Kamo, Whangarei

2312 days ago

Exercise bike

Isabella from Tikipunga

Anybody having an excersice bike not using it anymore?
I would like to buy one please!

2310 days ago

Keep warm this winter

Master Plumbers NZ - Northland

Winter is coming! Has your house been toasty warm during the recent cold snap or are you thinking of ways to improve it? A Master Gasfitter can give you advice on the latest heating options available or service required to ensure your existing gas fittings are safe and working efficiently. Check … View moreWinter is coming! Has your house been toasty warm during the recent cold snap or are you thinking of ways to improve it? A Master Gasfitter can give you advice on the latest heating options available or service required to ensure your existing gas fittings are safe and working efficiently. Check out our blog on gas heating options for your home and use our online search tool to find a gas expert in your area.

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2310 days ago

Please share

Kristi Neighbourly Lead from Tikipunga

This event on today.

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2311 days ago

Supporting Kids in the Middle

The Warehouse New Zealand

The Warehouse stores will be fundraising for Women’s Refuge Kids in the Middle Programme for the next three weeks. Stop by to purchase a $2 key ring at our checkouts or add a donation, where funds raised will go towards helping over 4,102 children across New Zealand rebuild a life free from … View moreThe Warehouse stores will be fundraising for Women’s Refuge Kids in the Middle Programme for the next three weeks. Stop by to purchase a $2 key ring at our checkouts or add a donation, where funds raised will go towards helping over 4,102 children across New Zealand rebuild a life free from violence.

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2311 days ago

From Northland to New York City: meet the Kiwi growing veges for the United Nations

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

From rural Northland to South Sudan and New York City, Michael Jenkins has taken his love for gardening all over the world.

2316 days ago

Which Northland town makes you smile?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

Which town do you think is the happiest and puts a "smile on your dial" in Northland? Local Rawiri Love is on a mission to brighten Kaikohe with his 'Smiley Campaign'. He wants the town to be the "friendliest and smiliest place in Northland". … View more
Hi neighbours,

Which town do you think is the happiest and puts a "smile on your dial" in Northland? Local Rawiri Love is on a mission to brighten Kaikohe with his 'Smiley Campaign'. He wants the town to be the "friendliest and smiliest place in Northland". Let's hear your thoughts! To read more, click here.

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2318 days ago

Stolen Wheelchair

Glen from Central Whangarei

Please help Jasmine get her wheelchair back stolen from Kamo New Zealand.
Hey everyone in whangarei my Electric wheelchair has been stolen if anyone knows anything about message me please

2312 days ago

Home safety checklist: Fall-proofing your home when over 65...

The Team from ACC New Zealand

With cooler weather embracing the country, you may find you’re not getting out and about as much. So now is the ideal time to make sure your home is as fall-proof as possible.

The home safety checklist will give you practical tips on how to make your home safe. It covers how to avoid slips and… View more
With cooler weather embracing the country, you may find you’re not getting out and about as much. So now is the ideal time to make sure your home is as fall-proof as possible.

The home safety checklist will give you practical tips on how to make your home safe. It covers how to avoid slips and falls in the home’s most used areas. For example, paths can get icy in winter, applying salt or sand to your path can help avoid any icy slips.

Having a fall can be upsetting. Those over 65 have a one in three chance of having a fall, while those over 80 it’s one in two.

The good news is falls are preventable. A new movement called Live Stronger for Longer is helping to reduce the risk of falls by providing practical information and free resources. We want to help you stay on your feet, and living the life you want to live.

Take the home safety checklist with your friends and family and join the movement today.

Proudly brought to you by ACC, HQ&SC, MOH and your local community health providers.
Find out more

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2317 days ago

IRD Scam phone calls

Byron from Hikurangi Coastal

Last Monday my wife received a phone call from a man claiming to be from IRD.

When she answered the ring, there was a pause and possibly a click, then a man informing her that "she was of interest to the IRD and would be receiving a summons and have to appear in court"  He then gave her… View more
Last Monday my wife received a phone call from a man claiming to be from IRD.

When she answered the ring, there was a pause and possibly a click, then a man informing her that "she was of interest to the IRD and would be receiving a summons and have to appear in court"  He then gave her a number to ring, should she want to discuss the matter.

She knew it was a hoax or scam, so rang IRD (via the phone book). She navigated the question/answer 'Phone Tree' for a while, until it gave up and produced a real live woman. She explained her problem and was told it's been going on for a couple of weeks.

To the suggestion that IRD should make a statement on TV or 'Social Media', the woman said that's a good idea and she would pass it on.

So, while we wait, this is my attempt. And, of course, as you all know: DON'T RING THE NUMBER GIVEN.

Do you think the purpose of the scam is to give you the run around on a very expensive phone call?
Or do they hope to extract financial details etc, during the run around?
And if it's going well, transfer you to yet another department and introduce you to the real scam?
Then repeat as long as they think reasonable.

After all, it's a good script.
Law abiding senior citizens, will be quite unsettled by the thought of prosecution by the IRD.
And that may be just enough to get them to ring the number.

2312 days ago

The gardeners in your neighbourhood saving thousands of dollars

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

They don't have to buy much fruit and vege as they grow their own. Here's how they do it.

2329 days ago

Ready for Mothers Day

Palmers Whangarei

We are all ready for Mothers Day.
Come in and get you're mum that special gift this Mothers Day.
We have a great range of giftware to choose from.

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