Rural West Whangarei, Maungakaramea

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1234 days ago

Did you see the cupola being added to Whangārei's Hundertwasser building?

Denise Piper Reporter from Whangārei Leader

More than 1000 people watched as the cupola, covered in $50,000 worth of gold leaf, was lifted onto the Hundertwasser Art Centre and Wairau Māori Art Gallery on Friday morning. The onion-shaped lookout - commonly used as an architectural feature on palaces and cathedrals - is the last major … View moreMore than 1000 people watched as the cupola, covered in $50,000 worth of gold leaf, was lifted onto the Hundertwasser Art Centre and Wairau Māori Art Gallery on Friday morning. The onion-shaped lookout - commonly used as an architectural feature on palaces and cathedrals - is the last major exterior piece to go on the $33m building, which is set to open in December. Did you see the cupola being added on Friday? What do you think of the feature?

1228 days ago

Winter Efficiency Tip #3: Cold Wash Clothes

Northpower

Unless you have especially dirty clothes, use the cold wash cycle for the laundry. A hot water wash can use 10 times more electricity than a cold wash.
According to the EECA, four loads of laundry washed in a cold cycle a week will save you about $60-$80 a year.

Be sure to check out our other … View more
Unless you have especially dirty clothes, use the cold wash cycle for the laundry. A hot water wash can use 10 times more electricity than a cold wash.
According to the EECA, four loads of laundry washed in a cold cycle a week will save you about $60-$80 a year.

Be sure to check out our other efficiency tips
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1232 days ago

Massive villa relocation "absolute madness"

Colleen Hawkes Reporter from Homed

What a pleasure to meet Hayley Parsons of Clarks Beach, Auckland. She and husband Chris relocated this huge three-storey villa from Palmerston North to Auckland, and project managed the rebuild of Huntly House from London. Wonderful house, wonderful history.

1229 days ago

Sustainable & Affordable means everything to us

The Warehouse

If seeing is believing, then we’d love to invite you to see how our sustainability journey is going at The Warehouse.
 
Look in our stores or online and you’ll see more than 7,000 sustainable products that are better for the planet and your budget.

Look for the Better Cotton Initiative … View more
If seeing is believing, then we’d love to invite you to see how our sustainability journey is going at The Warehouse.
 
Look in our stores or online and you’ll see more than 7,000 sustainable products that are better for the planet and your budget.

Look for the Better Cotton Initiative (BCI) branding when you’re
browsing the racks, and you’ll see we’re proud to invest in making cotton production more sustainable.

Look for the FSC label on wood and paper products we stock, and you’ll see we’re dedicated to protecting our forests.

Sustainable & Affordable. It means more choice.
Find out more

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1230 days ago

Matariki

The Team from Graeme Dingle Foundation Far North

Ngā mihi o te tau hou Māori e hoa mā! Happy Māori New Year!

We want tamariki and rangatahi across Aotearoa to shine as bright as Matariki does and we'll keep working hard to empower them to be the best versions of themselves.

Kanapa mai rangatahi mā - ngā rangatira mo … View more
Ngā mihi o te tau hou Māori e hoa mā! Happy Māori New Year!

We want tamariki and rangatahi across Aotearoa to shine as bright as Matariki does and we'll keep working hard to empower them to be the best versions of themselves.

Kanapa mai rangatahi mā - ngā rangatira mo āpōpō!

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1231 days ago

Inclusive Communities – July 1st to 31st 🥰

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

This month we’re celebrating the diverse array of people who call New Zealand home. Regardless of our different faiths, abilities, cultures, ages, orientations and genders - we want to make sure that our communities are safe and welcoming for all.

There are many ways to take part! From hosting a… View more
This month we’re celebrating the diverse array of people who call New Zealand home. Regardless of our different faiths, abilities, cultures, ages, orientations and genders - we want to make sure that our communities are safe and welcoming for all.

There are many ways to take part! From hosting a multicultural potluck or film screening to providing prevention information / resources in other languages, there are thousands of ways big and small to make our households, neighbourhoods, schools and businesses even more inclusive. It could even be as simple as learning from a neighbour how to say ‘hello’ in their first language or ensuring local footpaths are clear and accessible.

Want to share your thoughts? Let us know how you’re creating inclusive communities this month by tagging us in your social media posts or emailing us your photos, videos, or experiences to:

info@neighbourhoodsupport.co.nz

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1232 days ago

Pies sold in wrong packaging leads to allergen scare

Neighbourly.co.nz

A recall has been issued for Pavillion brand Beef and Gravy Pies due to the presence of an undeclared allergen.

