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The jetty along the Hatea Loop will become a beautiful little over-the-water stopping point by Christmas.
Who out there in the community normally has a flutter at the Dargaville races. Will you be going on Friday? (Nov 11) Will you not be going because the special licence that has in the past allowed punters to bring their own booze has been turned down?
Have you always enjoy the laid back … View moreWho out there in the community normally has a flutter at the Dargaville races. Will you be going on Friday? (Nov 11) Will you not be going because the special licence that has in the past allowed punters to bring their own booze has been turned down?
Have you always enjoy the laid back atmosphere of this country meet?
Are you among any of those workplaces who will now have to make other arrangements for it pre- Christmas social event? We would love to hear your comments on the situation.
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November 26th, 1:30 - 5:00 pm. In Step Dance Studio, 42 Reyburn House Lane, Whangarei.
An independent, uncensored conclusion of the extensive and up to date scientific evidence of the threat to humanity that the climate crisis brings - then opens the floor for lengthy discussion about the … View moreNovember 26th, 1:30 - 5:00 pm. In Step Dance Studio, 42 Reyburn House Lane, Whangarei.
An independent, uncensored conclusion of the extensive and up to date scientific evidence of the threat to humanity that the climate crisis brings - then opens the floor for lengthy discussion about the implications of this for our community and how we can choose to respond.
Free event but door koha appreciated please.
Book at guymcwhangarei.eventbrite.co.nz
Five Neighbourly members have won a cleaner house! Check out if you've scored a $100 Goodnest voucher here. Spotted a neighbour on the list? Let them know!
With over 750 local businesses nominated around the country, we are proud to announce our five finalists in the Vodafone Local Business Awards. Now we need your help to decide who our 1st, 2nd and 3rd place winners are.
Read more about our five finalists then cast your vote by … View moreWith over 750 local businesses nominated around the country, we are proud to announce our five finalists in the Vodafone Local Business Awards. Now we need your help to decide who our 1st, 2nd and 3rd place winners are.
Read more about our five finalists then cast your vote by heading to our poll and selecting the business you would like to see scoop the title of New Zealand's favourite local business. You could help them win great prizes!
The SPCA is the only charity in New Zealand with the legal authority to seize abused or neglected animals and prosecute offenders. This is only possible because compassionate animal lovers throughout the community support their fight for justice.
SPCA Auckland is calling on you to help for their… View moreThe SPCA is the only charity in New Zealand with the legal authority to seize abused or neglected animals and prosecute offenders. This is only possible because compassionate animal lovers throughout the community support their fight for justice.
SPCA Auckland is calling on you to help for their Annual Appeal from 11th to 13th November. Collectors will take to the streets throughout Auckland, volunteering their time to make a difference for animals in need. Will you please donate to rescue, rehabilitate and seek justice for these innocent creatures? You can donate today at spcaannualappeal.org.nz.
To celebrate the launch of our latest TV advert we’re giving you the chance to win $1000 cash. Head over to our Facebook page to enter. Terms & conditions apply.
Check out our showcase exhibition at Reyburn House - it's on for another week ending on the 13th. A chance to see what we get up to and perhaps find something to take home, as many of the prints are for sale or order.
Definitely worth a look. Open 10am to 4pm during the week. 2 to 4 pm on … View moreCheck out our showcase exhibition at Reyburn House - it's on for another week ending on the 13th. A chance to see what we get up to and perhaps find something to take home, as many of the prints are for sale or order.
Definitely worth a look. Open 10am to 4pm during the week. 2 to 4 pm on weekends.
If you make, bake, farm or fish something you would like to sell, consider being part of the
Parua Bay Farmers Market.
First market is 27th November (1-4 PM) at the Parua Bay Community Centre.
For more information, interested parties can email paruabayfm@gmail.com
All of NZ’s coastline is at risk from tsunami. Take some time this weekend to make a plan with your family. If your street was evacuated where would you go? What would you take? What about pets? Do you have neighbours who might need your help?
In a local source tsunami we may only have a few … View moreAll of NZ’s coastline is at risk from tsunami. Take some time this weekend to make a plan with your family. If your street was evacuated where would you go? What would you take? What about pets? Do you have neighbours who might need your help?
In a local source tsunami we may only have a few minutes warning. Early warning saves lives. Know what to do and where to go. www.happens.nz...
This week in Pulse of the Nation, we're asking about property prices in your community. Do they concern you?
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At 253 Pataua South Road - Organic Eggs and other garden surplus ... Hens Eggs $8 dozen and Quail Eggs $5 a dozen available.
Need hints and tips on how to use quail eggs - I can show you how...
Do you have a working surplus to requirement computer suitable for kids homework needing a good home? .... Free or nearly free :)
This year has been an amazing year! ❤ and I am sending this out in the hopes of a little (operative word!) help... I have been up to some writing and research and I got my first book completed and published earlier this year. Since then (as a result of mum wanting to follow her fathers … View moreThis year has been an amazing year! ❤ and I am sending this out in the hopes of a little (operative word!) help... I have been up to some writing and research and I got my first book completed and published earlier this year. Since then (as a result of mum wanting to follow her fathers footsteps) I have undertaqken a pilgrimage that has led to my current project - I have come to the final stages in the reseach I am doing on my grandfather's WW2 Battle of Crete and POW journey - it is a monumental task and although the work rises up before me - it is a task I am enjoying!
However to complete these final stages I need to return to Crete and Crowthorne ... I am hoping I can do this in the summer school holiday period so it will not interfere with paid work which is something I must return to ...
I am writing a book transcribed from my grandfather's diary that starts at the point he left Kalamata in a row boat heading for Crete with only planks as oars...his words are complimented by my own that have been written on the same date 75 years later in the place he was ... to wrap all this up I have researched the historical facts given on this time and place to give a greater perspective on the situation. Finally the two (old) men (and their families) we met that were pivotal to all this are sharing what they know - since they never knew we existed prior to arriving in their neck of the woods - their stories and contributions are still in the pipeline.
However one of these men is very ill and due to his illness (terminal cancer) he has invited me to return to the UK to complete the final research he has undetaken on my project with him. While a return to the UK was in my plans the date was a way off as I need to return to paid work to save the money for this.
His request however has changed this and as the book I am writing is ultimately a gift to NZ history and will be given along with the original diary to Te Papa or to the NZ Military museum or the Dunedin Library I am calling for a little finacial assistance from everyone and anyone to make this journey possible.
If you think you could spare even the minimum Give-A-Little pledge and want to donate this to my work which involves this trip to the UK - I (and this man, especially) would be very grateful.
I understand if you can not or do not want to whatever the reasons.
I am rather - though - hoping you might just be able to Give-A-Little and be part of this very special journey I am tasked with. Thanks for reading - please share if you know others who might be interested.
The Give-A-Little page is here: givealittle.co.nz...
Thank you .....
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