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Whether or not Northland will be receiving more police officers on the beat as a result of the Government's Safe Communities package is yet to be confirmed.
On February 2 Prime Minister Bill English announced another 1125 police staff, including 880 sworn police officers, would be … View moreWhether or not Northland will be receiving more police officers on the beat as a result of the Government's Safe Communities package is yet to be confirmed.
On February 2 Prime Minister Bill English announced another 1125 police staff, including 880 sworn police officers, would be funded over...
The opportunity to enjoy a barbecue dinner and social time with family and other farmers in the district may be just what the doctor ordered for drought stricken Northlanders.
Northland Rural Support Trust secretary Julie Jonker says 10 'drought' barbecues are planned for the … View moreThe opportunity to enjoy a barbecue dinner and social time with family and other farmers in the district may be just what the doctor ordered for drought stricken Northlanders.
Northland Rural Support Trust secretary Julie Jonker says 10 'drought' barbecues are planned for the Northland ...
FREE Roosters to be given away. There are either 2-3x roosters in our run and they start fighting with each other which is not good. They are pretty with an array of colours in their feathering. If you have some chickens, having a rooster is a good thing. He has a job to look after the hens and he … View moreFREE Roosters to be given away. There are either 2-3x roosters in our run and they start fighting with each other which is not good. They are pretty with an array of colours in their feathering. If you have some chickens, having a rooster is a good thing. He has a job to look after the hens and he is doing it well 😊. Please consider giving one of our roosters a good home to live a happy life
The partial sealing of a notorious Northland logging route to help minimise the impact of dust on beleaguered residents living in the area is being celebrated by the two funding agencies involved.
The estimated $1.3m project which should begin next summer will see 2.52 kilometres ...
A badly broken leg has left me on crutches. I am un able to do routine daily things. Cannot walk and carry anything. I am offering a private room w/ meals to the right person to do my cleaning, laundry, exercise my sweet medium size dog, do gardening, weeding and assist me in shopping. No … View moreA badly broken leg has left me on crutches. I am un able to do routine daily things. Cannot walk and carry anything. I am offering a private room w/ meals to the right person to do my cleaning, laundry, exercise my sweet medium size dog, do gardening, weeding and assist me in shopping. No "personal" care is required. Free WIFI, impressive harbour views, use of my Kayak and a bicycle.. 2 km to Onerahi shops and 25 meters to the city bus stop. 3-4 hous perday is my estimate of time required.. contact Rand on 021-854-610.... aka Da'Bread Dude..
Neighbours of Countdown Regent in Whangarei are wondering why they were left out of the consultation process on the supermarket's proposed expansion plans.
Marilyn Andela was one of only three residents living in Wallace St which runs adjacent to the back of the Kamo Rd supermarket who … View moreNeighbours of Countdown Regent in Whangarei are wondering why they were left out of the consultation process on the supermarket's proposed expansion plans.
Marilyn Andela was one of only three residents living in Wallace St which runs adjacent to the back of the Kamo Rd supermarket who ...
I am seeking a Black Orpington Rooster for my girls ...
If you have one or know of someone who has one please contact me.
Thank you
Neighbourly has always been a popular place for neighbours to buy, sell and give away preloved school uniforms. In fact, it's prompted us to question whether a school uniform swap/sell section would be of interest to our members. If you have school uniform wearers in your family, we want to … View moreNeighbourly has always been a popular place for neighbours to buy, sell and give away preloved school uniforms. In fact, it's prompted us to question whether a school uniform swap/sell section would be of interest to our members. If you have school uniform wearers in your family, we want to know: do you think they're a good idea? How do you feel about the price of school uniforms? Would a swap or sell section for school uniforms on Neighbourly be useful to you? Share your thoughts below!
Kiwi are under threat from the current dry conditions in Northland and as a result are taking risks to come out from their normal habitat to wipe their bills on the grass dew.
Whangarei Native Bird Recovery Centre manager Robert Webb says the thirsty kiwi are coming out into paddocks and other… View moreKiwi are under threat from the current dry conditions in Northland and as a result are taking risks to come out from their normal habitat to wipe their bills on the grass dew.
Whangarei Native Bird Recovery Centre manager Robert Webb says the thirsty kiwi are coming out into paddocks and other ...
Well-known retired surgeon Bob Mulligan knew how to celebrate his 100th birthday - he had three parties.
The former surgeon and assistant superintendent at Whangarei Hospital reached the milestone on February 9.
It's a well-worn question, but Mulligan says the secret to a long life is … View moreWell-known retired surgeon Bob Mulligan knew how to celebrate his 100th birthday - he had three parties.
The former surgeon and assistant superintendent at Whangarei Hospital reached the milestone on February 9.
It's a well-worn question, but Mulligan says the secret to a long life is diet.
