Kamo, Whangarei

Neighbourly's online garage sale is today!

Neighbourly's online garage sale is today!

Check out the goodies on offer here. Or...it's not too late to list your own items for sale!

2836 days ago

Don't forget to come to the O.T.P. Art Exhibition

Oliver Neighbourly Lead from One Tree Point

Before you head off to the beach for Christmas, please don't forget to pencil in the O.T.P. Art Exhibition at the Yacht Club in One Tree Point for the Anniversary Weekend at the end of January.
View the event here:
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Have a great Christmas, stay safe and celebrate … View more
Before you head off to the beach for Christmas, please don't forget to pencil in the O.T.P. Art Exhibition at the Yacht Club in One Tree Point for the Anniversary Weekend at the end of January.
View the event here:
www.neighbourly.co.nz...
Have a great Christmas, stay safe and celebrate responsibly.

2808 days ago

A Neighbourly New Year Tip #5 - Keep it private

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Did you know you have a Neighbourly inbox? If you'd like to contact a neighbour on Neighbourly directly, you can send them a private message. This is a great way to send confidential information (such as your mobile number or email) or to have conversations you'd like to keep away from … View moreDid you know you have a Neighbourly inbox? If you'd like to contact a neighbour on Neighbourly directly, you can send them a private message. This is a great way to send confidential information (such as your mobile number or email) or to have conversations you'd like to keep away from your Neighbourly noticeboard. It's also a great way to directly contact local organisations, businesses or media!
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How to send a private message:
* Locate the neighbour you wish to send a message to in your Neighbours Directory or on your noticeboard and click their name to visit their profile
* Click the MESSAGE button below your neighbour's profile picture
* Enter a subject and message and click send!
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2809 days ago

$ave the GST - last chance!

Resene

There's no better time to be decorating than summer - but you need to be quick! The Resene save the GST sale is in its final days*! You'll save 15% on Resene premium paints, stains, primers, sealers, wallpaper, decorating accessories and cleaning products at your local Resene ColorShop or… View moreThere's no better time to be decorating than summer - but you need to be quick! The Resene save the GST sale is in its final days*! You'll save 15% on Resene premium paints, stains, primers, sealers, wallpaper, decorating accessories and cleaning products at your local Resene ColorShop or participating reseller. Plus if you have a Resene ColorShop Card or Resene DIY Card, you can enjoy extra savings on a range of products!

*Offer runs until 31 January 2017.
Learn more

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2809 days ago

Voices of Sacred Earth Festival - March 2017

Shannon from Parua Bay / Whangarei Heads

The Voices of Sacred Earth Festival is a child friendly, drug and alcohol free eco-festival focusing on indigenous cultures, Earth wisdom, sacred ceremony, well-being and social change. With more than 100 inspiring transformational workshops, performances, indigenous world music, healing … View moreThe Voices of Sacred Earth Festival is a child friendly, drug and alcohol free eco-festival focusing on indigenous cultures, Earth wisdom, sacred ceremony, well-being and social change. With more than 100 inspiring transformational workshops, performances, indigenous world music, healing ceremonies and ancient earth based traditions, from local and international indigenous leaders, wisdom keepers, visionaries, inspirational speakers, healers, practitioner’s, gardeners, artists and musicians (including me). Lots of stalls and yummy food!
*** EARLYBIRD TICKETS ARE STILL AVAILABLE. GET YOURS HERE: www.eventbrite.com...

Kawai Purapura, Albany:
Friday, 24 March 2017 from 4:30 pm to Sunday, 26 March 2017, 6:00 pm

2809 days ago

Rubbish collections

Whangarei District Council

Reminder that extra collections for coastal communities continues until 4 February.
You can also read more on our Rubbish Collection page on our website.
Did you notice our little tin-man is in his summer gear?!

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2811 days ago

A gathering of the clans

Annette Lambly-Robinson Reporter from Whangārei Leader

Popular annual event was well attended.
Did you go?
If not, would you have gone if you had known about it?
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2809 days ago

Neighbourly New Year Tip #4 - Join a Group

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Unite with fellow booklovers, find other fitness fanatics or swap garden goodies!

Neighbourly Groups are a great way to connect with like-minded people who live nearby. Take a look at Groups already set up by your neighbours - or have a go at setting up your own. Some of the most popular Groups … View more
Unite with fellow booklovers, find other fitness fanatics or swap garden goodies!

Neighbourly Groups are a great way to connect with like-minded people who live nearby. Take a look at Groups already set up by your neighbours - or have a go at setting up your own. Some of the most popular Groups around New Zealand include gardening, running, babysitter networking, private street groups and puppy playgroups.
Browse Groups

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2810 days ago

School uniforms

Reporter Whangārei Leader

A recent survey indicates 88 per cent of Kiwi families are experiencing financial stress caused by having to buy school uniforms.
How does buying school uniforms affect your family? Do you think they are too expensive?
We are looking for a family to profile for a story on the issue. If you are … View more
A recent survey indicates 88 per cent of Kiwi families are experiencing financial stress caused by having to buy school uniforms.
How does buying school uniforms affect your family? Do you think they are too expensive?
We are looking for a family to profile for a story on the issue. If you are happy to share your story (including having your photo taken) please email danica.maclean@fairfaxmedia.co.nz
Comments made on this post may used in print unless stated NFP (not for print).

