Langs Beach - Waipu, Waipu

2800 days ago

Rescue crews compete for national title

Annette Lambly-Robinson Reporter from Whangārei Leader

This could be an action packed competition - if you have the chance why not head out to the beach this weekend and support our local teams?

Waipu Cove will host some of the best inflatable rescue boat racers in the country this weekend for Surf Life Saving's last major event of the sport … View more
This could be an action packed competition - if you have the chance why not head out to the beach this weekend and support our local teams?

Waipu Cove will host some of the best inflatable rescue boat racers in the country this weekend for Surf Life Saving's last major event of the sport season.
Around 356 crews from around the country will vie for a place in the 2017 New Zealand IRB Championships (formerly called the BP Surf Rescue ...

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2804 days ago

Event reminder - NZ Lions Series 2017 starts 3 June

Whangarei District Council

Limited seats available with GA tickets starting from $39 for adults and $10 for kids. Don't miss out - Be There. Be Heard.

2801 days ago

Love your neighbourhood - and your garden?

Jo McCarroll - NZ Gardener editor Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Then check out your new neighbour on Neighbourly! NZ Gardener magazine's free Friday ezine Get Growing has just joined Neighbourly! That means you can have weekly gardening hints, tips and fruit and growing advice delivered right to your inbox from the experts at New Zealand's favourite … View moreThen check out your new neighbour on Neighbourly! NZ Gardener magazine's free Friday ezine Get Growing has just joined Neighbourly! That means you can have weekly gardening hints, tips and fruit and growing advice delivered right to your inbox from the experts at New Zealand's favourite gardening magazine...absolutely free! Just sign up here. Sign up before Monday 3 April and like this post and you'll be in the draw to WIN ONE OF 10 COPIES of NZ Gardener's new special edition Herbs & Superfoods, packed with homegrown ways to improve your and your family's health and wellbeing (RRP $15.90). Sign up now

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2801 days ago

Bring gourmet into the comfort of your own home!

FreshChoice New Zealand

Invite your friends, family or neighbour over for some gourmet takeaways at your house! This mouth-watering chicken, brie and plum pizza is a classic favourite. The red plum sauce, combined with sour cream, shredded chicken and melted cheese, creates an ultra tasty crowd pleasing meal. Bring … View moreInvite your friends, family or neighbour over for some gourmet takeaways at your house! This mouth-watering chicken, brie and plum pizza is a classic favourite. The red plum sauce, combined with sour cream, shredded chicken and melted cheese, creates an ultra tasty crowd pleasing meal. Bring gourmet takeaways into the comfort of your home with this sweet and savoury delectable pizza!

Want more recipes from us? Join your local foodies group!
Check out the recipe!

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2809 days ago

Book a Librarian

Whangarei District Council

Get the Help You Need!!
Whangarei Libraries are offering a new free personalised service for anyone needing help to use library services and some computer based tasks. Read the full story...

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2804 days ago

Civic Honours 2017 - call for nominations

Whangarei District Council

Do you know someone who has made an enormous and long-term contribution to the community, and has gone unsung so far?
If you do, then here is an opportunity to put them forward for the District’s top honour, a Whangarei District Council Civic Award.  Read the story on the link below.

Photo: … View more
Do you know someone who has made an enormous and long-term contribution to the community, and has gone unsung so far?
If you do, then here is an opportunity to put them forward for the District’s top honour, a Whangarei District Council Civic Award.  Read the story on the link below.

Photo: Whangarei District Council's 2016 Civic Honour Awards recipients pictured from left are: Rosemary Waters, Jeffrey D'Ath, Mayor Sheryl Mai, Anthony SOlomon and Stuart Clark.

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2804 days ago

Help baby kiwis with Operation Nest Egg!

FreshChoice New Zealand

FreshChoice Supermarkets are helping the Willowbank Kiwi Breeding programme to set up a new crèche for little kiwis as part of the Operation Nest Egg. SuperValue and FreshChoice have donated $5,000 to help give a head start to building the new kiwi pens. You can help too by donating at your local … View moreFreshChoice Supermarkets are helping the Willowbank Kiwi Breeding programme to set up a new crèche for little kiwis as part of the Operation Nest Egg. SuperValue and FreshChoice have donated $5,000 to help give a head start to building the new kiwi pens. You can help too by donating at your local FreshChoice supermarket from the 20th March until the 23rd April 2017! Learn more

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2807 days ago

SH1 Mangamuka Gorge resurfacing cancelled due to weather

Annette Lambly-Robinson Reporter from Whangārei Leader

The NZ Transport Agency says resurfacing work due to take place this weekend on State Highway 1 Mangamuka Gorge has been cancelled due to bad weather.

An alternative date for the work to take place has not been set.

Check the Transport Agency’s website: www.nzta.govt.nz... for the latest… View more
The NZ Transport Agency says resurfacing work due to take place this weekend on State Highway 1 Mangamuka Gorge has been cancelled due to bad weather.

An alternative date for the work to take place has not been set.

Check the Transport Agency’s website: www.nzta.govt.nz... for the latest highway information or sign up to www.onthemove.govt.nz...

2806 days ago

Great Community Clean Up is back!

The Warehouse New Zealand

This is your chance to show your community a little love - and to WIN great prizes. Once again, The Warehouse and Neighbourly are encouraging neighbours to get more involved in their neighbourhood by creating a Great Community Clean Up event. It doesn't need to be anything big; picking up a … View moreThis is your chance to show your community a little love - and to WIN great prizes. Once again, The Warehouse and Neighbourly are encouraging neighbours to get more involved in their neighbourhood by creating a Great Community Clean Up event. It doesn't need to be anything big; picking up a little litter in your street, tidying up your favourite park, or removing bits and bobs from a nearby beach are all great events! Official 2017 Great Community Clean Up Events take place between 27 April and 3 May. Register your event now and be in to WIN! Learn more

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