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Fireworks are a ton of fun but carry real risks that need to be taken seriously. If you plan on lighting some here's some tips to keep everyone in your community safe and happy.
❌ 1. Never light fireworks in dry or windy conditions.
🔥 2. Only use fireworks in wide open areas, away from … View moreFireworks are a ton of fun but carry real risks that need to be taken seriously. If you plan on lighting some here's some tips to keep everyone in your community safe and happy.
❌ 1. Never light fireworks in dry or windy conditions.
🔥 2. Only use fireworks in wide open areas, away from flammable items such as trees, grasses, gas tanks, and wood.
💦 3. Keep a bucket of water or hose nearby.
👧 4. Children should never light fireworks themselves and need to be supervised closely at all times.
🧰 5. Keep all unlit fireworks in a secure bag or container away from any source of fire until they are ready to be used.
📞 6. Be considerate and let neighbours know if you're planning to set off fireworks. Aim to finish at a reasonable time.
🐱 7. Keep pets comfortable and secure inside. The loud booms and flashing lights can easily scare them off.
🐮 8. Avoid lighting off fireworks around farm animals and be aware of any newborns or elderly neighbours who may also be affected. If possible, change locations to somewhere that minimises any disturbances.
🌿 9. Be a tidy Kiwi and let's work together to keep New Zealand beautiful! Clean up any any rubbish and leave your spot better than you found it.
With Christmas coming up next month, it could be time to start thinking about gift shopping!
Are you one of those lucky people who can whip together some cool gift ideas a few days before, or are you prepared months in advance? When do you start your Christmas shopping? Vote in the poll below.
Tuia 250 marks 250 years since the arrival of Captain Cook and is a chance to right the wrongs of the past, according to kaumatua Te Warihi Hetaraka. Did you take part in any of the events this weekend? What did you think?
Congratulations to our winner! They'll be heading to the Bay of Islands in February 2020 to attend the House Tour and hopefully partake in some of these awesome activities 🌸 Thank you to all who entered - all of your local hotspots sound amazing and we can't wait to experience some … View moreCongratulations to our winner! They'll be heading to the Bay of Islands in February 2020 to attend the House Tour and hopefully partake in some of these awesome activities 🌸 Thank you to all who entered - all of your local hotspots sound amazing and we can't wait to experience some next year! If you're yet to secure your tickets for the House Tours, you can do so here: www.nzhouseandgardentours.co.nz...
Halloween is nearly upon us and, while popular in the US, it is still growing in popularity here in NZ. Will you get involved with Halloween this year? Why or why not? And where are the best places to trick-or-treat in Whangārei?
Hi Neighbours,
2degrees is all about fighting for fair which is why we’re giving one local business a $20,000 advertising package. Apply before 20th November at 2degrees.nz/ShopLocal
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NZ House & Garden House Tours are coming to the Bay of Islands!
Step inside the pages of one of New Zealand’s favourite magazines for a day of indulgence visiting exquisite homes and gardens, all in support of Breast Cancer Foundation NZ. For the last eleven years, the magazine has … View moreNZ House & Garden House Tours are coming to the Bay of Islands!
Step inside the pages of one of New Zealand’s favourite magazines for a day of indulgence visiting exquisite homes and gardens, all in support of Breast Cancer Foundation NZ. For the last eleven years, the magazine has handpicked five fabulous locations around the country and this time we are delighted to be heading to the Bay of Islands as one of our 5 locations.
Book Friday 14 February 2020 into your calendar and secure your tickets now for an inspiring day out exploring your backyard. Head to our website for more information.
The tara iti/New Zealand fairy tern is on the brink of extinction with fewer than 40 birds alive.
So there was much celebration about the first egg of the season, laid at Waipu by birds known as Mr and Mrs Red due to the red identification bands on their legs.
Kahutara Primary School in Featherston is switching to LEDs. All LEDs are Gen Less bulbs as they use less energy, which ultimately helps halt climate change. If we all got on board and switched now it would make a huge difference
#BeGenLess #GenLessBulbs <
Creating safer communities means ensuring that no one lives in fear of harm on the streets or in their own home. For the month of November, we want to raise awareness and work together to end all forms of violence including family harm, elder and child abuse, sexual assault, gang violence, and … View moreCreating safer communities means ensuring that no one lives in fear of harm on the streets or in their own home. For the month of November, we want to raise awareness and work together to end all forms of violence including family harm, elder and child abuse, sexual assault, gang violence, and more. These victimisations affect us all and can have lasting effects that spill into our everyday lives including at work and school.
To do your part this month, perhaps consider supporting a women’s refuge or work with Police in your area to host an info night on how to identify elder or child abuse in your community. This month’s campaign also coincides with White Ribbon Day on 25 November which is an internationally celebrated day that aims to prevent violence towards women.
Let us know how you’re spreading the ‘It’s Not OK’ message in your home or in your community by tagging us in your posts + using the following hashtag so we can see what you get up to:
#NSNZendviolence
Thank you to everyone that voted for the Northland Rescue Helicopter during Good in the Hood at Z Kaikohe, Z Taipa, Z Kamo and Z Porowini. We have been presented with a massive $6,729 donation! Thank you to Z for this great community initiative.
With Summer well on its way with lovely long, light evenings, there's plenty of reason to get out and about. What's your go-to evening exercise?
Voting closes tomorrow, November 1. These amazing homegrown heroes were shortlisted after a public call for nominations from gardeners all over the country, and you can read about their wonderful work here. Then don't forget to click through to vote for your favourite!
Boaties are being urged to check their lifejackets before going out on the water.
Old kapok lifejackets, not made since the 1980s, are still being discovered even though they should have been destroyed by now. Gas cylinders in inflatable lifejackets can also corrode and leak if they are not … View moreBoaties are being urged to check their lifejackets before going out on the water.
Old kapok lifejackets, not made since the 1980s, are still being discovered even though they should have been destroyed by now. Gas cylinders in inflatable lifejackets can also corrode and leak if they are not checked.
Manufacturers recommend that lifejackets should be replaced after 10 years.
Click here to see how you can test your lifejacket.
Hi all. We look out at a magnificient large tree across the valley from us. In early summer the wood pigeons spend a lot of time in it. It has milky sap if you break a bit off, at the moment it has immature 'berries' which we guess is what the pigeons enjoy later on. I've uploaded … View moreHi all. We look out at a magnificient large tree across the valley from us. In early summer the wood pigeons spend a lot of time in it. It has milky sap if you break a bit off, at the moment it has immature 'berries' which we guess is what the pigeons enjoy later on. I've uploaded some pictures in the hope someone can identify the type of tree for me. Incidentally, I think I have a small epiphyte of this same tree growing in a fork of my causurina tree. Is there anyone out there who can identify this tree for me? Thanks in advance.
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