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Hi neighbours,
Have you heard that former Health Minister Jonathan Coleman has resigned from politics? A by-election will be held for his Auckland seat.
To read more about his resignation click here.
Hey neighbours,
If you didn't live in your neighbourhood, which town or city would you vote as your favourite in New Zealand? Is it the capital, the Garden City, Dunedin, or perhaps our City of Sails? We want to know which Kiwi town reigns supreme in NZ. To share your thoughts, take part in… View moreHey neighbours,
If you didn't live in your neighbourhood, which town or city would you vote as your favourite in New Zealand? Is it the capital, the Garden City, Dunedin, or perhaps our City of Sails? We want to know which Kiwi town reigns supreme in NZ. To share your thoughts, take part in our poll!
To read more about NZ's great town rivalries click here.
Water quality testing at Otuihau / Whangārei Falls shows this water needs some help! Most bacteria in the water come from livestock and wild birds. Regional plan rules are coming which will require riparian fencing upstream of the falls. We’re working to improve the water quality by … View moreWater quality testing at Otuihau / Whangārei Falls shows this water needs some help! Most bacteria in the water come from livestock and wild birds. Regional plan rules are coming which will require riparian fencing upstream of the falls. We’re working to improve the water quality by contributing towards costs of stream fencing and planting in this catchment. Call Lorna Douglas on 09 4701105 or 0276720005 for a free, no-obligation site visit.
With over 200 events registered - Neighbours Day Aotearoa is gonna be a big one this year! If you've registered an event and want it on the public events map on our website check your inbox (or spam folders) for an email from us. If you can't find it, email us and we'll pop it up … View moreWith over 200 events registered - Neighbours Day Aotearoa is gonna be a big one this year! If you've registered an event and want it on the public events map on our website check your inbox (or spam folders) for an email from us. If you can't find it, email us and we'll pop it up online ASAP #NDA2018
A group of women who 50 years ago shared a common goal gathered to celebrate their class of '68' wit…
Northland rock band Tempist Fujit's second single "Dayne's Song" to be released at the Mangawhai ta…
Could a capital gains tax (not on the family home), taking GST off healthy food, or taxing activity that damages the environment, make NZ an even better place to live and work?
These are just three of the areas the Tax Working Group want to hear your thoughts on. Head over to the Tax Working … View moreCould a capital gains tax (not on the family home), taking GST off healthy food, or taxing activity that damages the environment, make NZ an even better place to live and work?
These are just three of the areas the Tax Working Group want to hear your thoughts on. Head over to the Tax Working Group’s website today to watch a series of five short videos explaining the issues, and let them know your thoughts in the comment section.
Have your say on the future of tax at: taxworkinggroup.govt.nz/have-your-say-future-tax
Issues regarding freedom camping raised a few eyebrows of Whangarei District councillors during a discussion on a staff report on the effectiveness of the new bylaw introduced last Labour Weekend. Do you think it's clear about where it is prohibited? Do you think this will be effective? What … View moreIssues regarding freedom camping raised a few eyebrows of Whangarei District councillors during a discussion on a staff report on the effectiveness of the new bylaw introduced last Labour Weekend. Do you think it's clear about where it is prohibited? Do you think this will be effective? What more could the council do? You can read more here.
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A talented duo of colour and painting experts from Resene joined us for a chat on Homed tonight to answer all your colour conundrums and share their top tips for perfecting your paint jobs.
If you missed it, you can still check out what they had to say and pick up some new ideas, here.
The Friends of Matakohe-Limestone Island Society recently celebrated the release of 151 kiwi from t…
A golden oldies cricket team from Northland will represent the region at the upcoming 2018 Christchu…
Kawakawa farmer Daniel Bradbury has qualified for the national grand final of the FMG Young Farmer o…
Whether you're motivated by a tight budget or a desire for one-off pieces, if you like the idea of upcycling check out our beginner's guide for some top tips to get started.
We asked some upcycling experts to share their secrets on what works and what doesn't to breathe new life … View moreWhether you're motivated by a tight budget or a desire for one-off pieces, if you like the idea of upcycling check out our beginner's guide for some top tips to get started.
We asked some upcycling experts to share their secrets on what works and what doesn't to breathe new life into pre-loved treasures. We'd love to see the results of your own upcycling projects - you can share your before and after pics here. And don't forget you can enter them in Neighbourly's Upcycling awards too!
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