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I am 79 years old age and have been farming for 50 of them, during which I have learnt many things and skills.
I have also spent many years serving our voluntary communities and sports clubs.
During this time I have just got on being a good citizen abiding by the laws of the country. But I am … View moreI am 79 years old age and have been farming for 50 of them, during which I have learnt many things and skills.
I have also spent many years serving our voluntary communities and sports clubs.
During this time I have just got on being a good citizen abiding by the laws of the country. But I am getting very frustrated with those members of our country who think they know better than me and many others on how to do our jobs.
These are those who have no hesitation in contact organisations and departments when they think one of our animals has been neglected or not treated to their interpretation of the correct way. or when we light a legally permitted fire, they contact the Fire Department and report it as out of control, this involves the Fire service turning out to check it out.
They hide behind anonymity of the Privacy Act, as the various agency concern. cannot inform of who lodged they complaint.
I have been advising those agency that when they attend a complaint that they should advise the complainant that if it turns out that there is no danger to life or property or malicious, they will be charged for the expenses incurred.
I have had two experience's in the last six weeks where the SPCA and the Fire Service have turned up at our property and in both cases these were triggered by uninformed person's.
In the latest incident involved the local brigade arriving at our property - at 10-20 pm at night, with lights flashing on a private road, when they knew I had a permit.
I was appointed a Rural Fire officer for the Whangarei District Council in the 1980's and attended three fire fighting courses then, so do know what I am doing.
I wonder if the person who contacted the Fire Service last Wednesday Night will have the guts to reply if they read this.
In future, to all you SELF called DO GOODERS, MYOBB'S
Friday's tsunami warning after an earthquake in the Kermadec Islands had everyone heading for higher ground. While everyone in Whangārei seemed to hear the warnings, there were traffic jams at One Tree Point and out of the CBD. Do you think the evacuation process went well? What do you think … View moreFriday's tsunami warning after an earthquake in the Kermadec Islands had everyone heading for higher ground. While everyone in Whangārei seemed to hear the warnings, there were traffic jams at One Tree Point and out of the CBD. Do you think the evacuation process went well? What do you think could be improved?
On the 19th of December 2020 around 1:30pm Rafiki was hit by a slow moving vehicle outside the high voltage surf shop in central Kerikeri. He then bolted towards Bunnings car park where Nathan lost sight of him. A man pointed that Rafiki had run down Fairway Drive towards Golf View Road. There is a… View moreOn the 19th of December 2020 around 1:30pm Rafiki was hit by a slow moving vehicle outside the high voltage surf shop in central Kerikeri. He then bolted towards Bunnings car park where Nathan lost sight of him. A man pointed that Rafiki had run down Fairway Drive towards Golf View Road. There is a huge amount of gum trees where Rafiki may have hidden away. So Nathan has searched many days and nights..walking all the tracks.
Rafiki is dark brown of medium size. He has a white spotted chest and white spotted front paws and a white tip on his tail. He was wearing a blue collar with name tag.
They did put up a $1000 reward in the hopes that if someone had him he would be returned. This has not happened. There was a thought to be a sighting of Rafiki at the Homestead pub car park around a week after he went missing. And also a thought to be on the 11th of Feb at 10pm on Waipapa road.
Nathan lives in Waipapa so Rafiki could be trying to find his way home.
Rafiki is Nathan's Companion dog and he is desperate to get him home. If you have any information AT ALL please email Rachel Lyon at : missingk9response@yahoo.com
Any information would be very much appreciated - Thank you.
Tamariki close to a "lovely boy" who died from meningococcal disease have been unable to get the vaccine because of cost. Takarua Ngakuru, 6, from Northland's Tautoro, died on February 13 from what has now been confirmed as meningococcal disease, although the strain is unknown.… View moreTamariki close to a "lovely boy" who died from meningococcal disease have been unable to get the vaccine because of cost. Takarua Ngakuru, 6, from Northland's Tautoro, died on February 13 from what has now been confirmed as meningococcal disease, although the strain is unknown. But those close to him cannot afford the vaccine - do you think this needs to change?
11.00am - 3.00pm today at William Frazer Memorial Park (opposite Riverside BP or stop by while you walk the loop). Fresh produce, free range eggs, great food and hot coffee from Handsome Frog cafe. All welcome!
Want to attend a Long Term Plan meeting online? We're live-streaming tonight's meeting to Facebook, and it will be available on FB + Youtube afterwards.
Link to join live:
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You can also join in-person at the Cafler Suite at Forum North, at 6:30pm. There will also be… View moreWant to attend a Long Term Plan meeting online? We're live-streaming tonight's meeting to Facebook, and it will be available on FB + Youtube afterwards.
Link to join live:
www.facebook.com...
You can also join in-person at the Cafler Suite at Forum North, at 6:30pm. There will also be live sign-language interpretation available for those who attend in-person.
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NZ's largest fun run goes virtual! Join us for the first-ever Ports of Auckland Round the Backyard - it’s a way for us all to band together while keeping safe in our own backyards.
You can walk, jog or run your own 8.4km course wherever you want - whether it be in your own backyard, … View moreNZ's largest fun run goes virtual! Join us for the first-ever Ports of Auckland Round the Backyard - it’s a way for us all to band together while keeping safe in our own backyards.
You can walk, jog or run your own 8.4km course wherever you want - whether it be in your own backyard, neighbourhood or a nearby park.
There will be live leaderboards, an interactive course map and participant places in real-time, so you can have healthy rivalry between friends – all via a handy app!
