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1990 days ago

Cancer patient 'forgotten' - what do you think?

Denise Piper Reporter from Whangārei Leader

A breast cancer patient claims better referral systems are needed after a surgeon "forgot" to book her in for radiation treatment. What do you think? (Please put NFP if your comments are not for publication.)

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1986 days ago

New Zealand Biosecurity Awards are open!

Biosecurity New Zealand

It takes all of us to protect what we've got but there are a few champions worth celebrating – could this be you?

These Awards recognise and celebrate outstanding contributions to protecting our country – in our communities, businesses, on-farm, on-orchard, iwi and hapū, government, … View more
It takes all of us to protect what we've got but there are a few champions worth celebrating – could this be you?

These Awards recognise and celebrate outstanding contributions to protecting our country – in our communities, businesses, on-farm, on-orchard, iwi and hapū, government, in the bush and in our backyards.

If you, an organisation or someone you know is putting in the hard yards to protect New Zealand against pests and diseases, it’s time to shine a light on their achievements.

*Entries open until 24 July.
Enter now

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1987 days ago

SUNDAY SKATING

Carl Cooper from Northland Inline Skating Club

Sunday Skating
today!
2pm - 4pm on Sunday during term 2 & 3
$8 including skate hire. Eftpos available.
BaySport Stadium, Harmony Lane, Waipapa

1987 days ago

Will you dunk it for Plunket?

Resene

Between 20 June and 1 July 2019, for every regularly priced blue testpot you purchase, Resene will donate $1 to Plunket – New Zealand's largest provider of support services for the development, health and wellbeing of children under five.

Plunket works together with families and … View more
Between 20 June and 1 July 2019, for every regularly priced blue testpot you purchase, Resene will donate $1 to Plunket – New Zealand's largest provider of support services for the development, health and wellbeing of children under five.

Plunket works together with families and communities to ensure the best start for every child. So, now’s the perfect time to try your hand at that DIY you’ve been meaning to get around to – and help support Kiwi kids in the process.

For more details, visit your local Resene owned ColorShop, NZ only.
Find out more

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1988 days ago

Are you feeling that neighbourly spirit?

Alzheimers NZ

Got 20 minutes spare and feeling that neighbourly spirit? Why not become a Dementia Friend?

The number of Kiwis with dementia is expected to triple in the coming years. Nearly every Kiwi knows someone with dementia. That is a lot of us.

Alzheimers NZ’s Dementia Friends programme aims … View more
Got 20 minutes spare and feeling that neighbourly spirit? Why not become a Dementia Friend?

The number of Kiwis with dementia is expected to triple in the coming years. Nearly every Kiwi knows someone with dementia. That is a lot of us.

Alzheimers NZ’s Dementia Friends programme aims to make NZ a more supportive, inclusive and understanding place for people living with dementia. It only takes 20 minutes to become a Dementia Friend.

The good news is you can help people with dementia to live well. Even in the smallest of actions help. Learn more about how you can help.

Join Dementia Friends today.
Find out more

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1988 days ago

Watch: Margaret Davis translates Matariki at Hihiaua info

Denise Piper Reporter from Whangārei Leader

Margaret Davis will translate Te Reo Māori and English into NZ Sign Language at the Matariki at Hihiaua festival tomorrow, in what is believed to be a NZ first. Watch the video and share what you think. (Please put NFP if your comments are not for publication)

1989 days ago

Friday Night Skating

Carl Cooper from Northland Inline Skating Club

Beginner Skate/Skate Skills this afternoon 4.30pm - 5.30pm.
$5 including skate hire.
Friday Night Fun Skate tonight 6pm - 8.30pm.
$8 including skate hire. BaySport Stadium, Harmony Lane, Waipapa
FUNDRAISER SAUSAGE SIZZLE TONIGHT.
Please support Stingrays junior inline hockey players heading … View more
Beginner Skate/Skate Skills this afternoon 4.30pm - 5.30pm.
$5 including skate hire.
Friday Night Fun Skate tonight 6pm - 8.30pm.
$8 including skate hire. BaySport Stadium, Harmony Lane, Waipapa
FUNDRAISER SAUSAGE SIZZLE TONIGHT.
Please support Stingrays junior inline hockey players heading overseas to play for New Zealand in their respective age grades.
Emily Freakley, Zane Cooper, Chay Edwards, Aaron Riddell & Sydney Bavastro
Raffle tickets still available. Seven great prizes. Will be drawn 28 June

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1989 days ago

Decorative vases for a quirky home

The Team from Resene ColorShop Kerikeri

Bring the best of the 70s to your vase collection with this retro-inspired colour scheme in a mix of Resene colours.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene.

