Rural West Whangarei, Maungakaramea

Wondering about something in your neighbourhood?

Wondering about something in your neighbourhood?

Whether it's a new building going up or a strange noise you keep hearing, ask your neighbours here.

212 days ago

FAMILY BUDGETING

Jill Smith from Citizens Advice Bureau Far North (CAB)

Family budgets are tight. Click on this link for information about how to keep debts from getting out of control. You will also find a Budget Worksheet to help get you started. www.cab.org.nz...

For a range of "Money" information, check out this link. Scroll down to the … View more
Family budgets are tight. Click on this link for information about how to keep debts from getting out of control. You will also find a Budget Worksheet to help get you started. www.cab.org.nz...

For a range of "Money" information, check out this link. Scroll down to the "Money" heading and click on any one of the various categories. www.cab.org.nz...

Please don't hesitate to give CAB a call on 09 407 9829 or 0800 367 222. You could email us on farnorth@cab.org.nz. Or, you might like to pop in to our Bureau at 6 Cobham Rd., Procter Library Building, Kerikeri (across the road from the Kerikeri Fire Station).

Open Monday to Thursday from 9.30 a.m. to 3.30 p.m. & on Friday from 9.30 a.m. to 12.30 p.m.
#budgetingnz #farnorthnz #freeadvice #CAB Far North

212 days ago

Minimalist Design in Apartment Living

The Team from Ryman Healthcare

Ryman’s Charles Upham Retirement Village resident Di is a former fashion designer, artist and self-confessed shoe hoarder who travels, still paints and has stamped her eclectic minimalist style on her apartment.

She gives us her top 3 design tips on how she’s turned her space into a … View more
Ryman’s Charles Upham Retirement Village resident Di is a former fashion designer, artist and self-confessed shoe hoarder who travels, still paints and has stamped her eclectic minimalist style on her apartment.

She gives us her top 3 design tips on how she’s turned her space into a beautiful home.
Find out more

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213 days ago

Trains at Heritage Park, Maunu

Bill from Maunu

Big Trains Thursday and Friday this week (18th and 19th April)
STEAM TRAIN, TRAMS and everything else on SUNDAY 21st April 10 to 2pm
Big Trains, Tractor rides and Mini Trains on Wednesday 24th April 10 am to 2pm
Big Trains on Friday 26th April
Model displays open on Wednesdays.
Come and ride … View more
Big Trains Thursday and Friday this week (18th and 19th April)
STEAM TRAIN, TRAMS and everything else on SUNDAY 21st April 10 to 2pm
Big Trains, Tractor rides and Mini Trains on Wednesday 24th April 10 am to 2pm
Big Trains on Friday 26th April
Model displays open on Wednesdays.
Come and ride the rails at the Heritage Park, Maunu.

215 days ago

Poll: Could we live without public bins?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Many public rubbish bins are being removed by councils due to the large costs of regularly emptying them. Do you think we can adapt and live without them?

Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the We Say You Say column of your local paper.

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Could we live without public bins?
  • 11.6% Yes
    11.6% Complete
  • 87.9% No
    87.9% Complete
  • 0.6% Other - I'll share below
    0.6% Complete
2661 votes
213 days ago

New Season stock at the Red Cross shop in Dargaville

The Team from Red Cross Shop Dargaville

The Red Cross shop in Dargaville has plenty of New Season stock in store. Come in and see us at 48 Victoria Street in Dargaville.

215 days ago

New Season clothing here at the Red Cross Shop in Dargaville

The Team from Red Cross Shop Dargaville

New Season clothing at the Red Cross Shop in Dargaville. Come in and see us at 48 Victoria Street in Dargaville.

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216 days ago

Octagon AGM

Bill from Maunu

Hi Neighbours... the AGM of the Whangarei Repertory Society will be held at the Octagon Theatre, Aubrey Street, Regent, Whangarei on May 15th at 7pm.

218 days ago

Council customer-services now available at the isite

The Team from Whangarei District Council

Our isite visitor centre at Tarewa Park now offers standard Council customer services as well.

A customer representative will be available to help with all Council enquiries and payments except for dog registrations, adding a third location alongside Te Iwitahi (the civic centre) and the … View more
Our isite visitor centre at Tarewa Park now offers standard Council customer services as well.

A customer representative will be available to help with all Council enquiries and payments except for dog registrations, adding a third location alongside Te Iwitahi (the civic centre) and the Ruakākā Service Centre.

The friendly staff are available to help between 9:00am to 4.30pm daily.

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218 days ago

The Red Cross shop in Dargaville

The Team from Red Cross Shop Dargaville

The Red Cross shop in Dargaville have plenty of new stock in store. Come in and see us at 48 Victoria street in Dargaville.

