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1731 days ago

How is the sudden rain impacting you?

Denise Piper Reporter from Whangārei Leader

NZTA is urging motorists to watch for 'summer ice' on the roads, as we have rain after a long period of dry. The warning comes after Northland smashed weather records and coastal communities have their water restricted due to the drought. How is the sudden rain impacting you?

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1726 days ago

Whangārei woman Bridget Simmonds missing for over a year

Melanie Earley Reporter from Whangārei Leader

Hi neighbours, the family and friends of missing Northland woman Bridget Simmonds say they need closure after not seeing or hearing from her in a year. Simmonds was last seen wearing a dark coloured singlet and has a large distinctive tattoo of a fairy on her upper left arm.
Anyone with information… View more
Hi neighbours, the family and friends of missing Northland woman Bridget Simmonds say they need closure after not seeing or hearing from her in a year. Simmonds was last seen wearing a dark coloured singlet and has a large distinctive tattoo of a fairy on her upper left arm.
Anyone with information as to Simmond's whereabouts can contact Clayton on 105 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

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1727 days ago

Ngunguru Sports Complex and Golf Course Drain clearing

Online Content Publisher from Whangarei District Council

Council is sending contracting teams this week to begin work improving the tidal drains around the Ngunguru Sports Complex and through a section of the Ngunguru Golf Course.

You might see arborists on site removing vegetation (including some mangrove trees) to clear the channels. This will allow … View more
Council is sending contracting teams this week to begin work improving the tidal drains around the Ngunguru Sports Complex and through a section of the Ngunguru Golf Course.

You might see arborists on site removing vegetation (including some mangrove trees) to clear the channels. This will allow water to flow more easily to sea, meaning the grounds will be drier and less prone to flooding.

Why is this work required?
Self-propagating vegetation such as mangroves establish root and branch systems within the drain passage. As these roots grow bigger they affect the flow dynamics within the drain and allow silt and sediment to settle more readily instead of being discharged to sea as would naturally occur. These deposits built up over time and in effect create more area for root growth. Eventually the capacity of the drain is reduced, posing flooding risks to neighbouring property.

The unwanted material will be removed by arborists in the first stage, then diggers will be sent in to clear out the silt and sludge.

The Ngunguru Sports Complex and Golf Course have been notified separately.

1729 days ago

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1730 days ago

Only 3 weeks to go until Neighbours Day Aotearoa kicks off!

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

One way to take part is by joining or setting up a Neighbourhood Support group on your street.

Our Coordinator at Hastings District Council recently sent us this snap from a get together with residents from a new suburb who are keen to get Neighbourhood Support up and running.

To gauge interest, … View more
One way to take part is by joining or setting up a Neighbourhood Support group on your street.

Our Coordinator at Hastings District Council recently sent us this snap from a get together with residents from a new suburb who are keen to get Neighbourhood Support up and running.

To gauge interest, he hosted a free barbecue at a park with the support of their local New Zealand Police to bring neighbours together to discuss setting it up. Every group is different in how it chooses to operate. Our policy is whatever works best for your area!

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1731 days ago

Did you go to Tutus on Tour?

Denise Piper Reporter from Whangārei Leader

Were you one of the lucky ones to go to Tutus on Tour? What did you think? Here is my review - how does it compare to what you thought?

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1738 days ago

Should the Government help Northland councils with water?

Denise Piper Reporter from Whangārei Leader

The NZ Defence Force has moved into Northland to help with the water crisis and the Government will pay $2m to secure water in the Far North. Meanwhile, Whangārei residents are now on water restrictions and bores could run dry. Do you think it is right for Central Government to step in and help? … View moreThe NZ Defence Force has moved into Northland to help with the water crisis and the Government will pay $2m to secure water in the Far North. Meanwhile, Whangārei residents are now on water restrictions and bores could run dry. Do you think it is right for Central Government to step in and help? Or should councils, and ratepayers, be left to fend on their own?

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1732 days ago

Poll: Social media and coronavirus

Kelly Dennett Reporter from Sunday Star Times

There is an overwhelming about of information about coronavirus available to us, but which source is the most credible? The Sunday Star-Times is keen to hear about the information you're seeing on social media and how much you trust it. Vote in the poll below, and feel free to email us with … View moreThere is an overwhelming about of information about coronavirus available to us, but which source is the most credible? The Sunday Star-Times is keen to hear about the information you're seeing on social media and how much you trust it. Vote in the poll below, and feel free to email us with any examples of misinformation: kelly.dennett@stuff.co.nz. Our question for you: Do you trust what your friends and family are sharing/saying about coronavirus on social media?

Social media and coronavirus
  • 7.4% Yes
    7.4% Complete
  • 52.3% No
    52.3% Complete
  • 40.3% Sometimes
    40.3% Complete
961 votes
1732 days ago

HELP our local SPCA today

Alison Neighbourly Lead from Kamo

If you LOVE animals and would like to help our local SPCA team in the wonderful work they do - Please donate today at
www.spca.nz...
We would LOVE you to help - THANK YOU.

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1732 days ago

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1734 days ago

Poll: Will you go to the Northland Field Days this week?

Denise Piper Reporter from Whangārei Leader

The Northland Field Days are on in Dargaville this week but many farmers are battling the drought and the impacts of Coronavirus. Will you be attending the Field Days?

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Will you go to the Northland Field Days this week?
  • 10% Yes, I go every year
    10% Complete
  • 10% Yes, this will be my first time
    10% Complete
  • 5% No, I'm too busy with the drought
    5% Complete
  • 70% No, it has nothing to offer me
    70% Complete
  • 5% Other (please explain in comment section below)
    5% Complete
20 votes
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1733 days ago
1733 days ago

Celebrate Community - March 1st to 31st 🥳🎉

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

This month is all about bringing your community together and having a great time! We want March to be all about celebrating the connections we have while making new ones along the way. As we all know, what makes a neighbourhood great isn’t the houses and cars, gardens and streets - it’s the … View moreThis month is all about bringing your community together and having a great time! We want March to be all about celebrating the connections we have while making new ones along the way. As we all know, what makes a neighbourhood great isn’t the houses and cars, gardens and streets - it’s the people who share their presence and aroha with each other.

A wonderful way to take part is to participate in Neighbours Day Aotearoa which takes place from 27 March - 5 April. This year’s theme is ‘Small Things Make a Big Difference’ - we couldn’t agree more!

Let us know how you’re celebrating by email or tag us online and include the following hashtag:

#NSNZcelebratecommunity

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1747 days ago

Have you experienced Readers Tours? We'd love your feedback

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If you have been on a journey with Readers Tours we would love to hear your feedback and share your experience with others.

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1734 days ago

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Entries are now open for … View more
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