Kauri Coast, Dargaville

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15 days ago

Pamela’s Kiwi food tour

Jane Mander Retirement Village

Pamela, a resident of Bert Sutcliffe Village, has a passion for good food, great company, and exploring new places. A seasoned traveller and cruising enthusiast, Pamela has sailed to numerous destinations, sampling local cuisines along the way.

Closer to home, alongside her son-in-law and … View more
Pamela, a resident of Bert Sutcliffe Village, has a passion for good food, great company, and exploring new places. A seasoned traveller and cruising enthusiast, Pamela has sailed to numerous destinations, sampling local cuisines along the way.

Closer to home, alongside her son-in-law and daughter, she has discovered a variety of restaurants that showcase the diversity of New Zealand’s culinary scene. Whether you’re planning a road trip, dreaming about your next cruise, or simply searching for a great dining spot, these are Pamela’s top food recommendations to inspire your next adventure.

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16 days ago

🎄Let's get festive 🎄

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

If you've decked your halls with all things jolly, we think it deserves to be shown off!

Share a photo of your home in its Christmassy glory and be in to win a spot prize. Some of these entries will be chosen as a finalist for the grand title of NZ's Merriest Home which Neighbourly … View more
If you've decked your halls with all things jolly, we think it deserves to be shown off!

Share a photo of your home in its Christmassy glory and be in to win a spot prize. Some of these entries will be chosen as a finalist for the grand title of NZ's Merriest Home which Neighbourly members can vote on!

Entries close Sunday, 15th of December so share a photo today 📸
NZ's Merriest Home

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25 days ago

Live Q&A: Garden maintenance with Crewcut

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

This Wednesday, we are having another Neighbourly Q&A session. This time with John Bracewell from Crewcut.

John Bracewell, former Black Caps coach turned Franchisee Development Manager and currently the face of Crewcut’s #Movember campaign, knows a thing or two about keeping the grass … View more
This Wednesday, we are having another Neighbourly Q&A session. This time with John Bracewell from Crewcut.

John Bracewell, former Black Caps coach turned Franchisee Development Manager and currently the face of Crewcut’s #Movember campaign, knows a thing or two about keeping the grass looking sharp—whether it’s on a cricket pitch or in your backyard!

As a seasoned Crewcut franchisee, John is excited to answer your lawn and gardening questions. After years of perfecting the greens on the field, he's ready to share tips on how to knock your garden out of the park. Let's just say he’s as passionate about lush lawns as he is about a good game of cricket!

John is happy to answer questions about lawn mowing, tree/hedge trimming, tidying your garden, ride on mowing, you name it! He'll be online on Wednesday, 27th of November to answer them all.

Share your question below now ⬇️

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17 days ago

LEWIS ROAD CREAMERY

Kathleen from Mangawhai District

I have about 20 empty Lewis Road Creamery 1.5 Liter bottles (plastic) to give away - does anyone have a use for it, or some other advice?

Free

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19 days ago

Poll: Do you think banning gang patches is reasonable?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

With the government cracking down on gangs, it is now illegal for gang members to display their insignia in public places whether through clothing or their property.

This means arrests can be made if these patches are worn in places like restaurants, shops, on public transport or ferries, and on… View more
With the government cracking down on gangs, it is now illegal for gang members to display their insignia in public places whether through clothing or their property.

This means arrests can be made if these patches are worn in places like restaurants, shops, on public transport or ferries, and on airplanes. Arrests were made recently at a funeral.

Do you think this ban is reasonable?

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Do you think banning gang patches is reasonable?
  • 75.4% Yes
    75.4% Complete
  • 23% No
    23% Complete
  • 1.6% Other - I'll share below
    1.6% Complete
2382 votes
26 days ago

Poll: Should all neighbours have to contribute to improvements?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

An Auckland court has ruled a woman doesn’t have to contribute towards the cost of fixing a driveway she shares with 10 neighbours.

When thinking about fences, driveways or tree felling, for example, do you think all neighbours should have to pay if the improvements directly benefit them?

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Should all neighbours have to contribute to improvements?
  • 81.9% Yes
    81.9% Complete
  • 15.4% No
    15.4% Complete
  • 2.8% Other - I'll share below
    2.8% Complete
2686 votes
19 days ago

Cupboards of calm

The Team from Resene ColorShop Whangarei

Transform the inside of your humble storage spaces with Resene paint and you’ll be happy to delve into them in future.

Get our quick tips to transform your storage spaces.

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20 days ago

Garage + Boot Sale

Theodora from South Whangarei

Otaika Valley Community Hall are having a Garage + Carboot Sale 9am-1 pm this Saturday, November 30. All welcome - come and grab a bargain!

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20 days ago

Church pews

Judith from Rural West Whangarei

I had planned to use these in our porch but lack space. 3 for sale. These will be at our garage sale on sat 30th at 88 Whatitiri Road Maungatapere. 8am-2pm

Price: $110

20 days ago

Fiamma bike rack

Judith from Rural West Whangarei

This will be at our garage sale on Sat 30th 8am-2pm. 88 Whatitiri Rd Maungatapere. 1/2 the price of the Black Fri sale.

Price: $250

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20 days ago

Antique Model

Judith from Rural West Whangarei

Haven't used this in the last 25 years so time to declutter. Will be at our garage sale on Saturday 30th Nov. 88 Whatitiri Road Maungatapere 8am-2 pm.

Price: $100

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20 days ago

Heated towel rail

Judith from Rural West Whangarei

New. Bought this for my daughter but didn't fit in her bathroom. Still in original package. This item will be at our garage sale on 30th Nov. 8am-2pm at 88 Whatitiri Rd Maungatapere

Price: $200

20 days ago

Brew Kit

George from Langs Beach - Waipu

Wine...Cider...Beer
You choose or maybe some of each

Price: $50

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21 days ago

Roading contractors have made a good start for the summer programme

The Team from Whangarei District Council

The District’s road repair season is off to a good start, with a third of summer’s rehabilitation projects completed.

Infrastructure Chairman Simon Reid says sections of Russell Road (Whakapara), Marua and Snooks roads have already been renewed.

“This year, we have been closing roads … View more
The District’s road repair season is off to a good start, with a third of summer’s rehabilitation projects completed.

Infrastructure Chairman Simon Reid says sections of Russell Road (Whakapara), Marua and Snooks roads have already been renewed.

“This year, we have been closing roads and detouring traffic around some worksites to reduce the overall time spent on the repairs, so teams can move onto new jobs faster. It has already paid off, cutting weeks from the timeframes so far.”

Over the next three months, Fulton Hogan will complete two sections of Pipiwai Road (central and north), Tatton Road and Roydon Drive, while Downer will rehabilitate sections of Three Mile Bush Road South, Raumanga Valley Road and Flyger Road.

Seal extensions are also scheduled for sections of McLean Road (south) and Gray Road (north).

“We are currently working on Pipiwai Road, next to the Northland Golf Club, and the job should be completed early in December. We will then start preparing Three Mile Bush Road and Pipiwai Road, by Matarau Road.”

Councillor Reid says design work for the rest of the sites is almost complete, and the whole programme should be complete by March 2025 if the weather holds.

“When overnight temperatures have risen enough, we will start repairs to sites where gravel stripped off the seal after a sudden cold snap during last year’s construction season. We will report back on that in coming weeks. The contractors will cover the cost of those repairs."

📷 Shown here: Culvert replacement on Mangapai Road, with a temporary alternative route built to keep traffic off the work-site.

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21 days ago

Win this brand new home!

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This home offers three bedrooms, spacious kitchen and living areas, and a double garage.
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