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2810 days ago

Neighbourly New Year Tip #3 - Find your filters

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Filters allow you to manage what you see on your Neighbourly noticeboard. Perhaps you want to hide Buy & Sell messages - or maybe that's all you want to see! You'll find four filters at the top of your noticeboard: Recommendations, Buy & Sell, Events and Business. You can toggle … View moreFilters allow you to manage what you see on your Neighbourly noticeboard. Perhaps you want to hide Buy & Sell messages - or maybe that's all you want to see! You'll find four filters at the top of your noticeboard: Recommendations, Buy & Sell, Events and Business. You can toggle these on and off to customise your Neighbourly experience.

While you're there - have a play with the 'Sort' filter. This is a drop down menu allowing you to switch between newest posts and newest activity (replies).

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2811 days ago

Want to win tickets to the B10s in Brisbane?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Catch the superstars of Australian and New Zealand rugby along with international heavyweights Toulon, the Blue Bulls, Samoa and the Panasonic Wild Knights as they go head-to-head in a thrilling, high-stakes, ten-a-side knockout tournament.

Be in to win a trip for you and 3 mates to the first … View more
Catch the superstars of Australian and New Zealand rugby along with international heavyweights Toulon, the Blue Bulls, Samoa and the Panasonic Wild Knights as they go head-to-head in a thrilling, high-stakes, ten-a-side knockout tournament.

Be in to win a trip for you and 3 mates to the first ever Brisbane 10’s. See all of your favourite Super Rugby players in one exhilarating competition!

The prize package includes flights, accommodation and 4 platinum section tickets to the Brisbane 10’s on February 11 and 12.

Held annually at Suncorp Stadium the Brisbane Global Tens will showcase rugby at its action-packed best, offering a fresh and compelling take on the game, with a format that will combine the space and speed of Sevens rugby with the trademark physicality, athleticism and tactical element of the traditional fifteen-a-side game.

For your chance to win simply like or thank this post before Friday 27 January and you're in the draw!
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Conditions: prize not transferable. Valid for prize as is and no cash equivalent. NZ residents/citizens only and 18+.

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2811 days ago

What's on - NYT summer season

Whangarei District Council

Te Waiora - From the mountains to the sea
In Whangarei 27th and 28th January. See the images for more or go to nyt.org.nz.


Northland Youth Theatre receives support via Council's community funding scheme.

2811 days ago

Neighbourly Tip #2 - Those three little dots...

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Have you noticed those three little dots under Neighbourly posts and replies? Have you ever clicked them?

Those three dots bring up a special menu allowing you to hide a post you don't want to see anymore, unfollow a discussion you've taken part in and to report a message for the … View more
Have you noticed those three little dots under Neighbourly posts and replies? Have you ever clicked them?

Those three dots bring up a special menu allowing you to hide a post you don't want to see anymore, unfollow a discussion you've taken part in and to report a message for the Neighbourly team to review.

Under your own posts, those three little dots give you a different menu. You'll be able to edit your post, delete it or disable replies.

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2812 days ago

Avanti kids bikes up for grabs!

FreshChoice New Zealand

We are giving away two 20 inch Avanti kids bikes and helmets with FreshChoice Win a Bike. Win one for your child, nephew or grandchild, by entering online. Competition runs from now until 29th January 2017. More bikes to win at all FreshChoice supermarkets so pop into your local FreshChoice to be … View moreWe are giving away two 20 inch Avanti kids bikes and helmets with FreshChoice Win a Bike. Win one for your child, nephew or grandchild, by entering online. Competition runs from now until 29th January 2017. More bikes to win at all FreshChoice supermarkets so pop into your local FreshChoice to be into win. Enter now! Learn more

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2812 days ago

Northland man shot in head

Annette Lambly-Robinson Reporter from Whangārei Leader

A man understood to have a gunshot wound to the head has been rushed to Auckland City Hospital.

A St John spokeswoman said the man was treated at Waipu Medical Centre in Northland before being taken by helicopter to hospital.

The spokeswoman couldn't confirm the exact nature of the … View more
A man understood to have a gunshot wound to the head has been rushed to Auckland City Hospital.

A St John spokeswoman said the man was treated at Waipu Medical Centre in Northland before being taken by helicopter to hospital.

The spokeswoman couldn't confirm the exact nature of the man's injuries but said he was in a moderate condition.

Inspector Al Symonds says it does not appear to be a criminal occurrence and police are not looking for anyone in regards to the incident.

2812 days ago

Shane Reti in tune with his family

Annette Lambly-Robinson Reporter from Whangārei Leader

Seems our local MP and his family are very musical. Nice to see the lovley interaction.
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