Rural West Whangarei, Maungakaramea

1827 days ago

Poll: Are you supporting the climate change strike this week?

Neighbourly.co.nz

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?

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Are you supporting the climate change strike this week?
  • 27.3% Absolutely
    27.3% Complete
  • 20.4% No - not interested in climate change
    20.4% Complete
  • 23.8% Not sure how the strike will make a difference
    23.8% Complete
  • 28.4% Other - more practical things could be done to raise awareness
    28.4% Complete
907 votes
1837 days ago

Should New Zealand history be taught in all schools?

Reporter Whangārei Leader

Hi neighbours - Jacinda Ardern has announced that all schools and kura would be expected, by 2022, to teach the country's history.

Curriculum changes would reset a national framework so that all learners and ākonga were aware of key aspects of New Zealand history and how they had influenced … View more
Hi neighbours - Jacinda Ardern has announced that all schools and kura would be expected, by 2022, to teach the country's history.

Curriculum changes would reset a national framework so that all learners and ākonga were aware of key aspects of New Zealand history and how they had influenced and shaped the nation.

What do you think? Should New Zealand history be taught in all schools, or are there other, more important subjects to teach?

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1832 days ago

Do you know a community hero?

Denise Piper Reporter from Whangārei Leader

Dr Carol Peters, best known for her work with One Double Five Community House Whare Awhina, has been nominated as a community hero in the Women of Influence Awards. What do you think of this nomination and can you name other heroes in the community (of any gender)?

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1828 days ago

Positive Leadership & Better Whangarei

Better! Wangarei

Ratepayers disagree on many things but most agree Whangarei needs positive leadership.

Many millions of dollars of investment capital have been lost to other districts because the District Council is difficult to deal with. That means lost jobs and lost income for local families.

That's… View more
Ratepayers disagree on many things but most agree Whangarei needs positive leadership.

Many millions of dollars of investment capital have been lost to other districts because the District Council is difficult to deal with. That means lost jobs and lost income for local families.

That's why we are supporting candidates who commit to changing the Council's culture to one that asks, "How can we make it happen?" instead of standing in the way.

To see which candidates have committed to positive change visit Better! Whangarei

Authorised by Peter Peeters, 33 Robert Street, Whangarei.
Find out more

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1829 days ago

Join Gen Less

Gen Less

They all had their defining moments. Climate change is ours.
Join Gen Less, and live more with less energy. #GenLess
Join Gen Less now

1829 days ago

Poll: Will you sign up as a freedom camping ambassador?

Reporter Whangārei Leader

Applications are open for community-minded locals interested in becoming freedom camping ambassadors.

You'll be encouraging campers to play by Whangarei's rules, giving residents confidence that their environment and quality of life will be respected.

Are you passionate about … View more
Applications are open for community-minded locals interested in becoming freedom camping ambassadors.

You'll be encouraging campers to play by Whangarei's rules, giving residents confidence that their environment and quality of life will be respected.

Are you passionate about protecting Whangarei's environment? Will you be signing up?

SOURCE: Whangarei District Council

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Will you sign up as a freedom camping ambassador?
  • 7.1% Definitely! Sounds fun!
    7.1% Complete
  • 28.6% No, I'm not interested
    28.6% Complete
  • 0% I've done it before
    0% Complete
  • 64.3% I don't support freedom camping
    64.3% Complete
14 votes
1830 days ago

Peppertree Luxury Accommodation FOR SALE!

New Zealand Sotheby's International Realty

This boutique hotel offers a new owner the opportunity to combine a healthy and diverse lifestyle with an interesting and profitable business which naturally scales down during winter, allowing for a holiday.

Each of the five beautifully appointed suites has been subtly themed, providing … View more
This boutique hotel offers a new owner the opportunity to combine a healthy and diverse lifestyle with an interesting and profitable business which naturally scales down during winter, allowing for a holiday.

Each of the five beautifully appointed suites has been subtly themed, providing individual charm as well as comfort. In the heart of the lodge is a spacious, recently renovated farmhouse kitchen enjoying garden and orchard views. A large woodburner with wetback heats the water for a series of radiators around the house, ensuring year-round warmth.

Organically managed, the four-hectare property provides the ability to live from the land with honey, fruit trees, berry patches, vegetable gardens, olives and grazing for sheep, cattle and horses. The small Chardonnay vineyard with a careful selection of clones produces a succulent house wine thoroughly enjoyed by guests from all around the world.

