Rural West Whangarei, Maungakaramea

1823 days ago

Daylight saving starts this Sunday! ⏰

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Now is a great time to check fire alarm batteries and make sure emergency supplies are well stocked and up to date.

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1823 days ago

How is the school holiday traffic where you are?

Denise Piper Reporter from Whangārei Leader

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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1823 days ago

PESTWORX SEPTEMBER 10% DISCOUNT

Ann from PESTWORX

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1823 days ago

Ready the spring forward this weekend!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

It's that time again! Daylight saving is this weekend. So don't forget - clocks spring forward one hour this Sunday morning. #theregoesthesleepin

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1826 days ago

What do you think of NZ's first smokefree streets?

Denise Piper Reporter from Whangārei Leader

Two Whangārei roads are the first suburban streets in the country to be declared smokefree - discouraging people to walk down the streets smoking or vaping. What do you think? Would you like other streets to be smokefree?

1824 days ago

House Tours are back for 2020!

NZ House & Garden Tours

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 more
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 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.
Book now

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1827 days ago

How are the local body elections like a dating site?

Peter from Kamo

Just wondering. It is, after all, well known that some people on social networks, and dating sites, post photoshopped pictures of themselves, or photos taken 30 years in the past.

And now I see something like it on WDC election hoardings .... the mind boggles. What, are you trying to get in … View more
Just wondering. It is, after all, well known that some people on social networks, and dating sites, post photoshopped pictures of themselves, or photos taken 30 years in the past.

And now I see something like it on WDC election hoardings .... the mind boggles. What, are you trying to get in "on your looks"?!?

I suppose it worked for Ronald Reagan; but!

;-P

1825 days ago

Strong wind watch

Neighbourly.co.nz

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.

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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.

An update for severe weather will be issued by 10:00am Wednesday 25 Sep 2019.

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1829 days ago

New 130-berth marina for Whangarei

Reporter Whangārei Leader

Whangarei will get a new 130-berth marina, including a more than 4500 square metre reclamation.

It's said that "it would provide significant positive effects, not only for Whangarei but also the wider Northland region". What are your thoughts on this?

SOURCE: … View more
Whangarei will get a new 130-berth marina, including a more than 4500 square metre reclamation.

It's said that "it would provide significant positive effects, not only for Whangarei but also the wider Northland region". What are your thoughts on this?

SOURCE: Northland Regional Council

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1827 days ago

What did you think of the All Blacks vs. South Africa game?

Reporter Whangārei Leader

Hi neighbours - what'd you think of the All Blacks vs. South Africa game on Saturday night?

Some All Blacks supporters have expressed disgust that Springboks fans sang loudly during the All Blacks' first haka at the World Cup, even though this isn't uncommon. What are your thoughts?

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1826 days ago

Nissan Wingroad 2005 $3999 neg

Alexia from Kerikeri District

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 more
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 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 .
Phone Alexia on
0211179810

Price: $3,999

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1826 days ago

Do you know a Kind Neighbour?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

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!

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1827 days ago

NZ House & Garden House Tour - Tickets on sale now!

NZ House & Garden Tours

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 more
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 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.

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1827 days ago

Mental Health Awareness Week starts today! 💜🌿

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Together let's explore our way to well-being because when it's strong, our whānau, communities and Aotearoa can flourish too.

#NSNZmentalhealth #MHAWNZ

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1827 days ago

Poll: How has your Rugby World Cup streaming experience been?

Paul Reporter from Stuff

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 more
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 read more, click here.

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How has your Rugby World Cup streaming experience been?
  • 35.1% Perfect - I had no issues
    35.1% Complete
  • 31% Not the best
    31% Complete
  • 33.9% Absolutely horrible
    33.9% Complete
507 votes
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