Kamo, Whangarei

2150 days ago

Got an opinion on fireworks? Share it with us

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

Is it time to ban the private sale of fireworks in favour of public displays only? Or is Guy Fawkes just a bit of flammable fun?

Would you like to see tighter restrictions on fireworks or are you a sparkler fiend who sees no problem with celebrating safely at home?

We want to know… View more
Hi neighbours,

Is it time to ban the private sale of fireworks in favour of public displays only? Or is Guy Fawkes just a bit of flammable fun?

Would you like to see tighter restrictions on fireworks or are you a sparkler fiend who sees no problem with celebrating safely at home?

We want to know your opinion on the debate. To share your views in Stuff Nation, click here.

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2150 days ago

Can you help Whangārei Police with their investigations?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

A robber wielding a stripped green stick and wearing a pink sock on his right hand along with another with a knife threatened staff and stole cigarettes from a Northland service station.

Whangārei police have released photos of the heavily disguised duo who robbed the GAS station on Paramount … View more
A robber wielding a stripped green stick and wearing a pink sock on his right hand along with another with a knife threatened staff and stole cigarettes from a Northland service station.

Whangārei police have released photos of the heavily disguised duo who robbed the GAS station on Paramount Parade in Tikipunga about 8.25pm last Thursday.

Police are appealing to anyone who may have been offered cheap tobacco products over the last few days or know anything about the aggravated robbery to come forward.

If you can help police with any of these investigations, call Whangārei station on 09 430 4500 or call anonymously via Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.

Read more

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2151 days ago

SPAM & JUNK MAIL

Diane from Central Whangarei

I am getting a lot of junk mail coming via neighbourly link. I do not like this as a lot of it is asking you to complete marketing surveys for other companies with the lure of "winning" something. I would like to know how to stop this.

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2152 days ago

She's home safe and sound😍lost Dog...black staffy with white markings.

Mila from Kamo

Hi our family dog is missing from Kamo West area, Puia St. Kids are devastated so disperately trying to find of fur baby. She is a black Staffordshire bull terrier with white markings, registrated and wearing Id tags. She has a damaged shoulder so requires her medication and exercise programme. … View moreHi our family dog is missing from Kamo West area, Puia St. Kids are devastated so disperately trying to find of fur baby. She is a black Staffordshire bull terrier with white markings, registrated and wearing Id tags. She has a damaged shoulder so requires her medication and exercise programme. Reward offered for return or info leading to return. Thanks in advance for your help.

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2151 days ago

Poll: Do you clean your reusable bags?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

New Zealanders are embracing the reusable bag ahead of a plastic bag ban, but they could be carrying something else around – bacteria.

ACT leader David Seymour says 20 people could die each year using reusable bags.

"It's coming up to summer and people will be in a hot car with … View more
New Zealanders are embracing the reusable bag ahead of a plastic bag ban, but they could be carrying something else around – bacteria.

ACT leader David Seymour says 20 people could die each year using reusable bags.

"It's coming up to summer and people will be in a hot car with their chicken in a canvas bag ... and suddenly, you've got a real serious case for poor food hygiene."

Food safety expert Steve Flint said it was a valid concern. Read more here

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Do you clean your reusable bags?
  • 37.7% Yes
    37.7% Complete
  • 56.3% No
    56.3% Complete
  • 6% I don't own reusable bags
    6% Complete
1662 votes
2151 days ago

Whangarei Heads Arts Trail 2019

Sheila Blackburn from Whangarei Heads Arts Trail

Preparations are getting underway for Arts Trail 2019.
We would love to hear from any artists who are interested in taking part in our event. If you live on Whangarei Heads you are eligable for full membership, if not you can apply for one of our limited guest places. We welcome high quality work… View more
Preparations are getting underway for Arts Trail 2019.
We would love to hear from any artists who are interested in taking part in our event. If you live on Whangarei Heads you are eligable for full membership, if not you can apply for one of our limited guest places. We welcome high quality work from all genre. Please drop a line to wh.artstrail@yahoo.com for more information. Please dont delay. Entry deadline is mid December.

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2151 days ago

Tree stumps

Cherry from Glenbervie

We desperately need tree stumps for attendees at our nature based conference (The Natural Phenomena) to sit on. PM me if you know of any we could have or buy..

