Parua Bay / Whangarei Heads, Parua Bay

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1507 days ago

Looking for spring planting tips?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

In this week’s issue we invite you to Hawke's Bay’s Wildflower Sculpture Festival. It’s also time to harvest broad beans, sow carrots, protect your strawberries from birds, water seedlings gently, and get lawns ready for summer.

Check out our courgette variety guide and growing tips … View more
In this week’s issue we invite you to Hawke's Bay’s Wildflower Sculpture Festival. It’s also time to harvest broad beans, sow carrots, protect your strawberries from birds, water seedlings gently, and get lawns ready for summer.

Check out our courgette variety guide and growing tips plus go in the draw for spring vege packs from Tui and ‘Blue Star’ ferns from Gellert’s.

Delivered every Friday to your email inbox, Get Growing digital magazine offers seasonal gardening advice from the NZ Gardener magazine's team of experts. Each week we answer all your burning questions on raising fruit and veges and tell you the top tasks to do in your backyard this weekend. Subscribe here:

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1507 days ago

Paint an vintage sideboard

The Team from Resene ColorShop Whangarei

Brighten up an old piece of furniture with fresh colours to suit your new colour scheme. Add an intriguing design on the inside of the drawers for a bonus surprise when you open them.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how you to update … View more
Brighten up an old piece of furniture with fresh colours to suit your new colour scheme. Add an intriguing design on the inside of the drawers for a bonus surprise when you open them.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how you to update your furniture

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1514 days ago

Our 2020 draft Growth Strategy

The Team from Whangarei District Council

What should Whangārei look like in the year 2050? Starting today we want to get your thoughts on our renewed 2020 draft Growth Strategy, which provides a 30 year vision for our District. That's a long time!

wdc.govt.nz...

You can view a two-page summary or the full strategy (100 pages), … View more
What should Whangārei look like in the year 2050? Starting today we want to get your thoughts on our renewed 2020 draft Growth Strategy, which provides a 30 year vision for our District. That's a long time!

wdc.govt.nz...

You can view a two-page summary or the full strategy (100 pages), and give your feedback at the link above.

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1507 days ago

First Rung, episode 2, is here!

Kylie Klein Nixon Reporter from Homed

Hi team! Thank you so much for your support of First Rung, our first podcast!
The launch last week went even better than we'd hoped. I'm over the moon.
I thought I'd drop by to let you know this week's episode, Location, Location, Location, is out now.
Just like the first … View more
Hi team! Thank you so much for your support of First Rung, our first podcast!
The launch last week went even better than we'd hoped. I'm over the moon.
I thought I'd drop by to let you know this week's episode, Location, Location, Location, is out now.
Just like the first one, it's packed with tips, advice and anecdotes from experts and home owners on every aspect of buying your first home. It also comes with a chance to win a $500 Resene prize pack.
In episode 2, we talk to a first time buyer who moved from one end of the country to the other for a chance to get on the ladder, hear about apartments as a viable first home option and an expert gives us some tips on how to choose the right lawyer.
We all know buying a home is one of the toughest, most daunting things we might ever do as adults, so it doesn't hurt to get some expert advice and support. That's what we wanted to give you with First Rung.
Give episode 2 a listen and let us know what you think - and I hope you're all in to win that crackin' prize pack!

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1508 days ago

Savour Northland

Northland Inc

Savour Northland was created by Northland Inc as a platform to connect the food and beverage community together.

The only category to be voted on by the public for this year’s Northland Hospitality Awards, was sponsored by Savour Northland.

“The response for the … View more
Savour Northland was created by Northland Inc as a platform to connect the food and beverage community together.

The only category to be voted on by the public for this year’s Northland Hospitality Awards, was sponsored by Savour Northland.

“The response for the People’s Choice has been fantastic considering that there’ve been so many other distractions at this time,” said Justine Stuart, the region’s Food and Beverage Ambassador. “We’re delighted that more than 1200 people have voted in this category.

Find out more here:

www.northlandnz.com...

1509 days ago

An URGENT Message from

Alison Shrigley Reporter from Whangārei Leader

Pukenui Western Hills Forest Trust
G'day Whangarei, Ranger Ben here
Just a quick bit of news, we have had some kiwi scat found at Barge park. This is a kiwi who has since had its transmitter removed and is now wild. We humbly ask the awesome people of Whangarei if you walk your dogs at Barge … View more
Pukenui Western Hills Forest Trust
G'day Whangarei, Ranger Ben here
Just a quick bit of news, we have had some kiwi scat found at Barge park. This is a kiwi who has since had its transmitter removed and is now wild. We humbly ask the awesome people of Whangarei if you walk your dogs at Barge park please keep them on a leed, especially on the bottom paddock adjacent to the forest. With your continued support our kiwi will thrive.

