Hikurangi Coastal, Hikurangi

2745 days ago

Have your power prices gone up?

Electric Kiwi

Households are being told to shop around for better power deals as some power companies lifted their prices in April. On the flip side, smaller companies like Electric Kiwi won't be raising power prices this year and are challenging the big power companies to do the same.

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Households are being told to shop around for better power deals as some power companies lifted their prices in April. On the flip side, smaller companies like Electric Kiwi won't be raising power prices this year and are challenging the big power companies to do the same.

Find out if you could be saving money now.
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2745 days ago

Marmite and Vegemite Battle it Out

FreshChoice New Zealand

Take part in our poll to place your vote and settle this age old banter between Marmite and Vegemite - which is New Zealand's favourite?
Also, if you're travelling this weekend, pop into one of our stores to see us, and don't forget, we'll be open on ANZAC Day from 1pm onwards.… View more
Take part in our poll to place your vote and settle this age old banter between Marmite and Vegemite - which is New Zealand's favourite?
Also, if you're travelling this weekend, pop into one of our stores to see us, and don't forget, we'll be open on ANZAC Day from 1pm onwards. See you then!
Vote for your favourite!

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2745 days ago

Poll: Marmite and Vegemite Battle it Out

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Let's settle this once and for all. SPREAD the word that we are making a TOAST to settle this dispute. Which iconic spread is the true kiwi favourite? Place your vote below!

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Marmite and Vegemite Battle it Out
  • 46.8% Vegemite all the way
    46.8% Complete
  • 53.2% Marmite for life
    53.2% Complete
8230 votes
2745 days ago

Road closures in CBD - 22 April

Whangarei District Council

Parts of Cameron Street and James Street will be closed between 7am and 2pm this Saturday 22 April 2017, due to the Rev Up Whangarei event, organised by Whangarei Rod and Custom Club.

Emergency services may use the closed road, and residents may use the closed road by arrangement with the … View more
Parts of Cameron Street and James Street will be closed between 7am and 2pm this Saturday 22 April 2017, due to the Rev Up Whangarei event, organised by Whangarei Rod and Custom Club.

Emergency services may use the closed road, and residents may use the closed road by arrangement with the organiser – Whangarei Rod and Custom Club, phone 021 0242 7353.


Bring your family to the CBD this Saturday for this fun event (you may like to use the bus or park and walk).

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2749 days ago

REV UP WHANGAREI CAR SHOW THIS SATURDAY 22nd from 9 am

Darelle from Glenbervie

FREE EVENT in the cameron st mall
raising funds for the rescue helicopter.
live band
prize for the best dressed lady in rock n roll or retro
peoples choice car award and shop window
have a selfie with NZME and a car and be in to win a travel voucher

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2746 days ago

These Anzac cookies are perfect with a hot cuppa!

FreshChoice New Zealand

These Anzac cookies are so easy to make and go perfectly with a good hot cup of tea or coffee! Give this recipe a go! It'll only take you 15 minutes to bake in the over and one batch makes 20 cookies! Pop them in a basket and share them with your neighbours in celebration of Anzac day next … View moreThese Anzac cookies are so easy to make and go perfectly with a good hot cup of tea or coffee! Give this recipe a go! It'll only take you 15 minutes to bake in the over and one batch makes 20 cookies! Pop them in a basket and share them with your neighbours in celebration of Anzac day next week! Try the recipe!

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2747 days ago

Native Plant Medicines

Michelle from Rural West Whangarei

Thursday 20th April 2017 from 3-6 pm, 950 Pipiwai road (old pioneer memorial church building), Ruatangata, Kamo .
Drop in Healing Clinic using Native Plant Medicines, Miri, Karakia and other traditional methods used by maori for healing those with health concerns. Haere mai, come and meet … View more
Thursday 20th April 2017 from 3-6 pm, 950 Pipiwai road (old pioneer memorial church building), Ruatangata, Kamo .
Drop in Healing Clinic using Native Plant Medicines, Miri, Karakia and other traditional methods used by maori for healing those with health concerns. Haere mai, come and meet Michelle, HineAhua Tokootokoo and discover new ways of returning to wellness.
All welcome.
Consultation is free, koha for plant remedies and services.
Questions, 021 731 831

2747 days ago

School holiday programme @ the Library

Whangarei District Council

Barking Mad Fun School Holiday Programme
Walk on the wild side during the school holidays and celebrate animals of all kinds – even the mythical ones.
There will be some special guest stars from our community as well as games and crafts.

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2747 days ago

Nominate your Neighbourhood Champion

The Team from Neighbours Aotearoa

Do you have a neighbour who is just awesome, is the glue of your community, or makes a significant difference in the lives of you, your family and your neighbours. Nominate them for the neighbourhood champion and they get the chance of winning this framed photo from internationally renowned … View moreDo you have a neighbour who is just awesome, is the glue of your community, or makes a significant difference in the lives of you, your family and your neighbours. Nominate them for the neighbourhood champion and they get the chance of winning this framed photo from internationally renowned photographer Doug Pearson.

Email your nomination to kiaora@neighboursday.org.nz

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2752 days ago

Old Lab Dog with Red studded collar

Diane from Tutukaka Coast

Driving to work this evening 1040 from Tutukaka I almost ran over a Black Lab Dog (Across from the Marae just before entering Tikipunga). Anyone missing a old dog which was happy to climb into my car with a young kid approx 16 yrs old whom claimed it was his. (Don't know what I was thinking). … View moreDriving to work this evening 1040 from Tutukaka I almost ran over a Black Lab Dog (Across from the Marae just before entering Tikipunga). Anyone missing a old dog which was happy to climb into my car with a young kid approx 16 yrs old whom claimed it was his. (Don't know what I was thinking). Dropped both dog and male kid off at Mobile Petrol Station (Plaza) where I knew/hoped there would be CCTV.  Didn't feel right when I left.
Diane

2752 days ago

Northland state highways update

Annette Lambly-Robinson Reporter from Whangārei Leader

Roads are open but please drive safely
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The NZ Transport Agency says State Highway 10 at Kaeo is now open after it was closed due to flooding earlier in the day.

One lane is now open through the Mangamuka Gorge State Highway 1 south of Kaitaia.

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