Wanna learn more? Head to our website www.roundthebays.co.nz
There are lots of bargains at our Auction! Spa Pool, Table tennis table, bikeslots of furniture, beds, fertiliser and limestone metal. A huge trading table full of little treasures, also a clothing area including bargain shoes and also there is a huge assortment of books!
Applications are closing soon!
Since 1999, the residents and staff at Ryman Healthcare have raised more than $4 million for charities across New Zealand and Australia.
Supporting fellow pioneers isn’t new. It’s in our DNA. Learn more about becoming our charity partner.
We are currently developing our Long Term Plan (LTP) 2021-2031, which outlines our activities and priorities for the next ten years, and how we will pay for them.
We will be seeking your views and feedback on the proposed plan, including:
💬 climate change
💬 rating options
💬 revitalisation … View moreWe are currently developing our Long Term Plan (LTP) 2021-2031, which outlines our activities and priorities for the next ten years, and how we will pay for them.
We will be seeking your views and feedback on the proposed plan, including:
💬 climate change
💬 rating options
💬 revitalisation of our city centre
💬 funding for event facilities
REMAINING DATES AND LOCATIONS
👩👩👧👦 Tuesday, 9 March at 7:00pm - Ruakākā Recreation Centre
👩👩👧👦 Wednesday, 10 March at 6:30pm - Cafler Suite, Forum North*
👩👩👧👦 Thursday, 11 March at 6:30pm - Trinity Church Hall, Tikipunga
👩👩👧👦 Monday, 15 March at 6:30pm - Te Kura o Otangarei
👩👩👧👦 Tuesday, 16 March at 6:30pm - Ruatangata Public Hall
👩👩👧👦 Wednesday, 17 March at 6:30pm - Hikurangi Memorial Hall
👩👩👧👦 Thursday, 18 March at 6:00pm - Mangakahia Sports Complex
👩👩👧👦 Friday, 19 March at 7:00pm - Parua Bay Community Centre Hall
👩👩👧👦 Monday, 22 March at 6:30pm - Pataua Outdoor Education Centre
* The 10 March meeting at Forum North will be publicly live-streamed on Facebook:
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The LTP is Council's key strategic planning document, and these public meetings are an opportunity to hear what's in it and why.
For the full consultation document and its appendixes, or to submit your feedback, visit www.wdc.govt.nz...
"An older lady gets pulled over for speeding"...
Older Woman: Is there a problem, officer?
Officer: Ma'am, you were speeding.
Older Woman: Oh, I see.
Officer: Can I see your license please?
Older Woman: I'd give it to you but I don't have one.
Officer: Don't have one?
… View more"An older lady gets pulled over for speeding"...
Older Woman: Is there a problem, officer?
Officer: Ma'am, you were speeding.
Older Woman: Oh, I see.
Officer: Can I see your license please?
Older Woman: I'd give it to you but I don't have one.
Officer: Don't have one?
Older Woman: Lost it, 4 years ago for drunk driving.
Officer: I see...Can I see your vehicle registration papers please.
Older Woman: I can't do that.
Officer: Why not?
Older Woman: I stole this car.
Officer: Stole it?
Older Woman: Yes, and I killed and hacked up the owner.
Officer: You what?
Older Woman: His body parts are in plastic bags in the trunk if you want to see
The Officer looks at the woman and slowly backs away to his car and calls for back up. Within minutes 5 police cars circle the car. A senior officer slowly approaches the car, clasping his half drawn gun.
Officer 2: Ma'am, could you step out of your vehicle please!
The woman steps out of her vehicle.
Older woman: Is there e a problem sir?
Officer 2: One of my officers told me that you have stolen this car and murdered the owner.
Older Woman: Murdered the owner?
Officer 2: Yes, could you please open the trunk of your car, please.
The woman opens the trunk, revealing nothing but an empty trunk.
Officer 2: Is this your car, ma'am?
Older Woman: Yes, here are the registration papers.
The officer is quite stunned.
Officer 2: One of my officers claims that you do not have a driving license.
The woman digs into her handbag and pulls out a clutch purse and hands it to the officer.
The officer examines the license. He looks quite puzzled.
Officer 2: Thank you ma'am, one of my officers told me you didn't have a license, that you stole this car, and that you murdered and hacked up the owner.
Older Woman: Bet the liar told you I was speeding, too.
Don't Mess With Old Ladies
To find a public event near you, visit: neighboursday.org.nz/find-an-event
If you have already registered your event and want to make it public, email kiaora@neighboursday.org.nz and they will add it to the map. If you haven't registered yet, tick 'Yes - please list it on the Neighbours … View moreTo find a public event near you, visit: neighboursday.org.nz/find-an-event
If you have already registered your event and want to make it public, email kiaora@neighboursday.org.nz and they will add it to the map. If you haven't registered yet, tick 'Yes - please list it on the Neighbours Day website' to have your event included when you sign-up.
We've just begun consultation on the Long Term Plan and anyone can help us choose what to do in the next 10 years - and how to fund it. What do you want to see happen by 2031? Do you have an opinion on any of our key issues?
Visit www.wdc.govt.nz... to learn more and take part.
Video:
… View moreWe've just begun consultation on the Long Term Plan and anyone can help us choose what to do in the next 10 years - and how to fund it. What do you want to see happen by 2031? Do you have an opinion on any of our key issues?
Visit www.wdc.govt.nz... to learn more and take part.
Video:
www.youtube.com...
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