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1785 days ago

What a great start to the season!

The Team from Wasp Wipeout

Wow! Your generosity is making sure we can get a lot of areas on our target list baited for wasps this summer. We've still a wee way to go, but every dollar sure does help. We'll keep you updated through the season, but this is a great start. Thank you! Click on the link if you wish to … View moreWow! Your generosity is making sure we can get a lot of areas on our target list baited for wasps this summer. We've still a wee way to go, but every dollar sure does help. We'll keep you updated through the season, but this is a great start. Thank you! Click on the link if you wish to donate :) givealittle.co.nz...

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1785 days ago

New research shows disparities in quality of kids' sleep

Kelly Dennett Reporter from Sunday Star Times

Hi parents and families, we are looking to speak to parents of young children who are willing to talk about their kids' sleep quality, to accompany a story about new research on children's sleep patterns. If you are willing to be named and photographed, please contact us here, or email … View moreHi parents and families, we are looking to speak to parents of young children who are willing to talk about their kids' sleep quality, to accompany a story about new research on children's sleep patterns. If you are willing to be named and photographed, please contact us here, or email kelly.dennett@stuff.co.nz.

1787 days ago

Helmet safety

Glen from Central Whangarei

50 years ago when I was 10 I fell from my bike and suffered life-changing head injuries. Just remember heads are easily injured.
Stay safe wear a helmet while riding anything bike or scooter, balance board or other.
Traumatic brain injury often occurs as a result of a severe sports injury or … View more
50 years ago when I was 10 I fell from my bike and suffered life-changing head injuries. Just remember heads are easily injured.
Stay safe wear a helmet while riding anything bike or scooter, balance board or other.
Traumatic brain injury often occurs as a result of a severe sports injury or accident.
Immediate or delayed symptoms may include confusion, blurry vision and difficulty concentrating. Infants may cry persistently or be irritable.

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1794 days ago

What foods claim to be healthy but aren't?

Denise Piper Reporter from Whangārei Leader

Consumer NZ has released its list of the top 10 bad foods that claim to be healthy including sugary cereals and salt-laden noodles. What do you think of the list? What else is bad but claims to be healthy?

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1785 days ago

Christmas week - rubbish and recycling collection

Online Content Publisher from Whangarei District Council

No collection on Christmas Day. The rest of the week, rubbish and recycling will be collected one day later than usual.

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1785 days ago

Tiakina te taiao!

Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi

Te Aka Pūtaiao (Kaupae 5)

Kia ora! Are you passionate about looking after our environment? At Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi, our Te Aka Pūtaiao certificate is fee free and provides students with a broad range of skills and knowledge examining traditional and contemporary models of … View more
Te Aka Pūtaiao (Kaupae 5)

Kia ora! Are you passionate about looking after our environment? At Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi, our Te Aka Pūtaiao certificate is fee free and provides students with a broad range of skills and knowledge examining traditional and contemporary models of science and the environment.

We are very excited to have had a cohort of Northland students based in Kaeo focussing on conservation in their local area.

If you are a community group, marae or individual who’d like to study with us, we’d love to hear from you!
Find out more

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1786 days ago

Holiday Reading.

NumberWorks'nWords Whangarei

Will you be taking plenty of good books with you these school holidays?

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1786 days ago

Thank you New Zealand

Countdown New Zealand

Thank you New Zealand. Your nominations helped us find a local hero for every Countdown store in the country.

Every store’s winner receives a $500 Countdown Gift voucher in recognition of helping make our community a better place.
Xmas Hub

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1787 days ago

Two days left to be in to WIN with Readers Tours & TV Guide!

Readers Tours

For over three decades, Readers Tours has been taking our loyal readers on unforgettable journeys exploring the rich history and culture of New Zealand’s hidden gems.

The much loved North and South Island Journeys are back for 2020, along with the launch of two new escapes in both the NorthView more
For over three decades, Readers Tours has been taking our loyal readers on unforgettable journeys exploring the rich history and culture of New Zealand’s hidden gems.

The much loved North and South Island Journeys are back for 2020, along with the launch of two new escapes in both the North and South Island. These new shorter escapes are the perfect length of time for those adventurous seniors who want a taste of the spectacular excursions and sights our country has to offer.

