1482 days ago

Hundertwasser Art Centre and Wairau Māori Art Galley update

Denise Piper Reporter from Whangārei Leader

Edit: Sadly the opening of the Hundertwasser Art Centre has now been delayed by two months, but the fencing will come down and the internal restaurant will open on December 3. In this video, Kea Kids News reporter Bailey Gray, 11, of Whangarei Primary School, finds out about Friedensreich Hundertwasser and his vision for the Wairau Māori Art Gallery, now due to open on February 20.

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4 days ago

A riddle to start the festive season 🌲🎁🌟

The Riddler from The Neighbourly Riddler

I'm a fruit. If you take away my first letter, I'm a crime. If you take away my first two letters, I'm an animal. If you take away my first and last letter, I'm a form of music. What am I?

Do you think you know the answer? Simply 'Like' this post if you know the answer and the big reveal will be posted in the comments at 2pm on the day!

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3 days ago

Make the holidays easier this year!

Jane Mander Retirement Village

We’ve pulled together a few clever Christmas hacks thanks to Ryman resident, Sullen - simple ideas to save time and stress so you can enjoy more of the festive fun.

A few favourites:
- Hang tree lights vertically for an even glow
- Use reusable gift bags for quick, eco-friendly wrapping
- Prep food ahead to keep Christmas Day relaxed

Click read more for the full list of tips.

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3 days ago

BEFORE YOU START YOUR CHRISTMAS SHOPPING

Jill Smith from Citizens Advice Bureau Far North (CAB)

We have dealt a lot with cost-of-living issues this year.

Christmas shopping and catering for family & summertime visitors, can put a lot of strain on your family budget.

Check out this link to help you get through all the Christmas chaos - "How do I keep debts from getting out of control" - www.cab.org.nz....

Our volunteers are here to help. Give us a call on 09 407 9829 or 0800 367 222 or email farnorth@cab.org.nz. Pop in and see us at 6 Cobham Road, Procter Library Building, Kerikeri.

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.

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