218 days ago

Rural Broadband needs YOU!

The Team from NZ Compare

Ready to make a difference? Join the Commerce Commission’s Measuring Broadband NZ Programme and help improve rural broadband. Volunteer now!

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219 days ago

Cat Cage PENDING

Gabriela from Maunu

Brought this off Facebook marketplace the other day but I have a Maine Coon cat and he is nearly too big for it already so I need to buy a bigger one. Just ant what I paid for it. Its in really good condition.

Price: $35

219 days ago

Kiwis are finding best deals possible

The Team from NZ Compare

Discover how Kiwis are ditching the 'lazy loyalty tax' and saving money with this tool! Learn more in Stuff's article about finding better deals and paying less.

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219 days ago

Sinfonia concert = FREE for under 18 opportunity.

Emily from Kamo

Northland Sinfonia are hard at work rehearsing for the upcoming concert on Sunday 19th May, at 3pm. Pictures at an exhibition is a wonderfully colourful orchestral extravaganza - featuring some fabulous solo trumpet passages and Northland's largest gong ! Followed by the simplicity and … View moreNorthland Sinfonia are hard at work rehearsing for the upcoming concert on Sunday 19th May, at 3pm. Pictures at an exhibition is a wonderfully colourful orchestral extravaganza - featuring some fabulous solo trumpet passages and Northland's largest gong ! Followed by the simplicity and melancholic beauty of Barber's Adagio for Strings. A concert not to be missed !

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222 days ago

Scam?

Patricia from Kamo

Has anybody come across Abigail Oakes <criscristalesxmvt@gmail.com>?
I have just received an email titled 'Payment Received I9ACWRK3W2W8EQ' with a PDF document attached - which I have no intention of opening.
The message is "Confirmation of your order is acknowledged with … View more
Has anybody come across Abigail Oakes <criscristalesxmvt@gmail.com>?
I have just received an email titled 'Payment Received I9ACWRK3W2W8EQ' with a PDF document attached - which I have no intention of opening.
The message is "Confirmation of your order is acknowledged with gratitude.Abigail Oakes"
Does anyone have any idea what I have ordered because I don't so I assume it is a scam.

219 days ago

Scammers posing as Police officers

The Team from New Zealand Police

Be aware, pesky phone scammers’ latest move may be posing as Police officers seeking your financial details.

New Zealand Police are aware of reports emerging this month where Kiwis have been contacted on the phone by someone claiming to be an officer. The officer will claim to be from a … View more
Be aware, pesky phone scammers’ latest move may be posing as Police officers seeking your financial details.

New Zealand Police are aware of reports emerging this month where Kiwis have been contacted on the phone by someone claiming to be an officer. The officer will claim to be from a particular department, tell you that you have been a victim of fraud or scam, and begin to try and obtain further financial information from you. This is a scam.

Detective Senior Sergeant Craig Bolton, from Auckland City’s Financial Crime Unit, says there have been at least a dozen reports made to Police, and these scam calls are largely being made to landlines. “While Police do not have accurate numbers of how many of these scam calls have been received, it is important that the public are aware,” he says. “Police will make some enquiries into these calls, but our experience has shown that often phone-based scammers will be operating from overseas. “We appreciate the vigilance of those who have contact Police so far, as this will help us to make others in the community aware.”

Unfortunately, scams can take many different forms and target victims on different platforms, Detective Senior Sergeant Bolton says. “Scammers are opportunistic and thrive off your trust and good-will. If you receive a call of this nature, do not hand over any personal details.”
New Zealand Police will never contact people seeking their banking details, card numbers, pin numbers or passwords. There are instances where legitimate Police officers will contact you as part of their duties. Police ask that the public remain vigilant.

𝗥𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿:
➡️Police will never ask for details about your bank cards, pin numbers or passwords over the phone.
➡️Trust your instincts. If something doesn't feel right, or is too good to be true, it probably is.
➡️If you are uncertain, ask for the officer’s details. Hang up, contact 105 and request the officer to contact you.
➡️Police aren’t in the business of offering prize money.

If you are in the unfortunate position of being a victim of a scam, please report the matter to Police.
Take the chance to upskill yourself on scam awareness, check for further information on the NetSafe website.

𝗘𝗺𝗮𝗶𝗹 𝘀𝗰𝗮𝗺:
Police are also aware of an email scam that has re-emerged, that claims to be authorities from Police and other justice sector partners. This scam has been subject of previous advisories. We continue to advise people to be extremely cautious when receiving unsolicited emails. Do not reply an the email of this nature under any circumstances.

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