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The Orewa Beach Series is a series of 10 events taking place every Thursday evening at Orewa Beach from 1 December. Choose to take part in either the Run, Ocean Swim or Stand Up Paddle event options. You can choose to come along to 1 event, 10 events or any number in between – whatever works for … View moreThe Orewa Beach Series is a series of 10 events taking place every Thursday evening at Orewa Beach from 1 December. Choose to take part in either the Run, Ocean Swim or Stand Up Paddle event options. You can choose to come along to 1 event, 10 events or any number in between – whatever works for you!
We have four 4-event passes to giveaway. To enter, simply write a comment stating which event you'd most like to participate in.
Competition closes on Monday, 28 November at midday.
Down to earth celebrity has many humourous anecdotes and tips for life.
Gardening guru and former editor of New Zealand Gardener Lynda Hallinan was guest speaker at the Glitterati Garden Party, held to launch this year's Whangarei Garden Discovery. 2016 marks the 20th anniversary of the … View moreDown to earth celebrity has many humourous anecdotes and tips for life.
Gardening guru and former editor of New Zealand Gardener Lynda Hallinan was guest speaker at the Glitterati Garden Party, held to launch this year's Whangarei Garden Discovery. 2016 marks the 20th anniversary of the garden discovery and fittingly 20 gardens, rural and coastal gardens from Parua Bay, Maunu, Maungatapere, Kamo to Kauri were opened to public for viewing.
Hosted at the Whangarei Quarry Gardens on November 17, Hallinan gave an entertaining perspective of gardening husbands and children. She also signed copies of her latest book "Foggydale Farm, Jam Sessions".
Music by Sistema and Northland Opera, cocktails and prizes for the best dressed added to the entertainment line up. Members of the original committee were in attendance during the mix and mingle that preceded the three day garden trail along with many of the gardeners whose hard work was on display.
A controversial weed spray has been removed from Auckland Council's gardening practice in select parts of the city as well as on Waiheke. It's still used in Rodney and North Harbour.
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*Please write NFP (Not For Print) … View moreA controversial weed spray has been removed from Auckland Council's gardening practice in select parts of the city as well as on Waiheke. It's still used in Rodney and North Harbour.
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Opera - but not to serious !!!
Opera North Whangarei entertained at guest at the "Glitterati cocktail soiree at the Whangarei Quarry Garden.
Alisa Dodds and Emma Couper's theatricals while they sang The Grass is Always Greener from The World Goes Round captured the audience's … View moreOpera - but not to serious !!!
Opera North Whangarei entertained at guest at the "Glitterati cocktail soiree at the Whangarei Quarry Garden.
Alisa Dodds and Emma Couper's theatricals while they sang The Grass is Always Greener from The World Goes Round captured the audience's attention.
Susan Alves also drew many a smile with her fun version of Poisoning Pigeons in the Park by Tom Lehrer
Lachie McLean is an accomplished and well- known pianist with Opera North Whangarei played for the group.
Take a page out of Mark Vette’s book, look out for your local community this summer, be careful and keep your speeds down: at.govt.nz...
We’ve supported junior football in New Zealand for over a decade – helping thousands of kids, their coaches and parents kick-start dreams. We've also been recognising the people who make it happen; over 6000 coaches around the country who give up their time every season to support their … View moreWe’ve supported junior football in New Zealand for over a decade – helping thousands of kids, their coaches and parents kick-start dreams. We've also been recognising the people who make it happen; over 6000 coaches around the country who give up their time every season to support their communities. A special congratulations to our 2016 Junior Football Coaches of the Year! Recognise anyone in your community?
We want to get even more Kiwi kids outdoors this summer and practicing their football skills for next season. That’s why we’ve partnered with Neighbourly to give away 60 football and bottle prize packs! Find out how to win!
Kiwi kids thrive on playing outdoors. Whether it's climbing trees, kicking a ball or building a hut, getting outside and exploring our backyards is part of who we are. So we've partnered with our friends at McDonald's to celebrate this New Zealand rite of passage. All you have to do … View moreKiwi kids thrive on playing outdoors. Whether it's climbing trees, kicking a ball or building a hut, getting outside and exploring our backyards is part of who we are. So we've partnered with our friends at McDonald's to celebrate this New Zealand rite of passage. All you have to do is share a photo below of the smallest members of your family outdoors with their football and you could win one of 60 football and bottle prize packs.
Please note: any photos shared below may star on Stuff.co.nz next week! Your football loving Kiwi kid could be famous!
Post your photo below to enter the draw.
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Feedback is open on the propose cycle route until 18 December, have your say now: at.govt.nz...
Do you have your basic supplies ready if you are stuck at home or have to leave in a hurry? Make a plan today to work out what you need, who can help you and who might need your help.
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Auckland Mayor Phil Goff said he will freeze rate rises and introduce a visitor levy.
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We love to give back to our local communities! Give Local is a campaign which offers kind-spirited customers, like you, to easily donate non-perishable food items and health products to local charities who find Christmas a tough time of year.
