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1187 days ago

Saw doctor apprenticeship available in Northland

Competenz

Hey Northland!
We have an awesome apprenticeship opportunity available for you!
ASL Industries are looking for a new staff member to join their talented team in Ruakaka as a saw doctor apprentice.
The qualified management team are keen to share their knowledge with you!
For more information on… View more
Hey Northland!
We have an awesome apprenticeship opportunity available for you!
ASL Industries are looking for a new staff member to join their talented team in Ruakaka as a saw doctor apprentice.
The qualified management team are keen to share their knowledge with you!
For more information on this opportunity click here.

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1190 days ago

Will you support the Cancer Society's Daffodil Day online?

Denise Piper Reporter from Whangārei Leader

There is disappointment pamphlets urging people not to donate to the Cancer Society have been distributed in Northland. Chief executive Lucy Elwood says the leaflets contain concerning misinformation about cancer research on animals. The information is a low blow after the Cancer Society's … View moreThere is disappointment pamphlets urging people not to donate to the Cancer Society have been distributed in Northland. Chief executive Lucy Elwood says the leaflets contain concerning misinformation about cancer research on animals. The information is a low blow after the Cancer Society's major annual street appeal, Daffodil Day, had to be cancelled and will now run online on Friday instead. Will you support the society?

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1190 days ago

Parts of country to go to Alert Level 3

Neighbourly.co.nz

All regions outside of the Auckland and Northland region will move to Alert Level 3 11.59pm Tuesday August 31.

In a press conference Friday afternoon, Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern confirmed that Auckland and Northland will likely need to complete a further full two weeks at level 4 in order to … View more
All regions outside of the Auckland and Northland region will move to Alert Level 3 11.59pm Tuesday August 31.

In a press conference Friday afternoon, Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern confirmed that Auckland and Northland will likely need to complete a further full two weeks at level 4 in order to keep the Delta variant from spreading further in the regions.

Here's what you need to know
- There will be regional boundaries, there will be no travel allowed between regions unless required for essential services.
- Boundaries maintained in the last February lockdown will be reinstated.
- Around 500 locations of interest have been identified.
- The exposure site in Warkworth is a large workplace. Ardern hoped the people of Northland will understand why they're moving with caution. Northland won't always be grouped in with Auckland.

To stay up to date with the latest, follow the Stuff blog.

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1192 days ago

Check out our brand new youth-fund

The Team from Whangarei District Council

To the next generation of change-makers, dreamers and community superstars: here's your chance to get started! Would you like to do a project that helps your community and makes the world a better place? What if we provided the money and a bit of guidance? For the first time ever we've … View moreTo the next generation of change-makers, dreamers and community superstars: here's your chance to get started! Would you like to do a project that helps your community and makes the world a better place? What if we provided the money and a bit of guidance? For the first time ever we've opened a new youth-fund to help people aged 12-20 run their own awesome initiatives.

👉 www.wdc.govt.nz...

Types of eligible initiatives could be workshops, events, seminars, research and surveys, awareness campaigns, community activities, resources for sectors of the community, and more. Eligible initiatives are those that address a need and provide benefit to the Whangārei community. We are unable to support initiatives that provide private benefit to a small group or to individuals. Think about an idea that benefits lots of people, or people who really need it, and apply!

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1191 days ago

Gardening live chat on now!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Hello neighbours,

It’s coming up to spring, and with everyone stuck at home in Covid lockdown, what better time to get the garden in order? NZ Gardener editor Jo McCarroll and Jack Hobbs, manager of the Auckland Botanic Gardens, are live on Stuff now to answer all your gardening questions.

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1191 days ago

Cancer doesn't stop, we won't either.

Cancer Society

COVID-19 has taken away our Daffodil Day Street Appeal.

The demand on our cancer services goes up during lockdown. And that's why we need you now more than ever. $24 helps to provide transport to and from cancer treatment.

Donate now to support the Cancer Society's vital services … View more
COVID-19 has taken away our Daffodil Day Street Appeal.

The demand on our cancer services goes up during lockdown. And that's why we need you now more than ever. $24 helps to provide transport to and from cancer treatment.

Donate now to support the Cancer Society's vital services to support New Zealanders going through cancer.
Learn more

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1192 days ago

What do you think of the fire service urging people not to light fires in lockdown?

Denise Piper Reporter from Whangārei Leader

Fire and Emergency NZ is urging people not to light outdoor fires in lockdown, after having to attend to 26 fires since lockdown began on Wednesday morning. Wipari Henwood, area manager for Muri Whenua/Far North says each time there is a call-out, firefighters - who are mostly volunteer - risk … View moreFire and Emergency NZ is urging people not to light outdoor fires in lockdown, after having to attend to 26 fires since lockdown began on Wednesday morning. Wipari Henwood, area manager for Muri Whenua/Far North says each time there is a call-out, firefighters - who are mostly volunteer - risk breaking their isolation bubble. He urges people to hold off on lighting any fires until after alert level 4 lifts. What do you think?

