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Can someone, anyone, please enlighten me.... Why would Residents want to "decorate" their Letterboxes.... often very attractive letterboxes I might add with captions such as NO JUNK MAIL, NO ADVERTISING MATERIAL, ADDRESSED MAIL ONLY...there are probably others that I may have missed... … View moreCan someone, anyone, please enlighten me.... Why would Residents want to "decorate" their Letterboxes.... often very attractive letterboxes I might add with captions such as NO JUNK MAIL, NO ADVERTISING MATERIAL, ADDRESSED MAIL ONLY...there are probably others that I may have missed... and in doing so create the immediate impression that they prefer to lead a sheltered life, to remain unchallenged and not even remotely open to opportunities that may present themselves from time to time via this most basic Portal.
I must agree that the Supermarket chains do tend to supply me with an " over abundance of information" but our Council provides us all with an excellent recycling facility so that this really presents little or no problem at the end of the day....
For those of us who have an innovative and enquiring mind and who are keen and, Heaven forbid, energetic enough to choose a Letterbox Drop as being an effective method of getting our message across these nasty and negative little captions are discouraging to say the least.
I do hope someone can provide an explanation that will help me to feel a little more kindly towards the folk who are happy to display " their hearts 'n minds" on their letterboxes 'cos after having spent a great deal of my weekend trudging the streets of our otherwise lovely community I do feel less than charitable towards a very large percentage of my fellow residents.....
I look forward to your comments and feel for those of you who have missed out on some interesting information as a result of your negativity....
So, you received a great fixed price for building your new home…Yay!
But...then you take a closer look and realise that not everything has been included. OH NO!
Avoid ‘OH NO’ moments...get along to a New Home Builders Info Session with Jennian. From establishing a true building … View moreSo, you received a great fixed price for building your new home…Yay!
But...then you take a closer look and realise that not everything has been included. OH NO!
Avoid ‘OH NO’ moments...get along to a New Home Builders Info Session with Jennian. From establishing a true building budget...to constructive advice on building sustainably...it’s all covered in the New Home Builders Info Sessions being held by your local Jennian Homes team. Find out more.
Whether or not Northland will be receiving more police officers on the beat as a result of the Government's Safe Communities package is yet to be confirmed.
On February 2 Prime Minister Bill English announced another 1125 police staff, including 880 sworn police officers, would be … View moreWhether or not Northland will be receiving more police officers on the beat as a result of the Government's Safe Communities package is yet to be confirmed.
On February 2 Prime Minister Bill English announced another 1125 police staff, including 880 sworn police officers, would be funded over...
The opportunity to enjoy a barbecue dinner and social time with family and other farmers in the district may be just what the doctor ordered for drought stricken Northlanders.
Northland Rural Support Trust secretary Julie Jonker says 10 'drought' barbecues are planned for the … View moreThe opportunity to enjoy a barbecue dinner and social time with family and other farmers in the district may be just what the doctor ordered for drought stricken Northlanders.
Northland Rural Support Trust secretary Julie Jonker says 10 'drought' barbecues are planned for the Northland ...
The partial sealing of a notorious Northland logging route to help minimise the impact of dust on beleaguered residents living in the area is being celebrated by the two funding agencies involved.
The estimated $1.3m project which should begin next summer will see 2.52 kilometres ...
A badly broken leg has left me on crutches. I am un able to do routine daily things. Cannot walk and carry anything. I am offering a private room w/ meals to the right person to do my cleaning, laundry, exercise my sweet medium size dog, do gardening, weeding and assist me in shopping. No … View moreA badly broken leg has left me on crutches. I am un able to do routine daily things. Cannot walk and carry anything. I am offering a private room w/ meals to the right person to do my cleaning, laundry, exercise my sweet medium size dog, do gardening, weeding and assist me in shopping. No "personal" care is required. Free WIFI, impressive harbour views, use of my Kayak and a bicycle.. 2 km to Onerahi shops and 25 meters to the city bus stop. 3-4 hous perday is my estimate of time required.. contact Rand on 021-854-610.... aka Da'Bread Dude..
