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The NZ Transport Agency will be carrying out road repairs and maintenance works on State Highway One Waipu Bypass, for three to four weeks.
The stretch of highway, shown on the map, will have an unsealed surface for the duration of the works and will also be under a speed restriction.
Read more … View moreThe NZ Transport Agency will be carrying out road repairs and maintenance works on State Highway One Waipu Bypass, for three to four weeks.
The stretch of highway, shown on the map, will have an unsealed surface for the duration of the works and will also be under a speed restriction.
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Council staff met with about 40 children at Te Kura o Otangarei last week to sort through lots of different playground ideas that included swings, climbing frames, monkey bars, slides, rope webs, things that jiggle, others that wriggle and a few that go round and round.....
Read the full story … View moreCouncil staff met with about 40 children at Te Kura o Otangarei last week to sort through lots of different playground ideas that included swings, climbing frames, monkey bars, slides, rope webs, things that jiggle, others that wriggle and a few that go round and round.....
Read the full story here: ► bit.ly...
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Whangarei author Michael Botur is urging authors nationwide to become more digitally savvy – especia…
If you have one password you use for everything and hit ‘remind me later’ when an update pops up on your phone, you’re not alone. For many, cyber safety is something we know is important, but feels too hard or a hassle to do something about.
Fortunately, keeping your data secure is much … View moreIf you have one password you use for everything and hit ‘remind me later’ when an update pops up on your phone, you’re not alone. For many, cyber safety is something we know is important, but feels too hard or a hassle to do something about.
Fortunately, keeping your data secure is much easier than you’d think. Cyber Smart Week is happening around New Zealand from 27 November to 1 December and it’s all about doing one thing to make a big difference. The Cyber Smart website has all the tips you need to get your family and workmates on board.
The Ngāpuhi Festival - Northland's largest free music, arts and cultural festival - is coming to Wha…
Horse riders around the country say they no longer feel safe riding on rural roads. Many took part i…
The NZ Transport Agency is making further changes to the intersection at Kauri, north of Whangarei, …
We're combining traditional Christmas concerts and mad pantomimes into our own special celebration show with laughter and stunning music! With sing-a-long classics like Jingle Bells, Silent Night, and Feliz Navidad, our show is full of nostalgia, laughter and festive fun!
… View moreWe're combining traditional Christmas concerts and mad pantomimes into our own special celebration show with laughter and stunning music! With sing-a-long classics like Jingle Bells, Silent Night, and Feliz Navidad, our show is full of nostalgia, laughter and festive fun!
Your favourite artists are performing: co-owners Susan Boland and John Cameron, tenors extraordinaire Bonaventure Allan-Moetaua and Karl Perigo, the fabulous Lynette Martin, and pianist Paul Carnegie-Jones.
Tickets are $34 including a Christmas lunch after the concert. Group discounts available for 10+.
We're touring 24 venues across New Zealand 13 Nov – 19 Dec.
When Brooke Healey said she was going to write a book her mum just thought it was one of those things kids sometimes say 'in passing'. But a couple of months later she had written a book which has now been published!
The book can be purchased at the local Paparoa Store, and there are … View moreWhen Brooke Healey said she was going to write a book her mum just thought it was one of those things kids sometimes say 'in passing'. But a couple of months later she had written a book which has now been published!
The book can be purchased at the local Paparoa Store, and there are plans to sell it at local markets. Congratulations Brooke!
It's no surprise that Neighbourly members love their cats - but we want to know how you celebrate the festive season with them.
Is Santa bringing your cat a present? Will she be served something special or an extra treat or two? Take our 2 minute survey and we'll send you a FREE … View moreIt's no surprise that Neighbourly members love their cats - but we want to know how you celebrate the festive season with them.
Is Santa bringing your cat a present? Will she be served something special or an extra treat or two? Take our 2 minute survey and we'll send you a FREE sample of our new FANCY FEAST PUREE KISS, just for taking part!
Available in small treat serves, FANCY FEAST PUREE KISS are the perfect treat for your feline friend this Christmas.
Wishing every Kiwi Cat a very Merry Christmas from FANCY FEAST.
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