Central Whangarei, Whangarei

1488 days ago

We Say, You Say: Covid-19 forces hostels to slash prices

Neighbourly.co.nz

Hi Northland,

Backpackers around the country have cut their prices to survive a fall in bookings due to the Covid-19 pandemic.
Occupancy has averaged around 32 per cent between June to September this year compared to previous years. Hone Heke Lodge in Kerikeri has some seasonal workers booked … View more
Hi Northland,

Backpackers around the country have cut their prices to survive a fall in bookings due to the Covid-19 pandemic.
Occupancy has averaged around 32 per cent between June to September this year compared to previous years. Hone Heke Lodge in Kerikeri has some seasonal workers booked in but capacity is still half of what it usually would be.

What else do you think will bring travellers to Northland?

*Please type NFP if you don't want your comment to feature in our Conversations section.

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1487 days ago

Scam email. Re: subscription renewal scam for Norton products.

Marlene from Parua Bay / Whangarei Heads

Hi Everyone,
Please remain super vigilant around any Norton subscription emails.
I received the following email:

Yearly membership activated

Dear user,
Your subscription is renewed successfully for this year, Hence we have charged you  389 USD for your yearly subscription 

Here are your order … View more
Hi Everyone,
Please remain super vigilant around any Norton subscription emails.
I received the following email:

Yearly membership activated

Dear user,
Your subscription is renewed successfully for this year, Hence we have charged you  389 USD for your yearly subscription 

Here are your order details:
Your order number is: - PCH45631200

Product name:                Protection 360
Total amount:                 389.00 USD
Transaction date:           November 3rd, 2020

To upgrade/cancel your subscription, please contact our customer service desk given below. 
+1 (94820) 24695 - 4683800
+1 (84727) 64591 - 1673706
Sincerely

Adam Zampa

THIS IS definitely A SCAM. The email was missing information that made me query its authenticity. So I went onto a online chat site which I thought was the correct Norton site.
The so called agent Deborah Mullen after chatting online with her for alittle while, made me suspicious I was being scammed. She wanted me to keep the online chat opened so I could access the link to put payment through. She wouldn't email the link & said the special discount offer was only valid for a day or until she finished her shift or I can contact them again & 1 of the other agents would help me. I asked her to clarify what a day meant & she replied 'Our offices close at 8pm'. So I made up an excuse- said I lost my credit card & needed to organise a ride into the bank to organise funds & 8pm should be enough time to get things organised.

I unfortunately bumped/ closed the site I was chatting with Deborah.

I contacted the 'real' Norton site & they confirmed both Adam Zampa & Deborah Mullen are not Norton agents.
They are investigating this further.

1486 days ago

Switch our boats to electric

Oliver Neighbourly Lead from One Tree Point

One of the ways that the boaties among us could contribute to a low-emissions future would be to get an electric motor for our boats, or even switch to an electric boat, when an opportunity presents itself.
It would mean a much quieter experience, creating only a sixth of the carbon emissions of a … View more
One of the ways that the boaties among us could contribute to a low-emissions future would be to get an electric motor for our boats, or even switch to an electric boat, when an opportunity presents itself.
It would mean a much quieter experience, creating only a sixth of the carbon emissions of a petrol or diesel engine (or even less when charged from home solar or at night time), and requiring less maintenance, while also reducing pollution.
Initially it won't be cheap, though - but when in our history has the cleaner, quieter, safer, more efficient and cheaper to run version of a product ever costed less than its inferior siblings?
One of the regional businesses already providing electric boat options for sale and hire is The New Zealand Electric Boat Co. in Kerikeri.
As we transition away from fossil fuels, the oversupply of fossil-fuel vehicles and devices (cars, boats, engines, power tools etc.) will be offered to us at dumping prices, just to get rid of them, and some of us will go for that. We could however look at going electric as an investment in our collective future, and when doing a proper total cost of ownership calculation the higher purchase price or cost of retrofitting to go electric is regularly offset over time by lower running and maintenance costs, not to mention the additional benefits of reduced emissions and noise pollution, and increased air and water quality.

1486 days ago

Recycle, Restore, Re-love Week! 💕

Todd Vincent from Red Cross Shop Whangarei

Next week is Recycle Reuse Re-love Week here at Whangarei Red Cross Op Shop 🎉💐☀️🛍

Come in and see all our fabulous recycled, restored and re-loved items. Many items have been lovingly restored. 🧶🧸🎀🎁🎏💝

We are open Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm and Saturdays 9am to 4pm.… View more
Next week is Recycle Reuse Re-love Week here at Whangarei Red Cross Op Shop 🎉💐☀️🛍

Come in and see all our fabulous recycled, restored and re-loved items. Many items have been lovingly restored. 🧶🧸🎀🎁🎏💝

We are open Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm and Saturdays 9am to 4pm.