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1192 days ago

Last week to nominate!

The Team from New Zealander of the Year Award | Ngā Tohu Pou Kōhure o Aotearoa

We're in the last week of nominations for the 2022 Kiwibank New Zealander of the Year Awards. So come on, Northland – who’s your New Zealander of the Year?

Tell us with a nomination! Nominations close 31 August.

Get in quick – www.nzawards.org.nz...

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1192 days ago

How do you relieve the stress of lockdown?

Denise Piper Reporter from Whangārei Leader

NorthChamber chief executive Steve Smith, who has worked in security hotspots like Afghanistan, says the stress of the Covid lockdown on businesses is similar to that caused by terrorist attacks. He says post-traumatic stress is likely and he urges people to look out for signs of severe stress in … View moreNorthChamber chief executive Steve Smith, who has worked in security hotspots like Afghanistan, says the stress of the Covid lockdown on businesses is similar to that caused by terrorist attacks. He says post-traumatic stress is likely and he urges people to look out for signs of severe stress in loved ones. Are you suffering from stress in this lockdown? And what are your tips for improving wellbeing?

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1194 days ago

Can you help our local food bank?

Denise Piper Reporter from Whangārei Leader

The shelves are running bare at Whangārei's 155 Food Bank, due to a surge in demand from the Covid-19 alert level 4 lockdown which has impacted many food bank providers. 155 Food Bank has started a fundraising page and is sending out a plea for donations of money, so it can buy more kai to … View moreThe shelves are running bare at Whangārei's 155 Food Bank, due to a surge in demand from the Covid-19 alert level 4 lockdown which has impacted many food bank providers. 155 Food Bank has started a fundraising page and is sending out a plea for donations of money, so it can buy more kai to meet the huge demand. Can you help out?

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1193 days ago

Help your local small business - and get $10!

David Downs from SOS Business

If you are missing your morning coffee, your cafe lunch or even your haircut - jump on www.sosbusiness.nz... and help a local small business out with cashflow - they get the money now and you get a voucher for later.
If you buy a $50 voucher, we will give you another $10 one (while stocks last).
View more
If you are missing your morning coffee, your cafe lunch or even your haircut - jump on www.sosbusiness.nz... and help a local small business out with cashflow - they get the money now and you get a voucher for later.
If you buy a $50 voucher, we will give you another $10 one (while stocks last).
SOS Business - A not-for-profit helping NZ small businesses during a tough time. All the money (less credit card fees) gets paid to the businesses.

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1194 days ago

Are you using our 2021 Garden Diary?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours,

We're all working from home during this lockdown, not just to bring you your favourite gardening mag, but also our Garden Diary 2022! This is where we need your help: Show us how you've been using your 2021 Diary -- take photos of the pages, tell us what was most … View more
Dear neighbours,

We're all working from home during this lockdown, not just to bring you your favourite gardening mag, but also our Garden Diary 2022! This is where we need your help: Show us how you've been using your 2021 Diary -- take photos of the pages, tell us what was most useful, did you have enough space to write your notes, what have you scribbled on the pages? Did you clip your plant labels on them? Perhaps shoot a little video with your phone as you turn the pages. Your feedback will help us put together next year's diary.

Please email your comments and photos to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, by this Friday, Aug 27. The five most helpful readers will each receive a free copy of the 2022 diary.

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1194 days ago

One to watch

Competenz

We love seeing our apprentices making waves in the industry.
Wade Peek was recently named Plastics Apprentice of the Year, is definitely one to watch. With two qualifications under his belt, he’s been earmarked as a future plastics industry leader.

He hopes to one day start his own … View more
We love seeing our apprentices making waves in the industry.
Wade Peek was recently named Plastics Apprentice of the Year, is definitely one to watch. With two qualifications under his belt, he’s been earmarked as a future plastics industry leader.

He hopes to one day start his own manufacturing business and says: "I really want to pass on what I have learnt to support apprentices in their training. I also want to be able to teach people outside of the plastics industry about what we do, as I truly believe we can't solve any of the really important environmental issues that surround plastic unless as many people as possible understand it."

If you are thinking of signing up for an apprenticeship, get in touch with us here

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1195 days ago

Daffodil Day Street Appeal Cancelled

The Team from Cancer Society Auckland

We’re sad to announce that Covid has forced the cancellation of our annual Daffodil Day street appeal. This will have a big impact on our fundraising, so we’re asking those who can to please donate online at daffodilday.org.nz. Thank you for your support Auckland. Learn more

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1196 days ago

Missing your favourite local paper?

Reporter Whangārei Leader

It’s not in your letterbox this week because of alert level 4 restrictions - but it’s still available online! You can read the latest issue of the Whangārei Leader
right now. Want to catch your favourite columns, puzzles, community news and local views each week? Simply subscribe here.
Read now

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