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1231 days ago

Family of Brian Bench, who died after going missing, thank searchers

Melanie Earley Reporter from Whangārei Leader

Kia ora neighbours, the family of a well-known Northland man who died after going missing last week has thanked the Whangārei community for the help during the search.

Searchers found 72-year-old Brian Bench, who had dementia, in bush in an area of Parihaka, Whangārei on Sunday afternoon.

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Kia ora neighbours, the family of a well-known Northland man who died after going missing last week has thanked the Whangārei community for the help during the search.

Searchers found 72-year-old Brian Bench, who had dementia, in bush in an area of Parihaka, Whangārei on Sunday afternoon.

“Despite efforts from emergency service staff, he sadly passed away at the scene,” a police spokeswoman said.

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1226 days ago

Apprenticeship opportunities available

Competenz

Hey Northland! We have some great apprenticeship opportunities available in Auckland right now. Take a look at our job board to find out more!

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1227 days ago

Paint it red with Resene for Red Nose Day!

Resene ColorShop

Buy any red testpot from your local Resene owned ColorShop between 13-31 July 2021 and Resene will donate $1 to CureKids Red Nose Day!

The more red testpots you buy, the more will be donated! Offer applies to all retail purchases of Resene red testpots (excludes metallics and wood stains).

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Buy any red testpot from your local Resene owned ColorShop between 13-31 July 2021 and Resene will donate $1 to CureKids Red Nose Day!

The more red testpots you buy, the more will be donated! Offer applies to all retail purchases of Resene red testpots (excludes metallics and wood stains).

Help us make a difference to the health of kiwi children.
Find your local Resene ColorShop
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1231 days ago

Dog registrations are due this month

The Team from Whangarei District Council

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Our dog-control service is 90% funded by registration fees, and helps keep all dogs in the District safe. Unfortunately the service has not been able to keep up with all the issues reported recently, and we’ve had to increase fees this year to cover costs.

About half of all dog owners have … View more
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Our dog-control service is 90% funded by registration fees, and helps keep all dogs in the District safe. Unfortunately the service has not been able to keep up with all the issues reported recently, and we’ve had to increase fees this year to cover costs.

About half of all dog owners have renewed their registrations for the year - ka pai! We encourage all dog owners to register now, avoid penalties and do their bit for local dog control. Late payments after 31 July 2021 are more expensive but still required, so it makes sense to register as soon as you can.

More info:
www.wdc.govt.nz...

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1236 days ago

Stacy and Adam's Block heritage apartment up for sale

Colleen Hawkes Reporter from Homed

We think this was the best apartment on The Block NZ: Firehouse in Kingsland. Stacy and Adam did a stellar job, and now it is going to auction for a second time, on July 28. 2021. Great character apartment, great location.

1229 days ago

Supporting KidsCan is easy through the Trade Me Kindness Store

Trade Me

Hi there!

Here at Trade Me we're chuffed to let you know we’ve launched our Kindness Store again for winter, supporting KidsCan and the great work they do making sure our tamariki have a fair start – after all, little Kiwis can’t learn when they’re hungry, wet, and cold.

We’ve… View more
Hi there!

Here at Trade Me we're chuffed to let you know we’ve launched our Kindness Store again for winter, supporting KidsCan and the great work they do making sure our tamariki have a fair start – after all, little Kiwis can’t learn when they’re hungry, wet, and cold.

We’ve stocked the store with all the essentials. Think fleece-lined rain coats and shoes to keep kids warm and dry, and warm, healthy food.

Just pick, click, and give now – we take care of the rest, making sure your purchase gets to KidsCan.
Learn more

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1229 days ago

Updates to the RTA 🏠

Office for Seniors

Are you renting? Recent changes to the Residential Tenancies Act (RTA) make it easier for tenants to make minor changes to the rental property and improves the security of tenure. 🖼️🏠🔑

See the full list of changes, including a template for requesting to make a change to the property, on… View more
Are you renting? Recent changes to the Residential Tenancies Act (RTA) make it easier for tenants to make minor changes to the rental property and improves the security of tenure. 🖼️🏠🔑

See the full list of changes, including a template for requesting to make a change to the property, on the Tenancy Services website 👉bit.ly...

You can also read our story about the recent changes - and more - in our latest edition of the SuperSeniors newsletter 👉 bit.ly...

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1239 days ago

Age Concern freephone line 0800 65 2 105

The Team from Age Concern New Zealand

If you have safety concerns for yourself, or an older friend or family member you can call us for free and confidential advice and support.


There are many reasons why elder abuse occurs. It often stems from attitudes that are ageist, and disrespectful of older people.

The majority of cases … View more
If you have safety concerns for yourself, or an older friend or family member you can call us for free and confidential advice and support.


