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Kia ora neighbours. We give away free copies to readers whose recipes are used in our magazine, and we're still on the hunt for pear recipes! Send your family's favourite way to use up this delicious fruit, to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, by the end of this week . If we use it in the mag, … View moreKia ora neighbours. We give away free copies to readers whose recipes are used in our magazine, and we're still on the hunt for pear recipes! Send your family's favourite way to use up this delicious fruit, to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, by the end of this week . If we use it in the mag, you will receive a free copy of the April issue.
As the colder months approach, it's essential to ensure your home stays warm and safe. At Plumbing & Heating Centre, we offer a range of fireplace services to meet all your needs. Whether it's routine maintenance, chimney sweeps, or new fire installs, we've got you covered.
… View moreAs the colder months approach, it's essential to ensure your home stays warm and safe. At Plumbing & Heating Centre, we offer a range of fireplace services to meet all your needs. Whether it's routine maintenance, chimney sweeps, or new fire installs, we've got you covered.
Our Services Include:
- Fireplace Maintenance: Regular check-ups to keep the bricks and baffles in your fireplace in top condition.
- Chimney Sweeps: Thorough cleaning to prevent chimney fires and improve efficiency.
- New Fire Installs: Complete installation of new fireplaces in the Kaipara & Whangarei regions
Don't wait until it's too late! Click here to book your annual chimney clean and ensure your home is ready for the winter season.
Step into a vibrant pop up community market filled with local charm and unique treasures! There are 20 plus stalls that you can browse and shop at with a delightful selection of clothing, handmade crafts, stunning earrings, and thoughtful gifts. Discover beautiful paintings, art, embroidery, … View moreStep into a vibrant pop up community market filled with local charm and unique treasures! There are 20 plus stalls that you can browse and shop at with a delightful selection of clothing, handmade crafts, stunning earrings, and thoughtful gifts. Discover beautiful paintings, art, embroidery, one-of-a-kind souvenirs, kauri wood crafts, and elegant jewelry. Don’t miss the adorable baby toys, baby clothes and cozy baby hats, along with beautifully crocheted and knitted creations. Whether you're shopping for a special keepsake or simply soaking in the lively atmosphere, the Cruise Ship Day Market offers something for everyone!
Proudly sponsored by Neighbour Aotearoa - Whangarei & Kaipara, Reyburn House and Northland Society of Arts.
NEW ART EXHIIBITION @ REYBURN HOUSE ART GALLERY - Free Entry
Check it out - starting this week another Art Exhibition from 18th March 2025 - 13 April 2025.
Come and enjoy the timeless art of embroidery.
✂️✨ Family Style Cuts + FREEBIES ! ✨✂️
Looking for stylish cuts for the whole family? We’ve got two amazing deals just for you! 🎉
👨👩👧👦 Deal 1:
Purchase an Adult Style Hair Cut + Kids Style Hair Cut and get a second Kids Style Hair Cut FREE!
☔ Deal … View more✂️✨ Family Style Cuts + FREEBIES ! ✨✂️
Looking for stylish cuts for the whole family? We’ve got two amazing deals just for you! 🎉
👨👩👧👦 Deal 1:
Purchase an Adult Style Hair Cut + Kids Style Hair Cut and get a second Kids Style Hair Cut FREE!
☔ Deal 2:
Spend $60 or more in-store and receive a FREE Umbrella – perfect for those rainy Whangarei days!
📍 Location: 8a Cameron Street, Whangarei
🕘 Trading Hours: Monday to Saturday, 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
✨ No appointments needed – just walk in and get styled!
But hurry, these offers are weekdays only! Don’t miss the chance to treat the family and snag a freebie while you're at it.
Offer valid for limited time. Hurry Up!
Tag your friends, share the news, and visit us @followers for your next fresh hair cut!
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Good People
On Thursday, 20th March at 6pm WFS will be screening the uplifting Italian dramatic comedy, There's Still Tomorrow.
Our 8pm screening is the powerful and inspiring documentary about the Women’s Football World Cup, Copa 71.
Films are screened at Forum North, 7 Rust Ave … View moreGood People
On Thursday, 20th March at 6pm WFS will be screening the uplifting Italian dramatic comedy, There's Still Tomorrow.
Our 8pm screening is the powerful and inspiring documentary about the Women’s Football World Cup, Copa 71.
Films are screened at Forum North, 7 Rust Ave Whangarei in the Capitaine Bougainville Theatre.
People can also renew their memberships for 2025 at our membership table. The annual fee for 2025 remains the same at $30 and includes one free ticket.
You also have the option to pay your membership fee online. Details are available on the WFS website. Go to whangareifilmsociety.org
THERE'S STILL TOMORROW.
Italy, subtitles, 2023, Dramatic comedy
Delia lives in Rome in the late 1940s in a working-class community which is slowly but surely rebuilding itself after the war. She shares a small flat with her domineering husband, their three children and her sick father-in-law.
Delia resolutely deals with the daily challenges of family life and has a best friend with whom she shares moments of levity. Delia’s dream though is for her daughter, Marcella to one day have a better life than she does. Delia is resigned to her fate - the good with the bad - until one day a mysterious letter arrives.
"An inspiring story that delights in small victories and the dream of female empowerment." - Screen International
View the trailer at www.youtube.com...
Showing at Forum North, 7 Rust Ave Whangarei
on Thursday, 20th March at 6pm and Thursday, 27th March at 8pm
Tickets: Door sales only. $10 WFS members. Non-members pay $5 extra as an Associate Membership fee, (Total of $15) per film.
