Kamo, Whangarei

1384 days ago

Schools Out! Drive Carefully PLEASE...

Alison Shrigley Reporter from Whangārei Leader

With the school term wrapping up over the next few weeks, we want to remind drivers to slow down around schools to help keep our children safe.

Our road policing officers in Henderson teamed up with @Pomaria Primary School students to thank those drivers who slowed down around their school 🙏

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With the school term wrapping up over the next few weeks, we want to remind drivers to slow down around schools to help keep our children safe.

Our road policing officers in Henderson teamed up with @Pomaria Primary School students to thank those drivers who slowed down around their school 🙏

Constables Petricevich and Bennell helped the students give out their handmade cards to drivers.
A big thanks to all the students for their colourful creations and getting involved.
Drive safe - Keep our families SAFE these holidays.
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1384 days ago

Looking for your next group outing?

Round The Bays

Ports of Auckland Round the Bays is back for a 49th year on Sunday 28 February 2021 and we’d love to invite you and your whānau, friends or workmates to take part in NZ’s largest fun run and BBQ!

Dust off those organising shoes, gather up the crew, secure your entries, and lock in your … View more
Ports of Auckland Round the Bays is back for a 49th year on Sunday 28 February 2021 and we’d love to invite you and your whānau, friends or workmates to take part in NZ’s largest fun run and BBQ!

Dust off those organising shoes, gather up the crew, secure your entries, and lock in your Hospitality Package so you’re booked for a fantastic day out!

#RTB2021
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1391 days ago

Your favourite ever summer holiday

Lorna Thornber Reporter from Stuff Travel

Hi everyone,
Now that summer's finally here and the holidays are just around the corner for many, we'd love to hear about your favourite summer holiday memories. Has there been a trip that you continue to think about years later? Where did you go, with who and what did you get up to? … View more
Hi everyone,
Now that summer's finally here and the holidays are just around the corner for many, we'd love to hear about your favourite summer holiday memories. Has there been a trip that you continue to think about years later? Where did you go, with who and what did you get up to? What made it such a stand-out experience? As usual, please put 'NFP' in your comment if you don't want it included in a travel article. Cheers.

1385 days ago

"Risk to native flora" - Kmart recalls wreath decoration

Neighbourly.co.nz

The Ministry of Primary Industries has recalled a Kmart wreath which may potentially harbour unwanted organisms.

In a release, the Product Recalls website stated that the treatment given to the product has been ineffective and that customers should return their wreaths to Kmart for a full … View more
The Ministry of Primary Industries has recalled a Kmart wreath which may potentially harbour unwanted organisms.

In a release, the Product Recalls website stated that the treatment given to the product has been ineffective and that customers should return their wreaths to Kmart for a full refund.

What you need to know:
- The wreath was sold at Kmart stores between 26 September 2020 to 27 November 2020.
- The product is labelled "Wicker wreath with native foliage and berries." The batch number is 28/20.
- The APN number is 9341107552810.

Any queries or concerns should be directed to Kmart Customer Service available Monday-Friday between 8.00am and 5.00pm on 0800 945 995.

For further information, please visit the Government's Product Recall Website.

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1385 days ago

While waiting for a Tui

Glen from Central Whangarei

Just for something a bit different, these are flowers Tui feed on

1386 days ago

Pauline Halls Bosch washing machine

Gail from Kamo

I thought I'd post this for anyone wondering whether to buy Pauline's Bosch or not: I have a Bosch front loader too and it is the best washing machine I have had on my 30 years of married life. Very happy with mine. Both my parents and my sister have one too and just as happy Hope this … View moreI thought I'd post this for anyone wondering whether to buy Pauline's Bosch or not: I have a Bosch front loader too and it is the best washing machine I have had on my 30 years of married life. Very happy with mine. Both my parents and my sister have one too and just as happy Hope this helps 😉

1390 days ago

My photos all handheld no tripod used

Glen from Central Whangarei

Here is an example of some birds in my garden

1387 days ago

15 more chances to win...

Santa in the Suburbs

You will have noticed that our Neighbourly blue-feathered Santa has been giving out presents right across New Zealand, yet the Santa sack is still full!