Free

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2152 days ago

Free to a good home

Faith from Tikipunga

Big Boy is a lovely ginger and white 10 year old cat. He is affectionate, housetrained, neutered and enjoys dry cat food. Due to unforeseen circumstances we cannot keep him. He would prefer a home without other cats or dogs. Ph 02102646167

Free

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2152 days ago

Parua Bay Farmers Market

Marnie from Parua Bay / Whangarei Heads

The Parua Bay Farmers Market is back for another season. The first market is on Sunday 4th of November from 2-4 PM at the Parua Bay Community Centre. We will be selling fresh locally grown fruit and veg, and breads, sausages and bacon. New to the market is locally grown avocados and ginger. Artwork… View moreThe Parua Bay Farmers Market is back for another season. The first market is on Sunday 4th of November from 2-4 PM at the Parua Bay Community Centre. We will be selling fresh locally grown fruit and veg, and breads, sausages and bacon. New to the market is locally grown avocados and ginger. Artwork by Gaynor Nairn, featured in the Whangarei Heads Art Trail, will be on display and for sale.

Farmers Market Sign with Info.pdf Download View

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2152 days ago

Petition agains High Density Housing in Parua Bay

Marnie from Parua Bay / Whangarei Heads

For local Whangarei Heads residents opposed to high density housing in Parua Bay, come and sign a petition that instead proposes sustainable, planned housing that preserves the character of the Whangarei Heads area. The petition will be at the Parua Bay Farmers Market on Sunday, 4th November from … View moreFor local Whangarei Heads residents opposed to high density housing in Parua Bay, come and sign a petition that instead proposes sustainable, planned housing that preserves the character of the Whangarei Heads area. The petition will be at the Parua Bay Farmers Market on Sunday, 4th November from 2-4 PM at the Parua Bay Community Centre. If you can't make it, but would like to sign the petition, there are forms at the New Day Cafe in the village. Make your voice heard to the WDC!

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2161 days ago

Clean fill

Rod from Maunu

I am looking for a couple of cubic metres of fill to use for landscaping. If I can get my 2wd ute close I will be interested.

2154 days ago

Drumming

Elizabeth from Raumanga

Can someone tell me when the next drumming session is being held out at the Glenbervie hall please It’s a Wednesday nite but unsure of which week in the month and time thanks

2154 days ago

Create the purr-fect pet project this weekend

The Team from Resene ColorShop Whangarei

Hi neighbours! Make the perfect pet bed for your furry friend that works with your décor. It's easy to make a handmade rope basket using touches of your favourite Resene colours with Resene testpots. Choose colours to suit your room’s colour scheme and match with your furry best friend! … View moreHi neighbours! Make the perfect pet bed for your furry friend that works with your décor. It's easy to make a handmade rope basket using touches of your favourite Resene colours with Resene testpots. Choose colours to suit your room’s colour scheme and match with your furry best friend! 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.

2154 days ago

Subway® is celebrating World Sandwich Day!

Subway New Zealand

Hey Northland!
Subway® is celebrating World Sandwich Day today and we're helping feed the hungry in our community! Last year, we donated over 90,000 meals to KiwiHarvest. With your help, we can feed even more this year. So, join the Subway® Live Feed and head to your local participating … View more
Hey Northland!
Subway® is celebrating World Sandwich Day today and we're helping feed the hungry in our community! Last year, we donated over 90,000 meals to KiwiHarvest. With your help, we can feed even more this year. So, join the Subway® Live Feed and head to your local participating Subway® in Northland. Buy a Sub. Get one FREE. AND Subway® will donate a meal to charity. Because everyone deserves a good feed.
Find out more!

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2158 days ago

Are you hoping to catch a glimpse of Harry and Meghan?

Sarah Reporter from Stuff

Hey neighbours,

The royal tour is underway, and the Duke and Duchess will be covering quite a bit of ground across the country in the next few days.

Are you planning to line up and see Harry and Meghan? Perhaps you already spotted them during their first couple of outings in Wellington, or … View more
Hey neighbours,

The royal tour is underway, and the Duke and Duchess will be covering quite a bit of ground across the country in the next few days.

Are you planning to line up and see Harry and Meghan? Perhaps you already spotted them during their first couple of outings in Wellington, or even managed to have a chat?

To find out when and where you need to be to have the best chance of seeing Harry and Meghan, click here for our detailed tour breakdown.

For the latest on the royals' visit, click here.

Share your thoughts on the royal tour and your plans for meeting our special visitors in the replies below. (Please add "NFP/not for print" if you do not want your images/ comments used on Stuff)

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