West Coast Northland, Kaikohe

Introduce yourself, neighbour!

Introduce yourself, neighbour!

Head to our Know Thy Neighbour page.

1237 days ago

Treat yourself or a father figure this Fathers Day.

Mags4Gifts

Purchase a local newspaper subscription in time for Fathers Day and receive a Lone Star rib pack valued at $59.

Hurry offer is for a limited time only. Terms and Conditions apply.
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1240 days ago

Superhome owners opening their homes to the public this weekend

Colleen Hawkes Reporter from Homed

Healthy, warm, dry and cheap to run. Owners of Superhome houses in Auckland, Christchurch, Nelson and Otago are hosting open homes from August 14-15 so you can see just how warm and cosy a home can be with the right design approach.

1240 days ago

Red Cross Dargaville

The Team from Red Cross Shop Dargaville

Come and see us at the Red Cross shop in Dargaville. We are open 9am until 3.30pm Monday to Friday and Saturday’s 9am until 1pm. We have plenty of baby clothes and under 5 years old clothes at the moment.

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1240 days ago

Building a legacy that inspires

Our passions and achievements play a large part in the legacy we leave behind. When we channel those achievements into championing causes and giving back, that legacy is carried as inspiration for generations to come.

This is an opportunity to recognise those Senior New Zealanders who go beyond … View more
Our passions and achievements play a large part in the legacy we leave behind. When we channel those achievements into championing causes and giving back, that legacy is carried as inspiration for generations to come.

This is an opportunity to recognise those Senior New Zealanders who go beyond the ordinary when it comes to paying it forward and making a difference. Let’s celebrate the good and help their legacy shine bright. Because these kiwis demonstrate the true meaning of an inspiring legacy. Who will join them?

Nominations close 31 August.

#NZOTY #NZerOfTheYear
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1240 days ago

Strengthening digital skills for industry

Competenz

Low levels of digital literacy among staff is a challenge facing many manufacturing businesses, and strengthening those skills is not only essential to meet rapid technological changes in the workplace, it’s vital to increasing productivity.

Competenz has recently launched a new … View more
Low levels of digital literacy among staff is a challenge facing many manufacturing businesses, and strengthening those skills is not only essential to meet rapid technological changes in the workplace, it’s vital to increasing productivity.

Competenz has recently launched a new micro-credential to improve the level of digital literacy in the manufacturing sector.

"With an aging workforce it’s imperative we enable companies to keep their tradesmen and craftsmen,” says Jahn Vannisselroy, Competenz Sector Manager. “This micro-credential, which we can tailor to a specific company, is giving people the confidence to meet technology head-on.”

The qualification is fully funded under the government’s Targeted Training and Apprenticeship Fund (TTAF) for employers who enrol their staff before 31 December 2022.

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1243 days ago

COVID-19

The Team from Graeme Dingle Foundation Far North

Earlier this year, young people were asked to share their experience of COVID-19. The Graeme Dingle Foundation wanted to give them an opportunity to share their story and show the ways in which they had faced the challenges of COVID-19 and the restrictions on their lives.

In today's post, we … View more
Earlier this year, young people were asked to share their experience of COVID-19. The Graeme Dingle Foundation wanted to give them an opportunity to share their story and show the ways in which they had faced the challenges of COVID-19 and the restrictions on their lives.

In today's post, we look at how online learning played in our young people's lives. Keep an eye out as we post some key takeaways from our findings or head to our website and read the full write up today.

Source - Julie Moore, Research & Evaluation Graeme Dingle Foundation

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1241 days ago

Love your colour with Resene this August!

Resene ColorShop

Is your home starting to look a little dreary and in need of a fresh coat of paint or a pick me up with colour?

Come in and visit your local Resene ColorShop between 5-31 August 2021, buy 1 testpot 60-80ml and get 1 FREE! Plus get 25% off Resene premium paint, primers, sealers and stains 10L. … View more
Is your home starting to look a little dreary and in need of a fresh coat of paint or a pick me up with colour?

Come in and visit your local Resene ColorShop between 5-31 August 2021, buy 1 testpot 60-80ml and get 1 FREE! Plus get 25% off Resene premium paint, primers, sealers and stains 10L.

Offers available with your Resene DIY Card. If you don’t have a card you can sign up free in store or online
See more details online

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1242 days ago

Pursue higher education with a Masters Degree

Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi

Masters Study

Meet Hinerangi Busby who shares her journey with Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi.

I am a graduate of the marae-centred programme, Te Pouhono, transforming Māori communities, promoting mātauranga-a-hapū, a-iwi. My participation took me to the Bachelor of Mātauranga Māori,… View more
Masters Study

Meet Hinerangi Busby who shares her journey with Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi.

