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Got a question about your lawn or backyard?

Got a question about your lawn or backyard?

Ask a Crewcut Lawn & Garden expert (and an ex-Black Caps coach!) now. Head here.

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Does your organisation need new flooring?

Apply for up to $2,000 and also be in to win a $20,000 makeover.

1882 days ago

A VERY SPECIAL Event for New Zealand....

Alison Neighbourly Lead from Kamo

This is a SHOUT OUT to put a circle around Sunday 27th October. On this day a Dawn Blessing & Opening Ceremony will take place on the kainga alongside Kororipo Pā to honour our past and herald the beginning of Tūhono Kerikeri bicentennial celebrations - 200 years!

Everyone is welcome to come… View more
This is a SHOUT OUT to put a circle around Sunday 27th October. On this day a Dawn Blessing & Opening Ceremony will take place on the kainga alongside Kororipo Pā to honour our past and herald the beginning of Tūhono Kerikeri bicentennial celebrations - 200 years!

Everyone is welcome to come along and experience being part of this wonderful 'once in a lifetime' cultural and historical dawn ceremony.
Venue: Kororipo Heritage Park (Kerikeri Basin)
5.00am: Gather in the carpark at the bottom of Kerikeri Road
5.30am: Together we will walk the track up onto the kainga of Kororipo Pā
6.00am: Dawn Blessing
10.00pm: Official Opening

Visit: www.tuhonokerikeri.nz...

And, on October 23rd (a couple of days before the Celebrations begin) we are publishing a SPECIAL Publication that tells stories from our past and stories of our future. This will be inserted into The Bay Chronicle (Kerikeri) and Northern News (Far North). If you would like a copy - Let me know before October 10th.

1887 days ago

Running for WDC

Glen McMillan from Glen McMillan Okara Ward

Here is my 14 point plan Glen McMillan for Okara Ward and beyond
okaraward2019.co.nz...

1883 days ago

SuperSeniors Newsletter October 2019

Office for Seniors

Hi Neighbours!

The October edition of the SuperSeniors newsletter is out now! It's filled with useful information including the details of the new SuperGold Card app and upgraded website.

In this issue we find out about being Cyber Smart and International Day of Older Persons.

We also … View more
Hi Neighbours!

The October edition of the SuperSeniors newsletter is out now! It's filled with useful information including the details of the new SuperGold Card app and upgraded website.

In this issue we find out about being Cyber Smart and International Day of Older Persons.

We also talked to the MenzShed about it's significance within communities across the country.

To subscribe, follow this link: bit.ly...

To view the current edition go to: bit.ly...

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1883 days ago

HOUSE FOR SALE IN ONERAHI!

Chris from Maunu

LOW $400's. BEAUTIFULLY PRESENTED, INSIDE AND OUT. TURN KEY READY. 2/3 BEDS. KINDLY PHONE NICK - 0220712257 FOR VIEWING. SEE LISTING ON TRADEME #2331984331

Negotiable

1891 days ago

What do you think of a seawall proposed for Sandy Bay?

Denise Piper Reporter from Whangārei Leader

Surfers fear the planned seawall could impact the waves at the popular beach and they want Whangārei District Council to do a full environmental assessment. What do you think? What erosion control would you like to see at your local beach? (Please put NFP if your comments are not for publication.)

1883 days ago

#NeighbourlySupporters - final draw!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Have you been watching the game with your neighbours? Maybe you have invited the guy next door to come along and watch at the pub or you've organised a family BBQ on game day? You could win a $50 voucher - so game-day chips and dips are on us!

Simply enter the #neighbourlysupporters drawView more
Have you been watching the game with your neighbours? Maybe you have invited the guy next door to come along and watch at the pub or you've organised a family BBQ on game day? You could win a $50 voucher - so game-day chips and dips are on us!

Simply enter the #neighbourlysupporters draw before the weekend.

Thanks to everyone who has entered so far! We love seeing what you have been up to in your neighbourhoods.

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1883 days ago

Lead and inspire the next generation

Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi

Study in Northland!

Meet Jasmine (Te Rarawa, Te Aupouri, Ngāpuhi, Ngāti Hine) who shares “Awanuiārangi offered an accessible teaching programme that meant I didn't have to move away from home in North Hokianga. I’ve grown personally and professionally through my studies making my … View more
Study in Northland!

Meet Jasmine (Te Rarawa, Te Aupouri, Ngāpuhi, Ngāti Hine) who shares “Awanuiārangi offered an accessible teaching programme that meant I didn't have to move away from home in North Hokianga. I’ve grown personally and professionally through my studies making my whānau/hapū proud. I was employed by a school immediately after completing, am now focusing on my teacher registration, and planning to return to study for a Master of Indigenous Studies”

You too can help facilitate the learning journey of future leaders. Study with us in 2020 and become a teacher!
Find out more

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1884 days ago

Poll: Should daylight saving be abolished?

