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School holidays start on Friday and there have already been sightings of cars with boats and surfboards flooding into Northland. What is the traffic like where you are? What do you think about holidaymakers coming north?
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It's that time again! Daylight saving is this weekend. So don't forget - clocks spring forward one hour this Sunday morning. #theregoesthesleepin
The Northland Regional Council is having to bring forward its free bus trips in celebration of World Carfree Day because Northland's buses don't run on Sunday. Do you think they should? Please take part in this poll and leave comments below (put NFP if your comments are not for … View moreThe Northland Regional Council is having to bring forward its free bus trips in celebration of World Carfree Day because Northland's buses don't run on Sunday. Do you think they should? Please take part in this poll and leave comments below (put NFP if your comments are not for publication).
NZ House & Garden House Tours are coming to the Bay of Islands!
Step inside the pages of one of New Zealand’s favourite magazines for a day of indulgence visiting exquisite homes and gardens, all in support of Breast Cancer Foundation NZ. For the last eleven years, the magazine has … View moreNZ House & Garden House Tours are coming to the Bay of Islands!
Step inside the pages of one of New Zealand’s favourite magazines for a day of indulgence visiting exquisite homes and gardens, all in support of Breast Cancer Foundation NZ. For the last eleven years, the magazine has handpicked five fabulous locations around the country and this time we are delighted to be heading to the Bay of Islands as one of our 5 locations.
Book Friday 14 February 2020 into your calendar and secure your tickets now for an inspiring day out exploring your backyard. Head to our website for more information.
According to the 2018 Census results, Northland has had the biggest percentage of population increase. But Northland Inc disputes the figures, saying there were more people here in 2013. What do you think? Is growth impacting where you live in Northland?
MetService has issued a strong wind watch for Northland.
Valid: 15 hours from 6:00pm Wednesday to 9:00am Thursday.
Forecast: Southwest winds are expected to strengthen this afternoon. From 6pm Wednesday till 9am Thursday, west to southwest winds may approach severe gales in exposed places.
… View moreMetService has issued a strong wind watch for Northland.
Valid: 15 hours from 6:00pm Wednesday to 9:00am Thursday.
Forecast: Southwest winds are expected to strengthen this afternoon. From 6pm Wednesday till 9am Thursday, west to southwest winds may approach severe gales in exposed places.
An update for severe weather will be issued by 10:00am Wednesday 25 Sep 2019.
This is a economical , reliable car
It has a WOF till April 2020
A new battery ( new battery cost $150)
A new used engine gone about 150 km. (The new engine cost $1650 )
A new radiator ( new radiator $500 to $600)
4 x new tyres ( new tyres around $480)
This is a excellent car … View moreThis is a economical , reliable car
It has a WOF till April 2020
A new battery ( new battery cost $150)
A new used engine gone about 150 km. (The new engine cost $1650 )
A new radiator ( new radiator $500 to $600)
4 x new tyres ( new tyres around $480)
This is a excellent car with seats that fold down .
It is great for a family, trady, or traveler .
You can fit a double mattress in the back .
This car needs to sell and will take genuine offers only .
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We're looking for all the kindness heroes in your neighbourhood and we want to hear all about them. Nominate someone today, to be our weekly AMI Kind Neighbour and your special neighbour could feature in the community newspapers around New Zealand as an inspiration to us all. Plus, if your … View moreWe're looking for all the kindness heroes in your neighbourhood and we want to hear all about them. Nominate someone today, to be our weekly AMI Kind Neighbour and your special neighbour could feature in the community newspapers around New Zealand as an inspiration to us all. Plus, if your nomination is chosen and features in the community newspapers then you'll both receive a $50 Prezzy® card from us!
Join us for a day of indulgence by stepping inside the pages of one of New Zealand's favourite magazines.
We've hand picked five fabulous locations to showcase a variety of homes, reflecting local design flare and style. The tours are self-driven, and give attendees the opportunity to … View moreJoin us for a day of indulgence by stepping inside the pages of one of New Zealand's favourite magazines.
