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550 days ago

Placemaking plan feedback for Waipu and Parua Bay closing soon

The Team from Whangarei District Council

The opportunity to give feedback on our draft Waipu and Parua Bay Placemaking plans closes 31 May 2023. These plans outline a 20- to 30-year vision on how each place will change, grow and develop. If these places mean something to you, we encourage you to have your say!

Take part here: … View more
The opportunity to give feedback on our draft Waipu and Parua Bay Placemaking plans closes 31 May 2023. These plans outline a 20- to 30-year vision on how each place will change, grow and develop. If these places mean something to you, we encourage you to have your say!

Take part here: www.wdc.govt.nz...

550 days ago

What's On: The Illiterate Book Club

Denise Piper Reporter from Whangārei Leader

The Octagon Theatre is about to presents the heartwarming comedy, The Illiterate Book Club by local author, Geoff Bartlett.

It's about a group of friends who love books but who never have the time to read, so they start a book club anyway and come up with creative ways to soak up their … View more
The Octagon Theatre is about to presents the heartwarming comedy, The Illiterate Book Club by local author, Geoff Bartlett.

It's about a group of friends who love books but who never have the time to read, so they start a book club anyway and come up with creative ways to soak up their favourite stories.
And apart from "book reviews", there's food, drink and updates on everything else that's keeping them from sitting down with a good book.

Running June 2 to 17 at the Octagon Theatre in Regent, tickets are available online.

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550 days ago

Auckland's Mid-Year Festival Returns

Auckland Elemental

Elemental AKL returns this July & August with 30+ curated events that celebrate the best Arts, Eats and Beats of Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland.

For 17 days, Auckland will come alive with incredible concerts from international headliners, table talk with top chefs over curated dining … View more
Elemental AKL returns this July & August with 30+ curated events that celebrate the best Arts, Eats and Beats of Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland.

For 17 days, Auckland will come alive with incredible concerts from international headliners, table talk with top chefs over curated dining experiences, immersive and interactive art installations, side-splitting live theatre, glittering city lights and more.

Learn more at aucklandnz.com/elemental
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572 days ago

Poll: Should New Zealand become a Republic?

Kevin from Kamo

You have probably seen Chris Hickens comments in the News and I am wondering what others think

Should New Zealand become a Republic?
  • 17.5% Yes
    17.5% Complete
  • 82.5% No
    82.5% Complete
120 votes
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553 days ago

CCTV

Chris from Maunu

We are wanting to install a CCTV system, in view of the horrendous crimes rates in Whangarei. We haven't a clue where to begin, so we are hoping Members can advise? We're Pensioners, so cost is a factor. What system can you recommend, how much did it cost and where did you buy it … View moreWe are wanting to install a CCTV system, in view of the horrendous crimes rates in Whangarei. We haven't a clue where to begin, so we are hoping Members can advise? We're Pensioners, so cost is a factor. What system can you recommend, how much did it cost and where did you buy it from? Thanks so much.

551 days ago

Do you have a great recipe for shell-out beans?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours, every month, NZ Gardener runs a series of reader recipes using a seasonal crop. This month, we're on the hunt for shell-out bean recipes! Send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz by May 29, 2023. Every published recipe wins a copy of the July issue of NZ Gardener.

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551 days ago

Have you got your tickets yet?

Heart Foundation

For only $15 a ticket, you could win this brand new, fully-furnished home in stunning Taupō.

Worth over $1 million and built to perfection by Jennian homes, this brand new home features three bedrooms, two bathrooms and boasts a stylish open-plan kitchen, living and dining area for year-round … View more
For only $15 a ticket, you could win this brand new, fully-furnished home in stunning Taupō.

Worth over $1 million and built to perfection by Jennian homes, this brand new home features three bedrooms, two bathrooms and boasts a stylish open-plan kitchen, living and dining area for year-round entertainment and comfort.

Situated a short three-minute drive from the shores of Lake Taupō, make this property your permanent residence, a holiday home, rent it or even sell it – it could be all yours for only $15! Be in to win by purchasing your tickets today.
Find out more

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552 days ago

Subscribe to The Post

The Post

For in-depth news and political analysis from journalists who call the capital home, subscribe to The Post online for less than a dollar a day. Catch up on the sports you care about, local business matters, lifestyle, games and much more. Subscribe now

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553 days ago

Whangarei Philatelic Society

Elizabeth from Tikipunga

Wednesday 14th June. All welcome. Inquiries to Barry at 021 2639635. Held at the Riverbank Centre, Reyburn House Lane, meeting starts at 1.30pm

553 days ago

Nominate your most loved local!

The Team from Love Your Local

Neighbours - we have something very special to tell you about...

Stuff's inaugural Love Your Local Awards, presented by Pure South, celebrate our most loved hospitality people and places. Nominate your most-loved local people and places, and then vote for your favourite amongst the … View more
Neighbours - we have something very special to tell you about...

