Tikipunga, Whangarei

Time to tidy that garage

Time to tidy that garage

Use Neighbourly Market to make a few bucks while you're at it

1368 days ago

Have you voted yet in Northland Regional Council's by-election?

Denise Piper Reporter from Whangārei Leader

The by-election for Northland Regional Council's vacant Whangārei Urban seat closes at midday on February 17. Eight people are standing for the position left vacant by the resignation of councillor John Bain late last year. With less than a week remaining before voting closes, anyone who has … View moreThe by-election for Northland Regional Council's vacant Whangārei Urban seat closes at midday on February 17. Eight people are standing for the position left vacant by the resignation of councillor John Bain late last year. With less than a week remaining before voting closes, anyone who has not received their postal voting pack should call 0800-922-822, and voters can drop completed voting documents off at the regional council's office in Water St. Have you voted yet? If not, is there a reason why not?

1367 days ago

Our February SuperSeniors Newsletter is out now!

Office for Seniors

Our first SuperSeniors Newsletter of the year is out now!

This issue has information about a free driving course from Age Concern New Zealand and Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency, some advice from SPCA about pet ownership, a warning from Consumer NZ about a discount scheme being offered to … View more
Our first SuperSeniors Newsletter of the year is out now!

This issue has information about a free driving course from Age Concern New Zealand and Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency, some advice from SPCA about pet ownership, a warning from Consumer NZ about a discount scheme being offered to seniors, tips on how to look after your wellbeing and loads more.

Check it out and pass it on! bit.ly...

Want to subscribe? You can do so here: bit.ly...

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1368 days ago

Personalise a print!

The Team from Resene ColorShop Whangarei

Need a quick way to add colour to a room? Add your own creative flair to a shop-bought art print using a few Resene testpots and you can have a one of a kind pick me up for your wall.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how to create your … View more
Need a quick way to add colour to a room? Add your own creative flair to a shop-bought art print using a few Resene testpots and you can have a one of a kind pick me up for your wall.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how to create your own.

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1370 days ago

Poll: Which photograph takes the cake?

Ashleigh from Neighbourly.co.nz

Kia ora Aotearoa! Stuff has just finished their annual Summer Snaps competition and we’re thrilled to announce that you'll be the judge of the People and Communities photograph category.
Stuff received almost 300 entries in the category featuring all things local and we have whittled these… View more
Kia ora Aotearoa! Stuff has just finished their annual Summer Snaps competition and we’re thrilled to announce that you'll be the judge of the People and Communities photograph category.
Stuff received almost 300 entries in the category featuring all things local and we have whittled these down to six brilliantly captured photographs in the running to win a Canon EOS camera.

You can hear more about these finalist entries on our blog, but judging is simple:
Cast your vote in the poll below before 3pm, February 11.

Which photograph takes the cake?
  • 42.5% Finalist 1: Ken Hansen (The beach)
    42.5% Complete
  • 11.8% Finalist 2: Tiana Golder (Mana Wāhine)
    11.8% Complete
  • 12.4% Finalist 3: Tom Mazey (Vintage cars)
    12.4% Complete
  • 7% Finalist 4: Vivian Gehrmann (On the farm)
    7% Complete
  • 16.6% Finalist 5: Stephane Dussau (Maori Battallion)
    16.6% Complete
  • 9.8% Finalist 6: Kate Henry (Kids playing)
    9.8% Complete
1332 votes
1368 days ago

What do you think: Orca researchers based in Tutukaka make world-first discoveries

Denise Piper Reporter from Whangārei Leader

A study done by Tutukaka-based Orca Research Trust documents a number of world firsts about orca, including the longest amount of time a barnacle has hitchiked a ride on a whale. It is hoped the research will help paint a clearer picture of the lives of open ocean orca, which rarely enter New … View moreA study done by Tutukaka-based Orca Research Trust documents a number of world firsts about orca, including the longest amount of time a barnacle has hitchiked a ride on a whale. It is hoped the research will help paint a clearer picture of the lives of open ocean orca, which rarely enter New Zealand waters. What do you think of the study and the local researchers?

