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Ahipara and Te Oneroa-a-Tōhē/Ninety Mile Beach are among Northland beaches that will be patrolled by kaitiaki rangers this year. A formal management plan is being written, while iwi have reinforced a rāhui to the south. Is Ninety Mile Beach important to you? Why? What other Northland beaches … View moreAhipara and Te Oneroa-a-Tōhē/Ninety Mile Beach are among Northland beaches that will be patrolled by kaitiaki rangers this year. A formal management plan is being written, while iwi have reinforced a rāhui to the south. Is Ninety Mile Beach important to you? Why? What other Northland beaches need patrols?
Hi neighbours,
Outdated signs are causing confusion over whether dogs are permitted on parks and beaches after a recent change in rules.
Have you encountered this problem?
Hi neighbours. The fire in early October which left Matakana's Sawmill Brewery extensively damaged was caused by the "spontaneous ignition" of a pile of laundry. Sawmill Brewery owners Mike Sutherland and Kirsty McKay say the rebuild was underway and they expected to reopen in Autumn… View moreHi neighbours. The fire in early October which left Matakana's Sawmill Brewery extensively damaged was caused by the "spontaneous ignition" of a pile of laundry. Sawmill Brewery owners Mike Sutherland and Kirsty McKay say the rebuild was underway and they expected to reopen in Autumn 2020. Are you looking forward to returning to Sawmill Brewery?
A late-night fire at Matakana's Sawmill Brewery which left it extensively damaged was caused by the …
Another 10 double passes to SIX60 have been drawn for our Neighbourly members! We have 100 double passes to give away as well as an exclusive concert by one of the supporting acts from the SIX60 tour.
To be eligible, make sure you are a verified Neighbourly member (need a hand verifying your … View moreAnother 10 double passes to SIX60 have been drawn for our Neighbourly members! We have 100 double passes to give away as well as an exclusive concert by one of the supporting acts from the SIX60 tour.
To be eligible, make sure you are a verified Neighbourly member (need a hand verifying your address? Click here). We’ll also need to see you being more Neighbourly, whether it’s posting to your neighbourhood, replying to questions or inviting your neighbour to join the site (we’ve put together a few ideas here).
There's something fishy going on in the Hauraki Gulf – thousands of dead mackerel were found floati…
We’re adjusting our electorate boundaries for the next two general elections.
By making sure each electorate has about the same number of people, we can give all New Zealanders equal representation in Parliament. It’s all balance.
If we move one of your electorate boundaries, you could … View moreWe’re adjusting our electorate boundaries for the next two general elections.
By making sure each electorate has about the same number of people, we can give all New Zealanders equal representation in Parliament. It’s all balance.
If we move one of your electorate boundaries, you could end up in a different electorate to the one you’re in now – so we show you what we’re proposing before we make any changes and give you the opportunity to share your thoughts.
Have your say now at vote.nz
Hi Neighbourly - we're looking for a first-home buyer to talk about why it was their goal to buy a house and the reasons behind it (need to be willing to be pictured with it). We're also looking for a few people 50 years or older to talk about how important owning their own home is to … View moreHi Neighbourly - we're looking for a first-home buyer to talk about why it was their goal to buy a house and the reasons behind it (need to be willing to be pictured with it). We're also looking for a few people 50 years or older to talk about how important owning their own home is to their retirement goals
Can you help? Email susan.edmunds@stuff.co.nz
Beyond the Rimu Grove
By Patricia Fenton
A rural saga set in 1960s New Zealand
Available from Paper Plus, Morans (Dargaville) McLeods (Rotorua) and other selected bookshops. Also available as an e-book from Barnes and Noble, Apple Books, Kobo and Tolino.
E-mail: info@lit-links.nz
Website: … View moreBeyond the Rimu Grove
By Patricia Fenton
A rural saga set in 1960s New Zealand
Available from Paper Plus, Morans (Dargaville) McLeods (Rotorua) and other selected bookshops. Also available as an e-book from Barnes and Noble, Apple Books, Kobo and Tolino.
E-mail: info@lit-links.nz
Website: www.lit-links.nz...
A short-beaked common dolphin has been lurking alone on Big Manly beach since Wednesday evening.
Common dolphins are an abundant, protected species and prefer swimming a few kilometres from the shoreline. They are especially common in the Hauraki Gulf.
Marine mammal rescue organisation Project … View moreA short-beaked common dolphin has been lurking alone on Big Manly beach since Wednesday evening.
Common dolphins are an abundant, protected species and prefer swimming a few kilometres from the shoreline. They are especially common in the Hauraki Gulf.
Marine mammal rescue organisation Project Jonah believed the male dolphin was unwell given its unusual swimming behaviours. It wasn't normal for dolphins to be separated from their pod.
"We'd like people to respect its space. If it approaches, stay in the shallows or get out of the water," general manager Daren Grover said.
A young dolphin lurking in shallow waters at an Auckland beach is likely unwell, a rescue organisati…
Hi neighbours, we all know Kiwis love coffee but a survey has found that Auckland coffee drinkers are more likely to buy their coffee than Kiwis from the regions. A third of Aucklanders buy at least half of their weekly coffees and most preferred a flat white. How often do you buy coffee out? What … View moreHi neighbours, we all know Kiwis love coffee but a survey has found that Auckland coffee drinkers are more likely to buy their coffee than Kiwis from the regions. A third of Aucklanders buy at least half of their weekly coffees and most preferred a flat white. How often do you buy coffee out? What do you usually order? And which local cafes do you think make the best coffee? Share your thoughts in the comments.
NIWA says signs of drought are evident in parts of Northland and drought conditions are "imminent". There are several water restrictions in the Far North. Have you seen signs of drought? How are you preparing for summer?
Are you affected by these recalls?:
1. Tegel brand Crumbed Chicken Burgers has been recalled as the product may contain foreign matter (small pieces of metal wire). Click here for more information and consumer advice.
2. Specific batches of its Countdown brand Trevally Fillets has been … View moreAre you affected by these recalls?:
1. Tegel brand Crumbed Chicken Burgers has been recalled as the product may contain foreign matter (small pieces of metal wire). Click here for more information and consumer advice.
2. Specific batches of its Countdown brand Trevally Fillets has been recalled as the product contains an elevated level of histamine. Click here for more information and consumer advice. Note: This product is sold in Countdown stores throughout the North Island and online.
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