Langs Beach - Waipu, Waipu

2933 days ago

Tis the season

Whangarei District Council

The first Christmas Parade will be in Kamo on Saturday 26 November. Check out what else is on!

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2933 days ago

Supporting the Red Cross November 2016 Earthquake Appeal...

FreshChoice New Zealand

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. Donate now

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2939 days ago

Tsunami warning downgraded but Northlanders warned to stay off beaches

Annette Lambly-Robinson Reporter from Whangārei Leader

What did you do? How scary is this.
. Does anyone have pics of their evacuation? Send them to annette.lambly@ fairfaxmedia.co.nz

Northlanders are being warned to stay off beaches and out of the water following the 7.5 magnitude earthquake in Canterbury.

Those living on the coast were … View more
What did you do? How scary is this.
. Does anyone have pics of their evacuation? Send them to annette.lambly@ fairfaxmedia.co.nz

Northlanders are being warned to stay off beaches and out of the water following the 7.5 magnitude earthquake in Canterbury.

Those living on the coast were evacuated early Monday morning as a precaution against a predicated tsunami.

Tsunami sirens were activated and Civil Defence Northland posted on Facebook asking Northlanders living on the coast to move inland or to higher ground immediately after the Ministry of Civil Defence and Emergency Management reported there was an imminent threat.

People near the beach at Ngunguru evacuated themselves to the hills and it is understood this also occurred at Ruakaka and Tutukaka.

The tsunami siren also sounded at Ruawai on Kaipara's west coast harbour, but a decision was made by the Ruawai Community Response group there was no immediate need to evacuate.
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2936 days ago

Library update - Teddy Bear Sleepover time!

Whangarei District Council

Bring your favourite teddy, dolly or toy animal and let them stay overnight in the Library. Come back the next morning to see what they got up to. Spaces are limited - Register today!

Friday 25 November 5 to 6 pm and
Saturday 26 November 10 to 11 am
Whangarei Central Library

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2934 days ago

What's on - Whangarei Art Museum

Whangarei District Council

Check out What's On at the Whangarei Art Museum! Open Monday to Sunday from 10am to 4pm.

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2937 days ago

Poll: Increased speed limits - do we need them?

Annette Lambly-Robinson Reporter from Whangārei Leader

A 110kmh speed limit is to be introduced on some New Zealand roads.

With 245 deaths on our roads already this year, some are asking if more speed is the right answer.

Will an increased speed limit be a good thing for Kiwis?

Vote in the poll and have your say in the comments below.

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A 110kmh speed limit is to be introduced on some New Zealand roads.

With 245 deaths on our roads already this year, some are asking if more speed is the right answer.

Will an increased speed limit be a good thing for Kiwis?

Vote in the poll and have your say in the comments below.

Please write NFP after your comment if you don't wish to be quoted.

Increased speed limits - do we need them?
  • 42.3% Yes, people drive 110kmh anyway. Raise the limit!
    42.3% Complete
  • 57.7% No, 100kmh is fast enough.
    57.7% Complete
71 votes
2937 days ago

Infrastructure update - detours

Whangarei District Council

The construction of the main asphalt pavement from Saturday 19 November until Wednesday 23 November will require the temporary closure of Kensington Ave between Kamo Rd and Davies St. This map shows the detours. Note Nixon St is still closed to right turns for northbound traffic on Kamo Rd – this… View moreThe construction of the main asphalt pavement from Saturday 19 November until Wednesday 23 November will require the temporary closure of Kensington Ave between Kamo Rd and Davies St. This map shows the detours. Note Nixon St is still closed to right turns for northbound traffic on Kamo Rd – this traffic will be directed onto Graham St and Mill Rd to access Nixon St while Kensington Ave is closed.

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2937 days ago

Avoid hidden surprises...

The Team from Jennian Homes Northland

Construction is well and truly underway on your new home…Yay! But then you realise your home isn’t perfectly positioned for the sun. OH NO!

Avoid ‘OH NO’ moments...get along to a New Home Builders Info Session with Jennian. From establishing a true building budget to planning an energy … View more
Construction is well and truly underway on your new home…Yay! But then you realise your home isn’t perfectly positioned for the sun. OH NO!

Avoid ‘OH NO’ moments...get along to a New Home Builders Info Session with Jennian. From establishing a true building budget to planning an energy efficient home, it’s all covered in the New Home Builders Info Sessions being held by us, your local Jennian Homes team.
Register now

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2938 days ago

Being prepared for an emergency ...

Whangarei District Council

... is everyone's responsibility.
The earthquakes earlier this week is a timely reminder for everyone to become familiar with the tsunami evacuation zones around our District.
Head to our website and check out your Community Response Plan for your area.

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2938 days ago

Shop Volunteers

Bart van der Meer from Volunteering Northland 0800-865268

Want to meet new people and have some fun? Waipu Museum are needing shop volunteers for half day shifts on a roster. Give a little (or a lot) of time to this great organisation. Check out the link below.

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2939 days ago

Earthquake and tsunami

Annette Lambly-Robinson Reporter from Whangārei Leader

Anyone got family or friends effected by this event?

2940 days ago

Check out The Range 2018 - and get a free testpot!

Resene

Get inspired with the new The Range 2018 fashion fandeck from Resene, full of the latest on trend paint colours, popular neutrals and complementary colour ideas. To help you get started, get a FREE Resene testpot. Simply bring in a copy of this post to your local Resene owned ColorShop (print it … View moreGet inspired with the new The Range 2018 fashion fandeck from Resene, full of the latest on trend paint colours, popular neutrals and complementary colour ideas. To help you get started, get a FREE Resene testpot. Simply bring in a copy of this post to your local Resene owned ColorShop (print it off or show it on your phone!) and we’ll give you your choice of The Range 2018 testpot colour 60ml FREE! Offer valid until 30 November 2016. Visit Resene

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2942 days ago

What's on - Artisan's Fair

Whangarei District Council

Come down and check out the Artisan's Fair Market this Saturday. Christmas is getting closer so time to start thinking about presents. Buy something beautiful & unique from some of Northland's most talented arts & crafts people.

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2941 days ago

Christmas present...

Whangarei District Council

The jetty along the Hatea Loop will become a beautiful little over-the-water stopping point by Christmas.

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2944 days ago

NO BYO at Dargaville Races this year

Annette Lambly-Robinson Reporter from Whangārei Leader

Who out there in the community normally has a flutter at the Dargaville races. Will you be going on Friday? (Nov 11) Will you not be going because the special licence that has in the past allowed punters to bring their own booze has been turned down?
Have you always enjoy the laid back … View more
Who out there in the community normally has a flutter at the Dargaville races. Will you be going on Friday? (Nov 11) Will you not be going because the special licence that has in the past allowed punters to bring their own booze has been turned down?
Have you always enjoy the laid back atmosphere of this country meet?
Are you among any of those workplaces who will now have to make other arrangements for it pre- Christmas social event? We would love to hear your comments on the situation.
Comments may be used in print unless you state otherwise with NFP (not for print).

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