Kensington, Whangarei

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Check out what your neighbours are selling (or giving away!) here.

1239 days ago

Nominate your Nice Neighbour and win!

Neighbourly.co.nz

We've had hundreds of community hero shout outs on our Nice Neighbour page, with some even featuring in Stuff's local community papers. It's easy for you to chime in to those raving reviews, all you've got to do is nominate your community champion and be in with a chance to win … View moreWe've had hundreds of community hero shout outs on our Nice Neighbour page, with some even featuring in Stuff's local community papers. It's easy for you to chime in to those raving reviews, all you've got to do is nominate your community champion and be in with a chance to win a Prezzy® Card. Have a think and get nominating now! Nominate now!

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1241 days ago

Are you struggling to buy your first home?

Denise Piper Reporter from Whangārei Leader

Hi neighbours, I'm looking for people who would like to talk about the difficulties of buying a house in Whangārei, to run with a story about the lack of properties for sale in the region. Know anyone who fits this bill? Please send details to me through PM email denise.piper@stuff.co.nz - … View moreHi neighbours, I'm looking for people who would like to talk about the difficulties of buying a house in Whangārei, to run with a story about the lack of properties for sale in the region. Know anyone who fits this bill? Please send details to me through PM email denise.piper@stuff.co.nz - ngā mihi

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1241 days ago

OPEN Day - The Grooming Lounge

Alison Neighbourly Lead from Kamo

To celebrate our new upgraded outdoor area in our daycare area for our furry friends, we are hosting an open day for everyone to pop in and have a look around! No appointments necessary just pop in 7th of August between 10am and 1pm!
Access is available to the whole facility so you can also take a … View more
To celebrate our new upgraded outdoor area in our daycare area for our furry friends, we are hosting an open day for everyone to pop in and have a look around! No appointments necessary just pop in 7th of August between 10am and 1pm!
Access is available to the whole facility so you can also take a look at our Grooming Salon as well as our shopping Boutique!
We are located at 44 Kaka Street, Morningside. Look out for the pink flag!
Come and say, HELLO.

1240 days ago

Reyburn House Art Gallery - Supporting the Arts in the Neighbourhood

Kristi Neighbourly Lead from Tikipunga

We attended the Calendar exhibition opening and winner announcement on Tuesday 3rd August 2021, 5.00pm at Reyburn House Gallery in Whangarei.

The Overall Winner of the Calendar Competition was Lori Dods with "Pataua Bay South" - Acrylic

Check out the Facebook page: www.facebook.com...

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We attended the Calendar exhibition opening and winner announcement on Tuesday 3rd August 2021, 5.00pm at Reyburn House Gallery in Whangarei.

The Overall Winner of the Calendar Competition was Lori Dods with "Pataua Bay South" - Acrylic

Check out the Facebook page: www.facebook.com...

Website: www.reyburnhouse.co.nz...

Just call into Reyburn Art Gallery to check out the rest of the winners and all the other entries that are on display in our annual Calendar Competition Exhibition (on for 4 weeks).

Monday: CLOSED
Tuesday: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

1240 days ago

Sign up for Walking Stars Auckland | 13 November 2021

The Team from Cancer Society Auckland

Join Walking Stars and be part of Auckland’s brightest night walk!
Walking Stars is a night-time half marathon and 12km walk through the streets of central Auckland. This is a fun, vibrant event that raises vital funds to support local people living with cancer.
Sign up now to experience … View more
Join Walking Stars and be part of Auckland’s brightest night walk!
Walking Stars is a night-time half marathon and 12km walk through the streets of central Auckland. This is a fun, vibrant event that raises vital funds to support local people living with cancer.
Sign up now to experience this one-of-a-kind event.
Sign up now

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1243 days ago

New Water Treatment Plant opens at Whau Valley

The Team from Whangarei District Council

The new, $30 million Whau Valley Water Treatment Plan is officially open and the dam is 100% FULL.

This fantastic new high-capacity asset takes rain water from the Whau Valley Dam and the Hātea River, and processes it to be safe to come out of the tap. The massive project has involved decades of… View more
The new, $30 million Whau Valley Water Treatment Plan is officially open and the dam is 100% FULL.

This fantastic new high-capacity asset takes rain water from the Whau Valley Dam and the Hātea River, and processes it to be safe to come out of the tap. The massive project has involved decades of planning and took more than 1 year to build. Here are some highlights from the opening and a quick look inside: youtu.be...

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1247 days ago

Manu Cemetary

Ross from Kensington

just now want to have a vent, just today realised that a ceramic figure that has been sitting atop my Mother in law's headstone plinth for nearly two years has been removed/ pinched/ liberated from it's pride of place, seriously, is there nothing sacred from folk who cannot keep their … View morejust now want to have a vent, just today realised that a ceramic figure that has been sitting atop my Mother in law's headstone plinth for nearly two years has been removed/ pinched/ liberated from it's pride of place, seriously, is there nothing sacred from folk who cannot keep their hands in their pockets.

1241 days ago

We Say/You Say: The Great Outdoors

Reporter Whangārei Leader

Hi Whangārei,

What's the best walk or hike where you live?

