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Hats off to Dargaville Racing Club's committee They tackled the recent issue with a clear head, battled for solutions and gained the respect of its punters and business suporters. Well done guys!!!
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Dargaville Racing Club's special spring meet which allows punters to … View moreHats off to Dargaville Racing Club's committee They tackled the recent issue with a clear head, battled for solutions and gained the respect of its punters and business suporters. Well done guys!!!
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Dargaville Racing Club's special spring meet which allows punters to bring their own alcohol is likely to become a thing of the past.
With corporate tents booked and busloads from Kaitaia, Mangonui, Kerikeri, Opononi, Whangarei, Tutukaka and Waipu scheduled, racing was called off on November 11.
The call to abandon the meet after race three was made after a soft patch surfaced on the 700 metre mark compromising the safety of horses and jockeys.
It was the second blow to be dealt to the club.
Only days out from the meet the club was told their special race day alcohol licence which normally allowed punters to bring in their own alcohol - something the event is well known for - had been turned down.
Club president Tim Antonio says he is baffled as to why the Whangarei police had opposed the BYO licence, especially as to his knowledge there had never been any trouble in the past. He felt it unlikely BYO would be permitted at future race meetings.
But the club remains positive about the day and its future viability.
"It could have turned really sour, but everyone rose to the occasion, many staying on well after the tote and bars were closed to enjoy the atmosphere ... I was thrilled at the behaviour and attitude... everyone embraced the new rules and made it work on the day."
After frantic discussions a compromise was reached and with limitations on where racegoers could drink the day went ahead.
Concerns punters would keep away due to the alcohol restrictions were alleviated when patrons turned out in their numbers including Northland MP Winston Peters and Sir Peter Vela, the president of New Zealand Bloodstock and principal of Pencarrow Stud who flew in by helicopter.
The track was checked twice by officials before race day, but a 50 metre patch cut up bad enough to make further racing on the day unsafe.
New Zealand Thoroughbred Racing has offered Dargaville the chance of another race day.
The opportunity is yet to be discussed by the local committee but it is likely to be a late summer or autumn meet.
NZTR will also reimburse travel costs to those trainers whose horses didn't start on November 11.
* Do you have fond memories at Dargaville's spring meet? Email them to jenny.ling@fairfaxmedia.co.nz
As part of their mission to get into the community more, Bush Buddies Homebased Childcare and some of its educators and children made a very special trip to the SPCA. They went with gifts for the 'fluffy children'. The Bush Buddies team are going to be donating each month as part of the … View moreAs part of their mission to get into the community more, Bush Buddies Homebased Childcare and some of its educators and children made a very special trip to the SPCA. They went with gifts for the 'fluffy children'. The Bush Buddies team are going to be donating each month as part of the programme. They would also like to challenge all daycares and homebased companies to beat the contribution.'
We are very fortunate in Northland to have so may talented artists. There imagination and creativity inspires many.
Three years ago - empty -nester Lee Ann Thoresen, 50, went back to school. See how what she has done with her creative talents.
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Looking for a 3 to 4 brm house with garage to rent,quite family,excellent references, anywhere from, kerikeri,kaikohe,kawakawa,okaihau anything considered 094016677
Can anyone recommend one of the above? My hot water cylinder leaked and the dampness in the chipboard flooring is still spreading, sagging and needs fixing, approx. 2 sq mtrs. I have some wood and have done a small piece with amateurish results. I am receiving a carers benefit for looking after my … View moreCan anyone recommend one of the above? My hot water cylinder leaked and the dampness in the chipboard flooring is still spreading, sagging and needs fixing, approx. 2 sq mtrs. I have some wood and have done a small piece with amateurish results. I am receiving a carers benefit for looking after my disabled daughter so can pay very little. Thank you.
No one knows when or where earthquakes will occur, but everyone can be prepared.
The simplest thing you can do to keep your family safe in a quake is to secure objects and furniture. This reduces the chance they will fall over causing injury or damage.
Click here to see how easy it is to … View moreNo one knows when or where earthquakes will occur, but everyone can be prepared.
The simplest thing you can do to keep your family safe in a quake is to secure objects and furniture. This reduces the chance they will fall over causing injury or damage.
Click here to see how easy it is to make your home safer in an earthquake.
Kia kotahi tātou ki te whakatako to mahere - let's plan together. Council is holding a series of hui next week to discuss any issues you may have about the environment.
- Te Ahu Kaitaia Banquet Room - Tues 29 Nov, 10am -12.30pm
- Red Cross Hall, Kerikeri - Weds 30 Nov, 10am -12.30pm
- TRAION … View moreKia kotahi tātou ki te whakatako to mahere - let's plan together. Council is holding a series of hui next week to discuss any issues you may have about the environment.
- Te Ahu Kaitaia Banquet Room - Tues 29 Nov, 10am -12.30pm
- Red Cross Hall, Kerikeri - Weds 30 Nov, 10am -12.30pm
- TRAION Conference Room, Kaikohe - Thurs 1 Dec, 10am -12.30pm
Come along to Kerikeri Theatre's 'Frankenstein the Pantomime' tonight, Friday 25 and Sat 26 November at 7.30pm plus matinee 2.00 this Sat at the Turner Centre. Great family entertainment for all kids aged 5-95! Get tickets from KK Paper Plus or TCentre Box Office online here: … View moreCome along to Kerikeri Theatre's 'Frankenstein the Pantomime' tonight, Friday 25 and Sat 26 November at 7.30pm plus matinee 2.00 this Sat at the Turner Centre. Great family entertainment for all kids aged 5-95! Get tickets from KK Paper Plus or TCentre Box Office online here: nz.patronbase.com...
