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The local elections are a great opportunity to decide on who we want to represent our communities over the next three years.
With elections just around the corner, this is a good time to pinpoint the issues that affect you and are important to you. Being clear on this is a first step in knowing… View moreThe local elections are a great opportunity to decide on who we want to represent our communities over the next three years.
With elections just around the corner, this is a good time to pinpoint the issues that affect you and are important to you. Being clear on this is a first step in knowing what you want your local councillors to support or who to vote for. What are the issues you want your next local council to focus on?
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Whangārei District Council has decided to introduce a new childcare allowance for elected members, which has also been supported by Northland Regional Council. What do you think? (Please put NFP if your comments are not for publication.)
After a two-month-old Northland baby died with a blood alcohol level six times the legal drink driving limit through breastfeeding experts are calling for tougher alcohol rules. Do you agree? (Please put NFP on any comments that are not for publication.)
It doesn’t matter if you are young or old - recovering from problematic alcohol or drug use is not easy and you don't have to do this on your own.
At The Retreat NZ, we know, from first-hand experience, what works and we give you the tools that will help you or your family member … View moreIt doesn’t matter if you are young or old - recovering from problematic alcohol or drug use is not easy and you don't have to do this on your own.
At The Retreat NZ, we know, from first-hand experience, what works and we give you the tools that will help you or your family member achieve long term sobriety.
Talk to us - we can help. We are available 24/7 and we welcome guests from all over New Zealand. Confidentiality is guaranteed.
Phone on 0800 276 237 or visit our website www.theretreatnz.org.nz
Calling all Get Growing lovers! NZ Gardener's ezine is in the running to win the Magshop People's Choice Award in the Webstar Magazine Media Awards. Click through to their website to vote daily and help us win!
Each vote counts as an entry to win this De'Longhi espresso machine … View moreCalling all Get Growing lovers! NZ Gardener's ezine is in the running to win the Magshop People's Choice Award in the Webstar Magazine Media Awards. Click through to their website to vote daily and help us win!
Each vote counts as an entry to win this De'Longhi espresso machine valued at $1,099 or an Icona Capitals kettle and toaster package valued at $369. Simply register your details once, then vote here each day until voting closes on September 4.
Have you been affected? Lewis Road Creamery is recalling a specific batch of its Chocolate Ice Cream as it may contain foreign matter (metal).
Name of product: Lewis Road Creamery brand Chocolate Ice Cream (470ml).
Date marking: Best Before: 11/06/2020.
Distribution: The product is sold in … View moreHave you been affected? Lewis Road Creamery is recalling a specific batch of its Chocolate Ice Cream as it may contain foreign matter (metal).
Name of product: Lewis Road Creamery brand Chocolate Ice Cream (470ml).
Date marking: Best Before: 11/06/2020.
Distribution: The product is sold in supermarkets and selected retail outlets nationwide.
Customers should return the products to their retailer for a full refund.
Click here for more safety information
Learn about how the Northland Mitre 10 Cup team are encouraging people to clean their boots to prevent kauri dieback.
Are we happier owning our own home or renting?
It turns out one answer does not fit all.
Some people feel more "grounded" owning their own home, giving them the feeling they're planning for the future and creating a legacy. But there are people who think the opposite. Read more
New Zealand is one of the happiest countries in the world, but how do you even define happiness?
There's a growing body of research on happiness showing the things that make us happier, and things that detract from our happiness. Read more from our "Good Life Guide" here.
Whangārei District Council has budgeted $38m for its new civic centre, to be built on the RSA site by May 2022. But some say the price is too high and it should be built by local firms. What do you think? (Please put NFP if your comments are not for publication.)
Hi readers - Child development expert Nathan Wallis says, "we've created an economy where it's impossible to buy a house in New Zealand without having two parents go to work, so how are we expected to be available to walk kids to school every day?". What do you think of this? … View moreHi readers - Child development expert Nathan Wallis says, "we've created an economy where it's impossible to buy a house in New Zealand without having two parents go to work, so how are we expected to be available to walk kids to school every day?". What do you think of this? Do you think Kiwi culture needs to change to allow parents to accompany their children?
This conversation comes after a coroner found that Gisborne six-year-old Carla Neems should not have been walking alone the day she was killed on her way home from school. Read more of the story here.
Stuff's new podcast, Out of My Mind, is a series of true stories about mental health, told by the people who’ve been there.
In each episode, one person talks to journalist Adam Dudding about their life, and the view from inside their head. These first-person dispatches from the front … View moreStuff's new podcast, Out of My Mind, is a series of true stories about mental health, told by the people who’ve been there.
In each episode, one person talks to journalist Adam Dudding about their life, and the view from inside their head. These first-person dispatches from the front lines of mental health are moving, yet also full of moments of surprise, tenderness and humour.
There are seven episodes. Two are available now and the following five will be released each Monday. Listen to the latest podcast here.
MetService has issued a severe thunderstorm watch for Northland.
Threat period: from 9:32am Monday to 12:00am Tuesday.
These thunderstorms may become severe, bringing damaging wind gusts of 110km/hr or stronger, with a few small tornadoes also possible. Wind gusts of this strength can cause … View moreMetService has issued a severe thunderstorm watch for Northland.
Threat period: from 9:32am Monday to 12:00am Tuesday.
These thunderstorms may become severe, bringing damaging wind gusts of 110km/hr or stronger, with a few small tornadoes also possible. Wind gusts of this strength can cause some structural damage, including trees and power lines, and may make driving hazardous.
For information on preparing for and keeping safe during a storm, see the Civil Defence Get Ready Get Thru website.
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