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Air travellers will soon have an option for same day travel to Hamilton, Tauranga, Rotorua or Great Barrier Island from Whangarei without the need to travel through Auckland.
Encouraged by the increasing population of Whangarei and the surrounding districts, Tauranga based commercial airline ...
If you are wanting to collect stamps or are inquisitive about what is special about philatelic collections, then don't miss the opportunity of attending the upcoming stamp fair at St Johns Church Hall on May 13.
A special display features the rare one pence stamp known as The Penny … View moreIf you are wanting to collect stamps or are inquisitive about what is special about philatelic collections, then don't miss the opportunity of attending the upcoming stamp fair at St Johns Church Hall on May 13.
A special display features the rare one pence stamp known as The Penny Black ...
Do you have an unused flute, saxophone, clarinet or trumpet lying around?
Whangarei Sistema - Toi Akorangi are expanding their programme from string instruments to include woodwind instruments and are calling for donations of any pre-loved woodwind instruments.
The free programme is focused ...
It's good news for those who are unable to navigate the steep sections of tracks at the Quarry Gardens. You can now take a tour on a golf cart.
Gardens operations manager David McDermott says the donated cart is going to make a huge difference and not just for the elderly.
"We get… View moreIt's good news for those who are unable to navigate the steep sections of tracks at the Quarry Gardens. You can now take a tour on a golf cart.
Gardens operations manager David McDermott says the donated cart is going to make a huge difference and not just for the elderly.
"We get a lot of ...
Five Waipu bee keepers keen to pool resources and knowledge for the benefit of themselves and small time hobby apiarists have banded together to build a honey extraction plant which can be used by the community.
The office, workshop and storage area have been set up in a disused cowshed on ...
Irate residents living near one of only two fresh water dune lakes in the Whangarei area say nothing is being done about the silting and weed problems spoiling their amenity and which they believe are potential fire and health hazards.
Allan Jones says development of the subdivision around … View moreIrate residents living near one of only two fresh water dune lakes in the Whangarei area say nothing is being done about the silting and weed problems spoiling their amenity and which they believe are potential fire and health hazards.
Allan Jones says development of the subdivision around ...
Refining NZ has begun its second round of public consultation on its proposed changes to the Whangarei Harbour to allow bigger cargoes of crude to Marsden Point.
The company want to to dredge up to four metres in parts of the outer and inner shipping channels, and up to eight metres in targeted … View moreRefining NZ has begun its second round of public consultation on its proposed changes to the Whangarei Harbour to allow bigger cargoes of crude to Marsden Point.
The company want to to dredge up to four metres in parts of the outer and inner shipping channels, and up to eight metres in targeted ...
Lisa Kendall is one of only four women to make it into the grand final of the Young Farmer of the Year by winning the Northern regional title on Saturday.
The Northern region includes all clubs from South Auckland to Cape Reinga.
Kendall, 25, a first time entrant, won four of the five ...
Phil Schultz and Margaret Povey are gearing up to drive their mini from Kaitaia to Invercargill next month.
The classic car enthusiasts are one of 60 entries taking part in the Pork Pie Charity Run which is raising money for KidsCan NZ.
The run is six days and seven nights long and covers … View morePhil Schultz and Margaret Povey are gearing up to drive their mini from Kaitaia to Invercargill next month.
The classic car enthusiasts are one of 60 entries taking part in the Pork Pie Charity Run which is raising money for KidsCan NZ.
The run is six days and seven nights long and covers over ...
This is the last daily showcase of two of our AMI Community Grant finalists, sharing a bit more about the great work that they're doing in Kiwi communities. You can help support these organisations by voting for them to win their share of $20,000.
Under the Stars - Homeless in Tauranga
We … View moreThis is the last daily showcase of two of our AMI Community Grant finalists, sharing a bit more about the great work that they're doing in Kiwi communities. You can help support these organisations by voting for them to win their share of $20,000.
Under the Stars - Homeless in Tauranga
We are a Charitable Trust feeding the homeless and needy. We supply hygiene necessities, blankets, and clothing for those in need. We are also fortunate to have a hairdresser occasionally on site who gives her services for free. Recently we have begun to hold a drop in afternoon every second Thursday, giving people the opportunity to have a light lunch and a chance to chat. We are hoping to develop this afternoon more by offering a variety of creative arts. The volunteers that commit time and energy towards our meals do so mostly out of their own funds.