Enter the daily draw by finding the secret Santa code hidden within a post on your Neighbourly newsfeed and enter it on our … View more
You will have noticed that our Neighbourly blue-feathered Santa has been giving out presents right across New Zealand, yet the Santa sack is still full!

Enter the daily draw by finding the secret Santa code hidden within a post on your Neighbourly newsfeed and enter it on our Santa in the Suburbs competition page.

Don't miss today's prize - a luxurious night in the executive suite of the Heritage Hotel.
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1387 days ago

Relay For Life is an inspiring community experience

The Team from Cancer Society Auckland

Every step around the track at Relay For Life symbolises our unstoppable fight to create a future with less cancer. Find an event near you. Learn more

1400 days ago

NumberWorks'nWords question time.

NumberWorks'nWords Whangarei

If you could ask any historical figure one question, who would it be and what would you ask?

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1389 days ago

What do you think will solve Northland's overflowing hospitals?

Denise Piper Reporter from Whangārei Leader

Population growth, an influx of Aucklanders and a lack of GPs have been blamed for Northland's overflowing hospitals, which sees one in every six patients spend more than six hours in the emergency department. What do you think the solution is?

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1388 days ago

Anyone can be Nymbl

The Team from ACC New Zealand

Now you can get better balance, in the comfort and safety of your own home, with Nymbl - the easy-to-use smartphone app.

Nymbl gives you simple body movements, combined with brain challenges like trivia, to really improve your balance. It’s fun and only takes only 10 minutes a day.

Get … View more
Now you can get better balance, in the comfort and safety of your own home, with Nymbl - the easy-to-use smartphone app.

Nymbl gives you simple body movements, combined with brain challenges like trivia, to really improve your balance. It’s fun and only takes only 10 minutes a day.

Get Nymbl now, for free. Just go to fallsfree.co.nz and follow the easy instructions.
Register now

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1388 days ago

Need Christmas gifts in a hurry?

Not Socks Gifts Ltd

Avoid the malls & shop at NZ’s #1 online gift store. We have a HUGE range of fun, new & different Christmas gifts that you won’t find anywhere else.

AND… if it’s on our website, it’s in our warehouse – so you’ll receive your order within 24 to 72hrs. Plus, delivery is FREEView more
Avoid the malls & shop at NZ’s #1 online gift store. We have a HUGE range of fun, new & different Christmas gifts that you won’t find anywhere else.

AND… if it’s on our website, it’s in our warehouse – so you’ll receive your order within 24 to 72hrs. Plus, delivery is FREE over $85.

Proudly New Zealand owned & operated for over 10 years.
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1389 days ago

Tomorrow is International Volunteer Day...

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

We wanted to say THANK YOU to all of the amazing people who make Neighbourhood Support possible across Aotearoa!

If you know someone who is giving back in your community, show them some love. Don't let their acts of generosity go unnoticed.

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1389 days ago

Fresh garden produce table Top o' Nisbet Rd at "The Cowshed "studio

Janet from Rural West Whangarei

Up on Whatatiri , up Nisbet Road, is a little fresh produce table set up outside at The Cowshed, Jane Whiting's painting studio. The produce on it is surplus garden vegs, fruit and seedlings. All are sprayfree. Currently there are tomatoes (beefsteak variety) , savoy cabbages, cauliflowers,… View moreUp on Whatatiri , up Nisbet Road, is a little fresh produce table set up outside at The Cowshed, Jane Whiting's painting studio. The produce on it is surplus garden vegs, fruit and seedlings. All are sprayfree. Currently there are tomatoes (beefsteak variety) , savoy cabbages, cauliflowers, kale, kohl rabi, red beet, the last of the limes and cherimoyas, plus babacoa and cut flowers - gloriosa lilies, alstromeria, and dianthus seedlings. Pottery and paintings in the studio are open to view and buy too. Please take a trip up to The Cowshed and check it out. We are open every Friday from 12.00pm - 6.00pm Sat and Sun 9am - 6 pm. And up here there is a great view across the landscape to Maungatapere mountain !

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