Tutukaka Coast, Whangarei

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1706 days ago

Let's look after each other

Neighbourly.co.nz

Neighbourhoods can be a great source of support. Connect with each other through our Reach Out page, show kindness and compassion, and strengthen connections with your communities.

Reach out to your Neighbours here now.

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1707 days ago

We’re now at Alert Level 4. Stay home. Save lives.

New Zealand Government

Dear concerned citizen,

We must now all stay home. Because that’s how we’ll stop the virus.

Level 4 measures will likely be in place for a number of weeks.

Don’t worry. During that time you will still be able to access all the essentials you need, including medicine, food, and other… View more
Dear concerned citizen,

We must now all stay home. Because that’s how we’ll stop the virus.

Level 4 measures will likely be in place for a number of weeks.

Don’t worry. During that time you will still be able to access all the essentials you need, including medicine, food, and other home supplies.

ALL THE TIME, NO EXCEPTIONS
It’s incredibly important that we all follow the Level 4 plan, all the time. No exceptions. Because doing so will save lives.

A CHALLENGE FOR EVERYONE
We realise these are big changes. But these are challenging times.
If we don't all stay home, the whole country will need Level 4 restrictions for longer.

SUPPORT OUR EMERGENCY SERVICE PEOPLE
We owe it to the essential services. Our nurses, doctors and everyone else on the frontline. They’re working tirelessly to save lives. We should all do everything in our power to help them do this.
Thank you to each and every person, for doing their bit.

While you’re staying at home:

STAY CONNECTED
• Don’t let physical distance stop you staying connected. Keep in touch with people using video calls, phone calls, chat and texting.
• If you know people who are living alone, vulnerable, or separated from their loved ones, regularly check-in with them.

STAY WELL
• Continue to practice good hygiene – wash your hands with soap. Then dry.
• Cough or sneeze into your elbow.
• Regularly clean surfaces in your home with disinfectant.
• Keep up regular physical exercise, and get some fresh air when possible. It’s good so long as this is solitary, or only with those you live with.

REACH OUT
If you need advice, support or help, try reaching out to friends, family, whānau or workmates.

WE'RE UPDATING INFORMATION CONSTANTLY
For all the latest advice, including answers to your health and financial questions, go to Covid19.govt.nz.

And remember: what you do now, will help protect all of us.
Find out more

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1708 days ago

Level 4 lockdown begins tonight...

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

As of tonight at 11:59pm New Zealand will move to a Level 4 alert in response to the #COVID19 pandemic. It will put the entire country on lockdown for four weeks. Here’s what that will mean for us moving forward:

1708 days ago

A message to our Adventurous Seniors

The Team from Readers Tours

There is a reason Readers Tours attract ‘Adventurous Seniors’.

Our itineraries are bold and colourful, so are our tour guides.
We drive scenic roads and coastal highway and have luxury accommodation waiting after a big day. We offer excursions such as Helicopter rides and guided walks and … View more
There is a reason Readers Tours attract ‘Adventurous Seniors’.

Our itineraries are bold and colourful, so are our tour guides.
We drive scenic roads and coastal highway and have luxury accommodation waiting after a big day. We offer excursions such as Helicopter rides and guided walks and have everything organised down to the last meal, with free newspapers for a spot of reading or challenging sudoku.

We are passionate about bringing like-minded individuals together to explore this beautiful landscape we call our backyard and are ready to go full steam ahead with our next tour the moment it is safe to do so.

For now, we will continue to bring you stunning photography, travel stories and helpful tips during these unprecedented times.

Our team remains dedicated to helping you, so please pick up the phone or fill out our contact form and we will be in touch. We look forward to you joining us and experiencing New Zealand like never before.

www.readerstours.co.nz... | 0800 0800 99

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1708 days ago

What if you don't have WhatsApp?

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

"We are now entering a time where families are separated into individual household bubbles and unable to communicate and interact the way they normally do. Our neighbours are the ones who can step up and help."

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1708 days ago

Water

Marlene from Parua Bay / Whangarei Heads

Hi everyone. Hope everyone & your lockdown plans/preparations are going well. I was just thinking that with more people home, eating, drinking, etc more that it would be a timely reminder to continue to watch our water usage. We need our dam levels to increase and our tanks to fill up. Even … View moreHi everyone. Hope everyone & your lockdown plans/preparations are going well. I was just thinking that with more people home, eating, drinking, etc more that it would be a timely reminder to continue to watch our water usage. We need our dam levels to increase and our tanks to fill up. Even though summer is a fair way off, we need to be mindful of the possiblity of another dry summer & be well prepared in advance. Take care all and good luck with your lockdown 'to do' lists.

1709 days ago

Whangarei Quarry Gardens

Alison Neighbourly Lead from Kamo

Due to covid 19 we have had to officially close the gates at Whangarei Quarry Gardens.

Thank you to all of our volunteers who have been working so hard this summer. It has been a really big season, with the drought keeping our gardening team busy watering. Thankfully we have a lake, so no shortage… View more
Due to covid 19 we have had to officially close the gates at Whangarei Quarry Gardens.

Thank you to all of our volunteers who have been working so hard this summer. It has been a really big season, with the drought keeping our gardening team busy watering. Thankfully we have a lake, so no shortage of water. Well now our volunteers, like everyone else, can take time to rest and recover. They have certainly earned it, and I know they will be itching to get back into it now that the rain has come and planting season is upon us.
Please stay safe everyone. We look forward to seeing you back in the Gardens soon.
Arohanui 💕🌺🙏🌼🌱🍁

1708 days ago

Newspapers versus the Covid19 Virus

Alison Neighbourly Lead from Kamo

There has never been an incident whereby the COVID-19 virus has been transmitted from a print newspaper, print magazine, print letter, or print package, according to the world’s top doctors and scientists.
Have a read here -
www.inma.org...

