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Making it onto the first rung of the property ladder can be an incredibly rewarding journey – and Stuff is here to help you through.
Stuff Homed has launched the First Time Buyers’ Club, an email series to help you navigate the equal-parts exciting and terrifying process of buying your first… View moreMaking it onto the first rung of the property ladder can be an incredibly rewarding journey – and Stuff is here to help you through.
Stuff Homed has launched the First Time Buyers’ Club, an email series to help you navigate the equal-parts exciting and terrifying process of buying your first ever home. When you join our six-week LearnStuff course, you’ll get an email every week giving you all the basics on what you need to know, who you need on your side, and what you need to do at each stage of the journey.
We can’t make the houses any cheaper, but we can guide you through the process, share some tips from the experts, and help you avoid some of the trips and traps.
Sign up (it's free) and get started on your house-buying journey.
Good People
For this Thursday, the 11th August at 6pm, WFS will be screening the Canadian documentary, The Gardener
Our 8pm session will be the British Comedy, The Duke starring Jim Broadbent and Helen Mirren.
Please Note: We are at the Orange traffic light setting and so we must abide by … View moreGood People
For this Thursday, the 11th August at 6pm, WFS will be screening the Canadian documentary, The Gardener
Our 8pm session will be the British Comedy, The Duke starring Jim Broadbent and Helen Mirren.
Please Note: We are at the Orange traffic light setting and so we must abide by the guidelines set out by the WDC Forum North Events and Venue department.
Please show courtesy to others by practicing social distancing within the venue, particularly around the bar and food areas on the mezzanine floor.
The Gardener, 2018, Canada, Documentary, Rated G, 90 mins
Cast - Frank Cabot
This documentary reflects on the meaning of gardening and its impacts on our lives. Shortly before his passing at the age of 86, influential gardener and horticulturalist Frank Cabot recounts his personal quest for perfection at Les Quatre Vents, his 20-acre English style garden and summer estate that was opened to a film crew for the first time ever in 2009.
Nestled amongst the rolling hills of the Charlevoix County in Quebec, Les Quatre Vents has become one of the world’s foremost private gardens. Created over 75 years and three generations, it is an enchanted place of beauty and surprise, a horticultural masterpiece of the 21st century.
Through the words of Cabot and his family, and with the participation of gardening experts and writers, the film captures this remarkable man’s personal story and the artistic philosophy that gave birth to one of the greatest gardens in the world.
View the trailer at: www.youtube.com...
Tickets: Door sales only. Price: $10 for WFS members, $15 for non members.
Cash only please - no Eftpos/credit card services available.
Visit whangareifilmsociety.org and sign up for our free weekly email for information on our films and screening dates for 2022.
Find your voice with Toastmasters. At Toastmasters@Lunchtime we learn to communicate with confidence, leadership skills and to listen actively. Join us for a fun filled meeting. Every Wednesday 1-2pm May Bain Room Whangarei Central Library
We still need volunteers in the following areas - Ruakaka, Whangarei, Dargaville, and Kaikohe. We are really grateful to have volunteers that support the Cancer Society, in fact all of them that give an hour or two are the only reason we are able to continue Daffodil Day and the support that means … View moreWe still need volunteers in the following areas - Ruakaka, Whangarei, Dargaville, and Kaikohe. We are really grateful to have volunteers that support the Cancer Society, in fact all of them that give an hour or two are the only reason we are able to continue Daffodil Day and the support that means for cancer patients and their whanāu.
Call 0800 366 066 to register your interest, or go to daffodilday.org.nz...
And, THANK YOU!
The countdown is on! Make sure you’re enrolled and your details are up to date by 12 August to make voting in the local elections easy.
Visit vote.nz or call 0800 36 76 56 to find out more.
We are looking for gardening volunteers. This beautiful garden has been entered into the Whangarei Discovery Garden Touur for 19th November & 20th November 2022.
Please contact me if you are willing to help.
Study with us
Meet Denise from Germany who wanted to learn about the language and culture of Aotearoa. “I wanted to engage with Māori and understand and honour the culture”.
I was lucky to get the opportunity to study with Awanuiārangi at Papatūānuku Kōkiri Marae. It was the best … View moreStudy with us
Meet Denise from Germany who wanted to learn about the language and culture of Aotearoa. “I wanted to engage with Māori and understand and honour the culture”.
I was lucky to get the opportunity to study with Awanuiārangi at Papatūānuku Kōkiri Marae. It was the best thing that could have happened, a game-changer. I had a great teacher. Learning at the marae was very special – it got me into Te Ao Māori quickly applying our learning straight away.
I don’t know where I would be without this te reo journey. It was an incredible experience that has changed my life.
It doesn't matter how much you fall, the most important thing is how strongly you try to get up and try again. ?
It’s time to start thinking about what you can do to help out those who need it most this Christmas. 1 in 5 Kiwi children are currently living in households that don’t have enough food. Christmas Box is a food box that caters to a family of 4-6, helping supplement breakfast, lunch and dinner … View moreIt’s time to start thinking about what you can do to help out those who need it most this Christmas. 1 in 5 Kiwi children are currently living in households that don’t have enough food. Christmas Box is a food box that caters to a family of 4-6, helping supplement breakfast, lunch and dinner meals over a week.
For just $40 you’re not only providing food essentials and treats but you’re also giving hope to families in need.
To sponsor a box, go to christmasbox.co.nz.
