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Introduce yourself, neighbour!

Introduce yourself, neighbour!

Head to our Know Thy Neighbour page.

1462 days ago

Give your feedback on accessibility issues

The Team from Whangarei District Council

How can we make Northland more accessible for people with disabilities, older adults, migrants, or families with young children ?

A new strategy is being developed by the four Northland councils – and it's time to give your input! We want to know about your experience using council services… View more
How can we make Northland more accessible for people with disabilities, older adults, migrants, or families with young children ?

A new strategy is being developed by the four Northland councils – and it's time to give your input! We want to know about your experience using council services and facilities, especially if you or your family and friends have particular access needs.

Start the survey here:
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1462 days ago

Let's work together to make Aotearoa New Zealand a more compassionate place.

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

To address any issue in our community we need to know what we're up against.

Here's some simple ways you can help to end family violence:

+ Learn! The first step to change is awareness

+ Share facts, resources and helplines
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To address any issue in our community we need to know what we're up against.

Here's some simple ways you can help to end family violence:

+ Learn! The first step to change is awareness

+ Share facts, resources and helplines

+ Know the signs. Family violence can affect anyone

+ When you see it, report it to New Zealand Police

+ Support victims: check-in regularly, listen, refer

+ Volunteer / make a donation to a relevant charity

1462 days ago

Respite care when you need it

Time spent in respite care lets you experience Ryman’s dedicated care teams and the togetherness of village communities. Whether you need rehabilitation or support for family during the holidays.

Respite care is offered in rest-home, hospital and dementia-level care. Being there is just one … View more
Time spent in respite care lets you experience Ryman’s dedicated care teams and the togetherness of village communities. Whether you need rehabilitation or support for family during the holidays.

Respite care is offered in rest-home, hospital and dementia-level care. Being there is just one of the ways we’re pioneering a new way of living for a new retirement generation.
Learn more

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1462 days ago

Vaping laws welcomed

The Team from Cancer Society Auckland

The Cancer Society is pleased new vaping laws will finally put an end to the marketing of highly addictive products to children and non-smokers.

From November 11, it will be illegal to sell vapes to under 18’s and advertising and sponsorship of vaping products will be banned altogether. Vaping… View more
The Cancer Society is pleased new vaping laws will finally put an end to the marketing of highly addictive products to children and non-smokers.

From November 11, it will be illegal to sell vapes to under 18’s and advertising and sponsorship of vaping products will be banned altogether. Vaping will also be banned in legislated smoke-free areas such as:

- indoor workplaces
- cafes and pubs
- schools and early childhood centres
- public transport.

We think that everyone, especially parents need to be aware that vapes are now R18 and can’t be used in schools.

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1464 days ago

Poll: Should landlords supply heating?

Denise Piper Reporter from Whangārei Leader

A Whangārei community advocate says Healthy Homes heating standards can't come in soon enough after the Tenancy Tribunal ruled landlords only have to provide a power point to meet heating requirements. What do you think - should landlords supply heating, even when it is not legally required?

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Should landlords supply heating?
  • 66.1% No - tenants should pay for their own heaters
    66.1% Complete
  • 32.2% Yes - supplying a heater is the least a landlord can do
    32.2% Complete
  • 1.7% Other (please explain in comments below)
    1.7% Complete
59 votes
1463 days ago

Have Your Say at the Library

The Team from Whangarei District Council

We have FIVE (5) consultation opportunities open right now and we want to make it easy for people to learn about each one so they can give us their informed feedback. To help with that we are running drop-in sessions every Thursday this month.

Have Your Say at the Library:
All Thursdays in … View more
We have FIVE (5) consultation opportunities open right now and we want to make it easy for people to learn about each one so they can give us their informed feedback. To help with that we are running drop-in sessions every Thursday this month.

Have Your Say at the Library:
All Thursdays in November
11:00am-12:00pm PLUS 5:00pm-6:00pm
Central Library (can't miss it)

Learn about the draft growth strategy, speed limits bylaw, placemaking plans, waterfront precinct plan or our wastewater consent renewal. Our helpful staff will endeavour to answer your questions and keep you posted on Council's latest initiatives.

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1465 days ago

Fundraising CAR RALLY 14th November Start 1pm

Cheryll from Central Whangarei

Fundraising Car Rally 14 th November Riverside Drive Sea Cadet Unit TS Diomede $20 per car - driver packs sausage sizzles and prizes
Bring Gold Coins for Activities
RSVP by the 12th November 2020 for car set off times
To Frank Lundberg - frank.lundberg@cadetforces.org.nz
or phone … View more
Fundraising Car Rally 14 th November Riverside Drive Sea Cadet Unit TS Diomede $20 per car - driver packs sausage sizzles and prizes
Bring Gold Coins for Activities
RSVP by the 12th November 2020 for car set off times
To Frank Lundberg - frank.lundberg@cadetforces.org.nz
or phone 0273371370
A great time will be had by all.

1463 days ago

Support Local

Natasha Judd from Cancer Society Northland

Amazing deals when you use this flyer instore - take advantage and get those early Christmas presents - or why not treat yourself?.....and at the same time help your local Cancer Society.....

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1468 days ago

Whangārei has a new MP: Dr Emily Henderson - what do you think?