The recall comes after a packaging blunder led to Beef and Cheese Pies being contained in Beef and Gravy Pies wrapping.

Here's what you need to know:
- Consumers with a milk … View more
A recall has been issued for Pavillion brand Beef and Gravy Pies due to the presence of an undeclared allergen.

The recall comes after a packaging blunder led to Beef and Cheese Pies being contained in Beef and Gravy Pies wrapping.

Here's what you need to know:
- Consumers with a milk allergy or intolerance should not consume this product.
- Products affected include those with a best before date marking of August 16 2022.
- The pie's batch marking is 16022 for outer packaging and 16023 for individual pies.
- The product was sold in supermarkets throughout New Zealand.

Individuals with a milk allergy should return the product to their retailer and email sales@pavillionfoods.co.nz or call 021 365 006 for a full refund. Any other concerns can be directed to Gluten Free Holdings Ltd on 021 365 006.

For more information, please visit the New Zealand Food Safety website.

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1239 days ago

Seriously? Panic buying toilet paper again?

Peter from Kamo

I opened stuff tonight and what did I see? A picture of shelves devoid of toilet paper in Wellington, that shoud've been there.
Folks, Covid is a respiratory disease in the first place - it's not Cholera!
You do not get the dire rear from Covid.
Reminds me of this joke I read a year … View more
I opened stuff tonight and what did I see? A picture of shelves devoid of toilet paper in Wellington, that shoud've been there.
Folks, Covid is a respiratory disease in the first place - it's not Cholera!
You do not get the dire rear from Covid.
Reminds me of this joke I read a year ago: " It's the year 2039, and John gets to open the last pack of toilet paper that his mother bought in 2020". I actually observed a woman coming out of Countdown with 3-4 18packs of toilet paper last year and her little 4-5 year old asking her why she bought all that stuff. Mom was not amused! LoL.

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1238 days ago

Abandoned car

Lynne from Kauri

Nine months ago a guy crashed his car through our fence and on to our property. He has made several unfulfilled promises to remove it, but has not. Unsure of our rights can anyone help?

1234 days ago

Winter clothing at the Red Cross shop in Dargaville

The Team from Red Cross Shop Dargaville

The days are getting cold. Why not support the Red Cross and get your winter clothing from us. We have a good range of men’s and women’s clothing at low prices. We are at 48 Victoria Street Dargaville.

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1235 days ago

Looking for an apprentice?

Competenz

Advertise your entry-level and apprentice roles with Competenz through our free online job board, we have pre-qualified and motivated jobseekers ready to match with your organisation.

Find your next apprentice with Competenz!

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1236 days ago

Avocado ground pickers

Breen from Rural West Whangarei

Hi neighbours,
We have a team of experienced avocado pickers ready to go for the season. Both hydralada + operator and also ground pickers.
Message me for more information

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1236 days ago

Wrap your home in nature

Resene ColorShop

Nature is far too beautiful to be kept outside. Create a haven in your home with the Resene Willow Wallpaper Collection. With designs to help you relax, recuperate and revive, this collection will help make your house a home.

View the full Resene Wallpaper Collection at your local Resene … View more
Nature is far too beautiful to be kept outside. Create a haven in your home with the Resene Willow Wallpaper Collection. With designs to help you relax, recuperate and revive, this collection will help make your house a home.

View the full Resene Wallpaper Collection at your local Resene ColorShop or get a taste of the latest releases online
Find out more

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1239 days ago

Cat a whisker from death after head got stuck in tin can

Melanie Earley Reporter from Whangārei Leader

Kia ora neighbours, a Northland cat whose head became stuck in a tin can while scrounging for scraps had to be rescued by police.

The cat was only minutes away from death when sergeant Paul Nicholas discovered the animal on Charles St in Kamo.

“While it looked quite comical, I realised it was … View more
Kia ora neighbours, a Northland cat whose head became stuck in a tin can while scrounging for scraps had to be rescued by police.

The cat was only minutes away from death when sergeant Paul Nicholas discovered the animal on Charles St in Kamo.

“While it looked quite comical, I realised it was fairly serious,” Nicholas said.

Read the full story by clicking the link below.

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1237 days ago

Volunteer Week

The Team from Graeme Dingle Foundation Far North

To end our celebration of volunteer week, we thought we'd share a few ways you can volunteer for the Graeme Dingle Foundation. Every bit of support helps make a difference in a young person's life 💚
Click on the link below to find out more.

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