Rural West Whangarei, Maungakaramea

2772 days ago

700 pieces of rubbish from Northland waterways and beaches

Annette Lambly-Robinson Reporter from Whangārei Leader

Northland's seaways are becoming catchment for millions of pieces of trash which are not only creating large scale pollution and killing marine life, but affecting the seafood we harvest to eat.
Around 88,900 litres (711,200 pieces) of rubbish was recovered from Northlands beaches,… View more
Northland's seaways are becoming catchment for millions of pieces of trash which are not only creating large scale pollution and killing marine life, but affecting the seafood we harvest to eat.
Around 88,900 litres (711,200 pieces) of rubbish was recovered from Northlands beaches, bays ...

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2757 days ago

Be prepared for stormy conditions and possible power outages

Annette Lambly-Robinson Reporter from Whangārei Leader

Around 1300 people lost their power for about 15 minutes around 1.43pm today - with 174 still out on Mangakahia Rd.
Thank goodness we have people prepared to go out in all weather to rectify these issues,

Northpower is encouraging its electricity consumers to be prepared for storm … View more
Around 1300 people lost their power for about 15 minutes around 1.43pm today - with 174 still out on Mangakahia Rd.
Thank goodness we have people prepared to go out in all weather to rectify these issues,

Northpower is encouraging its electricity consumers to be prepared for storm conditions overnight.

Public Affairs Manager Steve Macmillan says the company is gearing up for a potentially rough few days with additional lines crews, arborists and telephonists on stand-by.

“After a sustained period of extremely dry conditions, the heavy rain that is being forecast for Northland could cause slips which could take out power poles. There is also increased likelihood of land movement causing trees to damage powerlines and if flooding hits we could be delayed getting to some areas of Kaipara and Whangarei – as we experienced in 2014.

“We would encourage people to be prepared for possible outages by having torches and battery powered radios at hand, mobile phones charged, fresh water available and gas cooking facilities ready.

“We also urge people to call Northpower faults on 0800-10-40-40 to advise of outages or potential causes of outages. If there are outages overnight our crews will do their best to attend to what they can but if any major repairs are required they will be made in daylight,” says Mr Macmillan.

People should stay clear of downed lines and keep others away also.

Recorded outage and restoration updates will be made on the Northpower Faults line (0800-10-40-40) and listed on www.northpower.com...

2757 days ago

Kiwi Coast get together headlined by two wild kiwi

Annette Lambly-Robinson Reporter from Whangārei Leader

Two kiwi, named Geoff and Charlie, stole the show at a gathering held to thank those involved in the Kiwi Coast initiative and celebrate increasing kiwi numbers.
Kiwi Coast coordinator for the NZ Landcare Trust Ngaire Tyson says the event was held at Fonterra's Jordan Valley Farm at … View more
Two kiwi, named Geoff and Charlie, stole the show at a gathering held to thank those involved in the Kiwi Coast initiative and celebrate increasing kiwi numbers.
Kiwi Coast coordinator for the NZ Landcare Trust Ngaire Tyson says the event was held at Fonterra's Jordan Valley Farm at Hikurangi on ...

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2760 days ago

Road between Whangarei and Northport to get major upgrade

Annette Lambly-Robinson Reporter from Whangārei Leader

An upgrade of the notorious stretch of road between Whangarei and Northport to a four lane highway will be started within the next two years.
Transport Minister Simon Bridges announced the plans on Friday at a sod turning ceremony for a $6.6m cycleway in Whangarei.  
Bridges says ...

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2759 days ago

Poll: Vote for the AMI Community Grant NEIGHBOURHOOD Finalists

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We need your help! These 10 wonderful neighbourhood organisations are finalists in the 2017 AMI Community Grants Neighbourhood category. Now it's up to you to decide who should receive a share of the funds. Read a little from each organisation and/or project on how your support will help themView moreWe need your help! These 10 wonderful neighbourhood organisations are finalists in the 2017 AMI Community Grants Neighbourhood category. Now it's up to you to decide who should receive a share of the funds. Read a little from each organisation and/or project on how your support will help them - and then cast your vote below. Voting closes Friday 24th March.

