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1543 days ago

Have you met any yachties stranded in Whangārei?

Denise Piper Reporter from Whangārei Leader

Susan Koning, from Canada, and her husband Martin, from South Africa, are "stranded" in NZ aboard their yacht Shenemere thanks to the Covid-19 border restrictions. But they are making the most of their time in Whangārei by contributing to the local economy, volunteering with Red Cross … View moreSusan Koning, from Canada, and her husband Martin, from South Africa, are "stranded" in NZ aboard their yacht Shenemere thanks to the Covid-19 border restrictions. But they are making the most of their time in Whangārei by contributing to the local economy, volunteering with Red Cross and creating a fundraising cookbook.

1543 days ago

It's the final countdown

The Team from New Zealander of the Year Award | Ngā Tohu Pou Kōhure o Aotearoa

Neighbours! This. Is. Not. A. Drill! Northland, you’ve got less than 24 hours to get your Kiwibank New Zealand Local Hero of the Year nominations in.

Who will it be?

nzawards.org.nz...

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1543 days ago

Plumbing companies required

Spencers

We are looking for subcontractors with their own company|, van and tools and the ability to be reliable and self-managed.

The work involves:
● Renovations and refurbishments of bathrooms and kitchens,
● Hot water systems – cylinder install, replacements and repairs,
● Install, … View more
We are looking for subcontractors with their own company|, van and tools and the ability to be reliable and self-managed.

The work involves:
● Renovations and refurbishments of bathrooms and kitchens,
● Hot water systems – cylinder install, replacements and repairs,
● Install, replacement and repairs to plumbing pipes and plumbing fittings
● Leaking water repairs and reports
● Vanity and laundry tub installs
● General plumbing maintenance

Work is carried out to our clients’ schedule of rates so there is no quoting or invoicing.

Basic knowledge of IT is required as jobs are received and invoiced via internet portal.

If you are looking for continuous, year-round workflows with reliable twice-monthly guaranteed payments, and opportunities to grow your business then please contact Chantelle.bacon@spencerhenshaw.co.nz
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1544 days ago

Better balance is easy!

The Team from ACC New Zealand

Maintaining your balance is key to enjoying life and avoiding falls. With the easy-to-use app called Nymbl, you can improve your balance and live falls free. You just need a smartphone or tablet.

With Nymbl you’ll use simple and safe body movements and easy brain challenges like trivia. … View more
Maintaining your balance is key to enjoying life and avoiding falls. With the easy-to-use app called Nymbl, you can improve your balance and live falls free. You just need a smartphone or tablet.

With Nymbl you’ll use simple and safe body movements and easy brain challenges like trivia. It’s a technique called dual-tasking and it’s proven to be effective, it’s also fun. Just 10 minutes a day in the comfort of your own home and you can be Nymbl.

Register now to get Nymbl free. Nymbl is brought to you by Live Stronger For Longer and ACC, MOH and HQSC.
Register now

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1545 days ago

Low E double glazing - Good all year round

RetroFit Double Glazing - Northland

We all know Low E double glazing is good for winter, it can help keep your homes warm and dry, but did you know it's also good in summer too. Depending on what option you choose it can also help reduce solar heat gain. To read up on the many benefits of Low E double glazing click hereView moreWe all know Low E double glazing is good for winter, it can help keep your homes warm and dry, but did you know it's also good in summer too. Depending on what option you choose it can also help reduce solar heat gain. To read up on the many benefits of Low E double glazing click here Otherwise talk our experts and they can help tailor a solution based on your home. Get your free retrofit double glazing quote from us now click here or call us on 0800 658 658.

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1546 days ago

Rotary hoe wanted

Richard from Rural West Whangarei

My old Morrison 'Multihoe' rotary hoe finally gave up after 40 years. I'm looking for another rotary hoe to replace my hoe or if its a Morrison I may be able to rebuild my old one. If you have one you're not using any more I'd be keen to give it a new life, and pay you for … View moreMy old Morrison 'Multihoe' rotary hoe finally gave up after 40 years. I'm looking for another rotary hoe to replace my hoe or if its a Morrison I may be able to rebuild my old one. If you have one you're not using any more I'd be keen to give it a new life, and pay you for it, thanks, Richard

1545 days ago

Do you get our free gardening ezine?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

In this week’s issue we’ve got a spring checklist for vegetables and flowers and, by special request, instructions for making newspaper plant pots for seedlings. Plus it’s time to tidy up hellebores, sow brassica seeds and start a new compost heap.

