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Kia ora neighbours. We will give away free copies to readers whose recipes are used in our magazine, and we're on the hunt for all things lime! Send your family's favourite way to use up this citrus, to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, by April 17, 2025. If we use it in the mag, you will receive… View moreKia ora neighbours. We will give away free copies to readers whose recipes are used in our magazine, and we're on the hunt for all things lime! Send your family's favourite way to use up this citrus, to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, by April 17, 2025. If we use it in the mag, you will receive a free copy of the June issue.
It hasn't been that long since our last list of recalled products but they keep coming! There's been some popular products recalled recently and we want to make sure you're not using these.
Check out the list and click on the blue text to find more information.
Food recalls:
… View moreIt hasn't been that long since our last list of recalled products but they keep coming! There's been some popular products recalled recently and we want to make sure you're not using these.
Check out the list and click on the blue text to find more information.
Food recalls:
Pams afghan oat baked bars
Daily Bread / Dough Boys hot cross buns
Gilmours beef stock and bouillon
Daily Foods Co hot and sour seasoning & spicy perilla leaf seasoning
Lianhua Supermarket ready to eat chicken and pork pieces
Dr Bugs fruit candy popcorn
Product recalls:
Serene S2068 bathroom heaters
Kmart/Anko Double Walled Coffee Cups with Lids
Panda Mart baby walker
Panda Mart fairy cake toy
Panda Mart ice cream car
Panda Mart toy cars
Panda Mart various table lamps
Makita grease guns and flexible hoses
Panda Mart gardening tool
Polaris Ranger kinetic
Panda Mart mini night light
Conversion lead
Turbo Como e-bike
The Warehouse / Young Original sleepsuits
Good People
On Thursday, 17th April at 6pm WFS will be screening a fascinating architectural documentary about two renowned NZ architects, Maurice and I.
Our 8pm screening is the wonderful French dramatic comedy, A Difficult Year.
Films are screened at Forum North, 7 Rust Ave Whangarei … View moreGood People
On Thursday, 17th April at 6pm WFS will be screening a fascinating architectural documentary about two renowned NZ architects, Maurice and I.
Our 8pm screening is the wonderful French dramatic comedy, A Difficult Year.
Films are screened at Forum North, 7 Rust Ave Whangarei in the Capitaine Bougainville Theatre.
You can also renew your membership for 2025. The annual fee remains at $30 and includes one free ticket.
Or pay your membership fee online. Go to whangareifilmsociety.org
MAURICE AND I
New Zealand, 2024, Doco, 99 mins
Cast: Sir Miles Warren, Maurice Mahoney
Maurice and I celebrates the architectural partnership of Sir Miles Warren and Maurice Mahoney, whose innovative ‘brutalist’ designs redefined the look of Christchurch architecture in the 1960s and 70s.
During their careers, the two men enhanced the community’s cultural and social fabric. Their work, including the iconic Christchurch Town Hall, was nearly erased by the 2011 earthquakes and they launched a passionate campaign to try to preserve it.
Using rare archival footage and exclusive interviews, the film reflects on their remarkable legacy and the community impact of their bold architectural vision over two decades.
MAURICE AND I is an enthralling exploration of partnership and the enduring importance of architecture in shaping and enriching our lives." IMDB
View the trailer at: www.youtube.com...
Showing at Forum North, 7 Rust Ave Whangarei on Thursday, 17th April at 6pm and Thursday, 24th April at 8pm.
Tickets: Door sales only. $10 WFS members. Non-members pay $5 extra as an Associate Membership fee per film. (Total of $15)
All welcome. Cash only please – no Eftpos available.
Like us on Facebook or visit whangareifilmsociety.org for updates
Autumn’s here and the cold weather is fast approaching. So, grab a flu jab and help protect yourself against flu before winter arrives.
The flu vaccine is free if you’re 65 or over. It’s also free for pregnant people and for many others with certain underlying health conditions, including … View moreAutumn’s here and the cold weather is fast approaching. So, grab a flu jab and help protect yourself against flu before winter arrives.
The flu vaccine is free if you’re 65 or over. It’s also free for pregnant people and for many others with certain underlying health conditions, including diabetes, heart and lung diseases, and mental health conditions.
To book your flu vaccine contact your doctor, pharmacy or healthcare provider, or visit BookMyVaccine.nz
Get ready for a weekend full of FREE events!
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A lovely new feature at the isite Information Centre: The Cabbage Tree Café!
The new owners Anna Xu and Henry Wu are all set up and ready to go. They previously operated The Cabbage Tree Café on Rathbone Street and have kept the same business name.
Reana Te Hei, Whangārei isite Team Leader … View moreA lovely new feature at the isite Information Centre: The Cabbage Tree Café!
The new owners Anna Xu and Henry Wu are all set up and ready to go. They previously operated The Cabbage Tree Café on Rathbone Street and have kept the same business name.
Reana Te Hei, Whangārei isite Team Leader is ecstatic – “it already feels busy with curious locals and tourists noticing the activity, we are so excited!"
"When the visitor centre was built back in the 1990’s the site was specifically chosen with the visitor’s needs and wants in mind – free parking, a playground for the kids, toilet and shower facilities, an information centre, and of course a café."
“The isite is a one stop shop for the many manuhiri (guests) we welcome to Whangarei 364 days a year. We leverage each other’s customers so it’s a win for all."
Like the isite, the Cabbage Tree will be open 7 days a week, closed only on Christmas day. The cafe will open from 7:00am until 4:30pm.
TREE BOMBING - Saturday 12th April 2025, 10am-2pm
Come Sit & Knit and have a go!
