Kauri Coast, Dargaville

It is beginning to look a lot like Christmas!

It is beginning to look a lot like Christmas!

Do you have any festive tips your community needs to know about? Post them here!

2596 days ago

Weird stolen items

Caroline Williams Reporter from Rodney Times

Hi neighbours, we've received reports of people having strange things stolen from their homes and cars, including nappy bags, golf clubs, cigarette butts and prescription glasses. What weird things have you had stolen from you? When, where and how long ago? Let us know in the comments or email… View moreHi neighbours, we've received reports of people having strange things stolen from their homes and cars, including nappy bags, golf clubs, cigarette butts and prescription glasses. What weird things have you had stolen from you? When, where and how long ago? Let us know in the comments or email caroline.williams@stuff.co.nz with your stories.
[Please type 'NFP' if your story is not for publication.]

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2594 days ago

Record breaking cocaine seizure

Social Media Advisor from New Zealand Police

A joint international operation involving Australian Federal Police and New Zealand Customs Service has resulted in the arrest of a 41-year-old Sydney man and the seizure of approximately 190kg of cocaine making it New Zealand's largest cocaine seizure.

On Monday, 20 August 2018, a container … View more
A joint international operation involving Australian Federal Police and New Zealand Customs Service has resulted in the arrest of a 41-year-old Sydney man and the seizure of approximately 190kg of cocaine making it New Zealand's largest cocaine seizure.

On Monday, 20 August 2018, a container listed as a shipment of bananas arrived in Auckland, New Zealand, on a vessel from Balboa, Panama.

New Zealand Customs and Police inspected the container and found five duffel bags on top of the banana boxes, which contained 190 blocks of cocaine each weighing around a kilogram that had been wrapped in packaging tape.

🍌 B-A-N-A-N-A-S! 🍌

Anyone who wants to report illegal drug activity can contact their nearest Police station or you can contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

More here: www.police.govt.nz...

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2595 days ago

We've joined Neighbourly!

The Team from New Zealand Police

Kia ora neighbours,

We wanted to let you know that New Zealand Police have now joined Neighbourly! We're happy to be here!

Other than occasionally posting cute pictures of our canine friends, we plan to share with you the latest happenings in your community and around the country - as we… View more
Kia ora neighbours,

We wanted to let you know that New Zealand Police have now joined Neighbourly! We're happy to be here!

Other than occasionally posting cute pictures of our canine friends, we plan to share with you the latest happenings in your community and around the country - as we work together to create safer communities.

Please remember our Neighbourly page and private messages are not monitored by Police and are not the place to report crimes - IN AN EMERGENCY, DIAL 111.

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2595 days ago

Resene summer weekend project!

The Team from Resene ColorShop Whangarei

Add some colour to your barbecue table this summer! Get stuck into making these easy coasters using masking tape and Resene paint. Choose your favourite colour combinations and shapes. Make the most of your weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how to … View moreAdd some colour to your barbecue table this summer! Get stuck into making these easy coasters using masking tape and Resene paint. Choose your favourite colour combinations and shapes. Make the most of your weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how to create this quick and easy project yourself.

2595 days ago

Christmas made easy with Farmlands

Farmlands

Win up to $1000* of your shop back with Farmlands!

Spend $150 or more on your Farmlands Card between 1 November 2018 and 15 December 2018 at participating Card Partners to go in the draw to win. Plus, check out the Farmlands Gift Guide to find gift ideas for all the family.

Find out where to… View more
Win up to $1000* of your shop back with Farmlands!

Spend $150 or more on your Farmlands Card between 1 November 2018 and 15 December 2018 at participating Card Partners to go in the draw to win. Plus, check out the Farmlands Gift Guide to find gift ideas for all the family.

Find out where to shop this Christmas: www.farmlands.co.nz/christmas

*Terms and Conditions apply.
Find out more!

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2596 days ago

Lego Bricks

Chris from Maunu

Good Morning! Does anyone have any Lego pieces hanging around, that they're sick of picking up, or treading on?! If so, I know a little girl that would put it to do use! Thanks in advance.

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2597 days ago

Small quantity of Hay wanted

Barbara from Rural West Whangarei

Hi, I am wanting to buy a small quantity of fresh hay. Please phone Barb on 0211261280 if you can help.

2596 days ago

Save Barn’s summer showdown - Coming soon!

Save Barn

It’s official! Save Barn’s Summer Showdown is coming to Whangarei for 1 DAY ONLY - Saturday 24th November!

Saddle up for some serious savings on home and garden, trailers, tools, fishing, summer essentials and heaps more.

Plus - FREE sausage sizzle, FREE cake and coffee

Be one of the… View more
It’s official! Save Barn’s Summer Showdown is coming to Whangarei for 1 DAY ONLY - Saturday 24th November!

Saddle up for some serious savings on home and garden, trailers, tools, fishing, summer essentials and heaps more.

Plus - FREE sausage sizzle, FREE cake and coffee

Be one of the first 20 customers to make a purchase in store and get a FREE gift and from 12 noon we’ll be giving away spot prizes every hour!

It’s all going down at 46 Port Road, Whangarei opn Saturday 24th November – We’ll see you there!
Find out more!

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2597 days ago

Poll: Milldale or Wainui? What name do you prefer?

Juliet McGhie Reporter from Rodney Times

A new funding model, including an infrastructure payment collected with council rates, was announced yesterday at Milldale where 9000 homes will be built. But what do you think about the area's name? Do you prefer Wainui or Milldale? Or something else? Let us know your thoughts.

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Milldale or Wainui? What name do you prefer?
  • 71.9% Wainui?
    71.9% Complete
  • 12.5% Milldale?
    12.5% Complete
  • 15.6% Something else?
    15.6% Complete
64 votes
2597 days ago

Watch out for this phone scam neighbours!

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

Be aware, police have identified a new telephone scam targeting New Zealanders. If you receive an angry call from someone seeking compensation for car damages, hang up. To read more, click here.

What you need to know:
- The call will be from an international number that's … View more
Hi neighbours,

Be aware, police have identified a new telephone scam targeting New Zealanders. If you receive an angry call from someone seeking compensation for car damages, hang up. To read more, click here.

What you need to know:
- The call will be from an international number that's then redirected through a local number.
- The aggressive scammer could be very convincing.
- Upon answering, they demand money for damages from a vehicle collision they claim you were involved in.
- Police are urging people to warn elderly relatives so they do not fall victim to the scam and lose money.
- If you receive a call of this nature, police advise you to hang up immediately.

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