Kamo, Whangarei

2131 days ago

Vote now! Resene colour your community

Resene

Resene has six incredible finalists up for People's Choice Award as part of 2018's Colour your Community competition - and they need your vote!

Simply head to the poll and choose who you think deserves a helping hand and some Resene products. Voting closes Sunday 2 December so make … View more
Resene has six incredible finalists up for People's Choice Award as part of 2018's Colour your Community competition - and they need your vote!

Simply head to the poll and choose who you think deserves a helping hand and some Resene products. Voting closes Sunday 2 December so make sure you get your vite in before then! By doing so, you can help make a real difference to an organisation doing great work in a Kiwi community.
Vote now!

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2136 days ago

Plastic bags consultation – summary of submissions released

Oliver Neighbourly Lead from One Tree Point

The Ministry for the Environment have now completed their analysis of the submissions on the proposed mandatory phase out of single-use plastic shopping bags in New Zealand, and they have today released a summary of submissions document, which we can view on their website here.

2132 days ago

Reminder - Nationwide Test of Emergency Mobile Alert

The Team from Ministry of Civil Defence & Emergency Management

Emergency Mobile Alert should work in areas with cell reception. About 97% of populated areas get cell reception, and work is being done by the mobile service operators to improve mobile coverage all the time.

The Nationwide Test of Emergency Mobile Alert is on 25 November between 6 and 7pm.

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Emergency Mobile Alert should work in areas with cell reception. About 97% of populated areas get cell reception, and work is being done by the mobile service operators to improve mobile coverage all the time.

The Nationwide Test of Emergency Mobile Alert is on 25 November between 6 and 7pm.

www.civildefence.govt.nz...

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2132 days ago

Lost cat

Edith from Central Whangarei

Posted on behalf:
A very timid black and white cat ran away when her owners moved to Ngunguru from Onerahi last Tuesday.
Her name is Sheba and she is currently on medication for an eye infection.
Sheba is spayed and microchipped! She is also posted missing on the "LOSTPET" website.

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Posted on behalf:
A very timid black and white cat ran away when her owners moved to Ngunguru from Onerahi last Tuesday.
Her name is Sheba and she is currently on medication for an eye infection.
Sheba is spayed and microchipped! She is also posted missing on the "LOSTPET" website.

Please phone 021 2622698 if you have any information.
Thanks

2134 days ago

Reclaimed Corrugated iron sheets

Julian from Parua Bay / Whangarei Heads

If anyone has some old rustic corrugated iron sheets ( preferably 1.5m -1.8 m x 900 ) lying around and you would like to get rid of, please get in touch. I'm also looking for some hardwood railway sleepers aswell.

Kind regards

Julian Williams

2133 days ago

Let your older neighbours know... 💙💛

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Friendly reminder that NZ Civil Defence will be running their second test of the Emergency Mobile Alert (EMA) System between 6pm and 7pm on Sunday, November 25th.

Please spread the word so more people are aware, especially among older friends and family who may be less tech-savvy, that this is … View more
Friendly reminder that NZ Civil Defence will be running their second test of the Emergency Mobile Alert (EMA) System between 6pm and 7pm on Sunday, November 25th.

Please spread the word so more people are aware, especially among older friends and family who may be less tech-savvy, that this is simply a test and to not be alarmed when they receive the alert.

To learn more about EMA's and what to expect on the day, visit the link below.

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2147 days ago

Get into this psychedelic project this weekend!

The Team from Resene ColorShop Whangarei

That old white fan looking the same as last summer? Turn it into something fun to brighten up your home with a few Resene testpots. Make the most of your weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how to create this quick and easy project yourself.

2133 days ago

Poll: Should public vaping be banned?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

Vaping and the use of smokeless tobacco products could be banned from bars, restaurants, schools and workplaces in New Zealand, thanks to a Government proposal. Click here to read more about it.

Got an opinion on vaping? Take part in our poll below!