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Proposed youth centre for Keith Street Wanganui central district
I propose the opening and running of a youth centre based in Keith street or Wanganui cbd. The benefits of having a youth centre in the community will bring together the younger and older generations, so we can learn from each others mistakes and experiences to enhance each other’s lives. We have a mixture of people from different cultures in our society in such a small radius that sometimes we forget about those who really are struggling with life, and they are the most vulnerable people in our society. I want to change that for the better, and help those people that are struggling to survive on the basic benefit or wages. VOTE NOW!
Fire is deadly fast. Once it’s started, it’s too late to plan your escape. You need to be prepared to survive. So, the New Zealand Fire Service has developed Escape My House, a gripping interactive experience that takes place inside a real house fire. Try it for yourself at … View moreFire is deadly fast. Once it’s started, it’s too late to plan your escape. You need to be prepared to survive. So, the New Zealand Fire Service has developed Escape My House, a gripping interactive experience that takes place inside a real house fire. Try it for yourself at escapemyhouse.co.nz
This is our second to last daily showcase of two of our AMI Community Grant finalists, sharing a bit more about the great work that they're doing in Kiwi communities. You can help support these organisations by voting for them to win their share of $20,000.
Volunteering Canterbury
… View moreThis is our second to last daily showcase of two of our AMI Community Grant finalists, sharing a bit more about the great work that they're doing in Kiwi communities. You can help support these organisations by voting for them to win their share of $20,000.
Volunteering Canterbury
Volunteering Canterbury has been supporting volunteering for over 25 years in Canterbury. Increasingly we find ourselves going to the community to talk about volunteering; encouraging people to volunteer within their neighbourhoods. With people moving as a result of the quakes in 2010/2011, and the newcomers to the city for the rebuild, volunteering is providing excellent opportunities to make connections. We are seeking assistance for two tablets and a marquee so that we more readily attend community events and show people, on the spot, how to get involved with volunteering. VOTE NOW!
The House of Grace
The House of Grace is a home for pregnant teens and young mothers. Young mums are built up to be confident mothers, capable of raising children within healthy family environments. We help young women continue their education, overcome personal challenges and break free from issues that may be holding them back. As a non-profit and non-government funded organisation, we rely on donations. Funds will go towards furnishings for the home, new couches and updated bedding. We desire to make the home a beautiful, safe and peaceful environment for young mums who may not have experienced this before. VOTE NOW!
The Trail Guides $5 are available now at Tuatara Design Store, 29 Bank St, Whangarei and the two iSite Visitor Centres in Whangarei. Make sure you have a Trail Guide so you don't miss any of the exciting artists exhibiting over Easter. For more information about the artists visit our website
… View moreThe Trail Guides $5 are available now at Tuatara Design Store, 29 Bank St, Whangarei and the two iSite Visitor Centres in Whangarei. Make sure you have a Trail Guide so you don't miss any of the exciting artists exhibiting over Easter. For more information about the artists visit our website
www. whangareiheadsartstrail.org.nz
Another crazy deal from your local Mad Butcher - Come and visit the store and find out what other specials you can find. Only while stocks last !
This is day number eight of showcasing two of our AMI Community Grant finalists to share a bit more about the great work that they're doing in Kiwi communities. You can help support these organisations by voting for them to win their share of $20,000.
Foster Hope Charitable Trust
Foster … View moreThis is day number eight of showcasing two of our AMI Community Grant finalists to share a bit more about the great work that they're doing in Kiwi communities. You can help support these organisations by voting for them to win their share of $20,000.
Foster Hope Charitable Trust
Foster Hope purchases items to go inside backpacks that are given to children when they go into foster care as sadly, it’s not unusual for a child to arrive in care with only the clothes that they’re standing in. Our backpacks include a book, soft toy, toiletries, a carry all bag and other bits and pieces to let the child know that their community cares about them. We would love to include packs of new underwear in the packs if we had additional funds. VOTE NOW!
Taradale Alleyway Improvement / Beautification project
Taradale has two alleyways that are unlit and therefore unsafe to use in the evenings and due to their rundown appearance and lack of adequate directional signage, they are not working as well as they could to link the community to the center of Taradale. The project includes: installing safety lighting for evenings, painting a mural on the 36 metre long large wall to celebrate the 130th year since Taradale was made a Town District; erecting mural panels; installing better signage. VOTE NOW!
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