford Zephyr Zodiac, 1987 Ford Cabriolet 2 door soft top, … View moreDate: Saturday, 30th January 2021 - 10.00am
Place: 1734 Tinopai Rd, Tinopai, Northland
Viewing: Friday 29th January 1.00pm - 4.00pm and 8.30am day of sale
Includes:
1923 Model T utility, 1963 Bedford CAL pop top Dormobile, 1995 Mk 1 Ford Zephyr Zodiac, 1987 Ford Cabriolet 2 door soft top, 1953 Mk 1 Ford Zephyr 6, 1936 Ford V8 Deluxe, 1928 Model A Roadster utility, Model T 1 ton truck plus model T skeleton for parts, 1956 Humber 80, 1940's ex Canadian Air Force Ford 4x4 bomb carrier Ford 6 engine, Early 1950's TD9 Bulldozer, 1950 Fordson Major P6 Perkins engine & Howard rotary hoe, 1948 Fordson E27N tractor, 1948 Fordson E27N tractor with rear mounted crane,1958 Fordson tractor fitted with D800 motor & rear slasher, Vintage Consolidated Pneumatic compressor with 3 cylinder Ruston motor, Compton Engineering (Ruawai) 2 tonne spreader, Horse drawn small scarifier, Hand push lawn mowers, Assorted signs, A large quantity of assorted spare parts, engines, transmissions etc. for model T's, Model A's, Ford V8's, Ford Zephyr's, and Fordson tractors and so much more.
The Auction will be live online for prebidding from Thursday 21st January. Bid prices will be inclusive of GST. A buyers premium of 11.5% including GST will apply to all purchases.
For further enquiries contact Tony 027 293-6411 or visit our website.
'It is important to Vote'.
I say this because when you do, you are invested in the people you want to represent you.
I am standing for the Whangarei Urban vacancy for the Northland Regional Council (NRC) I have been asked often " What precisely does the NRC do?" and "What … View more'It is important to Vote'.
I say this because when you do, you are invested in the people you want to represent you.
I am standing for the Whangarei Urban vacancy for the Northland Regional Council (NRC) I have been asked often " What precisely does the NRC do?" and "What will you do make a difference?"
I can answer this. www.youtube.com... is the video I was shown at our Candidate information session and makes it clearer what you will be voting for in this coming by-election - someone who will represent you and who can be trusted to make decisions for the best possible outcomes for Northland.
BE HEARD, BE SAFE, THRIVE
I am invested in our community. I live in our community and I have brought up my children in this community. We survive and thrive through our environment, and I want us all to be well and loving our lives.
Fiona Douglas for NRC www.facebook.com...
Has anyone ever seen something like the image below in an older Kiwi home? Does anyone remember them from their childhood? These strange slots allowed you to rid yourself of an old razor and never think of it again...but it also meant, years down the track, that someone renovating would be in for a… View moreHas anyone ever seen something like the image below in an older Kiwi home? Does anyone remember them from their childhood? These strange slots allowed you to rid yourself of an old razor and never think of it again...but it also meant, years down the track, that someone renovating would be in for a nasty, rusty surprise.
I'm certain I've seen something like this here in Aotearoa-NZ, but can't for the life of me recall where. It was in the back of the medicine cupboard. Let us know if you've seen, had - or have - one in your home.
This morning I received an email from NZ Transport Agency <nzta.govt.nz@connect.com.fj>.
NZTA have confirmed it is a scam.
Please be wary and check that the address the email is coming from is the correct address. In this case it should be @nzta.govt.nz
If you think the email is legit but … View moreThis morning I received an email from NZ Transport Agency <nzta.govt.nz@connect.com.fj>.
NZTA have confirmed it is a scam.
Please be wary and check that the address the email is coming from is the correct address. In this case it should be @nzta.govt.nz
If you think the email is legit but not 100% sure don't click on the link in the email but go to the organization's correct website.
Hi Neighbours!
