Rural West Whangarei, Maungakaramea

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1873 days ago

Swimming spots to avoid

Reporter Whangārei Leader

Sixteen swim spots in Northland are considered too contaminated to swim in these school holidays.

Contamination can make swim spots risky, resulting in gastro and respiratory illnesses. Check here for swimming spots to avoid.

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1873 days ago

KOAST

Judi from Kerikeri District

KOAST TRAIL GUIDES ON SALE NOW!

Our 2019 Trail Guides are now on sale in Kerikeri, Paihia, Doubtless Bay and Whangarei through several retailers, listed below. You can also buy them through the KOAST website. With a month to go, they're already proving popular so don't forget to buy … View more
KOAST TRAIL GUIDES ON SALE NOW!

Our 2019 Trail Guides are now on sale in Kerikeri, Paihia, Doubtless Bay and Whangarei through several retailers, listed below. You can also buy them through the KOAST website. With a month to go, they're already proving popular so don't forget to buy one soon and make plans to join us on the Trail, Labour Weekend.

Kerikeri - Paper Plus, Little Black Gallery, The Old Packhouse, Market (Saturdays), Warehouse Stationery, Art in Kerikeri, Studio 19
Kawakawa - King Theatre Creative
Waipapa - Village Books, Bohemian Hair
Whangarei - The Bach, Town Basin, Quarry Arts Centre
Mangonui - Exhibit A Gallery and the information Centre
Paihia - Post Shop, Flying Fish Design Store, The i-site Paihia

#arttrail #kerikeri #bayofislands #art #KOAST #artcollectors #artlovers #artists

1874 days ago

Friends or Foe in your Backyard?

Alison Neighbourly Lead from Kamo

Do you realise how PRECIOUS it is to have Kiwi, native Bats, Gecko, and other Creepy Crawlies living (and breeding) right in our Backyard?
An information and activities event for the whole community for Conservation Week.
Are you interested in the native and endemic species that live around us?
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Do you realise how PRECIOUS it is to have Kiwi, native Bats, Gecko, and other Creepy Crawlies living (and breeding) right in our Backyard?
An information and activities event for the whole community for Conservation Week.
Are you interested in the native and endemic species that live around us?
Would you like to create and protect habitats that encourage these species to thrive in our locality?
Come along tomorrow to Kiwi North and talk to the team who are making this happen. Find out what you can do in your own backyard.

Bring the Kids for a FUN day. TOMORROW - Sunday 29th
FREE EVENT!
Kiwi North
Gate 2, 500 SH14 Maunu, Whangarei.
10am to 2pm.
Refreshments available
Parking at Kiwi North, GATE 2, 500 SH14 Maunu

1874 days ago

Quality House&Pet-Sitter Avail

Marsha from Kerikeri District

Hi there, I have a gap in my bookings between Oct 14 - 31st (then Dec 7th -21 or from Dec 27 onward) & can provide care for your home, garden & pets while you're away.. contact me to discuss further ~ thanks =)
fyi : www.kiwihousesitters.co.nz...

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1874 days ago

Calling all Young artists

Alison Neighbourly Lead from Kamo

Term 4 Kids Art Workshops on Sundays. Drop the kiddies off and do what you have to do or go grab a coffee at one of the lovely cafes. Workshops are held at the Reyburn Art Studio starting Oct 27- Dec 8.

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1874 days ago

KOAST

Judi from Kerikeri District

KOAST TRAIL GUIDES ON SALE NOW!

Our 2019 Trail Guides are now on sale in Kerikeri, Paihia, Doubtless Bay and Whangarei through several retailers, listed below. You can also buy them through the KOAST website. With a month to go, they're already proving popular so don't forget to buy … View more
KOAST TRAIL GUIDES ON SALE NOW!

Our 2019 Trail Guides are now on sale in Kerikeri, Paihia, Doubtless Bay and Whangarei through several retailers, listed below. You can also buy them through the KOAST website. With a month to go, they're already proving popular so don't forget to buy one soon and make plans to join us on the Trail, Labour Weekend.

Kerikeri - Paper Plus, Little Black Gallery, The Old Packhouse, Market (Saturdays), Warehouse Stationery, Art in Kerikeri, Studio 19
Kawakawa - King Theatre Creative
Waipapa - Village Books, Bohemian Hair
Whangarei - The Bach, Town Basin, Quarry Arts Centre
Mangonui - Exhibit A Gallery and the information Centre
Paihia - Post Shop, Flying Fish Design Store, The i-site Paihia

#arttrail #kerikeri #bayofislands #art #KOAST #artcollectors #artlovers #artists

1881 days ago

New water feature a good addition for summer?

Reporter Whangārei Leader

Whangarei's new Town Basin Park will be getting an interactive water feature.

It'll have water jets and colourful light displays illuminating the park at night. Is this a good addition in time for summer? What else would you like to see at the park?

SOURCE: … View more
Whangarei's new Town Basin Park will be getting an interactive water feature.

It'll have water jets and colourful light displays illuminating the park at night. Is this a good addition in time for summer? What else would you like to see at the park?

SOURCE: Whangarei District Council

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1875 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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1875 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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1875 days ago

PESTWORX SEPTEMBER 10% DISCOUNT

Ann from PESTWORX

Only a few days to go …
SPRING OFFER | 10% DISCOUNT
Take advantage of our Spring 10% discount offer … contact us by the end of September to book your Pest Control Treatment and beat the summer rush!
0800 PESTWORX | 0800 737 896 | 09 407 7389
info@pestworx.co.nz
www.pestworx.co.nz...

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1875 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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1878 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?

1876 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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1879 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

1877 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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