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Come and help yourself. My neighbour felled all these trees and is leaving it for anyone who wants to come and get the wood. Take as much or as little as you like.
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Thanks to everyone who joined us or submitted questions for our live chat with Resene colour experts Christine Hawkings and Merenia Patira.
If you missed it, you can still check out their answers and get some fresh decorating ideas, here.
Do you know what your rights are at work? How about your rights to do with renting or owning a home? If you buy something that’s faulty do you know what your options are? This CAB Awareness Week from 8-14 April you’re being invited to Discover Your Rights – Tūhuratia ō motika!
Helping … View moreDo you know what your rights are at work? How about your rights to do with renting or owning a home? If you buy something that’s faulty do you know what your options are? This CAB Awareness Week from 8-14 April you’re being invited to Discover Your Rights – Tūhuratia ō motika!
Helping people to know what their rights and responsibilities are and how they can act on these is core to what the Citizens Advice Bureau is about. We help people from all walks of life to access the information they need so they are empowered to take next steps and to resolve their problems.
A highlight of this year’s Awareness Week is the launch of the CAB’s new public website - www.cab.org.nz.... After a year of development and user testing, the resulting website provides an accessible, mobile-friendly, knowledgebase of 2,000 questions and answers about people’s rights that are based on real issues confronted by clients.
The information about rights is grounded in the law but is practical and is expressed in a way that’s easy to understand.
The website also provides a directory of more than 30,000 community organisations so that the CAB can help connect people with any additional services they need.
We’re keen to break down any barriers people face in finding out what their rights are. Our new website is a fantastic resource for the whole community, and complements the amazing face-to-face and phone service provided by our skilled and dedicated volunteers.
We invite you to Discover Your Rights with us this Awareness Week by checking out our new website www.cab.org.nz..., calling us 0800 367 222, or by visiting your local CAB. We’re here to help.
For many, having depression is like walking through mud every day.
Walk in their shoes for a day: put on your gumboots, and donate if you can to help us provide free counselling to any kid in need.
Two thumbs up to our awesome team over at Neighbourhood Support Waitakere for supporting this … View moreFor many, having depression is like walking through mud every day.
Walk in their shoes for a day: put on your gumboots, and donate if you can to help us provide free counselling to any kid in need.
Two thumbs up to our awesome team over at Neighbourhood Support Waitakere for supporting this year's campaign. 👍👍
#GumbootUpNZ
Police are appealing for sightings of missing Northland woman Bridget Simmonds.
The 42-year-old was last seen about midday on February 23rd when she was dropped off by family at Countdown Regent in Whangarei.
Anyone with information as to her whereabouts can contact Detective Constable Joseph… View morePolice are appealing for sightings of missing Northland woman Bridget Simmonds.
The 42-year-old was last seen about midday on February 23rd when she was dropped off by family at Countdown Regent in Whangarei.
Anyone with information as to her whereabouts can contact Detective Constable Joseph Reuben on 021 191 5901 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111. Keep updated here
Hi Neighbours!
The April edition of the SuperSenior newsletter is out now! It's filled with all the latest news and Super Gold Card offers.
In this issue we talk to Senior New Zealander of the Year, Dr Bill Glass
We also find out more about the annual adjustment to NZ Super and the payment … View moreHi Neighbours!
The April edition of the SuperSenior newsletter is out now! It's filled with all the latest news and Super Gold Card offers.
In this issue we talk to Senior New Zealander of the Year, Dr Bill Glass
We also find out more about the annual adjustment to NZ Super and the payment dates and rates for the Winter Energy Payment.
To subscribe, follow this link: bit.ly...
To view the current edition go to bit.ly...
Nice little 4 stroke scooter that is reliable and very cheap to run. No WoF required and can be ridden on a learners licence. New Drive belt and regular servicing. Some small bodywork dings but generally in good condition. Good tyres. Centre and side stands. Includes a helmet and leather gloves. … View moreNice little 4 stroke scooter that is reliable and very cheap to run. No WoF required and can be ridden on a learners licence. New Drive belt and regular servicing. Some small bodywork dings but generally in good condition. Good tyres. Centre and side stands. Includes a helmet and leather gloves. Registered until mid year.
Kia ora! Is your marae wanting support to uplift or broaden mātauranga Māori ā-marae, ā-hapū, ā-iwi?
At Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi, our School of Iwi Development can provide pathways and resourcing for marae and other Māori entities to support their own aspirations.
We have a … View moreKia ora! Is your marae wanting support to uplift or broaden mātauranga Māori ā-marae, ā-hapū, ā-iwi?
At Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi, our School of Iwi Development can provide pathways and resourcing for marae and other Māori entities to support their own aspirations.