I am a graduate of the marae-centred programme, Te Pouhono, transforming Māori communities, promoting mātauranga-a-hapū, a-iwi. My participation took me to the Bachelor of Mātauranga Māori, and then postgraduate study.

Awanuiārangi centres you. This is the nurturing space of Māori researchers, with the support of academic and professional staff; this all transpires from an authentic indigenous and traditional Māori environment.

My studies have empowered me to play a more pro-active role in whānau and hapū affairs. Instead of being angry at a past that we cannot change, let’s become part of the solution for positive change.
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1243 days ago

Foldable climbing frame

The Team from Resene ColorShop Kerikeri

Construct a climbing frame for upwardly mobile crops and add the colour with Resene paint.

Find out how to create your own.

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1243 days ago

Nominate your Nice Neighbour and win!

Neighbourly.co.nz

We've had hundreds of community hero shout outs on our Nice Neighbour page, with some even featuring in Stuff's local community papers. It's easy for you to chime in to those raving reviews, all you've got to do is nominate your community champion and be in with a chance to win … View moreWe've had hundreds of community hero shout outs on our Nice Neighbour page, with some even featuring in Stuff's local community papers. It's easy for you to chime in to those raving reviews, all you've got to do is nominate your community champion and be in with a chance to win a Prezzy® Card. Have a think and get nominating now! Nominate now!

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1244 days ago

Sign up for Walking Stars Auckland | 13 November 2021

The Team from Cancer Society Auckland

Join Walking Stars and be part of Auckland’s brightest night walk!
Walking Stars is a night-time half marathon and 12km walk through the streets of central Auckland. This is a fun, vibrant event that raises vital funds to support local people living with cancer.
Sign up now to experience … View more
Join Walking Stars and be part of Auckland’s brightest night walk!
Walking Stars is a night-time half marathon and 12km walk through the streets of central Auckland. This is a fun, vibrant event that raises vital funds to support local people living with cancer.
Sign up now to experience this one-of-a-kind event.
Sign up now

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1245 days ago

We Say/You Say: The Great Outdoors

Reporter Northern News

Hi neighbours,

What's the best walk or hike where you live?

Stuff Travel has released its top five hikes in the Northland region out of more than 100 to choose from.

The array of walks, which vary in length and terrain difficulty, take you through unspoiled beaches, and rich native … View more
Hi neighbours,

What's the best walk or hike where you live?

Stuff Travel has released its top five hikes in the Northland region out of more than 100 to choose from.

The array of walks, which vary in length and terrain difficulty, take you through unspoiled beaches, and rich native forests.

In the article linked below, Lorna Thornber names Te Paki Coastal Trail, Mt Manaia Track, Cape Brett Track, and Te Whara Track as the places to visit.

What are your top walks and hikes? Let us know below and don't forget to type NFP if you don't want your comment featured in the Northern News.

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1245 days ago

Keep safe when digging around electricity!

Northpower

First thing you should do before digging is find out where Northpower’s electricity and communications cables are.

Be sure to visit www.beforeudig.co.nz to request plans at least two working days before you begin work. They will then email you the free reference maps that indicate the … View more
First thing you should do before digging is find out where Northpower’s electricity and communications cables are.

Be sure to visit www.beforeudig.co.nz to request plans at least two working days before you begin work. They will then email you the free reference maps that indicate the approximate location of underground cables.

You can then use the beforeUdig sequence number provided to order a free cable locate service from Northpower.
Learn more

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1247 days ago

Recycle, Reuse and Re-love at the Red Cross shop in Dargaville

The Team from Red Cross Shop Dargaville

Come in and see all our wonderful recycled, reused and re-loved items at the Red Cross shop in Dargaville. We are at 48 Victoria Street open 9.30am to 3.30pm week days and 10am to 1pm on Saturday’s.

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1247 days ago

Meet our Houseplant Hero 2021!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours,

Please meet Alyce Read of Nelson, who uses her houseplant collection to connect with others and help them overcome mental health challenges. "You wouldn’t take a plant and put it in a dark corner and fail to water it and expect it to thrive. So we should look at ourselves … View more
Dear neighbours,

Please meet Alyce Read of Nelson, who uses her houseplant collection to connect with others and help them overcome mental health challenges. "You wouldn’t take a plant and put it in a dark corner and fail to water it and expect it to thrive. So we should look at ourselves that way," she says. "If we are not thriving in the way that we would wish, it might not be any fault of ours, it might be the conditions that we are under."

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