Enjoy your Community Paper - although we are working … View more
There has never been an incident whereby the COVID-19 virus has been transmitted from a print newspaper, print magazine, print letter, or print package, according to the world’s top doctors and scientists.
Have a read here -
www.inma.org...

Enjoy your Community Paper - although we are working from home, we are working hard to keep our communities connected.
If you have family, friends or neighbours who have not signed up to neighbourly.co.nz - this is the time to get them to join. It is the quickest way to connect with your community and know what is going on - without even going out your front gate.

We are in this together - and here to help.

Covid191.pdf Download View

1709 days ago

Quarry ARTS Centre CLOSED during National lock - down

Alison Neighbourly Lead from Kamo

Dear Quarry Arts Friends,
In response to government directives the Quarry Arts Centre is fully closed for the next 4 weeks. This includes the Gallery and shop, the Café, Te Kowhai Print Trust, Quarry Co-op Shop, the Woodturners group, kiln operations and all artist studios.
All exhibitions and … View more
Dear Quarry Arts Friends,
In response to government directives the Quarry Arts Centre is fully closed for the next 4 weeks. This includes the Gallery and shop, the Café, Te Kowhai Print Trust, Quarry Co-op Shop, the Woodturners group, kiln operations and all artist studios.
All exhibitions and scheduled workshops are cancelled, for the time being, and we will be unable to provide ceramics supplies or kiln services until further notice. If you have booked an upcoming class or workshop, we will make contact with you soon.
If you need to contact staff, you can do so by email admin@quarryarts.org or manager@quarryarts.org

We hope to keep you up to date as the situation develops.
Please accept our warm wishes to you and your family in these trying times.
Yours,
The Quarry Arts Team

Our mailing address is:
Quarry Arts Centre
21 Selwyn Ave
Vinetown
Whangarei, Ntl 0110
New Zealand

1716 days ago

What Whangārei events are hit by coronavirus?

Denise Piper Reporter from Whangārei Leader

Whangarei’s immensely popular Fritter Festival - planned for March 28 -has been cancelled because of concerns about coronavirus. The organisers are disappointed but believed the event would not have been allowed to go ahead, while headline acts Katchafire (pictured) and ManaLion would have been … View moreWhangarei’s immensely popular Fritter Festival - planned for March 28 -has been cancelled because of concerns about coronavirus. The organisers are disappointed but believed the event would not have been allowed to go ahead, while headline acts Katchafire (pictured) and ManaLion would have been in self-isolation on the date.
What other Whangārei events have been cancelled or postponed due to coronavirus fears? Post your information here for free.

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1709 days ago

Ideas for connecting with your neighbours while self-isolating:

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

- Leave a note in the letterbox with your contact details
- Create a Facebook page for your street / building
- Start a WhatsApp or Viber group chat
- Give a wave from 2m away and ask how they're going
- Find and join a local Neighbourhood Support group here:

www.neighbourhoodsupport.co.nz...View more
- Leave a note in the letterbox with your contact details
- Create a Facebook page for your street / building
- Start a WhatsApp or Viber group chat
- Give a wave from 2m away and ask how they're going
- Find and join a local Neighbourhood Support group here:

www.neighbourhoodsupport.co.nz...

There are plenty of ways to keep in touch and support one another over the next several weeks. Just don't forget about those with limited internet or mobile phone access!

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1710 days ago

Are you still saving water?

Denise Piper Reporter from Whangārei Leader

Officials say Northland's drought is far from over and Whangārei residents could be using next summer's water supply if we have a dry winter. Are you still saving water? Are you finding it easier or harder now we are seeing autumn weather?

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1709 days ago

Avoid food poisoning at home

Ministry for Primary Industries

It’s a great time to cook for family, and whether you’re dining in or grilling on the BBQ, good food will always be on the menu. But, did you know that half of all food poisoning occurs in the home?

Follow the three simple Cs – clean, cook, chill to avoid getting ill. We all want to keep … View more
It’s a great time to cook for family, and whether you’re dining in or grilling on the BBQ, good food will always be on the menu. But, did you know that half of all food poisoning occurs in the home?

Follow the three simple Cs – clean, cook, chill to avoid getting ill. We all want to keep our friends and families safe, and the 3Cs can help you avoid common foodborne illnesses.

Check out foodsafety.govt.nz/ccc for handy food safety tips.
Learn More

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1710 days ago

We're in this together!

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Now is your chance to get organised and come up with a plan for supporting your neighbours and keeping in touch over the next several weeks. We've come up with this 'Our Neighbourhood Plan' template to help.

For additional advice and resources, visit our website at the below link:

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1711 days ago

Water tank level indicator

Richard from Parua Bay / Whangarei Heads

Features:
* Quick and easy to install - takes about 10 minutes.
* Seals directly to the tank.

* Suitable for all existing and new tanks.

* No batteries or wiring required.
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Features:
* Quick and easy to install - takes about 10 minutes.
* Seals directly to the tank.

* Suitable for all existing and new tanks.

* No batteries or wiring required.

* Easy to read dial face with 'Empty' and 'Full' indicators.

* Adapts to different tank widths and styles.

* Suitable for all vented tanks up to 2.5M in height.

* Requires a 32mm hole saw. (Available from me for $10)



Comes with complete fitting and calibrating instructions.

Email me: rich102nz@gmail.com

Price: $54

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