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1648 days ago

What do you think of NorthTec coming to Whangārei's CBD?

Denise Piper Reporter from Whangārei Leader

NorthTec is launching a new city centre learning hub in the former Mallets shop. It will be a digital learning hub for students and a spot for potential students to make inquiries. The hub will open early June. What do you think of this move to the CBD? Do you have any other ideas for some of the … View moreNorthTec is launching a new city centre learning hub in the former Mallets shop. It will be a digital learning hub for students and a spot for potential students to make inquiries. The hub will open early June. What do you think of this move to the CBD? Do you have any other ideas for some of the empty shops in the area?

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1646 days ago

Reduce your home-office energy bills

EECA

With so many of us spending more time at home due to the COVID-19 pandemic, many people’s energy bills are skyrocketing. But it doesn’t have to be that way.

Here are 5 simple, easy to implement ideas and tips for cutting down your domestic power bills to save yourself some cash.
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1646 days ago

Do you run a small business?

Stuff Prosper

Business owners consistently show initiative, hard work and resilience - and more than ever over the past few weeks.

Prosper has launched a small business survey to gauge the scale of Covid-19's impact.

It'll only take a few minutes to complete - and will help us, help small … View more
Business owners consistently show initiative, hard work and resilience - and more than ever over the past few weeks.

Prosper has launched a small business survey to gauge the scale of Covid-19's impact.

It'll only take a few minutes to complete - and will help us, help small businesses like yours, in weeks and months to come.
Take the survey

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1646 days ago

Leather chair

Mary from Tikipunga

Leather chair. In as new condition, has hardly been used. Cream colour. 1 metre wide, 90 cm deep, 85 cm high. Shop price was $800. For sale at $300.

Price: $300

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1649 days ago

Central Library Open for Browsing!

The Team from Whangarei District Council

Know someone who's suffered from book withdrawal? Whangārei Central Library is now open for browsing the shelves and borrowing items 😀

There are entry conditions in place:
▪ Contact tracing registration
▪ 1 metre physical distancing
▪ Follow personal hygiene measures.
▪ Limiting … View more
Know someone who's suffered from book withdrawal? Whangārei Central Library is now open for browsing the shelves and borrowing items 😀

There are entry conditions in place:
▪ Contact tracing registration
▪ 1 metre physical distancing
▪ Follow personal hygiene measures.
▪ Limiting your stay so everyone can have a turn.
▪ Please do not come to library if you are unwell.

The following services are closed:
Computers, print and photocopy, meeting rooms, genealogy services, events and the No.7 Espresso Cafe.

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1647 days ago

Look at these great Local Likes...

Neighbourly.co.nz

Hey Whangarei Pet & Aquarium Centre and FreshChoice in Ruakaka! Your neighbours really LIKE you! Check out these awesome shoutouts from your local community. Thanks for being such a special part of your community. Make a Local Like

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1648 days ago

Dinner takeaways - Filipino cuisine

Roxanne Manlangit from Nora's Lutong Bahay

Check out our menu... rice meals are available 11am-6pm.

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1647 days ago

Limes for sale

Graham from Hikurangi Coastal

Beautiful juicy spray free limes, $5 kg. Catch us this Saturday at the Farmer's Market in Whangarei.
Ruskroadlimes.com

Price: $5

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1647 days ago

WIN: A Resene makeover

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

Hey neighbours, thanks to everyone who nominated an essential worker to win one of three Resene prize packs, each including a Resene colour consultation, a $350 Resene voucher and the latest Resene fan decks.

The lucky winners are: Lee-Ann Hodgson, in Hunterville, Susannah Aho, in Auckland, and … View more
Hey neighbours, thanks to everyone who nominated an essential worker to win one of three Resene prize packs, each including a Resene colour consultation, a $350 Resene voucher and the latest Resene fan decks.

The lucky winners are: Lee-Ann Hodgson, in Hunterville, Susannah Aho, in Auckland, and Chad Birt, in Titahi Bay. Congratulations!

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1648 days ago

What do you think of the solvents stockpile at Marsden Point?

Denise Piper Reporter from Whangārei Leader

Authorities fear a Marsden Point site where about a million litres of toxic chemicals are stored could cause a "catastrophic" explosion or fire, with the potential to damage New Zealand's fuel pipeline. The site is to be urgently cleared of all hazardous substances but that may not … View moreAuthorities fear a Marsden Point site where about a million litres of toxic chemicals are stored could cause a "catastrophic" explosion or fire, with the potential to damage New Zealand's fuel pipeline. The site is to be urgently cleared of all hazardous substances but that may not be easy with many in unnamed and leaky containers. What do you think about the site and who should clean it up?

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1648 days ago

Poll: What do you think of CCTV on private homes?

Kylie Klein Nixon Reporter from Homed

I'm writing a story about CCTV security cameras on homes, what's the best system, how to install them, and whether or not they're a useful deterrent.
I wondered what you thought about private security cameras. Are they good for the neighbourhood? Or a sign troubled communities?
If … View more
I'm writing a story about CCTV security cameras on homes, what's the best system, how to install them, and whether or not they're a useful deterrent.
I wondered what you thought about private security cameras. Are they good for the neighbourhood? Or a sign troubled communities?
If you've got a strong opinion about them, drop me a line and let me know what you think.

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What do you think of CCTV on private homes?
  • 92.4% Yes, they're OK.
    92.4% Complete
  • 4.6% I'm not sure.
    4.6% Complete
  • 3% No, they're not OK.
    3% Complete
1959 votes
1649 days ago

Ryman pioneers certainty

Ryman’s Peace of Mind guarantees provide a little certainty in your retirement. Our affordable base weekly fee is fixed for life*, our deferred management fee is capped at 20 per cent, one of the lowest around, and villages provide independent living, assisted living and a full range of care … View moreRyman’s Peace of Mind guarantees provide a little certainty in your retirement. Our affordable base weekly fee is fixed for life*, our deferred management fee is capped at 20 per cent, one of the lowest around, and villages provide independent living, assisted living and a full range of care options. These are just some of the ways we’re pioneering a new way of living for a new retirement generation.

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Visit our website to find the village that’s right for you.
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1649 days ago

Couch for sale

Kasey from Kamo

Selling our couch, it’s a 3 seater plus 2 single chairs. Has a few stains but other than that it’s in good condition. $400 ono

Price: $400

1650 days ago

Inside New Zealand's hidden cave hotels

Trupti Biradar Reporter from Stuff Travel

From Waikato to the Bay of Islands, we reveal three subterranean secret spots you can escape to #backyourbackyard

1657 days ago

Whau Valley Dam is at 45%

The Team from Whangarei District Council

Alarming new aerial footage of the Whau Valley Dam shows exactly why water restrictions are in force.

It may be coming in to winter now, but this enormous dam will take many months of rain to fill up. We're asking everyone - please - to save water at home and at work. Help us fill the dam.

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Alarming new aerial footage of the Whau Valley Dam shows exactly why water restrictions are in force.

It may be coming in to winter now, but this enormous dam will take many months of rain to fill up. We're asking everyone - please - to save water at home and at work. Help us fill the dam.

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