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Check out our brand new youth-fund

The Team from Whangarei District Council

To the next generation of change-makers, dreamers and community superstars: here's your chance to get started! Would you like to do a project that helps your community and makes the world a better place? What if we provided the money and a bit of guidance? For the first time ever we've opened a new youth-fund to help people aged 12-20 run their own awesome initiatives.

👉 www.wdc.govt.nz...

Types of eligible initiatives could be workshops, events, seminars, research and surveys, awareness campaigns, community activities, resources for sectors of the community, and more. Eligible initiatives are those that address a need and provide benefit to the Whangārei community. We are unable to support initiatives that provide private benefit to a small group or to individuals. Think about an idea that benefits lots of people, or people who really need it, and apply!

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1 day ago

Poll: Is it rude to talk on the phone on a bus?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Buses can be a relaxing way to get home if you have a seat and enough space. However, it can be off-putting when someone is taking a phone call next to you.

Do you think it's inconsiderate for people to have lengthy phone calls on a bus? Vote in the poll, and add your comments below.

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Is it rude to talk on the phone on a bus?
  • 65.3% Yes
    65.3% Complete
  • 32.3% No
    32.3% Complete
  • 2.4% Other - I'll share below
    2.4% Complete
1058 votes
1 hour ago

Peta Mathias: A Recipe For a Richer Life

Jane Mander Retirement Village

We are thrilled to invite you to a special afternoon at Jane Mander Village, featuring celebrated author and culinary storyteller, Peta Mathias.

Join us as Peta shares her vibrant tales of adventure and travel, followed by afternoon tea. This is a wonderful opportunity to bring a friend and discover village life for yourself.

For more information call Donna on 09 435 3803.

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2 hours ago

Whangarei Film Society - screenings for Thursday November 14th

Geoff from Central Whangarei

Good People

On Thursday the 14th November, WFS will be screening the French comedy, Take a Chance on Me. This will be the last film WFS screens for the year.

Please join us from 5:30pm to celebrate our final film night for 2024, catch up with your film friends and enjoy some festive fare platters.

Please note: There will be one screening only for the evening at 6:15pm. There will NOT be an 8pm screening.

Our 2025 film season will begin with our AGM and first film in late February. The exact date will be confirmed through the WFS website and social media.

Thanks to all for your continued support of WFS. Hope to see you there.

TAKE A CHANCE ON ME
France, (subtitles), 2023, Comedy
104 mins, Rated M (strong language)
Cast: Louane Emera, Michel Blanc.

Marie is a young woman who juggles a range of odd jobs to support herself and her father. Despite the precariousness of her income, Marie maintains an positive outlook on life.

But one night, her shift at a café has a string of bad events and she's fired. On top of that, Marie gets fined after a complaint is filed.

In court, Marie begs the judge to waive the fine due to her circumstances. But the Judge refuses to believe her “I’m poor, it’s too late for me” excuse.

Instead, he offers Marie a job as his driver to help her get back on track. It's a chance of a fresh start for Marie and, as she and the judge begin to spend time together and share their stories, she realises there are things a rich and privileged judge can learn about life too.

"A heart-warming film about realising your full potential." - MM reviews

View the trailer at: www.youtube.com...

Showing at Forum North, 7 Rust Ave Whangarei on Thursday 14th November at 6:15pm

Tickets: Door sales only. $10 WFS members. $15 Non members.
Cash only please. All welcome.

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