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The Ministry of Education is considering a ban on choke-risk foods including sausages, chips and popcorn in early childhood centres.
It's said that under-fives are at higher risk of choking because they have small air and food passages and are still learning how to chew food.
What do you… View moreThe Ministry of Education is considering a ban on choke-risk foods including sausages, chips and popcorn in early childhood centres.
It's said that under-fives are at higher risk of choking because they have small air and food passages and are still learning how to chew food.
What do you think? Should choke-risk foods be banned?
Police are seeking help to find missing 17-year-old Ronald Keegan.
He has been missing from Manurewa for three weeks and Police are concerned for his welfare. They believe he may be in the upper North island area.
Keegan has been described by Police as having a stocky build and being about … View morePolice are seeking help to find missing 17-year-old Ronald Keegan.
He has been missing from Manurewa for three weeks and Police are concerned for his welfare. They believe he may be in the upper North island area.
Keegan has been described by Police as having a stocky build and being about 180cm tall. If you have any information, please contact Police on 105 or 0800 555 111.
Voting closes tomorrow, November 1. These amazing homegrown heroes were shortlisted after a public call for nominations from gardeners all over the country, and you can read about their wonderful work here. Then don't forget to click through to vote for your favourite!
The Northland Rescue Choppers provide a dedicated emergency rescue helicopter service for the people of Northland and visitors to the region - 24/7.
We know about Northland’s unsealed roads, our changeable weather and the fact that our people live over a wide-spread area that’s often … View moreThe Northland Rescue Choppers provide a dedicated emergency rescue helicopter service for the people of Northland and visitors to the region - 24/7.
We know about Northland’s unsealed roads, our changeable weather and the fact that our people live over a wide-spread area that’s often difficult to access quickly by road. We’re also aware of the increased risk of death and serious injury caused when medical treatment is delayed – all of which makes Northland’s Rescue Helicopter service so essential.
Please help us keep saving lives by donating today.
Are you an aspiring author? Entries for the Sunday Star Times short story awards are now open!
The winning entry will receive a $3000 prize + there’s a $500 prize for students in our secondary school competition.
Full details and the entry form are here.
Dogs lolling beneath cafe tables while their owners sip lattes or glasses of pinot would have been unthinkable 30 years ago.
Now it is just the way Kiwis roll, with a raft of dog-friendly dining options available throughout the country. What do you think? Should dogs be allowed in cafes?
Did you get involved with Halloween this year? Why or why not? And where were the best spots for trick or treating in the Far North?
Parts of Northland have experienced their driest period for more than 80 years. A sprinkler ban has been introduced in Kaikohe and people in all areas are encouraged to save water now to avoid further restrictions. What will you be doing this summer to save water?
Two sessions for Halloween this Friday 1st of November
4.30pm - 6pm suitable for beginner skaters, families & pre teens.
$5 including skate hire.
Friday Fright Night Skate 6pm - 9pm.
$8 including skate hire.
BaySport Stadium, Harmony Lane, Waipapa
Sausage sizzle, prizes for best dressed.
… View moreTwo sessions for Halloween this Friday 1st of November
4.30pm - 6pm suitable for beginner skaters, families & pre teens.
$5 including skate hire.
Friday Fright Night Skate 6pm - 9pm.
$8 including skate hire.
BaySport Stadium, Harmony Lane, Waipapa
Sausage sizzle, prizes for best dressed.
Children under the age of 10 must be accompanied by an adult.
Our new website is now live and ready for visitors. Click below to see it for yourself.
Sprinklers and irrigation systems are banned for homes and businesses in the towns of Kaikohe and Ngāwhā.
Everyone is being urged to conserve water now, to avoid more severe restrictions later in the year. This is due to one of the driest years in Northland in more than 80 years.
Read more.
Would you like to try inline skating & have fun while getting fit?
Our drop-in casual skate session is just for you. Tuesday 10.30am -11.30am
$5 including skate hire or bring your own skates.
BaySport Stadium Harmony Lane Waipapa
Happy Friday, everyone! What are your plans for the long weekend?
The weather is looking (mostly) sunny, so perfect for getting out and about to enjoy these awesome daylight saving hours! ☀
62ha of rolling to steep, bare land at Riponui.
Some native bush, plenty of water with large dam and fenced into 20 paddocks.
Used for dairy grazing.
$675,000.
For more info phone 021 111 8889 please.
From mountain air to ocean breeze, you can explore the beauty of Aotearoa New Zealand in comfort with our great journeys.
Our three iconic trains, Coastal Pacific, Northern Explorer and TranzAlpine connect you to many spectacular destinations along the way.
See it all through the panoramic … View moreFrom mountain air to ocean breeze, you can explore the beauty of Aotearoa New Zealand in comfort with our great journeys.
Our three iconic trains, Coastal Pacific, Northern Explorer and TranzAlpine connect you to many spectacular destinations along the way.
See it all through the panoramic windows and savour summer on one of our scenic trains.
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