West Coast Northland, Kaikohe

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616 days ago

Early Childhood to Adult Education

Jill Smith from Citizens Advice Bureau Far North (CAB)

Budgeting, Tenancy & Employment have so far featured on our on-line posts. This month's post is about "Education". Without a good education we will struggle to budget, find a reliable roof over our heads & fulfilling employment. We hope you find these links useful.

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Budgeting, Tenancy & Employment have so far featured on our on-line posts. This month's post is about "Education". Without a good education we will struggle to budget, find a reliable roof over our heads & fulfilling employment. We hope you find these links useful.

For information on Early Childhood, Primary, Secondary & Tertiary Education, please click on the following link:
Early Childhood Education - www.cab.org.nz...

Choosing a School with links to Primary, Secondary & Tertiary Education - www.cab.org.nz...

For an overview of Education Options, scroll down on our CAB Homepage to "Family & Personal", click on "Education" -www.cab.org.nz...

CAB Far North is happy to take your calls on 09 407 9829 or 0800 367 222. Email us on farnorth@cab.org.nz. Or visit us at 6 Cobham Rd., Procter Library Building, Kerikeri (across the road from Kerikeri Fire Station). Open Monday to Thursday 9.30 a.m. to 3.30 p.m. & Friday 9.30 a.m. to 12.30 p.m."

617 days ago

This week's prize draw!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Winners of the $100 Farmers vouchers in this week's Neighbourly prize draw are:

Gustavo Silva from Auckland Central

Mary Halliday from Port Waikato

Emily Taylor from Rolleston

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Winners of the $100 Farmers vouchers in this week's Neighbourly prize draw are:

Gustavo Silva from Auckland Central

Mary Halliday from Port Waikato

Emily Taylor from Rolleston

Neil Morrison from Invercargill

Get in touch with our Neighbourly Helpdesk team before the 30th of April to claim your prize by heading here.

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618 days ago

Get painting with Resene plant-based paints!

Resene

Plant-based paints are made just like normal paint but everything in the tin comes from plants and minerals.

Plus they’re Eco Choice approved with low odour and easy water clean-up, so you can paint or stain your place with ease.

Available from Resene ColorShops.
Find out more

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619 days ago

Potted colour

The Team from Resene ColorShop Kerikeri

Express yourself with this artistic dip-dye paint effect using Resene paints. Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.

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619 days ago

School holidays at the Red Cross shop in Dargaville

The Team from Red Cross Shop Dargaville

The Red Cross shop in Dargaville has plenty of things to keep the kids interested these school holidays. Come in and see us at 48 Victoria Street in Dargavillle.

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619 days ago

Turn downsizing stress into strength

Jane Mander Retirement Village

Downsizing can open the door to a new stage of your life that is rich in opportunity. However, it can be a daunting prospect. If you are embarking on a new chapter of life, the thought of shedding familiar possessions can feel even more stressful. This can be true even if the life changes are a … View moreDownsizing can open the door to a new stage of your life that is rich in opportunity. However, it can be a daunting prospect. If you are embarking on a new chapter of life, the thought of shedding familiar possessions can feel even more stressful. This can be true even if the life changes are a good thing, such as a move to somewhere you will love to live.

Once you understand why you have this feeling, you can reframe it as creating a new environment that will support your present life while reminding you of your best experiences.

Click read more for the full article.

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620 days ago

FAMILY BUDGETING

Jill Smith from Citizens Advice Bureau Far North (CAB)

Family budgets are tight. Click on this link for information about how to keep debts from getting out of control. You will also find a Budget Worksheet to help get you started. www.cab.org.nz...

For a range of "Money" information, check out this link. Scroll down to the … View more
Family budgets are tight. Click on this link for information about how to keep debts from getting out of control. You will also find a Budget Worksheet to help get you started. www.cab.org.nz...

For a range of "Money" information, check out this link. Scroll down to the "Money" heading and click on any one of the various categories. www.cab.org.nz...