All welcome. Cash only please – no Eftpos available.
Like us on Facebook or visit whangareifilmsociety.org for updates
Kia ora Neighbourly family,
The Bio Septic Cleaner—an eco-friendly, natural, and green solution for maintaining septic tanks. It’s an easy and cost-effective alternative, priced at less than a cup of coffee you get a whole month solution!
A super affordable option compared to the high … View moreKia ora Neighbourly family,
The Bio Septic Cleaner—an eco-friendly, natural, and green solution for maintaining septic tanks. It’s an easy and cost-effective alternative, priced at less than a cup of coffee you get a whole month solution!
A super affordable option compared to the high costs of septic tank pumping.
Check out their Facebook: Organica Biotech NZ. By purchasing in-store ( Hammer Hardware, Bob stores, Tutukaka G Store etc), you also save on courier costs! But if you prefer online shopping, get this amazing natural product online.
Let’s keep our environment clean while saving money! 🚰💚
Ngā mihi,
FRIDAY 21 & SATURDAY 22 MARCH, 10AM - 2PM
After an incredible turnout at our recent open days, we’re excited to open our doors to you again!
Join us at our open days and explore our lifestyle and care options, tour our show homes and see the amenities on offer. Plus, for a limited time,… View moreFRIDAY 21 & SATURDAY 22 MARCH, 10AM - 2PM
After an incredible turnout at our recent open days, we’re excited to open our doors to you again!
Join us at our open days and explore our lifestyle and care options, tour our show homes and see the amenities on offer. Plus, for a limited time, when you move into an independent apartment or townhouse, we’ll give you a $15,000 House of Travel Gift Card*.
*Participating villages only, Ts and Cs apply
What can you do if you buy something that breaks soon after you buy it? It's time for another helpful Q&A.
Today we have Andrew Hubbard from Citizens Advice Bureau New Zealand (CABNZ) who will be answering your questions about your consumer rights.
A little bit about Andrew:
Dr … View moreWhat can you do if you buy something that breaks soon after you buy it? It's time for another helpful Q&A.
Today we have Andrew Hubbard from Citizens Advice Bureau New Zealand (CABNZ) who will be answering your questions about your consumer rights.
A little bit about Andrew:
Dr Andrew Hubbard is deputy chief executive of Citizens Advice Bureau New Zealand (CAB) and loves working for the CAB so much that he’s been there for more than fifteen years.
Andrew believes in the difference people can make working together in the community and loves being able to support the work of the more than 2000 CAB volunteers across the motu. Andrew’s background is in policy and he’s been actively involved in consumer issues for the fifteen years he’s been at the CAB.
Andrew and the CAB team are ready to answer your questions about your consumer rights. This might be questions about when you can get a refunds, your rights when buying via Facebook or overseas, product delivery issues and what to do if a retailer won't sort a problem out for you.
Andrew is here live on Wednesday from 9.30am for your questions.
We've all heard about the school lunch saga happening around the country, with some questioning the quality of the meals. Since kids can be picky eaters, it raises the question - what makes a great school lunch?
Let's not debate why times are tough and these kids need school lunches, … View moreWe've all heard about the school lunch saga happening around the country, with some questioning the quality of the meals. Since kids can be picky eaters, it raises the question - what makes a great school lunch?
Let's not debate why times are tough and these kids need school lunches, let's brainstorm!
Share your favourite lunches from your school days or the go-to meals your kids love! Perhaps we can come up with a menu of crowd-pleasing school lunches...
TikiPride Presents Whanau at the Falls Community Event on Saturday 29th March 2025, 12.00noon to 4.00pm.
For Rodnie and Bryan, retirement at Ryman’s Edmund Hillary Village is all about seizing every opportunity to explore. From trekking through Nepal and enduring the cold in Antarctica to immersing themselves in Aboriginal culture in the Australian Outback, their epic retirement proves that age is … View moreFor Rodnie and Bryan, retirement at Ryman’s Edmund Hillary Village is all about seizing every opportunity to explore. From trekking through Nepal and enduring the cold in Antarctica to immersing themselves in Aboriginal culture in the Australian Outback, their epic retirement proves that age is no barrier to discovery. Just as Sir Edmund Hillary pushed the limits of exploration, residents of his namesake village continue to chart their own extraordinary journeys.
“We’ll keep travelling for as long as we can,” says Rodnie.
Click read more for the full story.
Our true nature is endless well-being, so as soon as the small black pearl of self-cherishing disappears, we discover our true nature, which has no problems. Then we breathe out clear white light representing all our boundless wisdom, compassion, good health, good karma—everything good within us.… View moreOur true nature is endless well-being, so as soon as the small black pearl of self-cherishing disappears, we discover our true nature, which has no problems. Then we breathe out clear white light representing all our boundless wisdom, compassion, good health, good karma—everything good within us. This light is sent out with the breath, and we visualize it melting into the person, present or imagined. Visualize every cell of their body soaked in light and being healed, so that they are completely happy and at ease. With the in-breath, we take in the darkness; with the out-breath, we give out all our bright healing qualities as clear light. for more teachings contact us for timings .
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)
Speed bumps are a hot topic in many neighborhoods - they aim to slow down speeding drivers, but they also impact everyone on the road. In your opinion, do you think they do the trick or are they just an inconvenience?
Share your thoughts below.
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