Tutukaka Coast, Whangarei

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2826 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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2825 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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2825 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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2826 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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2826 days ago

Pre-Trail Exhibition at Whangarei Central Library

Whangarei Heads Arts Trail

Do not miss this Trail taster from the Whangarei Arts Trail 2017

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2826 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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2826 days ago

Whangarei Heads Arts Trail Easter 2017

Whangarei Heads Arts Trail

Do not miss our pre Arts Trail Exhibition at Whangarei Central Library in Rust Avenue where 10 fabulous local artists give you a small taste of what to expect at the main event at Easter.

2826 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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2828 days ago

Beer fridge

Alan & Hillary from Hikurangi Coastal

I have an excess beer fridge! Its old has been resealed but still wont stay closed so you get a free bungy cord as well. Not sure what size its about 1.5m high. Works real well aprt from the door wanting to keep opening which may just be adjustment. Pick up in Hikurangi

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2830 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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2828 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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2829 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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2830 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.

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