Egg Cartons - 12 eggs size or 6 egg size .... If you have got one or two or tons of them cluttering your cupboards! Well - I need them!
Either drop off at 253 Pataua South Road if you are local or if not message me and see if we can arrange to collect or drop off at a mutual meeting point!
THANK … View moreEgg Cartons - 12 eggs size or 6 egg size .... If you have got one or two or tons of them cluttering your cupboards! Well - I need them!
Either drop off at 253 Pataua South Road if you are local or if not message me and see if we can arrange to collect or drop off at a mutual meeting point!
THANK YOU :)
Susan!
What a lot of fun twirling those ribbons at the Tikipunga Preschool Funtime! Looking to come along? Tikipunga Library is on Tuesdays at 10 am. Whangarei Central Library - Wednesdays and Thursdays at 10 am in the Children's Room.
Do you want to work with state of the art Water Treatment Plants? Do you want to be part of a team with a passion for water and who have vast experience in this area? Are you looking for the next step in your career? We have an exciting opportunity for a qualified Water Treatment Technician looking… View moreDo you want to work with state of the art Water Treatment Plants? Do you want to be part of a team with a passion for water and who have vast experience in this area? Are you looking for the next step in your career? We have an exciting opportunity for a qualified Water Treatment Technician looking to further their career and take a senior technical role within our dedicated water treatment team.
Whangarei District Council operates seven A-graded Water Treatment Plants including New Zealand's first ion exchange plant for water treatment. All plants are controlled by SCADA systems.
To be successful in this role, you will have:
◾Thorough understanding of the Drinking-Water Standards for New Zealand 2005 (Revised 2008)
◾A hands-on approach to problem solving
◾Computer literacy including familiarity with SCADA
◾Commitment to Health and Safety
◾Ability to manage small projects and site works
◾Commitment to continual learning and development
◾At least 5 years Water Treatment Plant operational experience
◾Ability to work as part of a busy team
◾A keenness to mentor other staff with your technical knowledge
◾National Certificate in Water Treatment is essential, however a National Diploma would be preferred.
Our employment package includes a competitive salary, along with other benefits including excellent support for ongoing learning. This position will provide the successful applicant with the chance to continuously develop within a forward thinking organisation.
Whangarei is emerging as a cosmopolitan centre with a community and business hub that supports a diversity of residents and visitors. The district's extensive coastline boasts some of the most exquisite beaches and isolated island hideaways, while the wide-reaching farmlands extend into small rural settlements. When combined with the demands of urban growth the variety of our work at Council keeps us challenged and keen for more.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Human Resources team on: (09) 430 4200 or 0800 932 463.
Applications Close: 06 Mar 2017
This month we are launching the I Heart My Hood Project. This is your chance to celebrate your hood by sharing stories, photos or video. We really want to see and hear about the people in your neighbourhood. Portraits or videos of our neighbourhood champions, or the people that to you … View moreThis month we are launching the I Heart My Hood Project. This is your chance to celebrate your hood by sharing stories, photos or video. We really want to see and hear about the people in your neighbourhood. Portraits or videos of our neighbourhood champions, or the people that to you personify your community or ‘hood’. This year we’re doing it a little differently. To help focus (excuse the photography pun) we’ve chosen three themes.
1 – I Heart the History of My Hood
Everywhere we live has history, and stories. Do you know your hood’s history? Or maybe you know someone who has lived in the community for what seems like a million years, and know the place like that back of their hand. Was your hood the birth place of the women’s vote, or maybe site of the biggest lamington ever made way back in 53′ ….(Yes I know, random, but honestly we’re interesting in anything and everything)… By the way – this is also an awesome way to get our older ‘story tellers’ involved.
2 – I Heart Diversity in my Hood
New Zealand really has become a melting pot and that brings with it the rainbow of diversity of all kinds. Maybe you have the ‘united nations’ living on one street, maybe your neighbourhood pot luck dinners are better and more interesting than an international food fair could every dream of! We want to see and hear about it.
3 – I Heart My Healthy Hood
With our clean green image, amazing fresh foods, picture perfect outdoor environment, we know there are neighbourhoods out there that personify ‘health’. Is your neighbourhood or neighbour one of them? It could be through a neighbourhood walking group, or a ‘from garden to plate thanks to the shared neighbourhood community garden’ kind of thing. It might be a neighbourhood that has committed to getting the kids off screens and outside, or maybe its a whole street of cross fit power vegans ….. probably not … but you never know. What ever it is, we want to see and hear about it.
To enter go to our website and ‘share your story’
So get snapping and chatting. We have more information on I Heart My Hood available on facebook and on our website.
Here is a link to our first posting - I heart my healthy hood by Heather of Glen Eden. neighboursday.org.nz...
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