Kauri Coast, Dargaville

1651 days ago

Learn te reo Māori!

Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi

Te Pōkaitahi Reo

Meet Parminder Singh (Punjabi) who shares his journey with Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi:

“Studying in the Pōkaitahi Reo programme has allowed me to develop a totally beautiful and unique relationship with Māori communities. The learning has helped my work to bridge… View more
Te Pōkaitahi Reo

Meet Parminder Singh (Punjabi) who shares his journey with Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi:

“Studying in the Pōkaitahi Reo programme has allowed me to develop a totally beautiful and unique relationship with Māori communities. The learning has helped my work to bridge gaps between Māori and others in our multicultural communities. When I look back, I feel really proud. It’s a great feeling when I speak te reo Māori. It’s a privilege.”

Share in Parminder’s experience and enquire now for 2020. These programmes are tuition fee free!
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1657 days ago

Hidden in New Zealand: A magical boot hotel

Trupti Biradar Reporter from Stuff Travel

Just 30 minutes from Nelson, you'll find this unique hotel - the brainchild of passionate and super-friendly locals Judy and Steve Richards. Would you stay?

1654 days ago

Luxury for less

Trupti Biradar Reporter from Stuff Travel

Luxury lodges, usually full of overseas tourists and facing the off-peak winter season are slashing prices as much as 60 per cent, making a night at these lodges a little more accessible.

1655 days ago

Would you dare?

Trupti Biradar Reporter from Stuff Travel

It's a cross between a fighter jet and torpedo - that looks like a shark - and this Queenstown ride has been discounted to encourage more Kiwis to travel.

1652 days ago

Thanks for Supporting Local New Zealand!

Support Local from Neighbourly Nz

Over 450 New Zealand businesses have now downloaded Support Local Shop Local posters, stickers and signs! Have you spotted one in your neighbourhood yet?

If you're a small business owner, make sure you help tell your local story by checking out the brilliant toolkits at support-local.nzView more
Over 450 New Zealand businesses have now downloaded Support Local Shop Local posters, stickers and signs! Have you spotted one in your neighbourhood yet?

If you're a small business owner, make sure you help tell your local story by checking out the brilliant toolkits at support-local.nz created by our mates at Stanley Street (they're local too!)
Find out more

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1654 days ago

Placemaking Programme launches in Whangarei

The Team from Whangarei District Council

Today we are celebrating our new Placemaking Programme, working collaboratively with communities to create great places to live, work and play. Have you got something to add?

Over the next few years we’ll be looking for input from people about how they would like to see their neighbourhoods … View more
Today we are celebrating our new Placemaking Programme, working collaboratively with communities to create great places to live, work and play. Have you got something to add?

Over the next few years we’ll be looking for input from people about how they would like to see their neighbourhoods change. To start, we are first creating plans alongside people from Hikurangi and Tikipunga.

Please read more about placemaking and complete our short survey to get started!

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1657 days ago

Have you ever had trouble with Whangārei hospital's emergency department?

Denise Piper Reporter from Whangārei Leader

The first stocktake of hospital infrastructure shows many intensive care units, operating theatres and emergency departments are in a "poor or very poor" state - including Whangārei Hospital's emergency department, which is only 40 per cent as big as it should be. Have you ever had … View moreThe first stocktake of hospital infrastructure shows many intensive care units, operating theatres and emergency departments are in a "poor or very poor" state - including Whangārei Hospital's emergency department, which is only 40 per cent as big as it should be. Have you ever had problems with a long wait time or overcrowding in the emergency department? Share your story below (please write NFP if your comment is not for publication) or contact me directly on denise.piper@stuff.co.nz

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1654 days ago

How to create a happy and healthy home for less

The Warehouse

Did you know a government and industry study found the condition of as many as one in two New Zealand homes assessed wasn’t as healthy as it should be?

That has a big impact on our health, but despite the obstacles we face, there are lots of simple ways to make your place warmer and drier, … View more
Did you know a government and industry study found the condition of as many as one in two New Zealand homes assessed wasn’t as healthy as it should be?

That has a big impact on our health, but despite the obstacles we face, there are lots of simple ways to make your place warmer and drier, more comfortable and easier to heat.
Find out more

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1655 days ago

Next issue of Get Growing ezine - coming soon!

Reporter NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Hi everyone, the next issue of Get Growing will be released early next week, so keep your eyes peeled! In the meantime you can read all previous editions here, so dig in and enjoy!

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1655 days ago

Creative ideas for using wallpaper

The Team from Resene ColorShop Whangarei

Use colourful wallpaper to update a tired old piece of furniture easily!

Make the most of this weekend with this easy project idea from Resene. Find out how to create this quick and easy project yourself

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1663 days ago

Share your thoughts on Freedom Camping

The Team from Whangarei District Council

Now that we’re between seasons for freedom campers we are keen to get a snapshot of public opinion on freedom camping in our District.

Want to share your perspective? This survey takes about 5 minutes and can be completed anonymously. We are looking for input from campers, locals and visitors!

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Now that we’re between seasons for freedom campers we are keen to get a snapshot of public opinion on freedom camping in our District.

Want to share your perspective? This survey takes about 5 minutes and can be completed anonymously. We are looking for input from campers, locals and visitors!

The Camping in Public Places bylaw is not due for review until 2022. If the Council proposes to change the bylaw, we will undertake public consultation and there will be an opportunity for the public to make submissions and speak at a hearing at the time.

Use this link to begin the survey:
au.openforms.com...

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