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.

2849 days ago

Wanted and On line business owner

Annette Lambly-Robinson Reporter from Whangārei Leader

Do you run a full time business on a digital basis. Would you be keen to talk to a reporter about how the updating to ultra-fast broadband would affect the way you run your business. If so please let us know thru this site or call us on 09 407 4052.
Remember please we will be out and about… View more
Do you run a full time business on a digital basis. Would you be keen to talk to a reporter about how the updating to ultra-fast broadband would affect the way you run your business. If so please let us know thru this site or call us on 09 407 4052.
Remember please we will be out and about but wont be in the office over the long weekend..

2846 days ago

Nominate your neighbourhood champion

The Team from Neighbours Aotearoa

Do you have a neighbour who is seriously awesome, the glue and connector of your neighbourhood, and the person at the centre of your community, or who is just a really good sort! Nominate them to be our Neighbourhood Champion and they can go in the running to win an Orania Natural Skincare … View moreDo you have a neighbour who is seriously awesome, the glue and connector of your neighbourhood, and the person at the centre of your community, or who is just a really good sort! Nominate them to be our Neighbourhood Champion and they can go in the running to win an Orania Natural Skincare package as a lovely 'Thank you!'

Image
2847 days ago

Neighbourly New Year Tip #11 - Meet a new neighbour

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

This one is pretty simple. You're a Neighbourly member so connecting with your community is obviously pretty important to you. So this tip is more of a challenge; this year (or this weekend!) make it your mission to meet someone new living near you.

Here's a few things you can do to … View more
This one is pretty simple. You're a Neighbourly member so connecting with your community is obviously pretty important to you. So this tip is more of a challenge; this year (or this weekend!) make it your mission to meet someone new living near you.

Here's a few things you can do to get you started:
- use the Neighbours Directory to find neighbours on your street.
- introduce yourself on Neighbourly to those living in your neighbourhood. Just a few words about yourself and what brought you here.
- Give something away or sell something! A Neighbourly exchange gives you a chance to meet someone new.
- just head out the door and knock on someone else's!
______
Remember 86% of Kiwis want to get to know their neighbours better, but just don't see them around much (71%). Take the first step!

Image
2850 days ago

Poll: School holiday poll

Annette Lambly-Robinson Reporter from Whangārei Leader

There has been some talk recently which moots changing our official summer holidays period and in particular the school holidays. Some are saying the unsettled weather over December and early January is almost the norm nowadays , with the weather we expect in summer not really kicking in until … View moreThere has been some talk recently which moots changing our official summer holidays period and in particular the school holidays. Some are saying the unsettled weather over December and early January is almost the norm nowadays , with the weather we expect in summer not really kicking in until February and March. There are several ways of doing this which would still allow the normal Christmas and New Year stat days being observed, but the lengthy 3-5 week break would be delayed most likely to mid February to mid March. What are your thoughts? I

School holiday poll
  • 10.8% Move the holidays but keep stats days
    10.8% Complete
  • 59.5% Don' t move the holidays
    59.5% Complete
  • 2.7% Move the holidays
    2.7% Complete
  • 5.4% Which months? Mid Jan to mid Feb
    5.4% Complete
  • 16.2% End of Jan to End of Feb
    16.2% Complete
  • 5.4% Mid Feb to end Mid March
    5.4% Complete
37 votes
2850 days ago

Join us at the Chilltech Beach 2 Basin!

Chill Technology Ltd

The Chilltech Beach 2 Basin is coming up on March 12 - this fun run/ walk event has grown hugely in popularity since 1978, with last year over 2000 people participating.

We will be sponsoring the event again this year with a Daikin Heat Pump up for grabs as a spot prize - Check out the link … View more
The Chilltech Beach 2 Basin is coming up on March 12 - this fun run/ walk event has grown hugely in popularity since 1978, with last year over 2000 people participating.

We will be sponsoring the event again this year with a Daikin Heat Pump up for grabs as a spot prize - Check out the link below for more info, and we look forward to seeing you there!

Image
2850 days ago

Neighbourly New Year Tip #10 - Save posts

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Have you spotted a post on Neighbourly you want to refer back to later? It's easy to save posts such as a recommendation for a good plumber or restaurant, something you're thinking of buying or a poll you'd like to track.

Here's how to save and find posts:
1) Simply click on… View more
Have you spotted a post on Neighbourly you want to refer back to later? It's easy to save posts such as a recommendation for a good plumber or restaurant, something you're thinking of buying or a poll you'd like to track.

Here's how to save and find posts:
1) Simply click on the SAVE button at the bottom right of a post you want to locate later. The button will change to 'Saved!'