Proud to say I start a new job next week working for CCS Disability Action - Northland Branch
My Job title is Northland Disability Leadership Intern
The position is a leadership role which works under the guidance, direction and delegation of the Regional Disability Leadership Coordinator … View moreProud to say I start a new job next week working for CCS Disability Action - Northland Branch
My Job title is Northland Disability Leadership Intern
The position is a leadership role which works under the guidance, direction and delegation of the Regional Disability Leadership Coordinator and involves relationship building, support and administration and the provision of quality education and awareness programs internally and externally to community organisation’s, businesses, schools, and the wider community.
Functional Relationships
CCS Disability Action Northern Region Staff
Regional Disabled Staff Group
National Disabled Staff Leadership Team
Local Advisory/Local Committees
Disabled people, family, and whanau
Community, government and disability sector representatives and groups
Other professionals and organisations specific to the role
The Northland Disability Leadership intern will promote Disabled Leadership and the perspective and reality for disabled people within CCS Disability Action and the community.
Be part of and monitor the promotion of a disability culture in the Northland branch.
Support the Regional Disability Leadership Coordinator to build Sustainability for the Regional Disabled Staff Group to be:
A forum where disabled staff can freely discuss issues and provide input on disability related issues to the Region and Wider Organisation.
A forum to promote the fostering of disabled staff as Leaders.
The Northland Disability Leadership intern will build internal and external relationships that are positive and focused on the well-being of disabled people.
I really want to hear from the community about challenges those less able may be facing, lets look for solutions.
One message I want to get across those will disabilities also have abilities lets focus on what people can do
Did you know our programmes are currently being delivered in 12 schools across the Far North? Kiwi Can and Career Navigator Ngā Ara Whetū support tamariki and rangatahi to overcome life's obstacles.
Find out more about our programmes through the link below.
Could your local dance group use a $5,000 cash injection?
Whether it’s pre-schoolers or seniors, Scottish dancing or salsa, kapa haka or Kathak, breakdance or ballet – if you’re encouraging people of all ages and abilities to keep moving through dance, we have three Love to Dance grants up… View moreCould your local dance group use a $5,000 cash injection?
Whether it’s pre-schoolers or seniors, Scottish dancing or salsa, kapa haka or Kathak, breakdance or ballet – if you’re encouraging people of all ages and abilities to keep moving through dance, we have three Love to Dance grants up for grabs.
Receive one of three $5,000 grants to spend on equipment, transport, costumes or anything you need to support your community’s love of dance.
George Weston Foods (NZ) Ltd is recalling specific batches of various Tip Top brand Supersoft Wholemeal and Oatilicious breads as the products may contain foreign matter (plastic).
This recall affects loaves of bread with the Best Before Date of 26JUL22 in these products:
Tip Top brand … View moreGeorge Weston Foods (NZ) Ltd is recalling specific batches of various Tip Top brand Supersoft Wholemeal and Oatilicious breads as the products may contain foreign matter (plastic).
This recall affects loaves of bread with the Best Before Date of 26JUL22 in these products:
Tip Top brand Supersoft Wholemeal Sandwich (700g)
Tip Top brand Supersoft Wholemeal Toast (700g)
Tip Top brand Oatilicious Sandwich (700g)
Tip Top brand Oatilicious Toast (700g)
Tip Top brand Oatilicious Super Thick (700g)
There have been no reports of associated injury but consumers are being advised not to eat these products. If you have concerns about your health after consuming this bread, seek medical advice.
Customers should return the products to their retailer for a replacement or full refund, and direct any questions to George Weston Foods (NZ) Ltd by phone - 0800 449 660.
RNZ News reports today:-
Plans to build an 850-seat riverside conference and events centre in Whangārei have been revived.
Last year councillors voted not to help pay for the Ōruku Landing project, originally pitched by private developers.
The government had committed $59 million in … View moreRNZ News reports today:-
Plans to build an 850-seat riverside conference and events centre in Whangārei have been revived.
Last year councillors voted not to help pay for the Ōruku Landing project, originally pitched by private developers.
The government had committed $59 million in funding.
The designs have since been scaled back, and today the council agreed to give $3m for footpaths, stormwater and traffic upgrades - far less than the $70 million needed for the former version last year.
The Prosper Northland Charitable Trust said the centre would spur $40m in visitor spending in the first five years.
It had taken over the conference centre project, and would own the finished product.
The trust's revised design provided to council had 850 seats and a 40 percent smaller floor area. Theatre capacity was removed and the building height was reduced.
Trustee Ian Reeves told RNZ the centre was also still expected to stimulate other builds nearby, including a 4-star hotel "which is very necessary - and has been acknowledged for years and years as necessary - and also further apartment developments".
More than 5000 people submitted their views on the proposals last year - nearly 80 per cent were against the old proposals.
When the council rejected the project, Whangārei MP Emily Henderson said she was "very disappointed".
Northlander and former deputy Prime MInister Winston Peters told RNZ the city was looking "a gift horse in the mouth".
Government funding of $59m for the build was about to go back into the Crown Infrastructure Partners' pool, but Ōruku campaigners asked for the money to stay ringfenced while they revised the plans. They have now retained the allocation.
Councillor Vince Cocurullo complimented their stickability today.
"They have kept it alive, they have kept the communications going," he said.
"We all thought the project was completely dead. We thought the government had turned around and said 'right this council, the Whangārei District Council doesn't want it, therefore it's not going to happen'."
But the councillors' vote was not unanimous.
Tricia Cutforth chose to abstain, and Simon Reid (Ngāpuhi) was against, and said it was unfair for some building projects to have infrastructure costs cut, and others not.
"Our ratepayers have clearly told me - well the ones that have contacted me - that they have not had any help in a development."
Several red-and-blues have been sitting on the intersection of SH1 and Apotu Rd. for quite some time, traffic is stop-and-go. No idea what's happened or what's going on, but traffic is affected.
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