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1368 days ago

Temporary daytime detour for part of the Hatea Loop

The Team from Whangarei District Council

Temporary Diversion: Hatea Loop Walkway 🚶
8am - 4pm Monday to Friday, 15 February - 12 March
A temporary diversion (green line) has been set up to keep people away from the week-day piling work at the New Town Basin Park.

The usual path (blue line) will be open after hours and during the … View more
Temporary Diversion: Hatea Loop Walkway 🚶
8am - 4pm Monday to Friday, 15 February - 12 March
A temporary diversion (green line) has been set up to keep people away from the week-day piling work at the New Town Basin Park.

The usual path (blue line) will be open after hours and during the weekends.

Apologies for the inconvenience, take care, follow the detour signs and enjoy those extra steps.

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1368 days ago

A LEAKY Loo...

Alison Neighbourly Lead from Kamo

I just want to give a "Shout Out" to MD Robinson Plumbing. Mike and his team are amazing! We had a leaky loo which was getting steadily worse. If you have tried to get a plumber lately - you will know you need to WAIT! Mike sent two wonderful young men here yesterday with two NEW loos… View moreI just want to give a "Shout Out" to MD Robinson Plumbing. Mike and his team are amazing! We had a leaky loo which was getting steadily worse. If you have tried to get a plumber lately - you will know you need to WAIT! Mike sent two wonderful young men here yesterday with two NEW loos - Job done! Plus they even cleaned up after themselves. It really is GREAT when you receive wonderful service!! Before (left) and after images attached. Mike can be contacted on 021 941093

1368 days ago

Did you see any tidal surges this morning?

Denise Piper Reporter from Whangārei Leader

Following a 7.7 magnitude earthquake near New Caledonia early Thursday morning, Northlanders have been warned to watch out for tidal surges and strong rip currents in the sea - although coastal inundation is not expected. Did you see anything unusual this morning? Send photos or videos to … View moreFollowing a 7.7 magnitude earthquake near New Caledonia early Thursday morning, Northlanders have been warned to watch out for tidal surges and strong rip currents in the sea - although coastal inundation is not expected. Did you see anything unusual this morning? Send photos or videos to denise.piper@stuff.co.nz

1369 days ago

Have you got New Zealand's best shed?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

We have been bowled over by the amazing entries to the Resene Shed of the Year 2021 competition. There's still time though, to submit yours. Send in the photos and the stories behind your man caves, she sheds, clever storage spaces, cute chicken coops and potty potting sheds. The winner … View moreWe have been bowled over by the amazing entries to the Resene Shed of the Year 2021 competition. There's still time though, to submit yours. Send in the photos and the stories behind your man caves, she sheds, clever storage spaces, cute chicken coops and potty potting sheds. The winner receives $3000 worth of gardening gear and the runner-up receives $1075 worth of prizes.

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1369 days ago

swimming pool - water loss

Peter from Kamo

We are under the impression that our swimming pool is losing water at an ever increasing rate.
The pool is indoors, and has a hard shell cover on at all times except when being used.
The water level is going down at a rate of 35mm in 20-25 days, or ~1.4mm daily. That is 1.8 cubic meters of water… View more
We are under the impression that our swimming pool is losing water at an ever increasing rate.
The pool is indoors, and has a hard shell cover on at all times except when being used.
The water level is going down at a rate of 35mm in 20-25 days, or ~1.4mm daily. That is 1.8 cubic meters of water in 3 weeks! (or 1800 litres if you want). I am just not sure if this is an acceptable rate. We seem to think that initially, when we first filled it and started using it 18 months ago, it lost water at a much slower rate.


Any informed opinions? Thanks in advance, -P.

