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This is the second day 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.
North Shore Initial Response Trust
Every… View moreThis is the second day 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.
North Shore Initial Response Trust
Every week we voluntarily train to prepare for disasters when emergency services require additional support in searches for missing people, sandbagging to protect properties from flooding, and helping limit damage to people and properties following events such as tornadoes, storms and tsunamis. As a group of volunteers, we are not paid for any of this activity. Since the equipment is exposed to extreme weather events and difficult environments, it regularly needs to be replaced. There is some vital equipment we are in need of in order to be able to continue our dedicating our time to helping keep people safe. VOTE NOW!
Riverton Community Garden Project
Our goal is to create a self-funding, sustainable food producing garden that can eventually start to give back to those most in need within our community, such as struggling families, and the elderly. We rely on various age groups to look after the garden, including the Riverton Primary School, Aparima College (local high school) and Riverton Childcare and other local volunteers. We are seeking funding to establish infrastructure to support the garden for many years to come. VOTE NOW!
needed ... a computer screen for desk top operating Microsoft .... ours is dead...please text v0212084167 or message me here thanks Susan
Over the next 10 days we'll be introducing two AMI Community Grant finalists to share a bit more about the great work they're doing in Kiwi communities. You can help support these organisations by voting for them to win their share of $20,000.
… View moreOver the next 10 days we'll be introducing two AMI Community Grant finalists to share a bit more about the great work they're doing in Kiwi communities. You can help support these organisations by voting for them to win their share of $20,000.
Youth & Search Rescue Trust - Tauranga
14 to 18 year old students from the whole Bay of Plenty are trained in volunteering and helping rescue people. They learn First Aid, searching in urban and back country situations, water safety, leadership and many more amazing life changing subjects. This organisation receives no government funding and relies on grants and donations to train these amazing young people. VOTE NOW!
Seddon Community and Neighbourhood Support Group
Seddon is our small rural township located to the south of Blenheim on SH1. Rocked and devastated (again) by the quakes in November 2016. With the loss of access to Christchurch via the Main North Line, and SH 1, we are at the “end of the line”. Every one of our self employed residents has taken a huge hit, many of whom can no longer support themselves especially with the removal of all emergency funding as of the 14th February. we are hoping to be able to provide to the whole community, access to essential first aid kits at reasonable and affordable costs to all the residents. It is for this initiative we are seeking some funding in order to subsidise these kits. VOTE NOW!!
Vote now for your most deserving local community group or charity so they can be in to win 1 of 3 “Freezell” fridges, designed and personalised by Dick Frizzell.
Less than 2 weeks to go till Neighbours Day (25th and 26th of March ... I know ... its two days .... we wanted to give you a choice ;-) )! If you've got an event that you want people to know about make sure you submit it on our 'events page' or emails us at … View moreLess than 2 weeks to go till Neighbours Day (25th and 26th of March ... I know ... its two days .... we wanted to give you a choice ;-) )! If you've got an event that you want people to know about make sure you submit it on our 'events page' or emails us at Kiaora@neighboursday.org.nz and let us know what you're up to.
From NZTA:
The NZ Transport Agency is advising motorists to expect delays if they’re travelling through the Kamo Bypass, Whangarei from this evening (Monday 13 March) through to Thursday 16 March.
Crews will be carrying out night works to lay a new asphalt surface.
The road will remain … View moreFrom NZTA:
The NZ Transport Agency is advising motorists to expect delays if they’re travelling through the Kamo Bypass, Whangarei from this evening (Monday 13 March) through to Thursday 16 March.
Crews will be carrying out night works to lay a new asphalt surface.
The road will remain open with manual traffic control in place.
We apologise for any inconvenience and encourage road users to allow extra time for their journey
Meet the artists exhibiting at this years Arts Trail - Aldo Coetzee
Two years ago, I picked up an airbrush for the first time and found an instant connection. I have since invested in various courses to enable me to deliver work of a high standard under the name Airbrushing by Aldo. I love the … View moreMeet the artists exhibiting at this years Arts Trail - Aldo Coetzee
Two years ago, I picked up an airbrush for the first time and found an instant connection. I have since invested in various courses to enable me to deliver work of a high standard under the name Airbrushing by Aldo. I love the versatility of the airbrush, allowing me to create on any surface, whether it be metal, canvas, paper, reclaimed pallets, walls or MDF.
As an airbrush artist, I strive to create art that stimulates wonder and generates conversation. I am looking forward to showcasing my new work at Whangarei Heads Arts Trail 2017. If you have a favourite image or idea that you would love to bring to life, come and discuss it with me.
Riders in the Pedal for Plunket cycle relay were determined not to let Northland's bad weather get t…
we need a computer screen - ours just died .... we run Microsoft please text 0212084167 or message me here if you have what we need!
thank you :) Susan
Hi,
I am a novice knitter and have made a mess that I am struggling to correct. Really hoping some very kind person might be able to help. You can ring or message me phones are 0274649934 or 4595309
Cheers,
Jo
Is anyone experiencing flooding or other weather related problems?
The Whangarei Leader would love to receive some photos and a couple of lines about where and what is happening. Stuff are doing a lot of coverage on weather related issues so would be great to get some Northland coverage . … View moreIs anyone experiencing flooding or other weather related problems?
The Whangarei Leader would love to receive some photos and a couple of lines about where and what is happening. Stuff are doing a lot of coverage on weather related issues so would be great to get some Northland coverage . Email pics etc to annette.lambly@fairfaxmedia.co.nz
Thanks
Thanks to all your replies. Back on track now.
Ref
Guards,
Jo
Northland's seaways are becoming catchment for millions of pieces of trash which are not only creating large scale pollution and killing marine life, but affecting the seafood we harvest to eat.
Around 88,900 litres (711,200 pieces) of rubbish was recovered from Northlands beaches,… View moreNorthland's seaways are becoming catchment for millions of pieces of trash which are not only creating large scale pollution and killing marine life, but affecting the seafood we harvest to eat.
Around 88,900 litres (711,200 pieces) of rubbish was recovered from Northlands beaches, bays ...
The Northland Civil Defence Emergency Management Group is advising of possible localised flooding la…
Around 1300 people lost their power for about 15 minutes around 1.43pm today - with 174 still out on Mangakahia Rd.
Thank goodness we have people prepared to go out in all weather to rectify these issues,
Northpower is encouraging its electricity consumers to be prepared for storm … View moreAround 1300 people lost their power for about 15 minutes around 1.43pm today - with 174 still out on Mangakahia Rd.
Thank goodness we have people prepared to go out in all weather to rectify these issues,
Northpower is encouraging its electricity consumers to be prepared for storm conditions overnight.
Public Affairs Manager Steve Macmillan says the company is gearing up for a potentially rough few days with additional lines crews, arborists and telephonists on stand-by.
“After a sustained period of extremely dry conditions, the heavy rain that is being forecast for Northland could cause slips which could take out power poles. There is also increased likelihood of land movement causing trees to damage powerlines and if flooding hits we could be delayed getting to some areas of Kaipara and Whangarei – as we experienced in 2014.
“We would encourage people to be prepared for possible outages by having torches and battery powered radios at hand, mobile phones charged, fresh water available and gas cooking facilities ready.
“We also urge people to call Northpower faults on 0800-10-40-40 to advise of outages or potential causes of outages. If there are outages overnight our crews will do their best to attend to what they can but if any major repairs are required they will be made in daylight,” says Mr Macmillan.
People should stay clear of downed lines and keep others away also.
Recorded outage and restoration updates will be made on the Northpower Faults line (0800-10-40-40) and listed on www.northpower.com...
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