The Becoming an Age Friendly Business Implementation Guide is now available on our website, providing practical guidance for businesses, services and communities interested in putting an age friendly business programme in place in their city or stores.
If you are thinking about … View moreHi Neighbours!
The Becoming an Age Friendly Business Implementation Guide is now available on our website, providing practical guidance for businesses, services and communities interested in putting an age friendly business programme in place in their city or stores.
If you are thinking about developing an Age friendly Business programme or have more questions about how to get involved, get in touch with us at osc@msd.govt.nz.
Solidly made wooden gates 1500mm high - left hand gate 1135mm wide and right hand gate 1700mm wide. Rubber wheel on wider gate, galv hinges, drop bolts both gates plus new galv striker type latch. Made approx 14 months ago with new framing timber and recycled palings from old gates and fence. … View moreSolidly made wooden gates 1500mm high - left hand gate 1135mm wide and right hand gate 1700mm wide. Rubber wheel on wider gate, galv hinges, drop bolts both gates plus new galv striker type latch. Made approx 14 months ago with new framing timber and recycled palings from old gates and fence. Wanting $80 for the pair, well worth the money.
The rest of the existing fence is free for the taking. Used palings - there's approx 88 at 1500mm high x 150mm wide x 15mm thick and they've still got some life in them if you like rustic and free. There's probably recoverable post and rail timber in there as well. Have a part 10 litre pail of fence paint/stain to match the dark colour that's free with the lot as well.
Need to get the fence removed by the 29th of January. I'm around for the removal with power tools etc if anything needs cutting up. We're in the inner city behind the District Court Building. Call Pete on 021-755705.
Hey neighbours,
Who's foiling and who's failing?
Stuff's America's Cup correspondent Duncan Johnstone brings you all the action from on and off the water, delivered to your inbox every Monday.
Subscribe to our weekly newsletter (for free) here.
Senior Chef - cooking and nutrition classes for over 60's. We have a few spaces left on our course starting on 18th February. Come and join us for a social, informative, hands on class. Call us to reserve a space. 4376397
The great kiwi deck, every home should have one. But there's a decking debate raging in DIY and Reno circles: Should the grooves go up or down?
We think we've settled the argument here.
An opportunity for someone to restore this old Rocker at least 80years old.
It is free to anyone.
Today is Winnie the Pooh Day! DID YOU KNOW....
Everyone's favorite honey-loving bear in a red crop top has been around since 1926, when A. A. Milne released his first collection of short stories.
Back in 1914, a Canadian veterinarian named Lt. Harry Colebourn bought a real bear for $20 while … View moreToday is Winnie the Pooh Day! DID YOU KNOW....
Everyone's favorite honey-loving bear in a red crop top has been around since 1926, when A. A. Milne released his first collection of short stories.
Back in 1914, a Canadian veterinarian named Lt. Harry Colebourn bought a real bear for $20 while serving in WWI. He named his new pet Winnie, after his native Winnipeg, and the cub ended up serving as a mascot for the regiment while he was stationed in England.
However, when the soldier left for France, he left Winnie behind where it was safer at the London Zoo.
A.A. Milne's son, Christopher Robin, saw the Canadian bear saw at the London Zoo and named a stuffed bear toy he owned, 'Winnie'.
The "Pooh" part of Winnie's name actually came from a swan. But the exact origin is hard to pinpoint: Some sources say that the Milne family met a swan named Pooh on vacation, and Milne also refers to a swan named "Pooh" in his poem called "The Mirror." "Christopher Robin, who feeds this swan in the mornings, has given him the name of 'Pooh,'" Milne wrote. "This is a very fine name for a swan, because, if you call him and he doesn't come (which is a thing swans are good at), then you can pretend that you were just saying 'Pooh!' to show him how little you wanted him."
So that was how Winnie the Pooh's name came about! The storybook character, Winnie the Pooh, was inspired by a stuffed bear A. A. Milne's son owned.
And for all those neiighbours out there - Have a wonderful Monday.
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