Neighbours of Countdown Regent in Whangarei are wondering why they were left out of the consultation process on the supermarket's proposed expansion plans.
Marilyn Andela was one of only three residents living in Wallace St which runs adjacent to the back of the Kamo Rd supermarket who … View moreNeighbours of Countdown Regent in Whangarei are wondering why they were left out of the consultation process on the supermarket's proposed expansion plans.
Marilyn Andela was one of only three residents living in Wallace St which runs adjacent to the back of the Kamo Rd supermarket who ...
I am seeking a Black Orpington Rooster for my girls ...
If you have one or know of someone who has one please contact me.
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Neighbourly has always been a popular place for neighbours to buy, sell and give away preloved school uniforms. In fact, it's prompted us to question whether a school uniform swap/sell section would be of interest to our members. If you have school uniform wearers in your family, we want to … View moreNeighbourly has always been a popular place for neighbours to buy, sell and give away preloved school uniforms. In fact, it's prompted us to question whether a school uniform swap/sell section would be of interest to our members. If you have school uniform wearers in your family, we want to know: do you think they're a good idea? How do you feel about the price of school uniforms? Would a swap or sell section for school uniforms on Neighbourly be useful to you? Share your thoughts below!
Kiwi are under threat from the current dry conditions in Northland and as a result are taking risks to come out from their normal habitat to wipe their bills on the grass dew.
Whangarei Native Bird Recovery Centre manager Robert Webb says the thirsty kiwi are coming out into paddocks and other… View moreKiwi are under threat from the current dry conditions in Northland and as a result are taking risks to come out from their normal habitat to wipe their bills on the grass dew.
Whangarei Native Bird Recovery Centre manager Robert Webb says the thirsty kiwi are coming out into paddocks and other ...
A feral meth addiction, psychotic episodes, guns, gangs and jail time were once part of everyday life for Janet Balcombe.
Caught up with the wrong crowd for two decades, she says her life was pointless and deluded.
Balcombe tells her story in the recently published memoir The Wild … View moreA feral meth addiction, psychotic episodes, guns, gangs and jail time were once part of everyday life for Janet Balcombe.
Caught up with the wrong crowd for two decades, she says her life was pointless and deluded.
Balcombe tells her story in the recently published memoir The Wild Side, a ...
Well-known retired surgeon Bob Mulligan knew how to celebrate his 100th birthday - he had three parties.
The former surgeon and assistant superintendent at Whangarei Hospital reached the milestone on February 9.
It's a well-worn question, but Mulligan says the secret to a long life is … View moreWell-known retired surgeon Bob Mulligan knew how to celebrate his 100th birthday - he had three parties.
The former surgeon and assistant superintendent at Whangarei Hospital reached the milestone on February 9.
It's a well-worn question, but Mulligan says the secret to a long life is diet.
Meet Allen Jowitt - I drifted north from Upper Hutt in my early twenties and discovered Great Barrier Island where I established Schooner Bay Pottery and potted full time for five years. My intention to continue potting was put on hold while I built our house. Meanwhile cheap ceramic imports … View moreMeet Allen Jowitt - I drifted north from Upper Hutt in my early twenties and discovered Great Barrier Island where I established Schooner Bay Pottery and potted full time for five years. My intention to continue potting was put on hold while I built our house. Meanwhile cheap ceramic imports flooded into New Zealand and the game changed.
I entered a new phase working with figured kauri making furniture as Square Kauri Construction. And then in the early 2000s to Parua Bay where I purchased a gas kiln and re-awoke to the joy of clay and fire like some latter day Rip van Winkle. I’m back in the Leach tradition making high-fired domestic stoneware and porcelain with celadon, copper red and ash glazes – designed to be functional and enjoyed in daily use. I have a small range of wooden boards for bread or saving made from recycled kauri, matai, African mahogany and English oak.
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