To celebrate the launch of our brand new tours, our friends at TV Guide and Neighbourly are giving away a year’s subscription for TV Guide to one lucky adventurer!

All you have to do is tell us a New Zealand destination you would love to visit via this link and you'll be in the draw to win!

Entries close 19th December 2019.

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1787 days ago

Tis the season! Here are a couple of ways Neighbourhood Supporters are getting in the spirit this month. 🎅🎄

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Photo 1: Lou Dixon, Coordinator for Ruapehu Neighbourhood Support, has created this cheery display for the Taumarunui Christmas Tree Festival where agencies are given the chance to educate the public on the work that they do in a fun and festive way.

Photo 2: Papamoa Neighbourhoood Support and … View more
Photo 1: Lou Dixon, Coordinator for Ruapehu Neighbourhood Support, has created this cheery display for the Taumarunui Christmas Tree Festival where agencies are given the chance to educate the public on the work that they do in a fun and festive way.

Photo 2: Papamoa Neighbourhoood Support and Papamoa Community Patrol recently took part in the local Community Christmas parade alongside Inspector Phil Gillbanks, Senior Constable Adrian Oldham and Senior Constable Amanda Pinkerton to spread Christmas cheer and safety messaging in their area.

1787 days ago

Is Ninety Mile Beach important to you?

Denise Piper Reporter from Whangārei Leader

Ahipara and Te Oneroa-a-Tōhē/Ninety Mile Beach are among Northland beaches that will be patrolled by kaitiaki rangers this year. A formal management plan is being written, while iwi have reinforced a rāhui to the south. Is Ninety Mile Beach important to you? Why? What other Northland beaches … View moreAhipara and Te Oneroa-a-Tōhē/Ninety Mile Beach are among Northland beaches that will be patrolled by kaitiaki rangers this year. A formal management plan is being written, while iwi have reinforced a rāhui to the south. Is Ninety Mile Beach important to you? Why? What other Northland beaches need patrols?

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1788 days ago

Another food recall to keep an eye out for this silly season!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Foodstuffs is recalling all batches, dates and flavours of its Pams brand Dairy Dessert - the 1.65 litre. This is due to the possibility of the plastic container breaking and plastic pieces entering the product. This could cause injuries if consumed.

The product is sold nationwide in Pak’n … View more
Foodstuffs is recalling all batches, dates and flavours of its Pams brand Dairy Dessert - the 1.65 litre. This is due to the possibility of the plastic container breaking and plastic pieces entering the product. This could cause injuries if consumed.

The product is sold nationwide in Pak’n Save, New World, Four Square, Gilmours and Trents. This does not affect any other Pams brand products. Find out more here.

1788 days ago

Have you won a SIX60 double pass?

Neighbourly.co.nz

Another 10 double passes to SIX60 have been drawn for our Neighbourly members! We have 100 double passes to give away as well as an exclusive concert by one of the supporting acts from the SIX60 tour.

To be eligible, make sure you are a verified Neighbourly member (need a hand verifying your … View more
Another 10 double passes to SIX60 have been drawn for our Neighbourly members! We have 100 double passes to give away as well as an exclusive concert by one of the supporting acts from the SIX60 tour.

To be eligible, make sure you are a verified Neighbourly member (need a hand verifying your address? Click here). We’ll also need to see you being more Neighbourly, whether it’s posting to your neighbourhood, replying to questions or inviting your neighbour to join the site (we’ve put together a few ideas here).
Have you won?

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1789 days ago

We’re adjusting the electorate boundaries

Electoral Commission

We’re adjusting our electorate boundaries for the next two general elections.

By making sure each electorate has about the same number of people, we can give all New Zealanders equal representation in Parliament. It’s all balance.
If we move one of your electorate boundaries, you could … View more
We’re adjusting our electorate boundaries for the next two general elections.

By making sure each electorate has about the same number of people, we can give all New Zealanders equal representation in Parliament. It’s all balance.
If we move one of your electorate boundaries, you could end up in a different electorate to the one you’re in now – so we show you what we’re proposing before we make any changes and give you the opportunity to share your thoughts.

Have your say now at vote.nz
Find out more

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