Our services at Alert Level 3
Northland region moves to Alert Level 3 at 11:59pm Thursday 2 September 2021. At Alert Level 3 we provide the following services:
๐ข Rubbish and recycling collection
๐ข Drinking water
๐ข Wastewater
๐ข Roads
๐ข Parks and reserves and walking trails (please keep physical distance from people outside your "bubble")
๐ข Public toilets (to a reduced level)
๐ข Cemeteries
๐ข Animal control for dangerous dogs and wandering stock
๐ข Noise control - with limitations
๐ข Te Matau a Pohe Bridge lifting
Our call centre will still be open 24-hours, every day:
โ 09 430 4200 or 0800 932 463.
The following services will be provided to a limited degree, subject to safety measures, masks and physical distancing:
๐ Transfer stations (winter hours schedule)
๐ Building inspections
๐ Resource consent inspections
๐ Some roadworks
๐ Some regulatory inspections
๐ Jetties open
๐ Free parking
๐ Library book loans extended until libraries open again
๐ Public facilities closed
The following public facilities are closed:
โ Playgrounds
โ Forum North and Ruakaka Customer Service Centre
โ Libraries
โ i-Sites and the Hub
โ Water Laboratory (public access)
โ Claphamโs Clocks
โ Botanica
โ Dog Parks
โ Aquatic Centre
โ Art Museum
โ Kiwi North
โ Quarry Gardens
โ Skateparks
โ Bike park
โ Boat ramps
โ Semenoff Stadium
Aged Advisor People's Choice Award Winners - for the fifth time!
We're proud to be named Best Provider Nationwide - for the fifth time - at the 2024 Aged Advisor Peopleโs Choice Awards for Best Retirement Village and Aged Care Facilities.
The high ratings and reviews we receive from our residents and their families reflects the effort our team puts into providing the best possible experience for our residents.
Our passion is creating communities where our residents can thrive. Receiving this award for the fifth time tells us that weโre on the right track.
Poll: Would you commute by public transport if it was free?
Using your car is convenient, except for finding parking.
Cycling lets you leave anytime, but you might arrive soaked.
So, neighbours, if public transport had the perk of being free, would it be your main way to commute?
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67.7% Yes
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28.9% No
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3.4% Other - I'll share below
Six tips for improving security around your home
1) Improve outdoor lighting
Ensure that streets, driveways, and front yards are well-lit. Motion-sensor lights around homes deter trespassers by reducing hiding spots and illuminating their movements.
2) Trim your trees
Overgrown shrubs and trees provide cover for intruders. Keeping them well-trimmed around windows and doors improves visibility and reduces potential hiding spots.
3) Secure Entry Points
Ensure doors, windows, and gates are always closed when you are away from the house. Upgrade to more secure locks, deadbolts, or even smart locks for added protection.
4) Add a security camera
Place security cameras in the main entry points to your home. Doorbell cameras are also relatively cheap and a great way to keep track of who is visiting your home when you aren't there.
5) Start a Neighborhood Watch Program
You could reach out to members on Neighbourly to form a group of neighbors who can regularly keep an eye out for suspicious activity and report it. You could also check with Neighbourhood Support to see what is existing in your area.
6) Introduce yourself to your neighbours
The closer you are to your neighbors, the more likely theyโll notice when something unusual or suspicious is happening around your property
Feel free to share anything that you do around your area to deter crime.