A range of useful ancillary sheds and buildings offers space for projects, hobbies, storage and accommodation for staff. Other facilities on the property include a petanque court, croquet lawn and small gymnasium overlooking the swimming pool.

This extraordinarily diverse and unique lifestyle is ideally located on State Highway One, less than a five-minute drive from central Blenheim and 15 minutes from numerous winery cellar doors, restaurants and the airport.

Offers from $2,500,000 plus GST (if any)
Find out more

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1834 days ago

New Zealand’s first private residential smokefree street.

Natasha Judd from Cancer Society Northland

One small Whangarei residential street is seeking to contribute to National Smokefree Working Group Smokefree Aotearoa 2025 Action Plan 2015-2018 goal by initiating New Zealand’s first private residential smokefree street.

A residential Smokefree street foot/pathway/route in Whangarei will be … View more
One small Whangarei residential street is seeking to contribute to National Smokefree Working Group Smokefree Aotearoa 2025 Action Plan 2015-2018 goal by initiating New Zealand’s first private residential smokefree street.

A residential Smokefree street foot/pathway/route in Whangarei will be the first national residential smokefree street

Smokefree Streets is NOT about banning smoking it is about providing increased smokefree outdoor public spaces.

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1831 days ago

Recommendations to put up a small fence, please.

Jo from Maunu

Hi I need someone to build a fence.
I don't need a qualified builder because it's just a small area of fence, so wondering if anyone could recommend someone with the skills to do that, who is also reasonably priced, please? Thanks

1830 days ago

A BBQ and rugby kind of weekend?

Reporter Whangārei Leader

If you're hoping to fire up the barbie ahead of the rugby this weekend, you're in for some good weather!

The sun is expected to shine across most of the country on Saturday, with the warmest day being Sunday due to northwesterly winds.

What are your weekend plans? Will you be … View more
If you're hoping to fire up the barbie ahead of the rugby this weekend, you're in for some good weather!

The sun is expected to shine across most of the country on Saturday, with the warmest day being Sunday due to northwesterly winds.

What are your weekend plans? Will you be watching the first NZ game?

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1830 days ago

Mitsubishi car recalls - Are you affected?

Neighbourly.co.nz

Mitsubishi Motors is recalling the following vehicles:

MITSUBISHI ASX, Model years 2011-2015
RISK: Wiper linkage ball joints could corrode and the linkage could jam or separate. The wipers would be inoperative in the worst case scenario.

MITSUBISHI I-CAR, LANCER, Various years 2003-2010
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Mitsubishi Motors is recalling the following vehicles:

MITSUBISHI ASX, Model years 2011-2015
RISK: Wiper linkage ball joints could corrode and the linkage could jam or separate. The wipers would be inoperative in the worst case scenario.

MITSUBISHI I-CAR, LANCER, Various years 2003-2010
RISK: The airbag inflator may operate incorrectly on deployment and cause shrapnel to enter the cabin resulting in occupant injury or death.

Make sure you contact your nearest Mitsubishi Motors dealer.

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1830 days ago

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1831 days ago

Whales on Ruakākā Beach - Were you there?

Reporter Whangārei Leader

Four whales have died after becoming stranded on Ruakākā Beach.

Patuharakeke kaumātua Pera Mackie said seeing the number of people gathered showed the aroha of the community.

Were you there? Have you ever been in a situation where you could help rescue whales?

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1831 days ago

Being Kiwi: Have you experienced racism?

Stacey Reporter from Stuff

New Zealand is renowned for being friendly and welcoming but is that true for everyone?

Stuff is asking readers to share their experiences of racism by taking part in this short survey.

Being Kiwi is a project looking at the experiences of life in New Zealand for people of all cultures. It calls… View more
New Zealand is renowned for being friendly and welcoming but is that true for everyone?

Stuff is asking readers to share their experiences of racism by taking part in this short survey.

Being Kiwi is a project looking at the experiences of life in New Zealand for people of all cultures. It calls for the collection of official statistics on hate crimes, looks at discrimination in our schools and takes a stroll through Auckland, now one of the most diverse cities in the world.

To take part in the survey, click here

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1839 days ago

Poll: Should buses run on Sunday in Northland?

Denise Piper Reporter from Whangārei Leader

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).

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Should buses run on Sunday in Northland?
  • 67.2% Yes! Buses should run on Sunday
    67.2% Complete
  • 24.6% No, I don't think it's worthwhile having buses on Sunday
    24.6% Complete
  • 8.2% Do we even have buses in Northland?
    8.2% Complete
  • 0% Other, please comment below
    0% Complete
61 votes
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