Kamo, Whangarei

Wondering about something in your neighbourhood?

Wondering about something in your neighbourhood?

Whether it's a new building going up or a strange noise you keep hearing, ask your neighbours here.

2812 days ago

Do you know where to get cheap fuel?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Do you know the cheapest place to get petrol in or around your neighbourhood? Share your tips below and help your neighbours out! Plus make sure you check to see if you're a $100 petrol voucher instant winner!

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2812 days ago

Whangarei Heads Arts Trail Easter 2017

Whangarei Heads Arts Trail

Do not miss our pre Arts Trail Exhibition at Whangarei Central Library in Rust Avenue where 10 fabulous local artists give you a small taste of what to expect at the main event at Easter.

2812 days ago

Connection between Otaika shops and Hatea Loop gets first of two murals

Annette Lambly-Robinson Reporter from Whangārei Leader

Mike Tupaea and Charles Williams - the artists behind the Otaika Shops mural - are at it again. 
The pair are working on a mural on the side of Kia Motors building on Port Rd and will also brighten up the wall directly opposite it in the coming months.
The two artworks will frame the … View more
Mike Tupaea and Charles Williams - the artists behind the Otaika Shops mural - are at it again. 
The pair are working on a mural on the side of Kia Motors building on Port Rd and will also brighten up the wall directly opposite it in the coming months.
The two artworks will frame the 'pocket...

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2812 days ago

Whangarei triathletes perform well at back to back tri competitions

Annette Lambly-Robinson Reporter from Whangārei Leader

Whangarei boys' and girls' high schools completed a clean sweep in the Northland Secondary Schools Triathlon individual senior and intermediate titles.
Kurt Coetzee and Portia Olney-Kemp won the under 19 divisions and Lucas Thompson and Alysha Donavan won the under 16 divisions.
In … View more
Whangarei boys' and girls' high schools completed a clean sweep in the Northland Secondary Schools Triathlon individual senior and intermediate titles.
Kurt Coetzee and Portia Olney-Kemp won the under 19 divisions and Lucas Thompson and Alysha Donavan won the under 16 divisions.
In the junior ...

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2812 days ago

Whananaki playgroup turn 'dream into reality' with playground for under 6's

Annette Lambly-Robinson Reporter from Whangārei Leader

Whananaki's youngest residents - and their parents - are excited to have a new playground suited just for them.
The playground, recently installed behind the Whananaki Hall, is age appropriate for toddlers and small children and a welcome addition to the coastal community.
There is a … View more
Whananaki's youngest residents - and their parents - are excited to have a new playground suited just for them.
The playground, recently installed behind the Whananaki Hall, is age appropriate for toddlers and small children and a welcome addition to the coastal community.
There is a playground...

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2812 days ago

Council says no to Hundertwassser review

Annette Lambly-Robinson Reporter from Whangārei Leader

A controversial call to have an independent review into Whangarei District Council's decision making processes on the Hundertwasser Art Centre failed to find favour with the majority of councillors.
Councillor Tricia Cutforth tabled the motion at last week's council meeting which also… View more
A controversial call to have an independent review into Whangarei District Council's decision making processes on the Hundertwasser Art Centre failed to find favour with the majority of councillors.
Councillor Tricia Cutforth tabled the motion at last week's council meeting which also asked for...

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2812 days ago

Elderly couple's alleged carjacker remanded without plea

Annette Lambly-Robinson Reporter from Whangārei Leader

The man who allegedly carjacked an elderly couple as they were loading groceries into their car outside a Tikipunga shopping centre was remanded on custody to allow him to apply for legal aid.
The 35-year-old appeared in the Whangarei District Court on Monday.
He was arrested on February … View more
The man who allegedly carjacked an elderly couple as they were loading groceries into their car outside a Tikipunga shopping centre was remanded on custody to allow him to apply for legal aid.
The 35-year-old appeared in the Whangarei District Court on Monday.
He was arrested on February 10 ...

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2814 days ago

Beer fridge

Alan & Hillary from Hikurangi Coastal

I have an excess beer fridge! Its old has been resealed but still wont stay closed so you get a free bungy cord as well. Not sure what size its about 1.5m high. Works real well aprt from the door wanting to keep opening which may just be adjustment. Pick up in Hikurangi

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2816 days ago

Stop/Go signs for boaties

Whangarei District Council

A new Stop/Go system, with clearer and bigger text, will make it easier for skippers on who has right of way on the water.
Read the story on the link below.

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2818 days ago

Live Entertainment this Saturday

John from Kamo

With Number 8 Wire - 7-11pm - No Cover Charge

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2814 days ago

Community Funding

Whangarei District Council

Are you planning a project or event that benefits our community?
We have grants available to help bring your project to life. Round 2 of the 2016/17 Community Fund is now open for applications from not-for-profit groups.

Applications close 7 April 2017.

Read more at the link below.

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2816 days ago

Excellent Caterers

Allison from Kamo

I recently needed a caterer, and was recommended Simple Catering Ltd. Well what a surprise, great price, great service, plenty of food and very cost effective. They are only new, been in business since Oct. 2016 If you need any catering, whatever size phone Joyce on 0272089006.

2815 days ago

Know your neighbours

The Team from Ministry of Civil Defence & Emergency Management

Neighbours' Day Aotearoa is happening on 25 & 26 March. It's a great chance to involve your neighbours in your emergency plan - work out who can help you and who might need your help. www.happens.nz...
www.neighboursday.org.nz...

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2816 days ago

Have you made plans for Mother's Day?

The Team from Jennian Homes Northland

Our annual Jennian Homes Mother’s Day Fun Run/Walk is back for 2017 – and with more than 20 locations nationwide, it is set to be bigger and better than ever!

The Jennian Homes Mother’s Day Fun Run/Walk is part of an initiative to support the Heart Foundation’s ‘Heart Foundation for … View more
Our annual Jennian Homes Mother’s Day Fun Run/Walk is back for 2017 – and with more than 20 locations nationwide, it is set to be bigger and better than ever!

The Jennian Homes Mother’s Day Fun Run/Walk is part of an initiative to support the Heart Foundation’s ‘Heart Foundation for Women’ campaign, which aims to empower women to take charge of their heart health.

We hope you will among the thousands decked out in the iconic Dick Frizzell designed red t-shirts this Mother’s Day.

Register for this year’s Mother’s Day Fun Run/Walk before 31 March to receive early bird pricing. Plus, we've got over $25,000 worth of fantastic prizes up for grabs including: Fitbit activity trackers, Stirling Sports vouchers, Canopy Camping Escapes, Fujifilm NZ Instax Cameras + more.

So, if you haven’t made plans this Mother’s Day, please join us, get your active wear and running shoes ready to walk alongside thousands of other women to promote good heart health.

Sign up to a 5km Fun Run/Walk near you to show your support! Buy tickets now.

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