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Sometimes we get caught up in the Christmas rush, and don’t take time to think about people who may be experiencing a much quieter holiday season. Contact with older people can help families to connect with what Christmas is really about, and it’s a great time to explore memories and think … View moreSometimes we get caught up in the Christmas rush, and don’t take time to think about people who may be experiencing a much quieter holiday season. Contact with older people can help families to connect with what Christmas is really about, and it’s a great time to explore memories and think about traditions.
Age Concern New Zealand will posting 5 tips leading up to Christmas on how you can connect this Holiday Season.
3. Ring your older family members and friends to wish them happy holidays. Something as simple as a phone call can have positive benefits that go both ways. Connection with older people can help families to connect with what Christmas is really about.
Whangarei Police remain very concerned for the safety of Kevin Charles Stewart, and are asking coastal residents and property owners to check around them for anything unusual.
The 55-year-old left a cabin he lives in near central Whangarei some time during the night of December 7/8.
He has … View moreWhangarei Police remain very concerned for the safety of Kevin Charles Stewart, and are asking coastal residents and property owners to check around them for anything unusual.
The 55-year-old left a cabin he lives in near central Whangarei some time during the night of December 7/8.
He has not made contact with friends or family since he was last seen late in the evening on December 7.
Mr Stewart is of slim build and approximately 169cm tall, with grey hair and brown eyes.
He may have made his way to east coast beaches near Whangarei, so Police ask property and bach owners to please check your dwellings and shed or garages for any unusual signs or activity.
If you live in coastal settlements near Whangarei, please also check any neighbouring empty properties.
Anyone who has seen Mr Stewart or has any information that may help Police find him, is asked to contact Senior Sergeant Steve Dickson on (09) 430 4542.
Urgent information can be phoned in to 111.
Are you a registered plumber, gasfitter or drainlayer?
Registration are now open for the premier event for the plumbing, gasfitting and drainlaying trades in New Zealand. View the latest innovations, technologies and products at the three-day Trade Show, be inspired by expert business speakers … View moreAre you a registered plumber, gasfitter or drainlayer?
Registration are now open for the premier event for the plumbing, gasfitting and drainlaying trades in New Zealand. View the latest innovations, technologies and products at the three-day Trade Show, be inspired by expert business speakers and take home new knowledge from technical workshops.
Evening social events provide an ideal opportunity to network with colleagues, fellow tradespeople, suppliers and manufacturers.
Register here: forumpoint2.eventsair.com...
We all know a neighbour who goes above and beyond, are the glue of our street or community and who really make a difference in our lives. Neighbours Day Aotearoa wants to celebrate those people, so we are introducing the NEIGHBOURHOOD CHAMPIONS. Each month we will be sending a wee gift of thanks to… View moreWe all know a neighbour who goes above and beyond, are the glue of our street or community and who really make a difference in our lives. Neighbours Day Aotearoa wants to celebrate those people, so we are introducing the NEIGHBOURHOOD CHAMPIONS. Each month we will be sending a wee gift of thanks to the neighbourhood champion of the month. How does it work? You can nominate a champion in your neighbourhood by emailing kiaora@neighboursday.org.nz with the story, a picture if you have one, and your neighbourhood champion's contact number or address if you have it so we can get in touch with the if they win. We will post the story and the picture on our facebook page. The story that gets the most likes that month wins the gift of thanks. Our first gift is this beautiful Pohutukawa Pendant from Paul Harris Art and Design .... perfect summer gift, and a perfect gift of thanks.
#christmasletterbox All hand-made including Santa Claus. Materials are mostly recycled stuff and the rest is the left-over craft material at hand so no new material was bought for this. I wish everybody a happy and safe holiday season.
Bringing Christmas cheer to Whangarei, for the 10th year the Cancer Society will be gift-wrapping presents for a donation.
At the Strand - Old Whitcoull’s entrance 16th -24th Dec from 10 am
Proudly sponsored by the Strand
Free Holiday Programme
Register NOW and book in a free week for your child/ren at the Northland Hip Hop Dance Holiday programme run from the Whangarei Intermediate School Hall. A week full of sports, arts and crafts, hip hop dance, and trips to Whangarei Aquatic Centre.
One Week Everything … View moreFree Holiday Programme
Register NOW and book in a free week for your child/ren at the Northland Hip Hop Dance Holiday programme run from the Whangarei Intermediate School Hall. A week full of sports, arts and crafts, hip hop dance, and trips to Whangarei Aquatic Centre.
One Week Everything FREE
Week 1: December 19 - 23
Week 2: January 9 - 13
Week 3: January 16 - 20
Week 4: January 23 – 27
Week 5: January 31 – February 3
For children aged between 8 and 14 years. To register call 4596909 and leave your details, contact number and the week you would like to register your children for or northhiphopdance@gmail.com, they will confirm your registration.
