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The Northland Regional Council is having to bring forward its free bus trips in celebration of World Carfree Day because Northland's buses don't run on Sunday. Do you think they should? Please take part in this poll and leave comments below (put NFP if your comments are not for … View moreThe Northland Regional Council is having to bring forward its free bus trips in celebration of World Carfree Day because Northland's buses don't run on Sunday. Do you think they should? Please take part in this poll and leave comments below (put NFP if your comments are not for publication).
Mindful colouring has been proven to help reduce stress and anxiety and induce a meditative-like state in adults too.
Help scribble your worries away with this free community-inspired colouring sheet to give your brain a creative boost.
#NSNZmentalhealth
Our gardens are getting smaller, so NZ Gardener wants to come up with some suggestions for edible crops that do well in pots and small spaces! Suggest the crops that have done well for you (ideally specify a variety) and tell other keen gardeners how you grew them, how they performed for you, and … View moreOur gardens are getting smaller, so NZ Gardener wants to come up with some suggestions for edible crops that do well in pots and small spaces! Suggest the crops that have done well for you (ideally specify a variety) and tell other keen gardeners how you grew them, how they performed for you, and any practical advice you would pass on to ensure a great result with that crop, and any secret tips you are prepared to pass on! If your tip is used in the magazine, you'll receive a free copy... And of course the glory of being in New Zealand's favourite gardening magazine! Click on this link to send us your best tip!
Sad news - four whales have died after becoming stranded along Ruakākā beach.
The rest of the pod has been seen about 1km offshore, heading towards Langs Beach.
Residents living along the coast have been asked to keep an eye on the whales during the day and contact the Project Jonah hotline, … View moreSad news - four whales have died after becoming stranded along Ruakākā beach.
The rest of the pod has been seen about 1km offshore, heading towards Langs Beach.
Residents living along the coast have been asked to keep an eye on the whales during the day and contact the Project Jonah hotline, 0800 494253, if you see any.
To read more, click here.
Ratepayers disagree on many things but most agree Whangarei needs positive leadership.
Many millions of dollars of investment capital have been lost to other districts because the District Council is difficult to deal with. That means lost jobs and lost income for local families.
That's… View moreRatepayers disagree on many things but most agree Whangarei needs positive leadership.
Many millions of dollars of investment capital have been lost to other districts because the District Council is difficult to deal with. That means lost jobs and lost income for local families.
That's why we are supporting candidates who commit to changing the Council's culture to one that asks, "How can we make it happen?" instead of standing in the way.
To see which candidates have committed to positive change visit Better! Whangarei
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Watch all 48 matches of Rugby World cup 2019 live and on-demand with a Spark Sport Tournament Pass for $89.99.
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Our children are being exposed to an average of 46 ads for unhealthy products every day (27 junk food, 12 alcohol, and seven gambling).
These things are the leading causes of cancer, obesity, diabetes, mental illness and many social harms.
Should our Government be doing more to protect our … View moreOur children are being exposed to an average of 46 ads for unhealthy products every day (27 junk food, 12 alcohol, and seven gambling).
These things are the leading causes of cancer, obesity, diabetes, mental illness and many social harms.
Should our Government be doing more to protect our children from this advertising? What should be done?
Policy Local makes it easy to see what sets the candidates apart in the local elections.
The Policy Local team surveyed over 3,000 local election candidates for their policy positions on a range of topics, from climate change to rates. Policy Local presents the candidates’ policies on each topic… View morePolicy Local makes it easy to see what sets the candidates apart in the local elections.
The Policy Local team surveyed over 3,000 local election candidates for their policy positions on a range of topics, from climate change to rates. Policy Local presents the candidates’ policies on each topic side by side, and we can favourite the policies we like to make it easier to cast our votes.
Let's find out who’s running in the local elections and what they stand for.
Beautifully presented, inside and out. Turn Key Ready! For details, kindly phone Nick - 0220712257 after 6.00pm.
Old broken concrete or similar ideal. For backfilling behind a retaining wall. I can collect ute loads or if you have bigger truck loads there is easy offload area. I still need about 50 cubic metres. Contact Rod. 0278420277
People either loved them or hated them, and now they're up for sale.
The giant 1990's Big Fresh Supermarket fruits and veges are up on Trade Me, with over 700 people adding them to their watchlist.
Did you enjoy seeing them on your grocery shopping outing?
Kia ora Neighbours,
Joins us for our Food Expo on this Tuesday 17th September, between 11am - 6pm.
Be in to win a $500 hamper.
* Meet our Suppliers
* Product Tastings
* Giveaways
* Competitions
Sevlor inflatable kayak
Anchor winch & rode ex 35’ launch
Marine antenna & tuner
Wet weather gear size M
Various lines & ropes
and MORE
Come and talk to Reg 021 436510
We love seeing Neighbourly members mentioned in the news - and we've seen a few in the last few months. From a Neighbourly group that has united the masses right through to a neighbourhood who rallied to deliver a 250kg piano to two blind sisters - there is a lot of good going on in … View moreWe love seeing Neighbourly members mentioned in the news - and we've seen a few in the last few months. From a Neighbourly group that has united the masses right through to a neighbourhood who rallied to deliver a 250kg piano to two blind sisters - there is a lot of good going on in Neighbourly communities around the country. You can read about them right here in our latest blog post.
Hi neighbours - Principals in schools are backing the government's plan to ban most vape flavours.
They warn that without firm action, New Zealand will have a new generation of people addicted to nicotine. Many students mistakenly believe that vapes contain only water and flavouring.
What … View moreHi neighbours - Principals in schools are backing the government's plan to ban most vape flavours.
They warn that without firm action, New Zealand will have a new generation of people addicted to nicotine. Many students mistakenly believe that vapes contain only water and flavouring.
What are your thoughts? Should vaping be banned in schools?
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