Denise Piper Reporter from Whangārei Leader

Special votes have seen Labour's Dr Emily Henderson usurp National's Dr Shane Reti for the Whangārei seat - the first time Labour has won Whangārei since 1972. Henderson, a family court lawyer, says she wants to focus on the social wellbeing of Whangārei residents and backs the five … View moreSpecial votes have seen Labour's Dr Emily Henderson usurp National's Dr Shane Reti for the Whangārei seat - the first time Labour has won Whangārei since 1972. Henderson, a family court lawyer, says she wants to focus on the social wellbeing of Whangārei residents and backs the five major Kia Kaha Northland infrastructure projects. What do you think?

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1472 days ago

The great people in Whangarei

Glen from Central Whangarei

I put this post on FB last Saturday. It has been very popular so I have decided to share it here on neighborly. as below.

Feeling blessed today I went into the Whangarei CBD on my mobility scooter went to my favorite cafe Fresh for takeouts the staff were lovely. I sat on my scooter in the sun and… View more
I put this post on FB last Saturday. It has been very popular so I have decided to share it here on neighborly. as below.

Feeling blessed today I went into the Whangarei CBD on my mobility scooter went to my favorite cafe Fresh for takeouts the staff were lovely. I sat on my scooter in the sun and watched the shoppers go by while I ate.
So many smiling happy people, then off to Motown for a haircut and more happy people.

Then Pak N Save again on my mobility scooter, it can be difficult to reach high areas 4 different women helped me at different times all with a smile.

Then headed home while going through the town basin my hat blew off, by the time I was able to turn around a young lady asked if she could get it for me.

All assistance today was appreciated thank you the people of Whangarei

1477 days ago

Riddle me this!

NumberWorks'nWords Whangarei

What kinds of dogs and how many of each kind does Troy have? Leave your answer in the comments below!

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1465 days ago

Do you know about Operation Flotation?

Denise Piper Reporter from Whangārei Leader

The theft of a lifesaving flotation tube from Doubtless Bay has done little to dampen the spirits of Operation Flotation, the charity set up to help prevent drownings. Pat Millar started the charity in 2018 after a father drowned at Cable Bay rescuing his daughter, and has been backed by community … View moreThe theft of a lifesaving flotation tube from Doubtless Bay has done little to dampen the spirits of Operation Flotation, the charity set up to help prevent drownings. Pat Millar started the charity in 2018 after a father drowned at Cable Bay rescuing his daughter, and has been backed by community support ever since. Have you seen the flotation tubes at Langs Beach and Waipu Cove?

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1469 days ago

We Say, You Say: Covid-19 forces hostels to slash prices

Neighbourly.co.nz

Hi Northland,

Backpackers around the country have cut their prices to survive a fall in bookings due to the Covid-19 pandemic.
Occupancy has averaged around 32 per cent between June to September this year compared to previous years. Hone Heke Lodge in Kerikeri has some seasonal workers booked … View more
Hi Northland,

Backpackers around the country have cut their prices to survive a fall in bookings due to the Covid-19 pandemic.
Occupancy has averaged around 32 per cent between June to September this year compared to previous years. Hone Heke Lodge in Kerikeri has some seasonal workers booked in but capacity is still half of what it usually would be.

What else do you think will bring travellers to Northland?

*Please type NFP if you don't want your comment to feature in our Conversations section.

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1468 days ago

Scam email. Re: subscription renewal scam for Norton products.

Marlene from Parua Bay / Whangarei Heads

Hi Everyone,
Please remain super vigilant around any Norton subscription emails.
I received the following email:

Yearly membership activated

Dear user,
Your subscription is renewed successfully for this year, Hence we have charged you  389 USD for your yearly subscription 

Here are your order … View more
Hi Everyone,
Please remain super vigilant around any Norton subscription emails.
I received the following email:

Yearly membership activated

Dear user,
Your subscription is renewed successfully for this year, Hence we have charged you  389 USD for your yearly subscription 

Here are your order details:
Your order number is: - PCH45631200

Product name:                Protection 360
Total amount:                 389.00 USD
Transaction date:           November 3rd, 2020

To upgrade/cancel your subscription, please contact our customer service desk given below. 
+1 (94820) 24695 - 4683800
+1 (84727) 64591 - 1673706
Sincerely

Adam Zampa

THIS IS definitely A SCAM. The email was missing information that made me query its authenticity. So I went onto a online chat site which I thought was the correct Norton site.
The so called agent Deborah Mullen after chatting online with her for alittle while, made me suspicious I was being scammed. She wanted me to keep the online chat opened so I could access the link to put payment through. She wouldn't email the link & said the special discount offer was only valid for a day or until she finished her shift or I can contact them again & 1 of the other agents would help me. I asked her to clarify what a day meant & she replied 'Our offices close at 8pm'. So I made up an excuse- said I lost my credit card & needed to organise a ride into the bank to organise funds & 8pm should be enough time to get things organised.

I unfortunately bumped/ closed the site I was chatting with Deborah.

I contacted the 'real' Norton site & they confirmed both Adam Zampa & Deborah Mullen are not Norton agents.
They are investigating this further.

1468 days ago

Reach Out 🤝 Look Out 👀 Help Out 💖

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

To find your nearest Neighbourhood Support or to get in touch about setting up a new one, go to:

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