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Does anyone want the old church organ from the pioneer memorial church in Ruatangata. It stopped working some time ago and they got another so no one looked to see what is wrong with it. The power does turn on. Free to someone that would like to repair it. I have no knowledge about it sorry. Heavy,… View moreDoes anyone want the old church organ from the pioneer memorial church in Ruatangata. It stopped working some time ago and they got another so no one looked to see what is wrong with it. The power does turn on. Free to someone that would like to repair it. I have no knowledge about it sorry. Heavy, you will need 2 men to move it. Pick up within 7 days essential.
We Kiwis love our backyard. Whether it's our own gardens, parks or our big Kiwi backyard. Because we love it, we want to take care of it. Conservation Week is a great time to show our backyard some love.
There's plenty of ways for you and your family to take part, and we’ll be adding… View moreWe Kiwis love our backyard. Whether it's our own gardens, parks or our big Kiwi backyard. Because we love it, we want to take care of it. Conservation Week is a great time to show our backyard some love.
There's plenty of ways for you and your family to take part, and we’ll be adding more local events soon. For information on backyard activities and events near you, visit: www.conservationweek.org.nz....
Plus, keep an eye out for our photo competition details coming soon!
If you know of other Conservation Week events in your area, you can add them to our list here: www.doc.govt.nz...
Hi all we have a Reception Desk for sale for $50.
This comes apart and is currently flat packed in our garage.
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Projects that could be funded by Council include major theatre, musical or dance productions, major performing arts pieces or multi-day performing arts events.
The 2017/18 Performing Arts Fund has grants of up to $5,000 available to help bring your project to life.
Applications close 6 October … View moreProjects that could be funded by Council include major theatre, musical or dance productions, major performing arts pieces or multi-day performing arts events.
The 2017/18 Performing Arts Fund has grants of up to $5,000 available to help bring your project to life.
Applications close 6 October 2017 ►bit.ly/2vVoUWm
Whangarei’s Old Municipal Building, also known as the Town Hall, is looking rather dapper these days, thanks to a makeover supervised by WDC’s community property team.
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A Whangarei mum says without the help from The Hearing House her two young daughters, who were both …
Would you like to be a Councillor and represent the 20,000+ residents of Denby?
A nomination form can be found on our website. More information here: ► bit.ly...
ARE POLITICIANS LISTENING – OR JUST TALKING?
Whangarei local Cherry Daly has been underwhelmed by the main parties' responses to her friends' and neighbours' concerns. She's attended candidate meetings and doesn't believe they understand the issues particular to her… View moreARE POLITICIANS LISTENING – OR JUST TALKING?
Whangarei local Cherry Daly has been underwhelmed by the main parties' responses to her friends' and neighbours' concerns. She's attended candidate meetings and doesn't believe they understand the issues particular to her town. Gangs and P, she says, are the big ones. If the government addressed those, it would solve the downstream issues of housing, poverty and truancy.
"It's almost like the candidates are fighting the battles in the big cities and the regional areas are being overlooked."
Hikurangi Wastewater Upgrade
The first stage of a wider sewer network upgrade, included two new pump stations (one at Parks Street near the rugby league fields and one at the corner of State Highway One and Jordan Valley Road) and 2km of pipework.
Tarewa Tank
One of the last projects in a … View moreHikurangi Wastewater Upgrade
The first stage of a wider sewer network upgrade, included two new pump stations (one at Parks Street near the rugby league fields and one at the corner of State Highway One and Jordan Valley Road) and 2km of pipework.
Tarewa Tank
One of the last projects in a 10-year plan to prevent storm spills from our District’s sewer scheme into the harbour, is entering its final phase.
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A great white shark has been spotted in Northland waters. A marine scientist has warned anyone gett…
A Trustee position is opening on the Whangarei Art Museum Trust (WAMT), offering a rewarding opportunity for an individual passionate about visual arts, exemplary governance and the creative growth of Whangarei.
APPLICATIONS CLOSE this Friday 15 September.
Apply here: ► bit.ly...
Public Notice … View moreA Trustee position is opening on the Whangarei Art Museum Trust (WAMT), offering a rewarding opportunity for an individual passionate about visual arts, exemplary governance and the creative growth of Whangarei.
APPLICATIONS CLOSE this Friday 15 September.
Apply here: ► bit.ly...
Public Notice ► bit.ly...
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