Proudly supported by the Ministry of Social Development.
Your local The Warehouse store is running Wrap It with Goodness. This is where Christmas gifts purchased from The Warehouse can be beautifully wrapped in return for a gold coin donation. All the monies raised will be given back to local community groups.
The Summer Safe Carpark Community Safety Programme kicked off on 3 December. Volulnteers will patrol various carparks during weekends and upcoming public holidays! THANK YOU for your valuable contribution in making Whangarei a safer district. Read more about the programme at the link below.
What is your favourite Christmas treat? Mint sauce, scorched almonds, salted peanuts, picked onions? FreshChoice Supermarkets are encouraging customers to give non-perishable food items to their local community through the Give Local in store. So when you are putting your fav into the trolley add… View moreWhat is your favourite Christmas treat? Mint sauce, scorched almonds, salted peanuts, picked onions? FreshChoice Supermarkets are encouraging customers to give non-perishable food items to their local community through the Give Local in store. So when you are putting your fav into the trolley add a second one for the donation trolley. An easy way to give locally this Christmas.
If you haven’t already made contact with your neighbour, the holiday season is a perfect opportunity to break the ice.
Sometimes we get caught up in the Christmas rush, and don’t take time to think about people who may be experiencing a much quieter holiday season. Contact with older people… View moreIf you haven’t already made contact with your neighbour, the holiday season is a perfect opportunity to break the ice.
Sometimes we get caught up in the Christmas rush, and don’t take time to think about people who may be experiencing a much quieter holiday season. Contact with older people can help families to connect with what Christmas is really about, and it’s a great time to explore memories and think about traditions.
We will posting 5 tips leading up to Christmas on how you can connect with your older neighbours this Holiday Season.
2. Pop over with a hand-made card from a child
A little note to say Happy Holidays can make the world of difference to an older neighbour. Have your son or daughter make up a card or get your crafty hat on and make one yourself. It’s a great excuse to pop over and have a nice chat.
I promised my hubby he could have the space back in his gge so out go the boxes of kids clothes, books, outgrown toys and unused items. Fill a shopping bag with clothes for $5.
We can do that for you! We cook an extensive range of delicious freezer meals every Tuesday and 2 gourmet dinner options PLUS dessert every Wednesday. We also do lunchbox fillers for your little ones, catering, sweet treats and much more!
Everything is prepared in a Grade A certified kitchen. … View moreWe can do that for you! We cook an extensive range of delicious freezer meals every Tuesday and 2 gourmet dinner options PLUS dessert every Wednesday. We also do lunchbox fillers for your little ones, catering, sweet treats and much more!
Everything is prepared in a Grade A certified kitchen. Prices are very reasonable; most meals are $16 and are very generous (1 can even sometimes feed 2 people) and this includes delivery within Whangarei and surrounding suburbs. We offer a buy 9 get 1 free loyalty system.
We have been operating since February this year and have had heaps of positive feedback! Check out our facebook page to see for yourself at www.facebook.com...
Our website will be live soon but for now, if you would like a menu, any info or to be added to our mailing list give me a call on 02102571629 or email me at feedme@keenkitchen.nz
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Te Matau a Pohe bridge will be closed tonight (9 December) from 7pm to 6am Saturday morning to all boats over 6.5m height during these times. This is for routine internal inspection of the lifting bridge beams.
We recommend that skippers intending on using their boats tonight, plan to leave … View moreTe Matau a Pohe bridge will be closed tonight (9 December) from 7pm to 6am Saturday morning to all boats over 6.5m height during these times. This is for routine internal inspection of the lifting bridge beams.
We recommend that skippers intending on using their boats tonight, plan to leave before or after these times and book an opening time with Bridge Control.
The contacts for Bridge Control are: VHF Channel 18, mobile +64 (0)21 401 752 or Landline +64 (0)9 438 7261.
Are your related , or have knowledge on any of the WW1 soldiers
who are honoured on Memorial Drive in Whangarei Boys' High School?
Check out the names in the photo - Do you recognise anyone and can you help?
New plaques and interactive information is planned for the tree lined drive … View moreAre your related , or have knowledge on any of the WW1 soldiers
who are honoured on Memorial Drive in Whangarei Boys' High School?
Check out the names in the photo - Do you recognise anyone and can you help?
New plaques and interactive information is planned for the tree lined drive and teacher Josh Clark and student Zac Miller-Waugh would love to hear from you.
In 1934, 30 pohutukawa trees were planted to represent the fallen soldiers along the drive.
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