Parua Bay / Whangarei Heads, Parua Bay

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1332 days ago

We Say/You Say: trans-Tasman bubble

Reporter Whangārei Leader

Hi Whangārei!

After more than a year of closed borders, Australians and New Zealanders will soon be able to jet-hop between countries after the government announced that the trans-Tasman travel bubble is to be operational from April 19.

With quarantine-free travel now possible, are you more … View more
Hi Whangārei!

After more than a year of closed borders, Australians and New Zealanders will soon be able to jet-hop between countries after the government announced that the trans-Tasman travel bubble is to be operational from April 19.

With quarantine-free travel now possible, are you more likely to head across the Tasman or travel domestically?

Fronting Australian media yesterday, Jacinda Ardern not only spoke of the excitement of families being able to be reunited, but also pitched New Zealand tourist activities to Australian viewers.

"If there is a hot spot in one of the states of Australia we may just act in the same way that another state would ... Just prepare that there may be disruptions, but what better place in the world to be stuck. Am I right?," she said.

The trans-Tasman bubble will operate on a three tier basis: Continue, Pause and Suspend. If there are a few cases in Australia linked to the border, quarantine-free travel will continue. Travel may be paused for 72 hours if there are rogue community cases and in the instance of a state or nationwide lockdown, travel will be suspended.

Share your thoughts below and don't forget to type NFP if you don't want your comment featured in the Conversations page of the Whangārei Leader.

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1330 days ago

Independence with support you can count on

Serviced apartments come with the support that makes life easier.

Your fixed base weekly fee includes a chef-prepared meal every day, morning and afternoon tea and housekeeping.

Your electricity, heating, air-conditioning costs and building maintenance are also covered, providing you with … View more
Serviced apartments come with the support that makes life easier.

Your fixed base weekly fee includes a chef-prepared meal every day, morning and afternoon tea and housekeeping.

Your electricity, heating, air-conditioning costs and building maintenance are also covered, providing you with certainty about your living expenses.
Learn more

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1330 days ago

Wildlife Conservation Science at work

Auckland Zoo

Auckland Zoo’s High Canopy is now open – a spectacular new habitat for siamangs and orangutans!

Spot the primates as they live the high life, swinging 25 meters off the ground! The new sky-high habitat lets them behave and move as they would in the wild.

Visit Auckland Zoo with your … View more
Auckland Zoo’s High Canopy is now open – a spectacular new habitat for siamangs and orangutans!

Spot the primates as they live the high life, swinging 25 meters off the ground! The new sky-high habitat lets them behave and move as they would in the wild.

Visit Auckland Zoo with your whanau these school holidays.

Book your ticket online here.
Find out more

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1331 days ago

Free baby/girls clothing

Erin from Maunu

Free clothing. There is a mix of sizes ranging from 6months -4 years. The majority of the clothing is ~2 years size wise. First in first served. Must take all.

Free

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1332 days ago

Long Kikuyu grass needs cutting- quote please?

Jan from Parua Bay / Whangarei Heads

May need something like a scrub bar to cut very long kikuyu.
Anyone out there interested please?

1331 days ago

Why not make a birdbath out of your rhubarb leaf?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Yes you can! NZ Gardener's DIY guru Jacob Leaf shows you how.

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1339 days ago

Have you been the victim of car theft?

Denise Piper Reporter from Whangārei Leader

Police are urging motorists to lock their cars, park out of sight and remove valuables from vehicles after a spate of car break-ins and thefts.
Acting Senior Sergeant Christian Stainton, Whangārei area prevention manager, said cars with valuable items in view have particularly been targeted.
The … View more
Police are urging motorists to lock their cars, park out of sight and remove valuables from vehicles after a spate of car break-ins and thefts.
Acting Senior Sergeant Christian Stainton, Whangārei area prevention manager, said cars with valuable items in view have particularly been targeted.
The Kamo, Tikipunga and Morningside areas are hotspots, he said.
Have you recently had a car stolen or had something taken from inside your car? Could you have done anything differently to prevent it?

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1331 days ago

Hospice Shop Whangarei open 7 days!

North Haven Hospice

Yes, the North Haven Hospice Shop at the corner of Robert St and James St is now also opening Sundays, 10am – 2pm

Sunday opening special: mention this advert for 50% OFF any item priced up to $30 (Sundays 11th and 18th April only).
Find out more

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1332 days ago

5 important learning skills for children

NumberWorks'nWords Whangarei

As educators, it is important for us to instil useful learning skills in children so that they can grow, develop, and gain the necessary skills to succeed in life. At NumberWorks’nWords, we can help your child build and strengthen their learning skills through a tailored curriculum.
Check out … View more
As educators, it is important for us to instil useful learning skills in children so that they can grow, develop, and gain the necessary skills to succeed in life. At NumberWorks’nWords, we can help your child build and strengthen their learning skills through a tailored curriculum.
Check out the full blog to explore 5 important learning skills for children! ?

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1341 days ago

Are guava moths invading the feijoas where you are?

Denise Piper Reporter from Whangārei Leader

It's feijoa season but guava moths can play havoc on this delicious crop. Are guava moths a problem where you live? And have you tried any of these recommendations to get rid of them?

1333 days ago

Council representation review begins

The Team from Whangarei District Council

The new feature of Māori wards on our electoral map has triggered a review of how general votes are represented by Council.

The year-long process begins with an anonymous survey about how well (or not well) different communities fit in to their wards. How well do you fit yours?

Public feedback … View more
The new feature of Māori wards on our electoral map has triggered a review of how general votes are represented by Council.

The year-long process begins with an anonymous survey about how well (or not well) different communities fit in to their wards. How well do you fit yours?

Public feedback may change the number of wards or the number of Councillors. Learn more and participate at the 'Read more' link.

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1333 days ago

Money Mates

Nikki Smith from Anglican Care Centre

Are you ready for small change? We invite you to be part of our Money Mates group. Sharing practical, helpful ideas to make our dollar stretch.

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1333 days ago

Changes That Heal

Nikki Smith from Anglican Care Centre

A Christian course developed by Dr Henry Cloud to take participants through a four-step programme to a happier, healthier you.

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1333 days ago

Our monthly newsletter, Hapori, is out now for April! 📝

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

This issue includes news from our members across the country, safety tips + advice, updates from our partners and more.

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1334 days ago

Need ideas for a stylish shed?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

How about this inspiring upcycle project right in your neighbourhood. This Kaiwaka shed is a runner-up in the 2021 Resene Shed of the Year competition run by NZ Gardener.

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