Stuff's inaugural Love Your Local Awards, presented by Pure South, celebrate our most loved hospitality people and places. Nominate your most-loved local people and places, and then vote for your favourite amongst the finalists, to determine our regional winners.

You're invited to nominate your:
- Most Loved Food Truck or takeaway
- Most Loved Roadside Stall
- Most Loved Barista
- Most Loved Bartender or Publican
- Most Loved Front of House/Service Person or Team
- Most Loved New Business (open less than 12 months)

Your vote will put your 'Most Loved' up for the national title in each category as determined by our incredible judging panel including New Zealand chef Peter Gordon, Eat New Zealand CEO and owner of permaculture property The Food Farm Angela Clifford, and Stuff food editor Emily Brookes.
Nominate now

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555 days ago

Bee kind

The Team from Resene ColorShop Whangarei

Use Resene paint and plants to create a bee-friendly corner. Find out how.

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555 days ago

Plan for your future

Jane Mander Retirement Village

Birger and Kathy are grateful for the financial certainty Ryman provides them. Their fixed base weekly fee provides security for their retirement.

"You have a reduction in your living costs and the fixed fee just gives you that assurance."

Click below to hear their story.

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555 days ago

Our 72hr FLASH SALE is now on!!!

Jay from Beds4U Whangarei

It’s time to seriously save big on your next zzz's ?

We’re bringing our biggest flash sale ever to your bedroom for a limited time:

⚡️ Enjoy up to 65% OFF on NZ made Beds & Mattress
⚡️ Get FREE LOCAL DELIVERY*

Shop online or at your nearest Beds4U store!

✅ … View more
It’s time to seriously save big on your next zzz's ?

We’re bringing our biggest flash sale ever to your bedroom for a limited time:

⚡️ Enjoy up to 65% OFF on NZ made Beds & Mattress
⚡️ Get FREE LOCAL DELIVERY*

Shop online or at your nearest Beds4U store!

✅ 60-Night's Comfort Guarantee
✅100% NZ Owned and Operated Business
✅19 stores across North Island
✅24 Months Interest Free
✅Earn FLYBUYS instore with us


This sale will be gone in a flash. Get your good night’s sleep before it’s too late!

Click here to read T&C: beds4u.co.nz...

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556 days ago

Introducing Beverley Dowling, our cat expert! 😻

The Team from Whangarei District Council

Beverley is an Animal Compliance Education Officer who works through Armourguard to help people get their cats desexed, microchipped and saved on the New Zealand Companion Animal Register.

🐈 In Whangārei, all cats must be desexed and microchipped by six months of age. This change was … View more
Beverley is an Animal Compliance Education Officer who works through Armourguard to help people get their cats desexed, microchipped and saved on the New Zealand Companion Animal Register.

🐈 In Whangārei, all cats must be desexed and microchipped by six months of age. This change was introduced on 1 July 2022, and Beverley's job is to help achieve that vision.

“Our dog pound cannot hold cats, so my job is not about trapping and re-homing cats, or about punishing people whose cats are not microchipped or neutered." she says. "It’s about working with cat owners to help them get the benefits of snipping (neutering) and chipping (microchipping) for their furry friends."

“I also help people get the services they need when they report stray, feral or injured cats to us. It usually means connecting people to local SPCA, vets, and cat protection groups."

Beverley has been very busy since starting last year!

More about caring for your cat:
www.wdc.govt.nz...

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555 days ago

Whangarei Film Society - Screenings for Thursday May 25th

Geoff from Central Whangarei

Good People

For Thursday, the 25th May at 6pm we are screening the Shanty-Singing Sequel, Fisherman’s Friends 2: One and All

Our 8pm screening will be the wonderful British comedy, The Lost King.

Fisherman’s Friends 2: One and All
(2022, Comedy, UK, rated PG, 108 mins)

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Good People

For Thursday, the 25th May at 6pm we are screening the Shanty-Singing Sequel, Fisherman’s Friends 2: One and All

Our 8pm screening will be the wonderful British comedy, The Lost King.

Fisherman’s Friends 2: One and All
(2022, Comedy, UK, rated PG, 108 mins)

It's a year later and, after the success of their debut album, the boys are struggling with their newfound fame as well as ideas for their next album. To complicate things futher, they get invited to perform at the Glastonbury Festival and do a tour of Australia.

View the trailer at: www.youtube.com...

PLEASE NOTE: WFS has changed email providers so if you are not seeing our weekly emails, please check your spam/junk folder.

Tickets: Door sales only. Price: $10 for WFS members, $15 for non members. Cash only please - no Eftpos/credit card services available.

Visit whangareifilmsociety.org and sign up for our free weekly email for information on our films and screening dates for 2023.

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