1509 days ago

Recap: Get answers to your DIY and decorating dilemmas

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

Hey neighbours, thanks to everyone who joined us for our live chat with Resene’s colour consultant Brenda Ngatai and tech expert Jay Sharples.

The questions were coming thick and fast, and Jay and Brenda very kindly stayed later than planned to get through as many as they could, but we're … View more
Hey neighbours, thanks to everyone who joined us for our live chat with Resene’s colour consultant Brenda Ngatai and tech expert Jay Sharples.

The questions were coming thick and fast, and Jay and Brenda very kindly stayed later than planned to get through as many as they could, but we're sorry if we didn't get to yours. If you submitted a question and missed the chat, checkout the recap, here.

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1509 days ago

Beware of toxic shellfish on the Northland west coast

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

A warning has been issued not to collect or eat shellfish caught from the Northland west coast. This applies to the non-commercial (recreational and traditional) taking of shellfish only.

Ingesting shellfish with this toxic algae present will cause a range of symptoms from tingling around your … View more
A warning has been issued not to collect or eat shellfish caught from the Northland west coast. This applies to the non-commercial (recreational and traditional) taking of shellfish only.

Ingesting shellfish with this toxic algae present will cause a range of symptoms from tingling around your face and hands, to vomiting, paralysis, respiratory failure and in severe cases, death.

Those affected can phone Healthline for advice on 0800 611 116 or seek medical attention immediately, ensuring you keep any remaining shellfish for testing.

The areas affected include Waipapakauri on 90 Mile Beach, south to Pouto Point on the northern head of the Kaipara Harbour as well as Herekino, Whangape and Hokianga Harbours.

The Ministry of Primary Industries are urging residents to spread the word and you can find more information at the link below.

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1510 days ago

It's not too late!

NumberWorks'nWords Whangarei

Is your child enrolled for term 4? Book your free assessment today!

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1510 days ago

Have you voted in the 2020 Ryman Healthcare Gardener of the Year?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear gardeners, while the entire nation is in the mood to vote, don't miss out on having your say in who becomes our Gardener of the Year! Read their stories, choose your favourite, and vote for them!

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1510 days ago

Go Kart and Quad

Lisa from Glenbervie

Go Kart and Quad good project both did go but a while ago. Don't have the time to work on them.

Price: $200

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1510 days ago

Computer monitor

Kevin from Kamo

Goes well surplus to requirements includes USB to vga adapter

Price: $30

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1511 days ago

Super Insects Cards

John & Adrienne from Tikipunga

Does anyone have some Suer Insects Cards to trade? I have 11, 57 and 64 and need 13 16 and 22

Adrienne 8

1511 days ago

Foreign matter found in canned product

Neighbourly.co.nz

Popular food label Value has issued a nationwide recall of specific batches of its canned chopped tomatoes, after it was discovered that stones may be present in the product.

Consumers are asked to check the batch number on the side of the can against the numbers provided below and return their … View more
Popular food label Value has issued a nationwide recall of specific batches of its canned chopped tomatoes, after it was discovered that stones may be present in the product.

Consumers are asked to check the batch number on the side of the can against the numbers provided below and return their can/s to their retailer for a full refund.

What you need to know:

- Batch numbers SMS1 J213, TTA1 J214, TTA1 J215, and TTA1 J217 are affected by this recall.
- The product is sold in New World, Pak’n Save, Four Square, Gilmours, and Trents stores nationwide.

To get in contact with Foodstuffs Own Brands Ltd, call 0800 245 114. For more information on the recall, visit the New Zealand Food Safety website.

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1511 days ago

Connection Between Your Mattress and Backache

Jay from Beds4U Whangarei

Waking Up Creaky and Achy? Your Mattress May Be to Blame! Your Mattress Might Be The Reason For A Painful Back.
Are you also experiencing a similar problem like this? Every morning when you wake up, you have a mild ache in the lower back and the shoulder region. To get out of the bed without … View more
Waking Up Creaky and Achy? Your Mattress May Be to Blame! Your Mattress Might Be The Reason For A Painful Back.
Are you also experiencing a similar problem like this? Every morning when you wake up, you have a mild ache in the lower back and the shoulder region. To get out of the bed without stretching for a minute is very uncomfortable.

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