Hikurangi Coastal, Hikurangi

2238 days ago

Do you know a Budding Young Gardener?

Yates

We’re looking for young gardeners (aged 5-15 years) who love getting into the garden, whether it’s growing fruit and veggies or flowers for the butterflies and bees. A Yates Budding Young Gardener may have been gardening for a few years and know how to sow seeds, rustle up a few radishes and… View moreWe’re looking for young gardeners (aged 5-15 years) who love getting into the garden, whether it’s growing fruit and veggies or flowers for the butterflies and bees. A Yates Budding Young Gardener may have been gardening for a few years and know how to sow seeds, rustle up a few radishes and turn lemons into lemonade. Or even just starting out!

Yates Budding Young Gardener will become a Yates brand ambassador for one year AND win an amazing family trip for four, to the Gold Coast, Australia.

The five day trip will include flights, accommodation, a rental car and tickets to the Queensland Gardening Expo (if travelling in July) and a three day pass to Gold Coast theme parks - Warner Bros. Movie World, Sea World and Wet ‘n’ Wild.

The competition is open to all keen gardeners aged 5-15 years. Entries close 17th September - so enter your Budding Young Gardener now!
Enter now

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2239 days ago

Here's why gardeners need a free Get Growing subscription!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

In this week's issue of Get Growing we have top tips on bridging the hungry gap, repotting and feeding hippeastrums, sprouting begonias, getting your spuds in for Christmas and what you can plant outdoors now.

Our crop of the week is rhubarb (check out our fabulous rhubarb recipes), plus … View more
In this week's issue of Get Growing we have top tips on bridging the hungry gap, repotting and feeding hippeastrums, sprouting begonias, getting your spuds in for Christmas and what you can plant outdoors now.

Our crop of the week is rhubarb (check out our fabulous rhubarb recipes), plus make a riddle and seed tray and be in to win copies of the latest issue of NZ Gardener and prize packs from Grosafe and Burnet's. Also, don't forget to sign up to Plan Bee and get yourself some bee-friendly herb seed.

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.

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2239 days ago

Daffodil Day Raffle Winners

Natasha Judd from Cancer Society Northland

Daffodil Day Raffle 2018 - The lucky winners drawn this morning by Denise Lemmen of the ANZ Whangarei.

First Prize Winner - Kath Johnston ticket no. 1512
18ct Yellow & White Gold Diamond and Pink Tourmaine pendant from Fishers on Cameron valued at $2,370

Second Prize Winner - Shelley Treweek… View more
Daffodil Day Raffle 2018 - The lucky winners drawn this morning by Denise Lemmen of the ANZ Whangarei.

First Prize Winner - Kath Johnston ticket no. 1512
18ct Yellow & White Gold Diamond and Pink Tourmaine pendant from Fishers on Cameron valued at $2,370

Second Prize Winner - Shelley Treweek ticket no. 2307
$100 gift voucher from Mcleods Pizza Barn in Waipu

Third Prize Winner - Adrienne Battersby ticket no. 426
Grocery Hamper and ANZ Gift package

CONGRATULATIONS to the WINNERS and thank you to everyone else that showed their support.

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2239 days ago

Indian Drummers and Great Food @ 6.30pm Saturday in Kamo - FREE ENTRY

Anthony from Kensington

Namaskaram

Kerala Beats, a traditional drum group, will be performing at the
Kamo War Memorial Hall on Saturday.

Entry to the event is free, but tasty Indian dishes will be on sale, with all money going to the flood relief efforts in the Indian state of Kerala, South India.

The … View more
Namaskaram

Kerala Beats, a traditional drum group, will be performing at the
Kamo War Memorial Hall on Saturday.

Entry to the event is free, but tasty Indian dishes will be on sale, with all money going to the flood relief efforts in the Indian state of Kerala, South India.

The Northland families from the state have been directly affected by the floods and land slips that have killed hundreds and left thousands more homeless after the worst monsoon season in more than a century. I know, I was there. So please come and listen and taste

Donations can also be deposited into the ANZ bank account 060493052318300.
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What did the one naked chilli say to the other naked chilli
"you look hot"

A medical nurse in our hospital and our aged care facilities is commonly a Malayalee from the Kerala State.

2241 days ago

Velvet Blanket King Size

Maxine from Rural West Whangarei

Two blankets sewn together by manufacturer, same pattern both sides. Clean washed very good condition. Perfect for the kids to snuggle up under in front of the TV.
Down sizing and shedding.
021-725-654

Price: $20

2241 days ago

Rate your doctor and win $3,000!

Whitecoat

Have you received some great service from your local GP? What about a dentist or optometrist? Leave a review for them on the Whitecoat website and be in to win $3,000.

Whitecoat is all about helping Kiwis make more informed decisions about their healthcare providers.
Find out more

2241 days ago

Poll: Is it okay for neighbours to use your rubbish bin?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

There has been a lot of discussions lately about the neighbourly etiquette when it comes to rubbish bins. We're sure everyone has had a moment when their bin is full on collection day and the question arises around what to do with the rest of the rubbish. We're keen to hear what you … View moreThere has been a lot of discussions lately about the neighbourly etiquette when it comes to rubbish bins. We're sure everyone has had a moment when their bin is full on collection day and the question arises around what to do with the rest of the rubbish. We're keen to hear what you think - is it okay to put rubbish in a neighbour's bin?

Is it fair game to use a neighbour's bin if it's out on the street? Vote in the poll below!

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Is it okay for neighbours to use your rubbish bin?
  • 15.8% No it's not okay!
    15.8% Complete
  • 52.8% It's okay if they ask first
    52.8% Complete
  • 30.7% Doesn't bother me
    30.7% Complete
  • 0.6% I have no opinion
    0.6% Complete
5566 votes
2241 days ago

Have your say on Trade for All

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade

We want to help all New Zealanders benefit from trade wherever they are. That’s why the Government is consulting New Zealanders to develop a Trade for All policy. We want to hear your views on trade policy and what matters most to you. Take our short poll, share your comments or make a submission… View moreWe want to help all New Zealanders benefit from trade wherever they are. That’s why the Government is consulting New Zealanders to develop a Trade for All policy. We want to hear your views on trade policy and what matters most to you. Take our short poll, share your comments or make a submission here.

- How can trade support sustainable economic development that takes into account the impact on our environment?
- How can trade benefit our regions and support women, Maori and small and medium enterprises to succeed globally?

Come to a public meeting or hui. You can find the details and register here.
Find more information about Trade for All and our current trade policy at www.haveyoursay.mfat.govt.nz

Have your say on Trade for All. Submissions close on 14 October 2018.
Have your say

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2243 days ago

Student taken to hospital in serious condition after Whangārei school fall

The Team Reporter from Whangārei Leader

A male student has been taken to hospital in a serious condition after falling at a school in Whangārei.

Emergency services were called to Excellere College in Kamo, at around 11.30am on Monday. Principal Graeme Whitehead said the student was in the sickbay after physical education class when … View more
A male student has been taken to hospital in a serious condition after falling at a school in Whangārei.

Emergency services were called to Excellere College in Kamo, at around 11.30am on Monday. Principal Graeme Whitehead said the student was in the sickbay after physical education class when he fell.
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