Find out how to create this quick and easy project yourself

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1992 days ago

What do you think of councillor who drank forest water after 1080 drop?

Denise Piper Reporter from Northern News

Councillor Mike Finlayson has been defended after drinking water from a forest creek days after a 1080 drop. What do you think? (Please put NFP if your comments are not for publication.)

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1989 days ago

Poll: Do you use a top sheet on your bed?

Stacey Reporter from Stuff

Along with landline phones and bar soap, top sheets are allegedly an "endangered species".

It's a topic of discussion that crops up every year or so and in some places, using a top sheet when you make your bed is almost unheard of. What's your preference?

To read more, … View more
Along with landline phones and bar soap, top sheets are allegedly an "endangered species".

It's a topic of discussion that crops up every year or so and in some places, using a top sheet when you make your bed is almost unheard of. What's your preference?

To read more, click here

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Do you use a top sheet on your bed?
  • 80% Yes, of course!
    80% Complete
  • 14.4% Nah, I don't bother
    14.4% Complete
  • 5.6% Sometimes I do, sometimes I don't
    5.6% Complete
2938 votes
1989 days ago

Final notice, reminder for this weekend

Judi from Kerikeri District

Kerikeri Village Drawing and Painting Group exhibition. Works for sale and proceeds to the village.

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1989 days ago

Take A Step Today For World Refugee Day 👟💛

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Around the world, communities, schools, businesses, groups and people from all walks of life are taking big and small steps in solidarity with refugees. This World Refugee Day, we challenge everyone in New Zealand to join together and take a step to make a difference.

You can take part in the … View more
Around the world, communities, schools, businesses, groups and people from all walks of life are taking big and small steps in solidarity with refugees. This World Refugee Day, we challenge everyone in New Zealand to join together and take a step to make a difference.

You can take part in the #StepWithRefugees campaign, where participants will collectively walk, run and cycle 1 billion miles - the distance refugees cover each year to reach safety, by adding your steps here: stepwithrefugees.org...

Another option is to volunteer with the New Zealand Red Cross as a Refugee Support Volunteer. Volunteers help families start again, while teaching them about New Zealand culture and connecting them with people from the community.

For anyone based in the Wairarapa, Masterton Neighbourhood Support has a programme called 'WeConnect' that matches new residents from diverse backgrounds including refugees to a local buddy. If you're interested in volunteering or supporting the programme in other ways you can email Masterton Neighbourhood Support Area Coordinator, Cathy Cameron, at: cathy@connectingcommunities.org.nz

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1991 days ago

Do you own this Outwell brand Bamboo dinner set?

Neighbourly.co.nz

Burnsco is recalling all batches of Outwell brand Bamboo Dinner Set 4 Persons – Iris Blue. Testing has identified that melamine in the product may migrate into food and drink. The levels of migration are above that considered acceptable for products containing melamine.

Package size and … View more
Burnsco is recalling all batches of Outwell brand Bamboo Dinner Set 4 Persons – Iris Blue. Testing has identified that melamine in the product may migrate into food and drink. The levels of migration are above that considered acceptable for products containing melamine.

Package size and description: Sold as a 12 piece set in a cardboard box.
Sold at: Burnsco stores throughout New Zealand, online through Trade Me.

Like cyanamide, melamine contain nitrogen and can be toxic at high levels.
Read more

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1991 days ago

Poll: Do you ever eat food past its best before date?

The Team Reporter from Stuff

In the US last year, Mom's Organic Market founder and CEO Scott Nash did something many are afraid to do: He ate a cup of yoghurt months after its expiration date. And then tortillas a year past their expiration date.

"I mean, I ate heavy cream I think 10 weeks past date," says … View more
In the US last year, Mom's Organic Market founder and CEO Scott Nash did something many are afraid to do: He ate a cup of yoghurt months after its expiration date. And then tortillas a year past their expiration date.

"I mean, I ate heavy cream I think 10 weeks past date," says Nash, "and then meat sometimes a good month past its date. It didn't smell bad. Rinse it off, good to go."

It was all part of his year-long experiment to test the limits on food that had passed its expiration date.

To read more click here

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Do you ever eat food past its best before date?
  • 36.4% Yes, I often disregard the expiry dates
    36.4% Complete
  • 6.3% No, never. That's disgusting.
    6.3% Complete
  • 57.4% Occasionally. Depends on what it is.
    57.4% Complete
2807 votes
1999 days ago

Urgent vaccination plan - what do you think?

Denise Piper Reporter from Whangārei Leader

Northland District Health Board has launched an urgent plan to turn around low measles vaccination numbers, in light of outbreaks across the country. What do you think? (Please put NFP in your comments if they are not for publication)

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