Kamo, Whangarei

Next Saturday is our online garage sale

Next Saturday is our online garage sale

So check out your home and take some photos of items that you want to sell!

1298 days ago

Tsunami warning issued for areas across the North Island

Neighbourly.co.nz

UPDATE
March 5
3:50pm

Civil Defence has announced that the National Advisory issued following the earthquakes near the Kermadec Islands region is cancelled.
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UPDATE
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UPDATE
March 5
3:50pm

Civil Defence has announced that the National Advisory issued following the earthquakes near the Kermadec Islands region is cancelled.
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UPDATE
March 5
3:09pm

The tsunami threat to New Zealand has been further downgraded.

In a statement, Civil Defence announced that while there is no longer a tsunami threat to coastal areas, there are still areas under a beach and marine threat.

These include:
- The North Cape from Ahipara to the Bay of Islands
- Cape Runaway to Tolaga Bay
- Great Barrier Island
- The Chatham Islands
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UPDATE
March 5
1:38pm

The latest from Civil Defence:

"GNS Science has advised that the largest waves have now passed, and therefore the threat level is now downgraded to a Beach and Marine threat for all areas which were previously under Land and Marine threat.

All people who evacuated can now return.

The advice remains, for all areas under Beach and Marine threat, to stay off beach and shore areas."
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UPDATE
March 5
11:46am

Minister for Civil Defence Kiri Allan is giving an update to media at the Beehive. She is joined by Civil Defence Controller Roger Ball and GNS's scientist Bill Fry.

What you need to know:
- Allan thanked all people for following all the relevant advice from authorities.
- Those that have moved inland or to higher ground, must stay there until the official 'all clear' is given.
- The National Crisis Management Agency has been activated.
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UPDATE
March 5
10:49am

The Latest from Civil Defence:

Flooding of land areas is expected in the following areas:

The West Coast of the North Island from Cape Reinga to Ahipara.

The East Coast of the North Island from Cape Reinga to Whangarei, from Matata to Tolaga Bay including Whakatane and Opotiki.

And Great Barrier Island.
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UPDATE
March 5
09:52am

The Pacific Pacific Tsunami Warning Centre say the first waves could reach the top of the North Island by 10.20am.
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A magnitude 8.1 earthquake has struck off the coast of the Kermadec Islands.

What you need to know:
Civil Defence has issued a warning to all people near the coast in the following areas:
- The East Coast of the North Island from the Bay of Islands to Whangarei
- Matata to Tolaga Bay including Whakatane and Opotiki
- Great Barrier Island

Civil Defence says residents must move to the nearest high ground, out of all tsunami evacuation zones, or as far inland as possible.

The earthquake may not have been felt in some of these areas, but evacuation should be immediate as a damaging tsunami is possible.

Any direction given by Civil Defence officials overrides the current alert level rules and restrictions. Try to keep a physical distance of 2 metres from others.

To keep up to date with the latest, head to the Civil Defence Website.

Neighbourly will be updating this message as further information comes to hand

Photo credit: National Emergency Management Agency

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1298 days ago

Got a gem next door?

Neighbourly.co.nz

Think of a neighbour that's done wonders in your neighbourhood, who's helped you out without you even asking them or who's dropped some homegrown goodies to you just because they can.

You thought of one yet? Now craft that thought into a nomination that could earn your neighbour … View more
Think of a neighbour that's done wonders in your neighbourhood, who's helped you out without you even asking them or who's dropped some homegrown goodies to you just because they can.

You thought of one yet? Now craft that thought into a nomination that could earn your neighbour recognition in all of Stuff's community papers nationwide - you could even score a bit of cash from us!

It's simple - Click the button below and nominate them on our Nice Neighbour nomination page now
Nominate Now!

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1299 days ago

Have you noticed extra Aucklanders in Whangārei?

Denise Piper Reporter from Whangārei Leader

Aucklanders who fled the city before this week’s Covid-19 alert level 3 restrictions came into force are already putting pressure on health services in Northland. Northland should be "an island" due to the Auckland restrictions, but both pharmacies and community leaders have noticed an … View moreAucklanders who fled the city before this week’s Covid-19 alert level 3 restrictions came into force are already putting pressure on health services in Northland. Northland should be "an island" due to the Auckland restrictions, but both pharmacies and community leaders have noticed an influx of Aucklanders. Have you noticed extra Aucklanders in your neighbourhood? And what do you think about them?

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1299 days ago

Feel good factor

Natasha Judd from Cancer Society Northland

Get involved in our Relay For Life and feel good about Making a Difference in the lives of those with cancer.

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1300 days ago

Relay For Life 2021 - Sign Up NOW don't delay

Natasha Judd from Cancer Society Northland

With the current uncertainty we want to assure our participants Relay For Life will be going AHEAD - at Level 1 we will have live music and bands playing. At Level's 2 - 4 we will have a VIRTUAL RELAY FOR LIFE - which should be a lot of fun!!

If you have not done so sign up now on … View more
With the current uncertainty we want to assure our participants Relay For Life will be going AHEAD - at Level 1 we will have live music and bands playing. At Level's 2 - 4 we will have a VIRTUAL RELAY FOR LIFE - which should be a lot of fun!!

If you have not done so sign up now on www.relayforlife.org.nz...