We have three tasty recipes from Jamie … View more
In this week’s issue we’ve got a spring checklist for vegetables and flowers and, by special request, instructions for making newspaper plant pots for seedlings. Plus it’s time to tidy up hellebores, sow brassica seeds and start a new compost heap.

We have three tasty recipes from Jamie Oliver’s new book 7 Ways. Plus go in the draw for fertiliser and soil enhancer from Fodda and Mr Fothergill’s ultimate garden pack.

Delivered every Friday to your email inbox, Get Growing digital magazine offers seasonal gardening advice from the NZ Gardener magazine's team of experts. Each week we answer all your burning questions on raising fruit and veges and tell you the top tasks to do in your backyard this weekend. Subscribe here:

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1545 days ago

Make a photo booth

The Team from Resene ColorShop Whangarei

Got an important celebration or party coming up? Create your own photo booth for guests to enjoy. The best thing about this photo booth is that you can easily erase and change your text to reuse the frame for different events with a Resene FX Write-on Wall Paint whiteboard finish on one side and … View moreGot an important celebration or party coming up? Create your own photo booth for guests to enjoy. The best thing about this photo booth is that you can easily erase and change your text to reuse the frame for different events with a Resene FX Write-on Wall Paint whiteboard finish on one side and a Resene FX Blackboard Paint finish on the other.

It’s perfect for baby showers, hen’s parties, kid’s birthdays and much more! Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene.

Learn how to create your own to get your guests in the party photo mood.

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1547 days ago

Whangaparāoa dad thought he had a parasite, but it was cancer

Brittany Keogh Reporter from Rodney Times

Hi neighbours, When Whangaparāoa man Darrell Poole first noticed gurgling sounds and cramping coming from his intestine, he thought he had a parasite.
But, just days before Christmas 2019, a colonoscopy revealed a much more sinister reason for the symptoms – aggressive colon cancer.
The dad of… View more
Hi neighbours, When Whangaparāoa man Darrell Poole first noticed gurgling sounds and cramping coming from his intestine, he thought he had a parasite.
But, just days before Christmas 2019, a colonoscopy revealed a much more sinister reason for the symptoms – aggressive colon cancer.
The dad of two has been told he has no further treatment options in NZ and is fundraising to get to the US to participate in a drug trial that will cost between $200,000 and $1 million. Read more about his story by clinking the below link.

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1547 days ago

$500,000 fund to boost Northland flood recovery efforts

Ripu Bhatia Reporter from Community News

The government has allocated $500,000 to support flood relief activities in Northland.

The move comes after a once-in-500-years storm struck the region on July 17 and 18, causing flooding and millions of dollars of damage to homes and buildings.

Internal Affairs Minister Tracey Martin said … View more
The government has allocated $500,000 to support flood relief activities in Northland.

The move comes after a once-in-500-years storm struck the region on July 17 and 18, causing flooding and millions of dollars of damage to homes and buildings.

Internal Affairs Minister Tracey Martin said organisations providing services and projects supporting flood recovery efforts will be able to request for grants from the fund from today.

“The Lottery Grants Board recognised the considerable impact that the flooding has had on the communities of Northland and so funding will be available to support impacted community facilities, marae and community organisations that are providing welfare support in the region,” she said.

Department of Internal Affairs, which administers Lottery funding on the Board’s behalf, will be working with the region’s local councils, iwi, hapū and other key stakeholders to assess how the funding can be used and how it will be distributed.

The assessment of community need is at an early stage, and grant money is not available to individuals who have suffered personal loss or property damage.

The Board has previously provided funding to support community responses to natural disasters, including the Tasman fires, Edgecumbe flooding and the Christchurch and the Hurunui/Kāikoura/Marlborough earthquakes.

