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351 days ago

Whangarei Film Society - Screenings for Thursday November 9th

Geoff from Central Whangarei

Good People

For Thursday, the 9th November at 6pm, we have the fascinating doco on the Second World War Artist, Eric Ravilious - Drawn To War.

Please note: This film is being shown once only. Don't miss it.

Our 8pm screening is the uplifting French film, On the Wandering Paths.

Thursday November 9th at 6pm
Eric Ravilious: Drawn To War - ONE NIGHT ONLY
(2023, Doco, UK, 88 mins)
Cast: Alan Bennett, Robert Macfarlane and Tamsin Greig.

Eric Ravilious was killed whilst working as Official War Artist in a plane crash in 1942. His life was as enigmatic as his artworks. This documentary brings to life the work of a unique and amazing talent and is told in Ravilious’ own words through previously unseen private correspondence.

"Exhilarating, enthralling and outstandingly beautiful. A revelation.”
- The Observer

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 the rest of our films and screening dates for 2023.

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4 days ago

Poll: Does grocery bagging affect where you shop?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

There's only a few differences between our larger chain supermarkets here in New Zealand. Having someone bag your groceries is one of them.

Does having your groceries packed for you at the checkout influence where you do your grocery shop? If so, tell us why.

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Does grocery bagging affect where you shop?
  • 24.1% Yes
    24.1% Complete
  • 75.1% No
    75.1% Complete
  • 0.8% Other - I'll share below
    0.8% Complete
2020 votes
21 hours ago

Poll: Would you commute by public transport if it was free?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

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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Would you commute by public transport if it was free?
  • 68.7% Yes
    68.7% Complete
  • 28% No
    28% Complete
  • 3.4% Other - I'll share below
    3.4% Complete
1187 votes
9 days ago

Six tips for improving security around your home

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

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 they’ll 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.

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