Please don't hesitate to give CAB a call on 09 407 9829 or 0800 367 222. You could email us on farnorth@cab.org.nz. Or, you might like to pop in to our Bureau at 6 Cobham Rd., Procter Library Building, Kerikeri (across the road from the Kerikeri Fire Station).

Open Monday to Thursday from 9.30 a.m. to 3.30 p.m. & on Friday from 9.30 a.m. to 12.30 p.m.
#budgetingnz #farnorthnz #freeadvice #CAB Far North

620 days ago

Minimalist Design in Apartment Living

The Team from Ryman Healthcare

Ryman’s Charles Upham Retirement Village resident Di is a former fashion designer, artist and self-confessed shoe hoarder who travels, still paints and has stamped her eclectic minimalist style on her apartment.

She gives us her top 3 design tips on how she’s turned her space into a … View more
Ryman’s Charles Upham Retirement Village resident Di is a former fashion designer, artist and self-confessed shoe hoarder who travels, still paints and has stamped her eclectic minimalist style on her apartment.

She gives us her top 3 design tips on how she’s turned her space into a beautiful home.
Find out more

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623 days ago

Poll: Could we live without public bins?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Many public rubbish bins are being removed by councils due to the large costs of regularly emptying them. Do you think we can adapt and live without them?

Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the We Say You Say column of your local paper.

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Could we live without public bins?
  • 11.6% Yes
    11.6% Complete
  • 87.9% No
    87.9% Complete
  • 0.6% Other - I'll share below
    0.6% Complete
2661 votes
621 days ago

New Season stock at the Red Cross shop in Dargaville

The Team from Red Cross Shop Dargaville

The Red Cross shop in Dargaville has plenty of New Season stock in store. Come in and see us at 48 Victoria Street in Dargaville.

622 days ago

New Season clothing here at the Red Cross Shop in Dargaville

The Team from Red Cross Shop Dargaville

New Season clothing at the Red Cross Shop in Dargaville. Come in and see us at 48 Victoria Street in Dargaville.

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625 days ago

One day to go until our SPCA Adoption Open Day Saturday, 13 April

The Team from SPCA Kaitaia Op Shop

Ready to welcome a new furry friend into your family these school holidays?

We are reducing our adoption fees to make it easier than ever to find your perfect companion, just in time for winter. From 13-28 April, our fees are 25% off.

Visit us on our National Adoption Open Day on Saturday, 13… View more
Ready to welcome a new furry friend into your family these school holidays?

We are reducing our adoption fees to make it easier than ever to find your perfect companion, just in time for winter. From 13-28 April, our fees are 25% off.

Visit us on our National Adoption Open Day on Saturday, 13 April, or apply online for a private meet-and-greet.

With over 1,000 animals patiently waiting for adoption across the country you are sure to find your perfect match.

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625 days ago

One day to go until our SPCA Adoption Open Day Saturday, 13 April

SPCA - Kerikeri Centre & OP Shop

Ready to welcome a new furry friend into your family these school holidays?

We are reducing our adoption fees to make it easier than ever to find your perfect companion, just in time for winter. From 13-28 April, our fees are 25% off.

Visit us on our National Adoption Open Day on Saturday, 13… View more
Ready to welcome a new furry friend into your family these school holidays?

We are reducing our adoption fees to make it easier than ever to find your perfect companion, just in time for winter. From 13-28 April, our fees are 25% off.

Visit us on our National Adoption Open Day on Saturday, 13 April, or apply online for a private meet-and-greet.

With over 1,000 animals patiently waiting for adoption across the country you are sure to find your perfect match.

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626 days ago

The Red Cross shop in Dargaville

The Team from Red Cross Shop Dargaville

The Red Cross shop in Dargaville have plenty of new stock in store. Come in and see us at 48 Victoria street in Dargaville.

626 days ago

Make your own plant support

The Team from Resene ColorShop Kerikeri

Create this stylish plant support using a few garden stakes and Resene Waterborne Woodsman penetrating oil stain. Find out how to create your own with these easy instructions.

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