Damage caused by recent floods in Northland that have been called a once in 500-year event are expected to cost insurance companies millions of dollars.

Further information, including how to apply for funding relating to the Northland flood, can be found at www.communitymatters.govt.nz...

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1546 days ago

MPI issues recall for peaches

Neighbourly.co.nz

The Ministry for Primary Industries has issued a recall for two varieties of yellow flesh peaches due to the possible presence of Salmonella enteritidis.

What you need to know:

Primor Produce Ltd and Turners and Growers fresh Ltd yellow flesh peaches sold between 10 July to 25 August 2020 … View more
The Ministry for Primary Industries has issued a recall for two varieties of yellow flesh peaches due to the possible presence of Salmonella enteritidis.

What you need to know:

Primor Produce Ltd and Turners and Growers fresh Ltd yellow flesh peaches sold between 10 July to 25 August 2020 should not be consumed due to the presence of the bacteria.

ALL yellow flesh peaches imported from the United States should not be consumed if purchased between 10 July to 25 August.

The products are sold in New World, Pak'n Save, Gilmours and Four Square stores across the North Island.

To learn more about the recall see the New Zealand Food Safety Website.

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1550 days ago

1 Week to Nominate

The Team from New Zealander of the Year Award | Ngā Tohu Pou Kōhure o Aotearoa

Hey neighbours,

One week to go! That's 168 hours left to nominate a Local Hero of Northland.

We know they're out there - organising events, coaching sport, volunteering for a greater cause, selflessly working towards the greater good of your community.

Celebrate their impact and … View more
Hey neighbours,

One week to go! That's 168 hours left to nominate a Local Hero of Northland.

We know they're out there - organising events, coaching sport, volunteering for a greater cause, selflessly working towards the greater good of your community.

Celebrate their impact and nominate them before Sunday 30 August.

nzawards.org.nz...

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1547 days ago

New reporter for north Auckland

Caroline Williams Reporter from Rodney Times

Hi neighbours, my name is Caroline and I'm going to be covering news in the Rodney area temporarily while our other reporter works on another project.

A bit about me: I moved to Auckland from Palmerston North to report for Stuff in 2018. I've spent most of my time at Stuff covering … View more
Hi neighbours, my name is Caroline and I'm going to be covering news in the Rodney area temporarily while our other reporter works on another project.

A bit about me: I moved to Auckland from Palmerston North to report for Stuff in 2018. I've spent most of my time at Stuff covering breaking news but also spent six months reporting solely for the Rodney Times.
I live in Albany and will split my time between there, Stuff's Ponsonby and Takapuna offices. I enjoy writing about crime, social issues and anything funny, weird or wacky.

If there is anything you think Stuff should be reporting on or investigating, I'd love to hear from you. Feel free to message me via Neighbourly, Facebook (link below) or flick me an email at caroline.williams@stuff.co.nz

1547 days ago

Poll: Is the government doing enough to support Northland’s recovery from the floods?

Ripu Bhatia Reporter from Community News

The government has allocated $500,000 for organisations, services and projects supporting flood recovery efforts in Northland.

The fund can be accessed through grants, but grant money is not available to individuals who have suffered personal loss or property damage.

Millions of dollars in … View more
The government has allocated $500,000 for organisations, services and projects supporting flood recovery efforts in Northland.

The fund can be accessed through grants, but grant money is not available to individuals who have suffered personal loss or property damage.

Millions of dollars in damages were caused to buildings, homes and vehicles in Northland during the floods on July 17 and 18.

Do you think the government’s support goes far enough?

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Is the government doing enough to support Northland’s recovery from the floods?
  • 42.1% Yes - this fund will help the rebuild
    42.1% Complete
  • 57.9% No- it should be extended to individuals who have suffered losses
    57.9% Complete
19 votes
1547 days ago

A guide to mandatory mask use during Covid-19 level 2 and beyond

The Team Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

Wondering what the mandatory use of masks during level 2 means for you?

Based on the information at hand, here’s what you need to know about the new face mask requirements, including what kind of covering you can use and when to use it.

Click here to read more.

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