📬 46 John Street, Whangarei

☎️ 09 4383701

1487 days ago

Red Cross shop - 46 John Street - is looking for good quality furniture

Todd Vincent from Red Cross Shop Whangarei

Do you have furniture including beds (double or single), tables, chairs or other items that you would like to donate to the Red Cross shop 46 John street? We are looking for furniture that’s in good condition without stains, rips or tears. Please give us a call on 09 438 3701 (pick ups may be … View moreDo you have furniture including beds (double or single), tables, chairs or other items that you would like to donate to the Red Cross shop 46 John street? We are looking for furniture that’s in good condition without stains, rips or tears. Please give us a call on 09 438 3701 (pick ups may be possible)

1487 days ago

Reach Out 🤝 Look Out 👀 Help Out 💖

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

To find your nearest Neighbourhood Support or to get in touch about setting up a new one, go to:

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1487 days ago

Recycle a school desk

The Team from Resene ColorShop Whangarei

Make homework fun by transforming an old school desk into a bright and appealing workstation using your children’s favourite Resene colours.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how to create your own.

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1489 days ago

Things change, you can too

Te Wānanga o Aotearoa

Apply Tikanga to your life and help keep our cultural heritage alive within your whānau, marae and community. Secure your place for 2021. Find out more

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1489 days ago

Neighbourly 101: Information for service providers

Neighbourly.co.nz

Got a side hustle going on? If you’re a babysitter, gardener, tutor or any casual service provider, it’s easy to reach local customers in your neighbourhood. All you have to do is set up a Neighbourly business profile!

Having this feature puts you a cut above the rest, with your business … View more
Got a side hustle going on? If you’re a babysitter, gardener, tutor or any casual service provider, it’s easy to reach local customers in your neighbourhood. All you have to do is set up a Neighbourly business profile!

Having this feature puts you a cut above the rest, with your business easy to find for Neighbours in our Business Directory. To get yourself business ready, follow these steps below:

- Head to our business directory by clicking ‘Businesses’ button at the top of your noticeboard.
- Click ‘Become Premium Business' (you can find this at the categories section).
- Have a browse! You can read all of our info and make a decision on whether your service will be more suited to a Premium Business Profile or a free profile.
- Follow all the steps in the sign-up process and you’re good to go.

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1490 days ago

Quote for the week

NumberWorks'nWords Whangarei

You truly can achieve anything. If you want something bad enough, there’s nothing to stop you from achieving it.

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1490 days ago

Event

Pauline from Parua Bay / Whangarei Heads

7 to 8 Venues to visit all on Ocean Beach Road, Whangarei Heads on 5th and 6th December. Photography, bookmaker, upcycling, pottery. painting, mixed textiles, mixed media, sculpture, garden art, jewellery, recycled furniture, platter boards, mosaics, steam punks, furniture, pacific style statues … View more7 to 8 Venues to visit all on Ocean Beach Road, Whangarei Heads on 5th and 6th December. Photography, bookmaker, upcycling, pottery. painting, mixed textiles, mixed media, sculpture, garden art, jewellery, recycled furniture, platter boards, mosaics, steam punks, furniture, pacific style statues and much more.

Negotiable

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1491 days ago

Find savings with SuperGold

SuperGold

Did you know, with a SuperGold card, you can stretch your money further every day?

Businesses across the country offer cardholders thousands of savings and special offers on fuel, food, health costs and more.

To find out what’s available, visit our website. Or, you can download and check … View more
Did you know, with a SuperGold card, you can stretch your money further every day?

Businesses across the country offer cardholders thousands of savings and special offers on fuel, food, health costs and more.

To find out what’s available, visit our website. Or, you can download and check the SuperGold app on your smartphone or tablet.

Find golden opportunities to save today, with SuperGold.
Find out more

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1493 days ago

Minimum wage, no help and on the ladder at 25: here's how they did it

Kylie Klein Nixon Reporter from Homed

I loved talking to Courtney Mason about how she and her husband ben bought their first home. It really offers a lot of hope for folks who might be looking at the property market and wondering what on earth is happening out there these days.
Courtney and Ben were tenacious and bold, and now … View more
I loved talking to Courtney Mason about how she and her husband ben bought their first home. It really offers a lot of hope for folks who might be looking at the property market and wondering what on earth is happening out there these days.
Courtney and Ben were tenacious and bold, and now they're living happily in their Hawke's Bay home.
Have a read and see how they did it, and while you're at it have a listen to our third episode of First Rung, the podcast for first home buyers for a little more inspiration.

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1492 days ago

Did your family celebrate Halloween this year?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We saw some friendly ghosts and even some costumed pooches this year! We'd love for you to spread the joy further than your backyard by sharing a snap from your Halloween festivities below 🎃

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1491 days ago

Take advantage to get Early Christmas Presents

Natasha Judd from Cancer Society Northland

Looking for some early Christmas presents?

Show your support of this great fundraiser with 2.5% of total sales coming to the Cancer Society.

Thanks to Noel Leeming for these great offers and more in store

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