114 days ago

📚✨ Storytelling Secrets ✨📚

Ann-Narie Petty-OShea from Whangarei District Libraries

Got a story to tell but not sure where to start? Come along to an inspiring evening with six award-winning authors, illustrators, poets and storytellers!
🗓 When: Tuesday 19 August, 5.00pm
📍 Where: Whangārei Central Library
🎟 FREE entry – all welcome!
No prior booking required. Seating on first come, first served basis.

Hear from Apirana Taylor, Isobel Joy Te Aho-White, Jane Arthur, Kanapu Rangitauira, Rachael Craw and Sam Smith as they share tips, tricks and inspiration for creating incredible stories, poems and illustrations.

🔥 Don’t miss this chance to learn from some of Aotearoa’s most creative voices brought to by the Storylines Trust | Te Whare Waituhi Tamariki o Aotearoa as part of the 2025 Storylines National Story Tours.

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5 days ago

Poll: Should we be giving the green light to new mining projects? 💰🌲

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The Environmental Protection Authority announced this week that a proposed mine in Central Otago (near Cromwell) is about to enter its fast-track assessment process. A final decision could come within six months, and if it’s approved, construction might start as early as mid-2026.

We want to know: Should mining projects like this move ahead?

Keen to dig deeper? Mike White has the scoop.

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Should we be giving the green light to new mining projects? 💰🌲
  • 53.2% Yes
    53.2% Complete
  • 46.8% No
    46.8% Complete
1647 votes
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28 minutes ago

Sunday Christmas Market @ Reyburn House Town Basin

Kristi from Tikipunga

Sunday 14 December · 9:00AM – 2:00PM
Reyburn House, Town Basin, Whangārei

Get ready for a festive day out at our Sunday Christmas Market!
Wander through a wonderland of arts, crafts, handmade gifts, delicious food, and unique local shopping—perfect for those last-minute Christmas presents or a special treat for yourself!

- Dog Friendly – Bring your furry friends along
- Free Parking
- Free Entry – Everyone welcome!

Whether you're supporting local makers, enjoying the holiday atmosphere, or just looking for a relaxing Sunday outing by the water, this is the place to be.

Location: 17–30 Reyburn House Lane, Town Basin, Whangārei

Come and celebrate the magic of the season with us! ✨
See you there!

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1 day ago

Poll: Over summer, how do you reclaim your sense of home in Northland?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

When tourists take over the streets and parking disappears, where do you find your calm?
Or is summer’s hustle something to enjoy rather than escape?

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Over summer, how do you reclaim your sense of home in Northland?
  • 75% I enjoy the summer hubbub!
    75% Complete
  • 25% Please, give me some peace
    25% Complete
  • 0% I escape the region during summer
    0% Complete
4 votes