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1300 days ago

Whangarei Mid-week Market

Janet from Rural West Whangarei

On from 11.00am - 3.00pm today at the William Memorial Park - opposite the Riverside BP station. Great day ( so far ) for it ! fresh produce including spray free lettuces, bananas, avocados, kale, and free range eggs plus more. Check us out .

1304 days ago

Who needs a plant doctor?

Reporter Homed

UPDATE: Thank you for all your questions. We're picking the best to send off to the houseplant doctor from Kings Plant Barn and the answers will be published in an article on Homed soon.

Are your houseplants looking worse for wear? The experts at Kings Plant Barn would love to help. Send us … View more
UPDATE: Thank you for all your questions. We're picking the best to send off to the houseplant doctor from Kings Plant Barn and the answers will be published in an article on Homed soon.

Are your houseplants looking worse for wear? The experts at Kings Plant Barn would love to help. Send us your houseplant questions and problems to homed@stuff.co.nz, or leave them in the comments, for the houseplant doctor to diagnose. Pictures are encouraged.

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1300 days ago

Money Mates

Nikki Smith from Anglican Care Centre

Are you ready for small change? We invite you to be part of our Money Mates group. Sharing practical helpful ideas to make our dollar stretch. Tuesday 16th March - Tuesday 13th April 2021 10-11.30am Anglican Care Centre, 1 Mill Rd, Regent Ph 437 6397 to register

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1300 days ago

Dog Requires new Home

Joy from Rural West Whangarei

URGENT HOME REQUIRED!
This beautiful hunter-way cross urgently needs a new home. Approximately 1 year old. Good with children and loves to cuddle. His elderly owners can not give him the attention and exercise that he needs.
If they can’t find a home for him he will go to the SPCA.
Please … View more
URGENT HOME REQUIRED!
This beautiful hunter-way cross urgently needs a new home. Approximately 1 year old. Good with children and loves to cuddle. His elderly owners can not give him the attention and exercise that he needs.
If they can’t find a home for him he will go to the SPCA.
Please message me if you are interested in giving this lovely boy a home.

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1300 days ago

Shot police dog still recovering, may not return to work

Denise Piper Reporter from Whangārei Leader

A police dog who was shot in the jaw at Tangowahine on December 1 is still recovering, three months on from the incident. The dog suffered critical injuries and, while he has been allowed to return home to his handler, no decision has been made about his work future. Meanwhile the 30-year-old … View moreA police dog who was shot in the jaw at Tangowahine on December 1 is still recovering, three months on from the incident. The dog suffered critical injuries and, while he has been allowed to return home to his handler, no decision has been made about his work future. Meanwhile the 30-year-old farmer, who was shot three times by police during the incident, has pleaded not-guilty to all charges.

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1319 days ago

English can be confusing!

NumberWorks'nWords Whangarei

Brought/bought, often confused. How do you remember which to use?

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1301 days ago

Something Different

John from Rural West Whangarei

Clearing out the UNWANTEDS
Sinewave Inverter
Convert 12v battery power to normal 300watt and recharge your mobiles on your boat

Price: $200

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1304 days ago

What do you think of the Hundertwasser Art Centre's rooftop park?

Denise Piper Reporter from Whangārei Leader

The southern hemisphere's largest afforested roof is starting to take shape in Northland. The first of 150 trees were lifted onto Whangārei’s Hundertwasser Art Centre on Tuesday, helping to create a rooftop park with 4000 plants. The building is the last architectural project that the … View moreThe southern hemisphere's largest afforested roof is starting to take shape in Northland. The first of 150 trees were lifted onto Whangārei’s Hundertwasser Art Centre on Tuesday, helping to create a rooftop park with 4000 plants. The building is the last architectural project that the famous Austrian artist Friederich Hundertwasser​ was involved with before his death in 2000. What do you think of the rooftop park?

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1302 days ago

WFS AGM postponed

Geoff from Central Whangarei

Good People
With Northland being at Level 2 until at least Sunday, this is to advise everyone that the Whangarei Film Society AGM scheduled for tomorrow night (Tuesday 2nd March) has been postponed until the region returns to Level 1.
WFS apologises for any inconvenience and we will keep you … View more
Good People
With Northland being at Level 2 until at least Sunday, this is to advise everyone that the Whangarei Film Society AGM scheduled for tomorrow night (Tuesday 2nd March) has been postponed until the region returns to Level 1.
WFS apologises for any inconvenience and we will keep you posted on the new date for our AGM as soon as things are locked in.
All the best
Geoff

1302 days ago

Celebrate Community - March 1st to 31st 🎂

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

This month is all about bringing your community together and having a great time! We want March to be all about celebrating the connections we have while making new ones along the way. As we all know, what makes a neighbourhood great isn’t the houses and cars, gardens and streets - it’s the … View moreThis month is all about bringing your community together and having a great time! We want March to be all about celebrating the connections we have while making new ones along the way. As we all know, what makes a neighbourhood great isn’t the houses and cars, gardens and streets - it’s the people who share their presence and aroha with each other.

A wonderful way to take part is to participate in Neighbours Day Aotearoa which takes place from 20 - 30th March. This year’s theme is ‘The Great Plant Swap’ - as an easy way for our neighbourhoods to grow stronger together. If you’re hosting an event, make sure to register it on their website: neighboursday.org.nz/join-in

Show us how you’re celebrating community this month by tagging us in your social media posts or emailing us your photos, videos, or experiences to: info@neighbourhoodsupport.co.nz

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