Glenbervie, Whangarei

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2277 days ago

Friends or Foe in your Backyard?

Alison Neighbourly Lead from Kamo

Do you realise how PRECIOUS it is to have Kiwi, native Bats, Gecko, and other Creepy Crawlies living (and breeding) right in our Backyard?
An information and activities event for the whole community for Conservation Week.
Are you interested in the native and endemic species that live around us?
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Do you realise how PRECIOUS it is to have Kiwi, native Bats, Gecko, and other Creepy Crawlies living (and breeding) right in our Backyard?
An information and activities event for the whole community for Conservation Week.
Are you interested in the native and endemic species that live around us?
Would you like to create and protect habitats that encourage these species to thrive in our locality?
Come along tomorrow to Kiwi North and talk to the team who are making this happen. Find out what you can do in your own backyard.

Bring the Kids for a FUN day. TOMORROW - Sunday 29th
FREE EVENT!
Kiwi North
Gate 2, 500 SH14 Maunu, Whangarei.
10am to 2pm.
Refreshments available
Parking at Kiwi North, GATE 2, 500 SH14 Maunu

2277 days ago

Calling all Young artists

Alison Neighbourly Lead from Kamo

Term 4 Kids Art Workshops on Sundays. Drop the kiddies off and do what you have to do or go grab a coffee at one of the lovely cafes. Workshops are held at the Reyburn Art Studio starting Oct 27- Dec 8.

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2285 days ago

New water feature a good addition for summer?

Reporter Whangārei Leader

Whangarei's new Town Basin Park will be getting an interactive water feature.

It'll have water jets and colourful light displays illuminating the park at night. Is this a good addition in time for summer? What else would you like to see at the park?

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Whangarei's new Town Basin Park will be getting an interactive water feature.

It'll have water jets and colourful light displays illuminating the park at night. Is this a good addition in time for summer? What else would you like to see at the park?

SOURCE: Whangarei District Council

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2278 days ago

Daylight saving starts this Sunday! ⏰

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Now is a great time to check fire alarm batteries and make sure emergency supplies are well stocked and up to date.

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2278 days ago

How is the school holiday traffic where you are?

Denise Piper Reporter from Whangārei Leader

School holidays start on Friday and there have already been sightings of cars with boats and surfboards flooding into Northland. What is the traffic like where you are? What do you think about holidaymakers coming north?

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2278 days ago

Ready the spring forward this weekend!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

It's that time again! Daylight saving is this weekend. So don't forget - clocks spring forward one hour this Sunday morning. #theregoesthesleepin

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2281 days ago

What do you think of NZ's first smokefree streets?

Denise Piper Reporter from Whangārei Leader

Two Whangārei roads are the first suburban streets in the country to be declared smokefree - discouraging people to walk down the streets smoking or vaping. What do you think? Would you like other streets to be smokefree?

2279 days ago

HONDA CRF 80 WANTED

Gerard from Central Whangarei

I'm looking for a used Honda CRF 80 childs motorbike for my son. This bike in particular as it has all the features I want and being Honda they are extremely reliable and low maintenance.
Price I am prepared to pay will depend on condition but somewhere in the region of 15 to 18 hundred.

2279 days ago

House Tours are back for 2020!

NZ House & Garden Tours

NZ House & Garden House Tours are coming to the Bay of Islands!

Step inside the pages of one of New Zealand’s favourite magazines for a day of indulgence visiting exquisite homes and gardens, all in support of Breast Cancer Foundation NZ. For the last eleven years, the magazine has … View more
NZ House & Garden House Tours are coming to the Bay of Islands!

Step inside the pages of one of New Zealand’s favourite magazines for a day of indulgence visiting exquisite homes and gardens, all in support of Breast Cancer Foundation NZ. For the last eleven years, the magazine has handpicked five fabulous locations around the country and this time we are delighted to be heading to the Bay of Islands as one of our 5 locations.

Book Friday 14 February 2020 into your calendar and secure your tickets now for an inspiring day out exploring your backyard. Head to our website for more information.
Book now

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2280 days ago

Binge Eating Or Gluttony, One Of The Major Reasons For Sleeping Disorder

Jay from Beds4U - Whangarei

On the basis of the observations done on eating and sleeping patterns of various individuals, it has been noticed that people who have been involved in binge eating for a while, find it difficult to fall asleep. They do not feel sleepy at the usual timings and feel exhausted during the work hours. … View moreOn the basis of the observations done on eating and sleeping patterns of various individuals, it has been noticed that people who have been involved in binge eating for a while, find it difficult to fall asleep. They do not feel sleepy at the usual timings and feel exhausted during the work hours. They also start putting on extra weight. Annoyance and depression also start to get a grip on them. Read the full blog at

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2282 days ago

How are the local body elections like a dating site?

Peter from Kamo

Just wondering. It is, after all, well known that some people on social networks, and dating sites, post photoshopped pictures of themselves, or photos taken 30 years in the past.

And now I see something like it on WDC election hoardings .... the mind boggles. What, are you trying to get in … View more
Just wondering. It is, after all, well known that some people on social networks, and dating sites, post photoshopped pictures of themselves, or photos taken 30 years in the past.

And now I see something like it on WDC election hoardings .... the mind boggles. What, are you trying to get in "on your looks"?!?

I suppose it worked for Ronald Reagan; but!

;-P

2280 days ago

Strong wind watch

Neighbourly.co.nz

MetService has issued a strong wind watch for Northland.

Valid: 15 hours from 6:00pm Wednesday to 9:00am Thursday.
Forecast: Southwest winds are expected to strengthen this afternoon. From 6pm Wednesday till 9am Thursday, west to southwest winds may approach severe gales in exposed places.

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MetService has issued a strong wind watch for Northland.

Valid: 15 hours from 6:00pm Wednesday to 9:00am Thursday.
Forecast: Southwest winds are expected to strengthen this afternoon. From 6pm Wednesday till 9am Thursday, west to southwest winds may approach severe gales in exposed places.

An update for severe weather will be issued by 10:00am Wednesday 25 Sep 2019.

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2284 days ago

New 130-berth marina for Whangarei

Reporter Whangārei Leader

Whangarei will get a new 130-berth marina, including a more than 4500 square metre reclamation.

It's said that "it would provide significant positive effects, not only for Whangarei but also the wider Northland region". What are your thoughts on this?

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Whangarei will get a new 130-berth marina, including a more than 4500 square metre reclamation.

It's said that "it would provide significant positive effects, not only for Whangarei but also the wider Northland region". What are your thoughts on this?

SOURCE: Northland Regional Council

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2282 days ago

What did you think of the All Blacks vs. South Africa game?

Reporter Whangārei Leader

Hi neighbours - what'd you think of the All Blacks vs. South Africa game on Saturday night?

Some All Blacks supporters have expressed disgust that Springboks fans sang loudly during the All Blacks' first haka at the World Cup, even though this isn't uncommon. What are your thoughts?

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2281 days ago

Do you know a Kind Neighbour?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We're looking for all the kindness heroes in your neighbourhood and we want to hear all about them. Nominate someone today, to be our weekly AMI Kind Neighbour and your special neighbour could feature in the community newspapers around New Zealand as an inspiration to us all. Plus, if your … View moreWe're looking for all the kindness heroes in your neighbourhood and we want to hear all about them. Nominate someone today, to be our weekly AMI Kind Neighbour and your special neighbour could feature in the community newspapers around New Zealand as an inspiration to us all. Plus, if your nomination is chosen and features in the community newspapers then you'll both receive a $50 Prezzy® card from us!

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