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Make a stylish garden bench using inexpensive fencing timber finished in Resene Waterborne Woodsman Skywater. Find out how to make and stain your own bench seat with these easy step by step instructions.
SQUARED UP! – One Show. One Size. One Price.
📅 30 Sept – 12 Oct 2025
📍 Reyburn House Art Gallery & Shop
💸 FREE ENTRY!
Over 100 artworks – all the same size, all at one price – displayed in one incredible, eye-catching exhibition.
Don’t miss this bold, creative showcase… View moreSQUARED UP! – One Show. One Size. One Price.
📅 30 Sept – 12 Oct 2025
📍 Reyburn House Art Gallery & Shop
💸 FREE ENTRY!
Over 100 artworks – all the same size, all at one price – displayed in one incredible, eye-catching exhibition.
Don’t miss this bold, creative showcase of Northland talent!
🕙 Opening Hours:
Tue–Fri: 10am–4pm
Sat & Sun: 10am–2pm
👉 www.reyburnhouse.co.nz...
👉 @reyburnhouse
#WhangareiArts #SquaredUp #ReyburnHouse #NorthlandArtists #FreeEntry
It is Conservation Week! Do you have any big plans for Conservation Week?
So many native fauna and flora make New Zealand special - show us a picture of your backyard native species in the comments below 💚 Perhaps we can inspire others to find the beauty in our local species.
Spring’s here, and with it comes warmer weather and lots of activity from our birds. It’s a great time to get outside—many birds are easier to spot as they build nests, raise their chicks, or return from their Arctic adventures 👀
Keen to do some backyard birdwatching? The Department of … View moreSpring’s here, and with it comes warmer weather and lots of activity from our birds. It’s a great time to get outside—many birds are easier to spot as they build nests, raise their chicks, or return from their Arctic adventures 👀
Keen to do some backyard birdwatching? The Department of Conservation have put together a nifty guide on how to plan and plant a garden that attracts native birds.
We hope this brings a smile!
Friday 12 & Saturday 13 September, 10am - 2pm.
Experience the award-winning lifestyle at a Ryman village.
Join us at our open days and explore our lifestyle and care options, tour our show homes and see the premium amenities on offer.
We look forward to seeing you.
Forget-Me-Not garage sale is on again SATURDAY 13TH SEPTEMBER
8am start. 110 Boundary Road (Next to the Whangarei Falls ) Tikipunga.
Something for everyone !!! Eftpos available. See you there !!!
Hosted by Te Kamo Community inc, the Te Kamo “Meet the Candidates” evening is on the 15th September with a 6.30pm start time (doors open at 6pm), at Kamo Bowling Club. For a chance to hear from those standing for election, ask questions, and help make an informed choice about who represents our… View moreHosted by Te Kamo Community inc, the Te Kamo “Meet the Candidates” evening is on the 15th September with a 6.30pm start time (doors open at 6pm), at Kamo Bowling Club. For a chance to hear from those standing for election, ask questions, and help make an informed choice about who represents our community. Everyone is welcome.
Please send us any questions you may want asked, or bring them on the night.
Free entry — Come and see it while it’s here: amazing 5 artists this ends 28 September 2025 (one month only).
The Whangārei Crafts Market
Join us on Sunday 21st September 2025, 9am–2pm
at Reyburn House Art Studio, Town Basin
Come and explore a vibrant collection of local arts, crafts, handmade treasures, food, and more. A perfect Sunday outing for the whole whānau!
✅ Free entry
✅ Free … View moreThe Whangārei Crafts Market
Join us on Sunday 21st September 2025, 9am–2pm
at Reyburn House Art Studio, Town Basin
Come and explore a vibrant collection of local arts, crafts, handmade treasures, food, and more. A perfect Sunday outing for the whole whānau!
✅ Free entry
✅ Free parking
✅ Family & dog friendly
✅ Support our talented local makers
📅 Mark your calendars and we’ll see you there!
#WhangareiCraftsMarket #Whangarei #SupportLocal #ReyburnHouse #TownBasin
MAJORITY OF LOCAL CANDIDATES OPPOSE SAND MINING
Forty-one candidates in this year’s Whangārei District Council local elections were asked whether they support or oppose marine sand mining in Te Akau Bream Bay, and why.
The responses provided are as follows:
35 Candidates OPPOSE the mining … View moreMAJORITY OF LOCAL CANDIDATES OPPOSE SAND MINING
Forty-one candidates in this year’s Whangārei District Council local elections were asked whether they support or oppose marine sand mining in Te Akau Bream Bay, and why.
The responses provided are as follows:
35 Candidates OPPOSE the mining of marine sand
1 Candidates NEUTRAL RESPONSE to the mining of marine sand
5 Candidates NO RESPONSE
NO RESPONSE - Contact them to ask WHY?
Hikurangi Coastal Ward - Susy Bretherton susyb@xtra.co.nz and Ren Haskell ren.haskell4council@gmail.com
Urban Ward - Tiana Epati TeeEpati@gmail.com
Jayne Golightly golightlyjayne@gmail.com
Paul Gosling – Paora (no email)
Survey results and individual responses can be viewed in the attached PDF. To view each Candidates personal statement, click on their name.
This survey was carried out by the Sub Committee of the Whangārei Heads Citizens Association—Say No to Sand Mining Te Akau Bream Bay.
Toyota Prius Hybrid 2011
Good condition apart from small blemish on back right-side bumper.
Economical, very comfortable driving.
Posting for a friend PLEASE contact BARB for more information mobile mob 0210767001
This dog has been in our back yard since last night, seems friendly enough but is very big and keeping our cat and us prisoners !
Ph 0210541449
From Sat 6 – Sun 21 September, all long-stay animals at SPCA will be available for adoption by donation/koha - for the right home.*
They might be older, shy, have only three legs or just need that extra bit of attention and care – but they all deserve a loving home. And they have been … View moreFrom Sat 6 – Sun 21 September, all long-stay animals at SPCA will be available for adoption by donation/koha - for the right home.*
They might be older, shy, have only three legs or just need that extra bit of attention and care – but they all deserve a loving home. And they have been waiting for a long time for that Special Love!
Look for the ‘Long-stay resident’ tag on our adoption profiles, check you can provide what they need to flourish & apply online at www.spca.nz...
*animals looking for their forever family for more than 42 days; our usual adoption criteria and processes apply.
We've set up a cosy retro "Elections Lounge" where you can watch candidate videos, learn about the Māori Wards Poll and the STV voting system. 🕺 It's a vibe!
Two of the visitors this morning were Myra and baby Araiteuru. Myra said "It's important to know … View moreWe've set up a cosy retro "Elections Lounge" where you can watch candidate videos, learn about the Māori Wards Poll and the STV voting system. 🕺 It's a vibe!
Two of the visitors this morning were Myra and baby Araiteuru. Myra said "It's important to know who's running for Council, and what they can bring for our District".
It's free at the Central Library all the way up until voting closes on Saturday 11 October 2025. The library's normal opening-hours apply.
Many of our villages are lucky to have four-legged friends like Lulu the poodle!
Lulu is a loved companion with a big personality and an even bigger routine. She’s up at 6am sharp and she never misses an outing - whether it’s a trip to the caravan, a ride in the Bunnings trolley, or even a … View moreMany of our villages are lucky to have four-legged friends like Lulu the poodle!
Lulu is a loved companion with a big personality and an even bigger routine. She’s up at 6am sharp and she never misses an outing - whether it’s a trip to the caravan, a ride in the Bunnings trolley, or even a spin on the jetski with her own life jacket!
Click read more to learn about Lulu's village life.
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