With the launch of the Foot It campaign, we've all been talking about walking, cycling and scooting to school, and you've been coming up with some great ideas to support our kids.
But for some families it's not an option - especially if you live in a rural area, or your kids go to a… View moreWith the launch of the Foot It campaign, we've all been talking about walking, cycling and scooting to school, and you've been coming up with some great ideas to support our kids.
But for some families it's not an option - especially if you live in a rural area, or your kids go to a school on the other side of town. So tell us the main mode of transport by which your children or grandchildren commute.
Plus: Don't forget to join up to a Foot It Club at www.neighbourly.co.nz..., and go into the draw to WIN one of 50 Micro scooters.
Well as Northlanders we all know the state of our roads.
The Government recently announce there would be some roads in NZ where the speed limit would be increased to 110km/h.
This won' t happen in Northland - There are currently no roads that will meet the standard - there are some however … View moreWell as Northlanders we all know the state of our roads.
The Government recently announce there would be some roads in NZ where the speed limit would be increased to 110km/h.
This won' t happen in Northland - There are currently no roads that will meet the standard - there are some however where a decrease limit could apply.
Now is your chance to have your voice heard if you want the limit lowered in your neck of the woods.
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You’ve been in your brand new home for over a year now…Yay! But then you realise your home isn’t prepared for smart technologies like home automation for lighting, security and entertainment; let alone equipped for solar and electric vehicles. OH NO!
Avoid ‘OH NO’ moments...get along … View moreYou’ve been in your brand new home for over a year now…Yay! But then you realise your home isn’t prepared for smart technologies like home automation for lighting, security and entertainment; let alone equipped for solar and electric vehicles. OH NO!
Avoid ‘OH NO’ moments...get along to a New Home Builders Info Session with Jennian. It’s all covered in the New Home Builders Info Sessions being held by us, your local Jennian Homes team. Register now.
You decorate your tree for Christmas right? How about your...letterbox?
Announcing the Mike Pero Christmas Letterbox Competition - a partnership between us (Mike Pero Real Estate) - and our friends at Neighbourly. It's pretty simple; we're challenging you to head down your driveway and … View moreYou decorate your tree for Christmas right? How about your...letterbox?
Announcing the Mike Pero Christmas Letterbox Competition - a partnership between us (Mike Pero Real Estate) - and our friends at Neighbourly. It's pretty simple; we're challenging you to head down your driveway and decorate your letterbox for the festive season! Share a photo on your Neighbourly noticeboard using the hashtag #christmasletterbox before 11 December and we'll put you in the draw to win great prizes - including Prezzy® cards!
Help Santa find his way by decorating your letterbox this Christmas! Find out more.
Red Cross team members have been working in Kaikoura to link households with services and essential supplies. They're also on hand to provide wellbeing support for those who are struggling with the quake's impact or for people who have just been told they can't stay in their homes.
… View moreRed Cross team members have been working in Kaikoura to link households with services and essential supplies. They're also on hand to provide wellbeing support for those who are struggling with the quake's impact or for people who have just been told they can't stay in their homes.
"There's so much food and stuff gone, but we're alive - that's the main thing," says Kaikoura resident Diane Edkins (pictured) who finds out whether her house is given the all-clear while a Red Cross volunteer is with her: www.redcross.org.nz...
Please donate to Red Cross' November 2016 Earthquake Appeal at www.redcross.org.nz... Thank you for your support.
Since the 1980s, the proportion of children being dropped off in a car has doubled to nearly 55 per cent. With it has come worsened air pollution, greater congestion, and increased danger as more kids are involved in road accidents. Worse, it has undermined our community cohesion: Schools can and … View moreSince the 1980s, the proportion of children being dropped off in a car has doubled to nearly 55 per cent. With it has come worsened air pollution, greater congestion, and increased danger as more kids are involved in road accidents. Worse, it has undermined our community cohesion: Schools can and should be the hearts of our communities
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We're backing schools to set up walking buses and other solutions, with parents and volunteers helping local kids get to class safely.
We wrote to the nation's mayors pleading with them to lower speed limits outside schools, and many have come back to us with expressions of support. We talked to well-known New Zealanders with school-aged kids, and they united behind the campaign.
You can get involved too. We know people are busy, so the Sunday Star-Times and Neighbourly are encouraging families to choose one day a week when they and their kids walk, scoot, cycle - even ride a horse if that's what works for you!
I've chosen Mondays as the days I'll cycle to school with my 6-year-old son. And Neighbourly has set up a special pledge page, where you can choose a day when you will try to Foot It with your kids, talk with others doing the same - and go into the draw to win one of 50 Micro scooters. www.neighbourly.co.nz...
We are thinking of our friends, families and customers across New Zealand who have been affected by the recent earthquakes. To show our support FreshChoice and SuperValue Supermarkets have donated $5,000 to the Red Cross November 2016 Earthquake Appeal. You can donate towards the appeal in all … View moreWe are thinking of our friends, families and customers across New Zealand who have been affected by the recent earthquakes. To show our support FreshChoice and SuperValue Supermarkets have donated $5,000 to the Red Cross November 2016 Earthquake Appeal. You can donate towards the appeal in all FreshChoice Supermarkets. The coin donation boxes can be found at the checkouts.
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