2) To find the post, click on My Posts in the top green navigation bar (on desktop) and click on the All Posts dropdown menu. You'll see the option 'Saved Posts'

3) When you no longer need a record of the post, just click on the Saved button and it will disappear from your Saved list.
Read more

Image
2852 days ago

Happy Chinese New Year!

Coco from Kamo

Which year do you belong to?😉

Image
2851 days ago

Lots on this weekend!

Whangarei District Council

ArtBeat, Medieval Madness, Northland Youth Theatre's Te Waiora, Nitro Circus, veteran car displays... What are you doing this long weekend?

2851 days ago

Become a recycling volunteer at Waitangi Day

Annette Lambly-Robinson Reporter from Whangārei Leader

Are you keen to do your bit towards keeping New Zealand litter and pollution free?

If want to do something positive for the environment and have a few hours free then why not become a recycling ambassador for the Waitangi Day celebrations.

CBEC EcoSolutions are keen to hear from anyone … View more
Are you keen to do your bit towards keeping New Zealand litter and pollution free?

If want to do something positive for the environment and have a few hours free then why not become a recycling ambassador for the Waitangi Day celebrations.

CBEC EcoSolutions are keen to hear from anyone willing to volunteer at Waitangi on February 6. The recycling ambassadors will help visitors sort their rubbish into the right bins and in doing so help send out a message of the importance of minimising waste.

Environmental educator Anouk van Douzel says EcoSolutions is aiming to make Waitangi Day a zero waste event by 2020.

Zero waste maximises recycling, reduces consumption of goods creating waste and ensures all products are made to be reused, repaired or recycled back into nature or the marketplace.

"This whole system approach includes recycling but is not limited to it," she says. "The successfulness of the day relies almost fully on the volunteers who are willing to give a few hours of their time."

Van Douzel says the group has managed to divert many tonnes of recycling and food waste from land fills over the years they have been attending the event.

Training and lunch are provided, as is transport to and from the event or fuel costs can be reimbursed if this is more suitable. Phone 09 438 8710 or 027 254 5462.

2852 days ago

Get a taste of sailing and boating

Annette Lambly-Robinson Reporter from Whangārei Leader

On Monday 30th January Whangarei Cruising Club are holding a Club Open day and inviting people of all ages and abilities to come along and get a taste of sailing and boating.
This event is a part of Volvo Sailing & Boating Week 2017, a nationwide initiative from Yachting New Zealand to … View more
On Monday 30th January Whangarei Cruising Club are holding a Club Open day and inviting people of all ages and abilities to come along and get a taste of sailing and boating.
This event is a part of Volvo Sailing & Boating Week 2017, a nationwide initiative from Yachting New Zealand to celebrate and showcase the sport.

From 10am onwards, the public is invited to a relaxed Family Fun Day out at the club’s Parua Bay facilities to kick off the sailing season. There will be a range of sailing and boating activities to try including sailing, kayaking and stand up paddle boarding.
The Volvo Sailing...Have a Go! trailer will be there so there will be a range of boats available with instructors and other sailors around to show you how it is done, or just take you for a joyride! Lifejackets will be provided. This is special opportunity to experience the thrills and excitement of Sailing!

This is suitable for all ages so take the whole family for a great chance to get out on the water and trying fun activities!

For more information email: wccinc@xtra.co.nz

Image
2853 days ago

FIrst day at school

Annette Lambly-Robinson Reporter from Whangārei Leader

Does anyone know someone who has a child starting school for the first time this year and who wouldn't mind a pic going in the paper?
We would love to take one and make their child's first day very special.
Naturally parental permission is require.

2852 days ago

Life Education Trust Campaign

The Warehouse Whangarei

The Warehouse is kicking off their fundraising campaign for Life Education Trust. Life Education run learning programmes in schools throughout New Zealand with their signature mascot Harold the Giraffe. To support the great work that Life Education Trust does in the community you can purchase a … View moreThe Warehouse is kicking off their fundraising campaign for Life Education Trust. Life Education run learning programmes in schools throughout New Zealand with their signature mascot Harold the Giraffe. To support the great work that Life Education Trust does in the community you can purchase a Scratch ‘n’ Win ticket at your local store for $2 with proceeds going back to their learning with Harold campaign.

Image
2853 days ago

Turn your home ownership dream into a reality this year!

SBS Bank

Whether you’re putting down roots for the first time, upsizing to suit a growing family, planning your dream home or looking to grow your wealth, we have the home loan for you.

Contact us on 0800 SBS BANK today or you can apply online at sbsbank.co.nz/home-loan. T&Cs apply.
Learn more

Image
2855 days ago

Fire Bricks Wanted

Susan from Parua Bay / Whangarei Heads

Hi a few fire bricks are wanted to help me complete my adobe-cob earth pizza oven - has anyone got a few even one lying around if I get enough of you with just one brick I will have plenty! :) Thanks,


Susan

Free

2853 days ago
Top