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Vote for the AMI Community Grant NEIGHBOURHOOD Finalists
  • 7% 1) Seddon Community and Neighbourhood Support Group
    7% Complete
  • 5% 2) Riverton Community Garden Project
    5% Complete
  • 25.8% 3) Surrogate Grandparents NZ
    25.8% Complete
  • 10.1% 4) AED Defibrillator for Churchill Park School
    10.1% Complete
  • 1.1% 5) Whangaroa Community Trust Mural
    1.1% Complete
  • 8.1% 6) Murrays Bay Intermediate Safer Walkway
    8.1% Complete
  • 9.8% 7) Free For All Resource Sharing
    9.8% Complete
  • 2.9% 8) Taradale Alleyway Improvement
    2.9% Complete
  • 25.5% 9) House of Grace Home for Pregnant Teens
    25.5% Complete
  • 4.5% 10) Keith Street Wanganui Youth Centre
    4.5% Complete
2271 votes
2759 days ago

Poll: Vote for the AMI Community Grant REGIONAL Finalists

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We need your help! These 10 wonderful organisations are finalists in the 2017 AMI Community Grants Regional category. Now it's up to you to decide who should receive a share of the funds. Read a little from each organisation on how your support will help them - and then cast your vote below. … View moreWe need your help! These 10 wonderful organisations are finalists in the 2017 AMI Community Grants Regional category. Now it's up to you to decide who should receive a share of the funds. Read a little from each organisation on how your support will help them - and then cast your vote below. Voting closes Friday 24th March.

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Vote for the AMI Community Grant REGIONAL Finalists
  • 7.6% 1) Youth Search and Rescue Tauranga
    7.6% Complete
  • 5.3% 2) North Shore Initial Response Trust
    5.3% Complete
  • 6% 3) Wellington North Community Patrol
    6% Complete
  • 4.9% 4) Crimewatch (Chch) Inc
    4.9% Complete
  • 17.9% 5) Nelson Marlborough Rescue Helicopter Trust
    17.9% Complete
  • 3.1% 6) South Canterbury Child Restraint Rentals
    3.1% Complete
  • 21.9% 7) Kidz need Dadz NZ
    21.9% Complete
  • 16.5% 8) Foster Hope Charitable Trust
    16.5% Complete
  • 6.5% 9) Volunteering Canterbury
    6.5% Complete
  • 10.3% 10) Under the Stars - Homeless in Tauranga.
    10.3% Complete
2090 votes
2772 days ago

Regional council's $1.5m boost to Whangarei’s Hundertwasser project

Reporter Whangārei Leader

The Northland Regional Council is to make a $1.5 million contribution to Whangarei's $16.25 million Hundertwasser Art Centre.
Councillors agreed today to provide the funds from the council's investment and growth reserve.
Chairman Bill Shepherd says the IGR contains commercial … View more
The Northland Regional Council is to make a $1.5 million contribution to Whangarei's $16.25 million Hundertwasser Art Centre.
Councillors agreed today to provide the funds from the council's investment and growth reserve.
Chairman Bill Shepherd says the IGR contains commercial income that has ...

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2760 days ago

Be water wise

Whangarei District Council

The average New Zealand family uses between 250-300 litres of water per person per day. Find some helpful information on your water supply, how to minimise your water bill and conserve water, at the link below.

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2760 days ago

Further call over set for half-billion-dollar Kaitaia drug bust defendants

Annette Lambly-Robinson Reporter from Whangārei Leader

Six men accused in New Zealand's largest ever methamphetamine haul will not go to trial before April 2018.
Ulakai Fakaosilea, 26, Amoki Matoto Fonua, 32, Jermiah Lusitini, 27, Malachi Tuilotolava, 25, and Ka Yip Wan, 26, who are all in custody, appeared for call over in the ...

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2759 days ago

Printer

Glen from Kamo

Brother MFC-L2700 DW printer
2 years old. Personal use only. Perfect condition but needs new toner ($129).
$120 o.n.o
Only selling because my work has provided new home printer.

Negotiable

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