Check out the Crafts & Coffee Knitting & Crocheting Group (aka Woolly Women) for ArtBeat 2025 Carnival Day @ Reyburn House, Town Basin, Whangarei.
For more information about Crafts & Coffee Group:
… View moreTREE BOMBING - Saturday 12th April 2025, 10am-2pm
Come Sit & Knit and have a go!
Check out the Crafts & Coffee Knitting & Crocheting Group (aka Woolly Women) for ArtBeat 2025 Carnival Day @ Reyburn House, Town Basin, Whangarei.
For more information about Crafts & Coffee Group:
- They meet at weekly Group Meetings: Tuesdays at 10.00am
- They attend and organise Special Events & Requests: Workshops, Sit & Knit, Tree Bombing, and other pre-arranged group activities.
Do you want to learn how to knit or crochet or both?
There group is friendly, creative, and always welcoming — plus, we’re very patient!
CONTACT: Gloria King, Group Coordinator for more information
on email: gloriaking968@icloud.com or mobile: 021 245 6742
Join us at Summerset Mt Denby on Wednesday 30 April. You'll learn tips and tricks on downsizing, and listing and selling your home. RSVP today.
For more info click the link.
Embark on a once-in-a-lifetime 18-night Panama Canal cruise and save up to $4,000 per couple! Immerse yourself in the awe-inspiring beauty of this iconic waterway, paired with unforgettable hotel stays in the vibrant cities of New York and Los Angeles. Plus, enjoy a complimentary upgrade from an … View moreEmbark on a once-in-a-lifetime 18-night Panama Canal cruise and save up to $4,000 per couple! Immerse yourself in the awe-inspiring beauty of this iconic waterway, paired with unforgettable hotel stays in the vibrant cities of New York and Los Angeles. Plus, enjoy a complimentary upgrade from an Interior to an Oceanview cabin.
Don't miss out - book your dream getaway today and experience the Panama Canal in unforgettable style.
*T&Cs apply, please see the Imagine Holidays website for full T&Cs.
At Ryman you won't pay your base weekly fee for a whole year* when you sign up to an independent apartment or townhouse at a participating Ryman village before 30 June 2025.
That means that you won’t pay rates, water rates, building insurance, maintenance fees and more. That’s great … View moreAt Ryman you won't pay your base weekly fee for a whole year* when you sign up to an independent apartment or townhouse at a participating Ryman village before 30 June 2025.
That means that you won’t pay rates, water rates, building insurance, maintenance fees and more. That’s great financial certainty.
*Terms and conditions apply.
Animal transport cage with removable plastic tray and comfortable mat. Dimensions 52cm wide, 76cm long and 58cm high. Pick up Whakapara area or can meet in Whangarei. Cash on pick up. Message or phone 0212049737
The Prospa Local Business Hero Awards are back! We're looking for local businesses that have stood out over the last 12 months - and by nominating a business in your community you could win some incredible prizes. Got an amazing mechanic? Know a super friendly pharmacist? Maybe you're … View moreThe Prospa Local Business Hero Awards are back! We're looking for local businesses that have stood out over the last 12 months - and by nominating a business in your community you could win some incredible prizes. Got an amazing mechanic? Know a super friendly pharmacist? Maybe you're gatekeeping a fab hairdresser. But it's time to spill!
Champion the incredible local businesses that make our New Zealand Neighbourhoods special by nominating them to be the 2025 Prospa Local Business Hero.
Nominations are now open – nominate your Local Business Hero now.
Our experts deliver fast, cost-effective Feasibility Assessments so you can move ahead with confidence. Plus, if you choose Cato Bolam for your project, we’ll credit the cost back to you. Call us today: 0800 2 CATOBOLAM
Thinking of buying or developing land? What’s the first question you … View moreOur experts deliver fast, cost-effective Feasibility Assessments so you can move ahead with confidence. Plus, if you choose Cato Bolam for your project, we’ll credit the cost back to you. Call us today: 0800 2 CATOBOLAM
Thinking of buying or developing land? What’s the first question you should ask? 🔍
✅ What can I build on this site? (Zoning & planning rules)
✅ Are there any hidden costs or risks? (Geotech, flood zones, services)
✅ How much will development cost? (Feasibility & budgeting)
✅ What’s my timeline? (Consent process & approvals)
We've all been on a summer roadie and experienced first-hand the state of our roads.
If you've ever been stuck in a summer traffic jam, had near-misses on dangerous turns or feared for your life on clifftops (while the car behind you is tail-gating!) - you may have an opinion on this … View moreWe've all been on a summer roadie and experienced first-hand the state of our roads.
If you've ever been stuck in a summer traffic jam, had near-misses on dangerous turns or feared for your life on clifftops (while the car behind you is tail-gating!) - you may have an opinion on this one.
Tell us what main road or highway you think needs some serious attention across the country, and why!
MAIN BENEFITS:
1. Enhance blood circulation
2. Provide pain relief, such as:
*Muscle pain
*Arthritis
*Inflammation
*Sciatica
*Lumbago… View moreMAIN BENEFITS:
1. Enhance blood circulation
2. Provide pain relief, such as:
*Muscle pain
*Arthritis
*Inflammation
*Sciatica
*Lumbago
*Period pain
3. Easy dial timer(10/20/30/40/50/60 minutes)
Not Suitable for This Treatment
Pregnant women, people with cardiovascular diseases, especially heart diseases, seriously ill, very weak, or exhausted by the disease
Pick up Whangarei area or arrange meeting place
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