Show your support and tell your neighbours, friends … View moreWe love to give back to our local communities! Give Local is a campaign which offers kind-spirited customers, like you, to easily donate non-perishable food items and health products to local charities who find Christmas a tough time of year.
Show your support and tell your neighbours, friends and family to look out for specially-marked Give Local trolleys in all FreshChoice stores throughout New Zealand.
You have until New Years’ Day to drop-off your contributions. We look forward to seeing you in-store!
Hats off to Dargaville Racing Club's committee They tackled the recent issue with a clear head, battled for solutions and gained the respect of its punters and business suporters. Well done guys!!!
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Dargaville Racing Club's special spring meet which allows punters to … View moreHats off to Dargaville Racing Club's committee They tackled the recent issue with a clear head, battled for solutions and gained the respect of its punters and business suporters. Well done guys!!!
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Dargaville Racing Club's special spring meet which allows punters to bring their own alcohol is likely to become a thing of the past.
With corporate tents booked and busloads from Kaitaia, Mangonui, Kerikeri, Opononi, Whangarei, Tutukaka and Waipu scheduled, racing was called off on November 11.
The call to abandon the meet after race three was made after a soft patch surfaced on the 700 metre mark compromising the safety of horses and jockeys.
It was the second blow to be dealt to the club.
Only days out from the meet the club was told their special race day alcohol licence which normally allowed punters to bring in their own alcohol - something the event is well known for - had been turned down.
Club president Tim Antonio says he is baffled as to why the Whangarei police had opposed the BYO licence, especially as to his knowledge there had never been any trouble in the past. He felt it unlikely BYO would be permitted at future race meetings.
But the club remains positive about the day and its future viability.
"It could have turned really sour, but everyone rose to the occasion, many staying on well after the tote and bars were closed to enjoy the atmosphere ... I was thrilled at the behaviour and attitude... everyone embraced the new rules and made it work on the day."
After frantic discussions a compromise was reached and with limitations on where racegoers could drink the day went ahead.
Concerns punters would keep away due to the alcohol restrictions were alleviated when patrons turned out in their numbers including Northland MP Winston Peters and Sir Peter Vela, the president of New Zealand Bloodstock and principal of Pencarrow Stud who flew in by helicopter.
The track was checked twice by officials before race day, but a 50 metre patch cut up bad enough to make further racing on the day unsafe.
New Zealand Thoroughbred Racing has offered Dargaville the chance of another race day.
The opportunity is yet to be discussed by the local committee but it is likely to be a late summer or autumn meet.
NZTR will also reimburse travel costs to those trainers whose horses didn't start on November 11.
* Do you have fond memories at Dargaville's spring meet? Email them to jenny.ling@fairfaxmedia.co.nz
The countdown has started and we are just a few months away from New Zealand's largest fun run and walk - Round the Bays.
From early morning trainings to the heroic moment you cross that finish line, the Rodney Times wants to follow one group's journey as they tackle the annual race. … View moreThe countdown has started and we are just a few months away from New Zealand's largest fun run and walk - Round the Bays.
From early morning trainings to the heroic moment you cross that finish line, the Rodney Times wants to follow one group's journey as they tackle the annual race.
We are looking for families, work mates, social groups, sports teams, anyone who is planning on training for and participating in the 8.4km trot from the Auckland CBD to St Heliers Bay. The start is located at Quay Street and the course continues along the Waitemata harbour to a spectacular finish.
Earlier this year, the race attracted more than 30,000 participants.
The selected group will have their progress tracked by a personal trainer for a period of eight weeks leading up to the race and the Rodney Times will run a story each week documenting the ride. Kit and entry fee will be provided.
Groups can be up to six people and need to make a brief pitch to RoundtheBays@fairfaxmedia.co.nz telling us a bit about the group and why you are keen to be involved. Be sure to include what area you are from and what your local paper is.
Celebrating its 10th anniversary, The Winery Tour is returning in 2017 with an all-star line-up featuring two of New Zealand’s most successful artists of all time, Brooke Fraser and Bic Runga, and exciting newcomer Benny Tipene. Clocking 139 shows over the past decade, The Winery Tour celebrates … View moreCelebrating its 10th anniversary, The Winery Tour is returning in 2017 with an all-star line-up featuring two of New Zealand’s most successful artists of all time, Brooke Fraser and Bic Runga, and exciting newcomer Benny Tipene. Clocking 139 shows over the past decade, The Winery Tour celebrates the Kiwi summer in the best way possible, with outstanding music great wine and food in some of New Zealand’s most idyllic wineries and outdoor venues. The Winery Tour is a family friendly all ages show and children under 12 will be granted free entry with an adult ticket holder (one child per ticket).
We have two double-passes to give away to The Winery Tour at Ascension Wine Estate in Matakana on Saturday, February 4.
To enter, please hit reply and tell us who you'd take with you to the event. The competition will close on November 25 2016.
The Winery Tour are available from www.winerytour.co.nz...
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