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Love raspberries? We will give away free copies of the December 2025 issue to readers whose raspberry recipes are used in our magazine. To be in the running, make sure you email your family's favourite way enjoy raspberry (dessert, salad, jam main?!): mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, by October 24, … View moreLove raspberries? We will give away free copies of the December 2025 issue to readers whose raspberry recipes are used in our magazine. To be in the running, make sure you email your family's favourite way enjoy raspberry (dessert, salad, jam main?!): mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, by October 24, 2025.
Its that time again for Sunday Markets and we have several coming up at Reyburn House.
Sunday 2 November 2025, 9am-3pm
Sunday 30 November 2025, 9am-3pm
Sunday 14 December 2025, 9am-3pm
Sunday 21 December 2025, 9am-3pm
There will be a trial of new hours and days that the JP Service Desk will operate at the Tikipunga Community Library, effective from Monday 10th November 2025.
From that date, a Justice of the Peace will be on-site as follows:
Mondays 10.15 am until 12.00 noon
Fridays 2.00 pm - 4.00 pm
… View moreThere will be a trial of new hours and days that the JP Service Desk will operate at the Tikipunga Community Library, effective from Monday 10th November 2025.
From that date, a Justice of the Peace will be on-site as follows:
Mondays 10.15 am until 12.00 noon
Fridays 2.00 pm - 4.00 pm
Thank you for your understanding.
The JP Service Desk at the Whangarei Central Library will be closed on Saturday 8 November 2025 due to our Association's AGM and training day. We apologise in advance for any inconvenience caused. The JP Service Desk at that location will resume as normal from Wednesday 12 November.
If you … View moreThe JP Service Desk at the Whangarei Central Library will be closed on Saturday 8 November 2025 due to our Association's AGM and training day. We apologise in advance for any inconvenience caused. The JP Service Desk at that location will resume as normal from Wednesday 12 November.
If you are in urgent need of our JP services, please look online for “FIND A JP”. Click on the Royal Federation of NZ Justices' Association website and enter your location to find a JP close to you.
The loss of a partner, access to healthcare, wanting to downsize, can all precipitate thoughts of moving into a retirement village.
When looking at options, we recommend you explore this link - www.cab.org.nz.... You might also find this a useful link (scroll down to the booklet … View moreThe loss of a partner, access to healthcare, wanting to downsize, can all precipitate thoughts of moving into a retirement village.
When looking at options, we recommend you explore this link - www.cab.org.nz.... You might also find this a useful link (scroll down to the booklet "thinking of living in a retirement village") -sorted.org.nz...
Come in and see us to discuss this and any other queries you might have at 6 Cobham Road, Procter Library Building, Kerikeri. Give us a call on 09 407 9829 or 0800 367 222. Or email us farnorth@cab.org.nz.
We are open Monday to Thursday 9.30 a.m. to 3.30 p.m. and Friday 9.30 a.m. to 12.30 p.m.
Our Bureau will be closed on Monday 27th (Labour Day). We will be open again from Tuesday to Thursday at 9.30 a.m. to 3.30 p.m. & Friday from 9.30 a.m. to 12.30 p.m.
Please visit our website www.cab.org.nz...
Kiwis love tourism ... it brings in cash and connection. But with more visitors comes more pressure on our beautiful places, housing, and local infrastructure.
So what’s the fix? Should we bring in a tourism tax or focus on spreading visitors beyond the hotspots to ease the load? 👇
… View moreKiwis love tourism ... it brings in cash and connection. But with more visitors comes more pressure on our beautiful places, housing, and local infrastructure.
So what’s the fix? Should we bring in a tourism tax or focus on spreading visitors beyond the hotspots to ease the load? 👇
Interested in what kiwis have to say? Andrea Vance shares some opinions in the Post.
Alistair Robinson is a keen sailor and maritime history enthusiast with deep roots in Waipū’s seafaring past. A descendant of early settlers who voyaged from Nova Scotia in the mid-1800s, Alistair combines hands-on sailing experience with a passion for uncovering local nautical stories.
Join … View moreAlistair Robinson is a keen sailor and maritime history enthusiast with deep roots in Waipū’s seafaring past. A descendant of early settlers who voyaged from Nova Scotia in the mid-1800s, Alistair combines hands-on sailing experience with a passion for uncovering local nautical stories.
Join Alistair as he brings the rich maritime history of Waipū and Bream Bay to life, sharing the stories that shaped this coastal community.
📅 Wednesday, 29 October 11:00am - 12:00pm
📍 Cafler Suite, Forum North
🎫 Free entry - No prior registration needed
🪑 Seating on a first come, first served basis.
We’re celebrating National Gardening Week with a blooming great giveaway! Two lucky winners will each receive a Yates hamper valued at $225, packed with everything you need to help your garden flourish.
To enter, simply tell us what you’re planting this spring and share your best gardening … View moreWe’re celebrating National Gardening Week with a blooming great giveaway! Two lucky winners will each receive a Yates hamper valued at $225, packed with everything you need to help your garden flourish.
To enter, simply tell us what you’re planting this spring and share your best gardening tip.
Winners announced Wednesday, October 29 - good luck and happy gardening! ?
T&Cs apply.
The two Advisory Groups will each play a role in Council decision-making, especially where they can support inclusivity, accessibility, and intergenerational thinking. This year we have refreshed our Advisory Groups, with renewed Terms of Reference.
If you can represent the voices, ideas and … View moreThe two Advisory Groups will each play a role in Council decision-making, especially where they can support inclusivity, accessibility, and intergenerational thinking. This year we have refreshed our Advisory Groups, with renewed Terms of Reference.
If you can represent the voices, ideas and perspectives of young people or people with access needs, please send your application by 30 November 2025!
🍏 www.wdc.govt.nz...
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Your cozy reading nook, a sunlit verandah, or a steaming mug of coffee with your curled up cat ...
We’d love to see a corner of your indoor happy place. Share a photo below...
Saturday 18th October 9am to 12noon
Morning Tea, books Raffles bric-a-brac to support the Hall
+ 24 stalls and car boot.
Big news! Ryman has won Best Provider Nationwide at the 2025 Seniors New Zealand Awards - for the 6th time!
Leading the way in retirement living and aged care, again and again.
Play Week Aotearoa Special Event
Join us for a fun-filled Preschool Funtime with Kiwi North’s Conservation and Native Species Team as tamariki discover the amazing world of the gecko - a tiny local hero with a big personality!
📅 Thursday 23 October | 🕙 10:00am
📍 Whangārei Central … View morePlay Week Aotearoa Special Event
Join us for a fun-filled Preschool Funtime with Kiwi North’s Conservation and Native Species Team as tamariki discover the amazing world of the gecko - a tiny local hero with a big personality!
📅 Thursday 23 October | 🕙 10:00am
📍 Whangārei Central Library – Children’s Room
🎟️ Free | 👨👩👧 Kids must be with an adult.
We can't wait to see you there!
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