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.

2818 days ago

Live Entertainment this Saturday

John from Kamo

With Number 8 Wire - 7-11pm - No Cover Charge

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2814 days ago

Community Funding

Whangarei District Council

Are you planning a project or event that benefits our community?
We have grants available to help bring your project to life. Round 2 of the 2016/17 Community Fund is now open for applications from not-for-profit groups.

Applications close 7 April 2017.

Read more at the link below.

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2816 days ago

Excellent Caterers

Allison from Kamo

I recently needed a caterer, and was recommended Simple Catering Ltd. Well what a surprise, great price, great service, plenty of food and very cost effective. They are only new, been in business since Oct. 2016 If you need any catering, whatever size phone Joyce on 0272089006.

2815 days ago

Know your neighbours

The Team from Ministry of Civil Defence & Emergency Management

Neighbours' Day Aotearoa is happening on 25 & 26 March. It's a great chance to involve your neighbours in your emergency plan - work out who can help you and who might need your help. www.happens.nz...
www.neighboursday.org.nz...

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2816 days ago

Have you made plans for Mother's Day?

The Team from Jennian Homes Northland

Our annual Jennian Homes Mother’s Day Fun Run/Walk is back for 2017 – and with more than 20 locations nationwide, it is set to be bigger and better than ever!

The Jennian Homes Mother’s Day Fun Run/Walk is part of an initiative to support the Heart Foundation’s ‘Heart Foundation for … View more
Our annual Jennian Homes Mother’s Day Fun Run/Walk is back for 2017 – and with more than 20 locations nationwide, it is set to be bigger and better than ever!

The Jennian Homes Mother’s Day Fun Run/Walk is part of an initiative to support the Heart Foundation’s ‘Heart Foundation for Women’ campaign, which aims to empower women to take charge of their heart health.

We hope you will among the thousands decked out in the iconic Dick Frizzell designed red t-shirts this Mother’s Day.

Register for this year’s Mother’s Day Fun Run/Walk before 31 March to receive early bird pricing. Plus, we've got over $25,000 worth of fantastic prizes up for grabs including: Fitbit activity trackers, Stirling Sports vouchers, Canopy Camping Escapes, Fujifilm NZ Instax Cameras + more.

So, if you haven’t made plans this Mother’s Day, please join us, get your active wear and running shoes ready to walk alongside thousands of other women to promote good heart health.

Sign up to a 5km Fun Run/Walk near you to show your support! Buy tickets now.

2816 days ago

Funding for the arts

Whangarei District Council

The Creative Communities Scheme fund (Round 2 for 2016-2017) closes Friday 10 March. Get your application in today!
For application forms and criteria, go to the link below.

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2824 days ago

Love Food, Hate Waste

Whangarei District Council

Some awesome tips on how to reduce any food waste!

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2817 days ago

Can you help Pedal for Plunket?

The Warehouse

We're jumping on our bikes to cycle the length of the country! Help us raise more than $300,000 for Plunket New Zealand. Follow the journey and donate at www.pedalforplunket.org.nz #Pedal4Plunket Watch the video

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2818 days ago

3 Piece Lounge Suite

Glen from Kamo

Regal looking lounge suite comprising 3 seater + 2 chairs.
Superb condition. Been recovered in soft cord like burgundy fabric with
gimp edging against solid mahogany frame.
Front legs Queen Anne style.
Sofa front waved. Matching arm covers all round.
Sofa length 1600, ht 820, seat ht 450, … View more
Regal looking lounge suite comprising 3 seater + 2 chairs.
Superb condition. Been recovered in soft cord like burgundy fabric with
gimp edging against solid mahogany frame.
Front legs Queen Anne style.
Sofa front waved. Matching arm covers all round.
Sofa length 1600, ht 820, seat ht 450, depth 730
Chairs ht 820, wdth 680, seat ht 430, depth 750
Very classy suite. Solid and very comfortable.
Txt 027 356 8243

Price: $995

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2820 days ago

Do you want to see a change to Daylight Savings? Vote now!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

It's hard to believe there's just five weeks (2 April) until daylight savings ends and our clocks go back. So we want to know. Would you like more daylight in the evenings? Are you happy returning from work in the dark? Do you like the idea of clocks going back early May - rather than … View moreIt's hard to believe there's just five weeks (2 April) until daylight savings ends and our clocks go back. So we want to know. Would you like more daylight in the evenings? Are you happy returning from work in the dark? Do you like the idea of clocks going back early May - rather than early April? Share your thoughts on whether you love or loathe this idea and make sure you vote in our Daylight Savings poll too.

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2823 days ago

Man seriously asaulted in Whangarei carpark

Annette Lambly-Robinson Reporter from Whangārei Leader

A man seriously assaulted in the car park of a hotel is still recovering from his injuries weeks later.
The man was assaulted outside the Kamo Hotel in Whangarei about 1.30am on January 30.
Passersby discovered him and rushed him to Whangarei Hospital.
Police said the man has since been … View more
A man seriously assaulted in the car park of a hotel is still recovering from his injuries weeks later.
The man was assaulted outside the Kamo Hotel in Whangarei about 1.30am on January 30.
Passersby discovered him and rushed him to Whangarei Hospital.
Police said the man has since been released...

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2821 days ago

Last chance to swap your food cans!

Resene

Bring in any food cans to your local Resene owned ColorShop this weekend and we'll swap your food can for a Resene testpot!*

Add a splash of colour not only to your life but to that of a disadvantaged Kiwi; all food cans will be donated to The Salvation Army local foodbanks and other … View more
Bring in any food cans to your local Resene owned ColorShop this weekend and we'll swap your food can for a Resene testpot!*

Add a splash of colour not only to your life but to that of a disadvantaged Kiwi; all food cans will be donated to The Salvation Army local foodbanks and other community foodbanks, while you save up to $5.50 on each testpot purchase.

Don't miss out - there is nothing to lose with Hunger for Colour! but you've only got until tomorrow!

*60-80ml testpot
Learn more

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2822 days ago

Poll: Do you want more daylight hours?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

It's hard to believe there's just five weeks (2 April) until daylight savings ends and our clocks go back. So we want to know. Would you like more daylight in the evenings? Are you happy returning from work in the dark? Do you like the idea of clocks going back early May - rather than … View moreIt's hard to believe there's just five weeks (2 April) until daylight savings ends and our clocks go back. So we want to know. Would you like more daylight in the evenings? Are you happy returning from work in the dark? Do you like the idea of clocks going back early May - rather than early April? Vote below - and then click here to discuss the idea with your neighbours!

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Do you want more daylight hours?
  • 62.9% Yes - I want more daylight! Summer is too short.
    62.9% Complete
  • 19.4% I'm not too bothered / I'm happy with the way things are
    19.4% Complete
  • 17.8% Absolutely not. It's too dark in the mornings already
    17.8% Complete
6257 votes
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