We've hand picked five fabulous locations to showcase a variety of homes, reflecting local design flare and style. The tours are self-driven, and give attendees the opportunity to take in the best scenery the region has to offer, try some quirky cafes or eateries along the way, and also visit our Hub; a one stop shop for all your house tour information and where they can meet the editorial team behind their much-loved magazine.
Together let's explore our way to well-being because when it's strong, our whānau, communities and Aotearoa can flourish too.
#NSNZmentalhealth #MHAWNZ
The FNDC does not have such a policy at present. The road widening in Lansing Road Kerikeri has reduced the safety factor for children going to the local primary school. The pavement on the East side had a two metre plus grass berm between the road and the pavement, which has been reduced to … View moreThe FNDC does not have such a policy at present. The road widening in Lansing Road Kerikeri has reduced the safety factor for children going to the local primary school. The pavement on the East side had a two metre plus grass berm between the road and the pavement, which has been reduced to little more than fifty centimetre by a widening to facilitate development on the opposite side of the road.( The original plan showed no berm between the road and the pavement which suddenly changed to the current gap after I started to question why the widening did not take place on the other side of the road). The original berm had a shallow drain but still provided a safety feature for primary school children riding their bikes and scooter to school along the pavement . The pavement was not wide enough to accommodate both walkers and cycles. Frequently one could see children when confronted by walkers wobbling on to the berm. Even when they came off they did not fall into the road. That is no longer possible with the new widening.
On the 15th July the developers started work on the widening. The first that residents knew of the road work. I asked the person in charge what was happening. They told me that they were widening the road on the east side and that the intention was to bring the roadway up to and alongside the existing footpath.. I question why it was not on the other side of the road because what they were doing was reducing the safety feature for primary school children who cycle and ride scooters to and from school. They said they did not know. I then contacted the FNDC to ascertain why they were not doing the work on the development side. On the 16th July I was told it was a roading issue and the Roading section would be in touch. I Had no contact from them despite ringing again on the 17, 18 and 19th . Eventually I received a plan of the widening with no explanation on the 26th July. I replied questioning why the widening was not on the other side of the road . I received no response so I wrote to the Mayor John Carter on the 19th August who responded the same day saying that the Roading would provide me with answers. On the 3rd September I received a telephone call from the Roadins Section which simply told me what the proposal was. I indicated that I knew this and wanted to know why it had not been widened on the other side. Roading representative said this was not the question he had been asked to respond to. I pressed him why it was not on the other side of the road. he first said that the the resulting road and pavement was no worse than others elsewhere. I responded that this represented going to the lowest common denominator. On pressing him further he said that doing the work on the other side would have meant moving the centreline and it would have to be repainted. I responded by saying this suggested the Council thought that the cost of paint was more important than the safety of children. I then asked for him to put his response in writing. I received an email on the 10th September in which I could not open the enclosure. I responded with this fact but have had no further response.
This demonstrates I believe that the FNDC does not have a policy whereby child safety protection is a priority in considering road schemes. Central Government makes child welbeing a priority. So should I believe the District Councils. There is currently an election coming up and candidates should be pressed to make the safety of children a priority especial in considerations of road schemes. They should require that only in exceptional circumstance should existing safety factors be reduced but where ever possible safety factors for pavement users, especial children, should be enhanced.
Hi neighbours, have you been enjoying the Rugby World Cup - or has your Spark Sport stream let you down?
The rest of Rugby World Cup tournament should stream "perfectly", Spark says, after thousands of rugby fans were let down by streaming of the All Blacks' first match.
To … View moreHi neighbours, have you been enjoying the Rugby World Cup - or has your Spark Sport stream let you down?
The rest of Rugby World Cup tournament should stream "perfectly", Spark says, after thousands of rugby fans were let down by streaming of the All Blacks' first match.
To read more, click here.
Young people are leading the charge for this Friday's climate strike.
The idea is for as many people as possible to take the day off work to protest for climate action in solidarity with the school strikers. Are you in support of this?
People either loved them or hated them, and now they're up for sale.
The giant 1990's Big Fresh Supermarket fruits and veges are up on Trade Me, with over 700 people adding them to their watchlist.
Did you enjoy seeing them on your grocery shopping outing?
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