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Should public vaping be banned?
  • 54.5% Yes
    54.5% Complete
  • 19.3% No
    19.3% Complete
  • 26.2% Not banned, but restrictions are needed
    26.2% Complete
3060 votes
2133 days ago

Give something SPECIAL this Christmas...

Alison Neighbourly Lead from Kamo

And support our local SPCA. The 2019 SPCA Calendar makes a very SPECIAL gift for anyone who LOVES animals. It is FULL of beautiful images of animals living in our community. Phone the team at SPCA Whangarei on 09 4389161 to order your copy. Limited Numbers - so be quick!

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2141 days ago

Firewood or trees for firewood

Frances from Kensington

Active superannuiant with hungry woodburner wants firewood or will cut up and take away felled trees.

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2134 days ago

Wheelchair, larger width.

Marie-Louise from Kensington

Thomson self propelled wheelchair, as new. Has inner tubes fitted so wheels hold their shape and need to be pumped up less often. 20 inch width. Also has foot rests and smaller removable back wheels so it won't tip when going over lips and dips. Removable sides and arm rests. Rubber hand grips… View moreThomson self propelled wheelchair, as new. Has inner tubes fitted so wheels hold their shape and need to be pumped up less often. 20 inch width. Also has foot rests and smaller removable back wheels so it won't tip when going over lips and dips. Removable sides and arm rests. Rubber hand grips for easier pushing.
Ph.4373763. thanks.

Price: $120

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2134 days ago

Pan pipes, New.

Marie-Louise from Kensington

Middle c, range, octave and a half. no sharps or flats. Hand crafted bamboo panpipes.
Brand new from Wards music shop. Never used but would love to see them go to someone who would enjoy them. ph 4373763 if interested, thanks.

Price: $135

2135 days ago

School Cookbook

Reporter Whangārei Leader

Hurapaki School's cookbook "Local and Loved" is now on sale.
This is a fundraiser for an all weather pitch for the school and the community.
The cookbook contains has over 150 recipes from the community and nine celebrities have included their favourite recipes including chef … View more
Hurapaki School's cookbook "Local and Loved" is now on sale.
This is a fundraiser for an all weather pitch for the school and the community.
The cookbook contains has over 150 recipes from the community and nine celebrities have included their favourite recipes including chef Nadia Lim, Black Stick Madi Doaer, cricketer Tim Southee and a special fish recipe personally sent to the cookbook crew by Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern.
“We wanted to create a cookbook that celebrated our local community’s favourite food. It's a collection of everyone’s tried and tested, best loved recipes." says Sharn Coates.

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2135 days ago

For Sale

Jan from Kamo

Quickie 18" Manual Wheelchair. Lightweight, removable wheels, folds up for easy storage and moving, 18"wide seat base suitable for adult.

Price: $100

2135 days ago

Poll: Who should win Resene's Colour Your Community People's Choice Award? VOTE NOW!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We need your help! These SIX creative applicants who are finalists in for the People's Choice Award as part of Resene Colour My Community. Now it's up to you to decide who should receive the final prize! Read a little information about each of the ideas and how your support will help them… View moreWe need your help! These SIX creative applicants who are finalists in for the People's Choice Award as part of Resene Colour My Community. Now it's up to you to decide who should receive the final prize! Read a little information about each of the ideas and how your support will help them - and then cast your vote below. Voting closes Sunday 2 December. More information here.

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Who should win Resene's Colour Your Community People's Choice Award? VOTE NOW!
  • 16.2% 1) Riversdale Community House - Blenheim
    16.2% Complete
  • 6.1% 2) Belmont Centre - Auckland
    6.1% Complete
  • 6.7% 3) Churton Park Tennis and Recreational Club - Wellington
    6.7% Complete
  • 16.8% 4) Barnardos - Napier
    16.8% Complete
  • 10.6% 5) Ngataringa Organic Garden (NOG) - Auckland
    10.6% Complete
  • 43.7% 6) Maketu Volunteer Coastguard and Maketu Surf Club
    43.7% Complete
1450 votes
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