Rural West Whangarei, Maungakaramea

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2536 days ago

Free Family Event - Whangarei Christmas Festival this Saturday

Online Content Publisher from Whangarei District Council

The annual Whangarei Christmas Festival is happening this Saturday 9 December at Toll Stadium starting at the earlier family friendly time of 5pm with gates opening at 4pm so you can come along earlier and bring your picnic blanket to reserve a good spot.

Join their event on Facebook and read more… View more
The annual Whangarei Christmas Festival is happening this Saturday 9 December at Toll Stadium starting at the earlier family friendly time of 5pm with gates opening at 4pm so you can come along earlier and bring your picnic blanket to reserve a good spot.

Join their event on Facebook and read more about what to bring and what not to bring!
www.facebook.com...

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2537 days ago

Botanica refurbishments starting today (4 December)

Online Content Publisher from Whangarei District Council

Two parts of Whangarei’s Botanica, the Snow Conservatory and the Cactus house, will be closed from 4-22 December for repairs. But people looking for a green oasis in the city are still very welcome to visit Bonatica’s third part, the Filmy Fern house.
Both buildings will re-open to the public … View more
Two parts of Whangarei’s Botanica, the Snow Conservatory and the Cactus house, will be closed from 4-22 December for repairs. But people looking for a green oasis in the city are still very welcome to visit Bonatica’s third part, the Filmy Fern house.
Both buildings will re-open to the public in time for Christmas. The fernery will still be open to visitors.
Read more here: ► bit.ly...

2538 days ago

We’ve dropped our online delivery fees

Countdown

Hi neighbours! What better way to celebrate the busy festive season than taking one job off the ‘to-do’ list – the weekly grocery shop! At Countdown we’ve recently dropped the price of our online shopping fees across both delivery and Pick up (formerly Click&Collect).

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Hi neighbours! What better way to celebrate the busy festive season than taking one job off the ‘to-do’ list – the weekly grocery shop! At Countdown we’ve recently dropped the price of our online shopping fees across both delivery and Pick up (formerly Click&Collect).

Pick up is now free if you spend $50 or more, or just $5 for all other orders. Online orders now have a flat-rate fee of $12 for orders up to $199.99, and $8 for orders $200 and over.

Head over to the Countdown website and try online shopping today.

Sally Copland
Countdown’s Head of Online
Try online shopping now!

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2539 days ago

Bridge closed this Sunday 3 December

Online Content Publisher from Whangarei District Council

The Te Matau a Pohe bridge will be closed to road traffic and pedestrian traffic this Sunday to complete the bridge maintenance work.

From Sunday 3 December 8am to Monday 4 December 6am – Full road and footpath closure.

There will be no pedestrian or road traffic access across the bridge. … View more
The Te Matau a Pohe bridge will be closed to road traffic and pedestrian traffic this Sunday to complete the bridge maintenance work.

From Sunday 3 December 8am to Monday 4 December 6am – Full road and footpath closure.

There will be no pedestrian or road traffic access across the bridge. Dave Culham Drive will be closed at the Port Road and Riverside Drive roundabouts.

Openings for marine traffic will be available during this period, but there may be delays of up to 15 minutes for bridge lifts while workmen and equipment are cleared of the bridge.

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2539 days ago

Is your neighbour an Awesome Neighbour?

Electric Kiwi

We’ve had hundreds of you tell us just what makes your neighbour ‘awesome’ with some amazing stories. Do you have an awesome neighbour you haven’t told us about?

It could be a neighbour who donates time to a sports team in your neighbourhood or someone who brings your bins up the … View more
We’ve had hundreds of you tell us just what makes your neighbour ‘awesome’ with some amazing stories. Do you have an awesome neighbour you haven’t told us about?

It could be a neighbour who donates time to a sports team in your neighbourhood or someone who brings your bins up the driveway every week. Maybe they’re just really unique; the neighbour who drives that bright pink car or skateboards with the kids to school each day.

Tell us why your neighbour is awesome and you could win one of four $250 Prezzy® cards (plus one for your Awesome Neighbour).
Enter now

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2540 days ago

The Emergency Mobile Alert system is now live.

The Team from Ministry of Civil Defence & Emergency Management

If your life, health or property is in serious danger, an Emergency Mobile Alert could be sent to your mobile phone.
www.civildefence.govt.nz...

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2540 days ago

Santa Claus is coming to...Harvey Norman

Harvey Norman

He's going to be back this weekend! Make sure you head in store to tell Santa your Christmas wishlist - plus pick up your FREE 6”x4” photo with him too.

Stop by anytime between 11am – 2pm this Saturday and Sunday to meet the man in red. Looking for the perfect gift for friends and … View more
He's going to be back this weekend! Make sure you head in store to tell Santa your Christmas wishlist - plus pick up your FREE 6”x4” photo with him too.

Stop by anytime between 11am – 2pm this Saturday and Sunday to meet the man in red. Looking for the perfect gift for friends and family? How about a Santa Photo pack! Find out more about Santa's visit now.

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2540 days ago

Defibrillator Fund Donations Required

Elfreda from Rural West Whangarei

Ruatangata Hall Society is raising funds to buy a Defibrillator for the Ruatangata District. We need to pay by 15th December to get discounted price. Thank you to all those who have donated $1125. we still require $600. For details how to donate please ring Elfreda Berryman 433 5847

2541 days ago

Poll: How are you stepping up your cyber defence?

CERT NZ and Connect Smart

Cyber Smart Week is all about doing just one thing to keep your data safe. Doing more than one will help even more! So, what’s your one thing? Vote below..

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How are you stepping up your cyber defence?
  • 23.2% I’ve changed a password
    23.2% Complete
  • 25% I’ve turned on two-factor authentication (2FA)
    25% Complete
  • 27.9% I’ve checked my privacy settings
    27.9% Complete
  • 23.9% I’ve updated my operating system (OS)
    23.9% Complete
276 votes
2543 days ago

Detours for Waipu road works

Online Content Publisher from Whangarei District Council

The NZ Transport Agency will be carrying out road repairs and maintenance works on State Highway One Waipu Bypass, for three to four weeks.
The stretch of highway, shown on the map, will have an unsealed surface for the duration of the works and will also be under a speed restriction.
Read more … View more
The NZ Transport Agency will be carrying out road repairs and maintenance works on State Highway One Waipu Bypass, for three to four weeks.
The stretch of highway, shown on the map, will have an unsealed surface for the duration of the works and will also be under a speed restriction.
Read more here: ► bit.ly...

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