Reporter Whangārei Leader

The European Parliament has already voted to abolish daylight saving from 2021, due to studies that highlighted the connection between daylight saving and health issues.

For some, having more daylight hours is beneficial, but for others, it can really interrupt their sleep cycle.

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Should daylight saving be abolished?
  • 25.7% Yes - it messes with my sleep rhythm
    25.7% Complete
  • 62.9% No - I enjoy having more daylight hours
    62.9% Complete
  • 11.4% I'm not bothered either way
    11.4% Complete
35 votes
1884 days ago

I LOOK YOU, YOU LOOK ME...

Alison Neighbourly Lead from Kamo

Di West presents a unique exhibition of dramatic portraits. What do the eyes tell you? What are they thinking?
Di is also doing a one-off Artist talk at Reyburn House. Please come along and join Di as she takes you around the Gallery on a special tour!
FREE to come and Listen.
Thursday October 10th… View more
Di West presents a unique exhibition of dramatic portraits. What do the eyes tell you? What are they thinking?
Di is also doing a one-off Artist talk at Reyburn House. Please come along and join Di as she takes you around the Gallery on a special tour!
FREE to come and Listen.
Thursday October 10th - 11am.

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1884 days ago

Keep the kids entertained - and WARM....

Alison Neighbourly Lead from Kamo

Kiwi North is the perfect place to be in this erratic Spring weather.
Please note that Educator Shirley will be hosting the bat activities in the Kiwi North edcuation centre on Thursday and Friday, 10am to 12pm.
PLUS she will be joined by Anton from Eco-Solutions showing you how to make your own … View more
Kiwi North is the perfect place to be in this erratic Spring weather.
Please note that Educator Shirley will be hosting the bat activities in the Kiwi North edcuation centre on Thursday and Friday, 10am to 12pm.
PLUS she will be joined by Anton from Eco-Solutions showing you how to make your own wax wraps!

1885 days ago

How to fix the CBD. Lets do it

Glen McMillan from Glen McMillan Okara Ward

It will be a team effort I have ideas to share I have published my ideas on okara ward 2019
I think we should research other cities that have succeeded in fixing their the CBDs and use some of there ideas

1884 days ago

Term 4 tuition reinforces a year full of learning.

NumberWorks'nWords Whangarei

We all know how important it is to finish well. There is nothing more frustrating to see our children having a fantastic year and then “dropping the ball” in the last few weeks and losing momentum. Term 4 sees a consolidation of work learnt during the year and developing a platform to launch … View moreWe all know how important it is to finish well. There is nothing more frustrating to see our children having a fantastic year and then “dropping the ball” in the last few weeks and losing momentum. Term 4 sees a consolidation of work learnt during the year and developing a platform to launch the next academic year. At NumberWorks’nWords, we ensure that our students are motivated until the end and well prepared for the next step. Call now to book your free assessment and introductory lesson.

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1884 days ago

National Gardening Week: Flower Power

Yates Gardener

The call is out to bring back flowers and create a riot of colour in gardens this October for National Gardening Week!

National Gardening Week: Flower Power - 21-28 October 2019

To get you started flower-bombing register online between 1st and 14th October to receive a free packet of seedsView more
The call is out to bring back flowers and create a riot of colour in gardens this October for National Gardening Week!

National Gardening Week: Flower Power - 21-28 October 2019

To get you started flower-bombing register online between 1st and 14th October to receive a free packet of seeds from Yates flower range including flowers for colour & bees.

We’re also on the search for Yates Budding Young Gardener 2019, the lucky winner will become a Yates Kid Ambassador for one year and win a family trip for four, to Hawaii. Entries close 6th October.
T's & C's apply.
Find out more

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1885 days ago

Have you passed "inheritance" on to your kids?

The Team Reporter from Stuff

We're on the hunt for people who've passed "inheritance" on to their kids while still alive? i.e. you haven't made them wait for it to be distributed by a will. Do you fit the bill? Get in touch with susan.edmunds@stuff.co.nz

1885 days ago

Prepared For Anything - October 1st to 31st ⚠️

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Here at Neighbourhood Support we know first hand that communities that stay connected and prepared fare better in emergencies than those without a plan.

For the month of October, we want to see how you tackle emergency preparedness. From getting first aid training to putting together a grab n’ … View more
Here at Neighbourhood Support we know first hand that communities that stay connected and prepared fare better in emergencies than those without a plan.

For the month of October, we want to see how you tackle emergency preparedness. From getting first aid training to putting together a grab n’ go bag with survival essentials, a little bit of planning goes a long way to make sure you can get through any situation.

This month also coincides with International Day of Disaster Reduction on October 13th and New Zealand’s national earthquake drill and tsunami hikoi, ShakeOut, on Thursday, October 17th at 1.30pm.

Let us know how you’re preparing for anything in your home, at work or in your community by tagging us in your posts + using the following hashtag so we can see what you get up to:

#NSNZprepared

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