South Whangarei, Whangarei

Wondering about something in your neighbourhood?

Wondering about something in your neighbourhood?

Whether it's a new building going up or a strange noise you keep hearing, ask your neighbours here.

2812 days ago

Be water wise

Whangarei District Council

The average New Zealand family uses between 250-300 litres of water per person per day. Find some helpful information on your water supply, how to minimise your water bill and conserve water, at the link below.

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2812 days ago

Further call over set for half-billion-dollar Kaitaia drug bust defendants

Annette Lambly-Robinson Reporter from Whangārei Leader

Six men accused in New Zealand's largest ever methamphetamine haul will not go to trial before April 2018.
Ulakai Fakaosilea, 26, Amoki Matoto Fonua, 32, Jermiah Lusitini, 27, Malachi Tuilotolava, 25, and Ka Yip Wan, 26, who are all in custody, appeared for call over in the ...

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2811 days ago

Printer

Glen from Kamo

Brother MFC-L2700 DW printer
2 years old. Personal use only. Perfect condition but needs new toner ($129).
$120 o.n.o
Only selling because my work has provided new home printer.

Negotiable

2811 days ago

Council will not consult on annual plan but extend the LTP process

Annette Lambly-Robinson Reporter from Whangārei Leader

The Whangarei District Council will not be publicly consulting the 2017-18 annual plan because it believes there are no significant changes to those matters already signalled in the long term plan.
Legislation does not require the council to consult on annual plans when there no significant ...

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2811 days ago

School students get a taste of engineering world

Annette Lambly-Robinson Reporter from Whangārei Leader

Budding engineers from five Northland high schools took the opportunity to find out more about the industry at a special information day held at NorthTec.
Around 40 keen students took part in the March 3 workshop, the first event run by NorthTec as part of the national Engineering Education to … View more
Budding engineers from five Northland high schools took the opportunity to find out more about the industry at a special information day held at NorthTec.
Around 40 keen students took part in the March 3 workshop, the first event run by NorthTec as part of the national Engineering Education to ...

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2811 days ago

Entertainment this Weekend!!!

John from Kamo

Friday night - Live Band "JPG" as seen at the BOI "IT" Festival - 7-11pm - No cover charge!!
Sunday Afternoon - "Just the Two of Us" Dennis Marsh and Brendan Dugan - 3-6pm $10 Kamo Club Members $15 Non- Members - tickets available at Kamo Club

2812 days ago

Will big ocean fish cope in a warming world?

Annette Lambly-Robinson Reporter from Whangārei Leader

One of the aims of Niwa setting up a $50 million marine science centre at Ruakaka was to look into incorporating yellowtail kingfish into the aquaculture industry. 
But the skills Niwa staff have picked up along the way in breeding the ocean going (pelagic) fish are coming in handy as the … View more
One of the aims of Niwa setting up a $50 million marine science centre at Ruakaka was to look into incorporating yellowtail kingfish into the aquaculture industry. 
But the skills Niwa staff have picked up along the way in breeding the ocean going (pelagic) fish are coming in handy as the ...

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2812 days ago

Do you know where to get cheap fuel?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Do you know the cheapest place to get petrol in or around your neighbourhood? Share your tips below and help your neighbours out! Plus make sure you check to see if you're a $100 petrol voucher instant winner!

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2812 days ago

Ongoing farm planning needed as Northland drought lingers

Annette Lambly-Robinson Reporter from Whangārei Leader

Recent rain in Northland does not mean the drought is over, the Northland Adverse Events Team says. 
The region needs more rain in the next two weeks to make sure pasture growth survives.
Farmers are being urged to closely monitor stock feed levels as the impact of the drought continues.
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Recent rain in Northland does not mean the drought is over, the Northland Adverse Events Team says. 
The region needs more rain in the next two weeks to make sure pasture growth survives.
Farmers are being urged to closely monitor stock feed levels as the impact of the drought continues.
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2812 days ago

Council says no to Hundertwassser review

Annette Lambly-Robinson Reporter from Whangārei Leader

A controversial call to have an independent review into Whangarei District Council's decision making processes on the Hundertwasser Art Centre failed to find favour with the majority of councillors.
Councillor Tricia Cutforth tabled the motion at last week's council meeting which also… View more
A controversial call to have an independent review into Whangarei District Council's decision making processes on the Hundertwasser Art Centre failed to find favour with the majority of councillors.
Councillor Tricia Cutforth tabled the motion at last week's council meeting which also asked for...

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2812 days ago

Elderly couple's alleged carjacker remanded without plea

Annette Lambly-Robinson Reporter from Whangārei Leader

The man who allegedly carjacked an elderly couple as they were loading groceries into their car outside a Tikipunga shopping centre was remanded on custody to allow him to apply for legal aid.
The 35-year-old appeared in the Whangarei District Court on Monday.
He was arrested on February … View more
The man who allegedly carjacked an elderly couple as they were loading groceries into their car outside a Tikipunga shopping centre was remanded on custody to allow him to apply for legal aid.
The 35-year-old appeared in the Whangarei District Court on Monday.
He was arrested on February 10 ...

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2816 days ago

Stop/Go signs for boaties

Whangarei District Council

A new Stop/Go system, with clearer and bigger text, will make it easier for skippers on who has right of way on the water.
Read the story on the link below.

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