We have a long history of supporting marae in Te Tai Tokerau so if you are a community group, marae or an individual who’d like to study with us we’d love to hear from you!
Calling all creative cookies and DIY devotees! Resene and Neighbourly are challenging everyday Kiwis like YOU to take part in the Resene Upcycling Awards. Whether it's an old item you've spruced up or something you've found a completely new purpose for, we want to see your creations!… View moreCalling all creative cookies and DIY devotees! Resene and Neighbourly are challenging everyday Kiwis like YOU to take part in the Resene Upcycling Awards. Whether it's an old item you've spruced up or something you've found a completely new purpose for, we want to see your creations!
Submit your entry in the 2019 Resene Upcycling Awards by sharing your upcycled masterpiece with your neighbours. Of course, there are goodies to be won including four prizes up for grabs worth $500 (plus spot prizes). Multiple entries are welcome - don't forget to include your before and after pics and mention any Resene products you've used!
McCullough weed eater for sale, approx 5 years old, hasnt been used all that much as weve had a contractor doing our garden maintenance for the last 4 years. Only problem is that the Petrol tank has a small hole in it.
Finish off the holidays with the a visit to the Vintage Car Club, Northern Street Rods and Whangarei Rod & Custome Club annual Swap Meet and Car Display at Heritage Park, Maunu Road, Whangarei.
Sunday 28th April - Gates OPEN at 8am.
It's the EARLY BIRD that will catch the "hard to … View moreFinish off the holidays with the a visit to the Vintage Car Club, Northern Street Rods and Whangarei Rod & Custome Club annual Swap Meet and Car Display at Heritage Park, Maunu Road, Whangarei.
Sunday 28th April - Gates OPEN at 8am.
It's the EARLY BIRD that will catch the "hard to find" item - plus might even bag a bargain!
Through these tough times we have learned the true strength and resilience of our communities and have witnessed first hand the abundance of aroha in Aotearoa.
Now more than ever, the fern seems to best capture the spirit of our country. If we look to our Māori roots, we are reminded of the twist… View moreThrough these tough times we have learned the true strength and resilience of our communities and have witnessed first hand the abundance of aroha in Aotearoa.
Now more than ever, the fern seems to best capture the spirit of our country. If we look to our Māori roots, we are reminded of the twist or pikorua which resembles two intertwined pikopiko ferns - a fern known for thriving in dark, damp areas of our woods. A reminder that difficult conditions can actually be an opportunity for tremendous growth.
The entanglement of the pikorua also has no beginning or end which is often used to represent an everlasting bond. Although we are all on our own path in life, in the end we always come back together - we are all connected through our interwoven lives.
#KiaKaha #ChristchurchStrong #NSNZcelebratecommunity
Esmae has been promoted - and therefore likely to haul most of the trains departing from Kawakawa this weekend.
So, come for a ride into history - the oldest line in North Island, and the only train in NZ travelling along a State Highway right through the middle of a town.
We run 4 trains every … View moreEsmae has been promoted - and therefore likely to haul most of the trains departing from Kawakawa this weekend.
So, come for a ride into history - the oldest line in North Island, and the only train in NZ travelling along a State Highway right through the middle of a town.
We run 4 trains every day over the weekend - Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
Trains depart from Kawakawa Railway Station at 10.45am, 12 noon, 1.15pm and 2.30pm on every operating day. Please arrive about 10 minutes prior to departure allowing time to purchase tickets.
We look forward to welcoming you aboard
We are excited to share our Sustainable Conservation Conference Program with you!
We know New Zealand’s heavy use of poisons is damaging our environment and putting our flora and fauna, as well as people at risk. We are ready to have a discussion on the positive changes necessary to bring about … View moreWe are excited to share our Sustainable Conservation Conference Program with you!
We know New Zealand’s heavy use of poisons is damaging our environment and putting our flora and fauna, as well as people at risk. We are ready to have a discussion on the positive changes necessary to bring about the shift away from poisons to an ecologically sound approach that takes the whole ecosystem into consideration. We firmly believe that we can change our ways, it will however, take collective effort and positive solutions.
Please join us for this important conference on April 6 & 7 at the beautiful art space and theatre, Lopdell House in Titirangi, Auckland.
We are humbled to be hosting a diverse group of speakers from around the country, including Professor Ian Shaw, Toxicologist from the University of Canterbury and Professor Wayne Linklater from the University of Victoria, who is a researcher of Wildlife Biology & Human Dimensions Ecology. A huge thank you to all our wonderful speakers - this wouldn't be possible without you, we look forward to lively and informative discussion surrounding the problems we are facing and the variety of positive solutions we can embrace.
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