1370 days ago

Join Lucia on the Youth Advisory Group

The Team from Whangarei District Council

“It was so cold! We camped with just a thin foam mat, the tent floor, then snow, on Ruapehu. But I like being outdoors, I think the environment is such an important part of our future, especially for young people. The school strike for climate change was pretty cool, I guess it does make a big … View more“It was so cold! We camped with just a thin foam mat, the tent floor, then snow, on Ruapehu. But I like being outdoors, I think the environment is such an important part of our future, especially for young people. The school strike for climate change was pretty cool, I guess it does make a big difference when all the kids in NZ kind of stop and go, “hey.” Joining the Youth Advisory Group (YAG) is my way to take action and do something about climate change.. YAG has opened my mind up to society and systems, which is really cool because as a kid you don’t get taught a lot about that and it just makes your perspective that little bit wider about how things actually work.”

Want to join Lucia and make a difference, or know someone who could? Applications to join the Youth Advisory Group close on Sunday 14 Feb.
www.wdc.govt.nz...

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1369 days ago

Resilience for Older Adults free workshop

The Team from Whangarei District Council

A mindfulness and wellbeing session designed to learn strategies and practical solutions to help manage challenges in life.

Two time options on Thursday 18 February:
🕘 9:30am - 11:30am
🕐 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Please register for this free event by contacting Claire Wilson on (09) 430 4200

This … View more
A mindfulness and wellbeing session designed to learn strategies and practical solutions to help manage challenges in life.

Two time options on Thursday 18 February:
🕘 9:30am - 11:30am
🕐 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Please register for this free event by contacting Claire Wilson on (09) 430 4200

This free event is run by our Positive Ageing Advisory Group in tandem with Anglican Care, funded by Whangarei District Council.

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1370 days ago

Key Functions Parent+Child Workshop

Hannah from Central Whangarei

Saturday 27 February, 10 – Noon. $15 per parent+child combo.

This workshop will take Parent+Child through the 8 "Executive Functions" (also known as "Key Competencies"), helping transform ‘I can’t’ to ‘I CAN’ together, by improving Response Inhibition, Working … View more
Saturday 27 February, 10 – Noon. $15 per parent+child combo.

This workshop will take Parent+Child through the 8 "Executive Functions" (also known as "Key Competencies"), helping transform ‘I can’t’ to ‘I CAN’ together, by improving Response Inhibition, Working Memory, Organisation etc. Child should be 8+ years.

Hosted by Dyslexia PLUS, Whangarei with guest RTLB Janet Stowell, author of ‘The Executive Function Toolkit for Classroom Teachers’. Additional monthly workshops through 2021 will continue the learning, focusing on one Key Function each month.

Register: tinyurl.com...
or email admin@dyslexiaplus.org.nz by 23 February

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1371 days ago

Kayaks Found

Alison Neighbourly Lead from Kamo

Hey all, there was an incident this morning, with 2 people getting tipped out of their kayak this morning in the Whangarei Harbour. The tug boat rescued them, but was unable to retrieve their kayak. The vessel in the pic with the tractor picked up their kayak, returned to Reotahi Beach, then headed… View moreHey all, there was an incident this morning, with 2 people getting tipped out of their kayak this morning in the Whangarei Harbour. The tug boat rescued them, but was unable to retrieve their kayak. The vessel in the pic with the tractor picked up their kayak, returned to Reotahi Beach, then headed up Beach Road. If this is your vessel or if anyone knows the owner of this vessel to please contact Brian at Northport on 094325018 and he will put you in contact with the owners. Thanks in advance. Picture is from Northport camera’s.

Plus - ONE more MESSAGE - BE CAREFUL out there around boats and swimmers etc. They are just trying to have some safe FUN - Just like you are!

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1372 days ago

MiniMax emergency starter kit

Suza from Tikipunga

Minimax, in excellent condition, in zip satchel. Used only once. Car scooter, boat, emergency battery starter.Cost around $145, sell for $75. Real bargain .contact 021318244
This item is now sold

Price: $75

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