There are many reasons why elder abuse occurs. It often stems from attitudes that are ageist, and disrespectful of older people.

The majority of cases that Age Concerns work with involves older people living in their own homes. In most instances it is family members like adult children who perpetrate elder abuse or neglect.


Call 0800 65 2 105 to contact your nearest Age Concern

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1231 days ago

Volunteer for Daffodil Day Auckland

The Team from Cancer Society Auckland

Sign up now to volunteer for Daffodil Day 2021!

If you're available on the 27th or 28th of August, click here to choose your location and complete your details.
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1231 days ago

Our Amazing Service Technicians

AGrowQuip NZ

Our AGrowQuip service technicians took out a couple of awards at the Fieldays Tractor Pull.

Paul Mellow (left) took out the Sportsmanship Award.

Shawn Luxton (right) achieved First Place in the Weight Adjusted Tractor Pull in his 1998 John Deere 7810. 23 years old with 15,000 hours on the … View more
Our AGrowQuip service technicians took out a couple of awards at the Fieldays Tractor Pull.

Paul Mellow (left) took out the Sportsmanship Award.

Shawn Luxton (right) achieved First Place in the Weight Adjusted Tractor Pull in his 1998 John Deere 7810. 23 years old with 15,000 hours on the clock and still going strong!

Congratulations guys. Awesome work!

Our AGrowQuip Service technicians are ready and waiting to help you at:
- Cambridge – 169 State Highway 1B (Victoria Road)
- Hamilton – 8 Kells Place
- Pukekohe – Corner of Paerata Road & Comrie Place
- Silverdale – 2 Emirali Road

Or call us on 0800 TRACTOR (872 286)

Ps: We are also have loads of new stock at the moment: Ride-ons, compact tractors, larger tractors, excavators and construction machinery.
Find out more

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1231 days ago

Do you know a greenfingered hero in your community?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

NZ Gardener is again looking for greenfingered good sorts – individuals or groups who have used gardening skills to help other people. Five finalists will feature in the October magazine and one will go on to become 2021 Gardener of the Year! There are some amazing prizes up for grabs so if you … View moreNZ Gardener is again looking for greenfingered good sorts – individuals or groups who have used gardening skills to help other people. Five finalists will feature in the October magazine and one will go on to become 2021 Gardener of the Year! There are some amazing prizes up for grabs so if you know a homegrown hero who is using their gardening skills for good, nominate them now!

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1232 days ago

Winter Efficiency Tip #4: Fix Dripping Taps

Northpower

Make sure to fix dripping taps. A hot water tap dripping at the rate of one drip per second can waste 28 litres of hot water per day and cost you an additional $11.10 a month.

Be sure to check out our other efficiency tips
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1232 days ago

Kiwi treasure week at Red Cross Dargaville

The Team from Red Cross Shop Dargaville

This week is kiwi treasure week at the Red Cross shop in Dargaville. Come and have a look at our kiwi treasures. We are at 48 Victoria Street Dargaville.

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1232 days ago

Two orange weather warnings issued for Northland

Neighbourly.co.nz

A large low-pressure system is expected to make its way inland from the Tasman Sea this morning, bringing with it periods of heavy rain and strong wind gusts.

Peak rates of 10 to 20mm/h are forecast to fall during the afternoon and evening, with MetService stating that may cause flash flooding … View more
A large low-pressure system is expected to make its way inland from the Tasman Sea this morning, bringing with it periods of heavy rain and strong wind gusts.

Peak rates of 10 to 20mm/h are forecast to fall during the afternoon and evening, with MetService stating that may cause flash flooding and river rises in the area.

The rain is set to be slightly heavier north and east of Kaikohe, with 80mm to 100mm of rainfall forecast.

The wind warning also may prove to be hazardous for Northland residents.
Active from 2pm today, the Orange Wind warning describes southeasterly gales becoming severe in exposed places, with gusts of up to 120km/h in eastern areas.

Residents are advised to exercise caution around unsecured structures and drivers of high-sided transport and motorcycles should remain vigilant.

For more information about this warning, and to follow any updates, please visit the MetService Warnings page.

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1233 days ago

No barriers to learning

Competenz

"Being deaf is no barrier to learning and seeing someone like me achieving qualifications and working in a job that has a lot of responsibility has hopefully encouraged them to give it a go.”

When Erich Krogmann started the Food and Beverage Level 2 qualification, he had to learn how to … View more
"Being deaf is no barrier to learning and seeing someone like me achieving qualifications and working in a job that has a lot of responsibility has hopefully encouraged them to give it a go.”

When Erich Krogmann started the Food and Beverage Level 2 qualification, he had to learn how to balance study with a night job and a young family, but his main challenge came in the form of his hearing disability.

Erich says he thinks he’s inspired other people with a disability to take on training.
Read Erichs full story here

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