Kauri Coast, Dargaville

2048 days ago

Hope for a real home for Northland's homeless

Denise Piper Reporter from Whangārei Leader

One Double Five is working with Kahui Tu Kaha and Ngati Hine Health Trust to deliver the Government's Housing First programme in Whangārei from July, providing homes for the chronic homeless.

2048 days ago

Hairy seaweed mystery at Orewa Beach

Caroline Williams Reporter from Rodney Times

A strange hair-like seaweed has arrived in vast quantities on Orewa Beach. One beach-goer said she had never seen anything like it in 40 years of walking on the beach. The seaweed is slippery, smells salty and resembles clumps of ginger hair. One of New Zealand's top marine biologists was … View moreA strange hair-like seaweed has arrived in vast quantities on Orewa Beach. One beach-goer said she had never seen anything like it in 40 years of walking on the beach. The seaweed is slippery, smells salty and resembles clumps of ginger hair. One of New Zealand's top marine biologists was unable to identify the species from a photo, so the seaweed remains nameless - for now. What do you think it is? Let us know in the comments.
[Please type 'NFP' if your comment is not for print.]

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2049 days ago

Now is the time to set up an Enduring Power of Attorney

Office for Seniors

Hi Neighbours!

What do your cat, your car, your home and your health have in common?

They are all things you want to be sure are looked after if you’re unable to.

Set up an Enduring Power of Attorney www.superseniors.msd.govt.nz...

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2049 days ago

Poll: Was this shirt pink enough for Pink Shirt Day?

Caroline Williams Reporter from Rodney Times

Hi neighbours. A 12-year-old boy was sent home from Helensville Primary School on Friday morning as the school claimed the shirt he was wearing was not pink enough for Pink Shirt Day, which was a symbolic stand against bullying led by the Mental Health Foundation. An email sent to the boy's … View moreHi neighbours. A 12-year-old boy was sent home from Helensville Primary School on Friday morning as the school claimed the shirt he was wearing was not pink enough for Pink Shirt Day, which was a symbolic stand against bullying led by the Mental Health Foundation. An email sent to the boy's mother from the school said he was sent home as students were told to wear pink if they had it, or wear uniform. No mufti was permitted.
READ MORE: www.stuff.co.nz...

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Was this shirt pink enough for Pink Shirt Day?
  • 72.2% Yes - The shirt is pink enough
    72.2% Complete
  • 19.4% No - The shirt is not pink enough
    19.4% Complete
  • 8.3% Undecided - Tell us in the comments
    8.3% Complete
36 votes
2056 days ago

Poll: Will you bring your own re-usable containers to the supermarket?

Stacey Reporter from Stuff

Supermarket giant Foodstuffs has announced that in the North Island it will now be allowing customers to bring re-useable containers for use in staffed areas like seafood, bakery, delicatessen, and butchery areas.

To read more, click here.

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Will you bring your own re-usable containers to the supermarket?
  • 60.1% Yes!
    60.1% Complete
  • 39.9% No.
    39.9% Complete
2889 votes
2052 days ago

Who said storage can't be beautiful?

The Team from Resene ColorShop Whangarei

Floating shelves are a clever way to add flair to your walls, without taking up too much real estate.

Here’s a simple way to bring them into your home. Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene.

Find out how to create this quick and easy project … View more
Floating shelves are a clever way to add flair to your walls, without taking up too much real estate.

Here’s a simple way to bring them into your home. Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene.

Find out how to create this quick and easy project yourself

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2056 days ago

Are cats safe in urban Whangārei?

Denise Piper Reporter from Whangārei Leader

A Maunu resident has been left heartbroken after her cat was shot in the face. What do you think of this? Are cats safe in urban areas? (Please put NFP in your comments if they are not to be published.)

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2053 days ago

Wooden Hat Block

Ashley from Rural West Whangarei

I have a leather Acubra hat that needs to be wet and stretched over a wooden block to get it back into shape. Does anyone have a hat block they are not using that they would consider selling? Size 61cm / 24 inch. text OtwoO 4I3two 4two7six

2054 days ago

Driver who died in bus crash remembered for his kindness

Denise Piper Reporter from Whangārei Leader

Whangārei bus driver, Aka Rapana - also known as Danny, has been remembered for his kindness to others.

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2054 days ago

Second Semester Study Te Tai Tokerau!

Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi

Kia ora! Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi is one of 3 Wānanga nationwide providing positive educational pathways with a Kaupapa Māori philosophy.

Our campus in Whangarei is located at 12A Murdoch Crescent, Raumanga Heights offering te reo Māori programmes and marae-centred courses throughout… View more
Kia ora! Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi is one of 3 Wānanga nationwide providing positive educational pathways with a Kaupapa Māori philosophy.

Our campus in Whangarei is located at 12A Murdoch Crescent, Raumanga Heights offering te reo Māori programmes and marae-centred courses throughout Te Tai Tokerau including Kai Oranga, Te Pou Hono and Community Education.

We are pleased to also offer fee-free programmes (conditions apply).

If you are looking for study options locally we’d love to hear from you!
Find out more

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