Stuff Travel has released its top five hikes in the Northland region out of more than 100 to choose from.

The array of walks, which vary in length and terrain difficulty, take you through unspoiled beaches, and rich native … View more
Hi Whangārei,

What's the best walk or hike where you live?

Stuff Travel has released its top five hikes in the Northland region out of more than 100 to choose from.

The array of walks, which vary in length and terrain difficulty, take you through unspoiled beaches, and rich native forests.

In the article linked below, Lorna Thornber names Te Paki Coastal Trail, Mt Manaia Track, Cape Brett Track, and Te Whara Track as the places to visit.

What are your top walks and hikes? Let us know below and don't forget to type NFP if you don't want your comment featured in the Whangārei Leader.

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1241 days ago

Keep safe when digging around electricity!

Northpower

First thing you should do before digging is find out where Northpower’s electricity and communications cables are.

Be sure to visit www.beforeudig.co.nz to request plans at least two working days before you begin work. They will then email you the free reference maps that indicate the … View more
First thing you should do before digging is find out where Northpower’s electricity and communications cables are.

Be sure to visit www.beforeudig.co.nz to request plans at least two working days before you begin work. They will then email you the free reference maps that indicate the approximate location of underground cables.

You can then use the beforeUdig sequence number provided to order a free cable locate service from Northpower.
Learn more

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1243 days ago

Meet our Houseplant Hero 2021!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours,

Please meet Alyce Read of Nelson, who uses her houseplant collection to connect with others and help them overcome mental health challenges. "You wouldn’t take a plant and put it in a dark corner and fail to water it and expect it to thrive. So we should look at ourselves … View more
Dear neighbours,

Please meet Alyce Read of Nelson, who uses her houseplant collection to connect with others and help them overcome mental health challenges. "You wouldn’t take a plant and put it in a dark corner and fail to water it and expect it to thrive. So we should look at ourselves that way," she says. "If we are not thriving in the way that we would wish, it might not be any fault of ours, it might be the conditions that we are under."

1243 days ago

Random Acts of Kindness – August 1st to 31st 💐

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

All it takes is a kind gesture to change someone’s day. From giving flowers to a neighbour ‘just because’ to paying it forward in line at a cafe - this month we’re encouraging our members and supporters to make New Zealand a better place one random act of kindness at a time.

The options … View more
All it takes is a kind gesture to change someone’s day. From giving flowers to a neighbour ‘just because’ to paying it forward in line at a cafe - this month we’re encouraging our members and supporters to make New Zealand a better place one random act of kindness at a time.

The options for doing so are endless! Being kind doesn’t have to cost a thing, after all a smile is free. For those who want to go the extra mile, here’s some other ideas: take a gift over to new neighbours and introduce yourself, build a free community library for your street, buy extra kai at the grocery store to donate to a food bank, bring treats into work for colleagues, send an encouraging text to someone who needs it, let a car into the traffic ahead of you, write positive messages in chalk on sidewalks around your neighbourhood, or surprise loved ones with a visit.

Want to share your thoughts? Let us know how you’re spreading kindness this month by tagging us in your social media posts or emailing us your photos, videos, or experiences to:

info@neighbourhoodsupport.co.nz

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1243 days ago

Looking for an apprentice?

Competenz

Advertise your entry-level and apprentice roles with Competenz through our online job board, we have pre-qualified and motivated jobseekers ready to match with your organisation.
Find your next apprentice with Competenz!

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1244 days ago

Improve your digital literacy today!

The Team from Digital Boost

Are you a small business owner looking to make better use of the online space?

Digital Boost is a free online learning platform packed with 3-5 minute educational videos on topics like:
- Websites
- Digital marketing/social media
- Online tools
- Digital accounting
- Business insights, … View more
Are you a small business owner looking to make better use of the online space?

Digital Boost is a free online learning platform packed with 3-5 minute educational videos on topics like:
- Websites
- Digital marketing/social media
- Online tools
- Digital accounting
- Business insights, feedback and reporting
- Future technologies

Plus, pick up tips and tricks from our interviews with other small business owners across the nation.

The future is digital and we want your business to be part of it.
Sign up today

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1245 days ago

Day Tours from Whangarei by Luxury Coach.

Mark from Central Whangarei

23 Aug, Waipoua forest/Hokianga Harbour. $70pp.
24 Aug, Kerikeri/Paihia. $65pp
Call Reid Tours 0800 123 914

Negotiable

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1245 days ago

Find out more about volunteering for Victim Support

Victim Support

What does 2021 hold in store for you? How about volunteering with Victim Support? We’re recruiting new volunteers in your neighbourhood.

Volunteer Support Workers come from all walks of life, just like those who need our help. They make an incredible difference by providing support and … View more
What does 2021 hold in store for you? How about volunteering with Victim Support? We’re recruiting new volunteers in your neighbourhood.

Volunteer Support Workers come from all walks of life, just like those who need our help. They make an incredible difference by providing support and information for people affected by crime and trauma. Volunteers receive comprehensive training and support from our locally based staff.

Come and meet some of our Northland team to find out what it’s all about!

Our next Volunteering Open Day is coming up on Tuesday 3 August.

Follow the link to register or find out more.
Find out more

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