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The Summer Safe Carpark Community Safety Programme kicked off on 3 December. Volulnteers will patrol various carparks during weekends and upcoming public holidays! THANK YOU for your valuable contribution in making Whangarei a safer district. Read more about the programme at the link below.
What is your favourite Christmas treat? Mint sauce, scorched almonds, salted peanuts, picked onions? FreshChoice Supermarkets are encouraging customers to give non-perishable food items to their local community through the Give Local in store. So when you are putting your fav into the trolley add… View moreWhat is your favourite Christmas treat? Mint sauce, scorched almonds, salted peanuts, picked onions? FreshChoice Supermarkets are encouraging customers to give non-perishable food items to their local community through the Give Local in store. So when you are putting your fav into the trolley add a second one for the donation trolley. An easy way to give locally this Christmas.
If you haven’t already made contact with your neighbour, the holiday season is a perfect opportunity to break the ice.
Sometimes we get caught up in the Christmas rush, and don’t take time to think about people who may be experiencing a much quieter holiday season. Contact with older people… View moreIf you haven’t already made contact with your neighbour, the holiday season is a perfect opportunity to break the ice.
Sometimes we get caught up in the Christmas rush, and don’t take time to think about people who may be experiencing a much quieter holiday season. Contact with older people can help families to connect with what Christmas is really about, and it’s a great time to explore memories and think about traditions.
We will posting 5 tips leading up to Christmas on how you can connect with your older neighbours this Holiday Season.
2. Pop over with a hand-made card from a child
A little note to say Happy Holidays can make the world of difference to an older neighbour. Have your son or daughter make up a card or get your crafty hat on and make one yourself. It’s a great excuse to pop over and have a nice chat.
I promised my hubby he could have the space back in his gge so out go the boxes of kids clothes, books, outgrown toys and unused items. Fill a shopping bag with clothes for $5.
We can do that for you! We cook an extensive range of delicious freezer meals every Tuesday and 2 gourmet dinner options PLUS dessert every Wednesday. We also do lunchbox fillers for your little ones, catering, sweet treats and much more!
Everything is prepared in a Grade A certified kitchen. … View moreWe can do that for you! We cook an extensive range of delicious freezer meals every Tuesday and 2 gourmet dinner options PLUS dessert every Wednesday. We also do lunchbox fillers for your little ones, catering, sweet treats and much more!
Everything is prepared in a Grade A certified kitchen. Prices are very reasonable; most meals are $16 and are very generous (1 can even sometimes feed 2 people) and this includes delivery within Whangarei and surrounding suburbs. We offer a buy 9 get 1 free loyalty system.
We have been operating since February this year and have had heaps of positive feedback! Check out our facebook page to see for yourself at www.facebook.com...
Our website will be live soon but for now, if you would like a menu, any info or to be added to our mailing list give me a call on 02102571629 or email me at feedme@keenkitchen.nz
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Te Matau a Pohe bridge will be closed tonight (9 December) from 7pm to 6am Saturday morning to all boats over 6.5m height during these times. This is for routine internal inspection of the lifting bridge beams.
We recommend that skippers intending on using their boats tonight, plan to leave … View moreTe Matau a Pohe bridge will be closed tonight (9 December) from 7pm to 6am Saturday morning to all boats over 6.5m height during these times. This is for routine internal inspection of the lifting bridge beams.
We recommend that skippers intending on using their boats tonight, plan to leave before or after these times and book an opening time with Bridge Control.
The contacts for Bridge Control are: VHF Channel 18, mobile +64 (0)21 401 752 or Landline +64 (0)9 438 7261.
Are your related , or have knowledge on any of the WW1 soldiers
who are honoured on Memorial Drive in Whangarei Boys' High School?
Check out the names in the photo - Do you recognise anyone and can you help?
New plaques and interactive information is planned for the tree lined drive … View moreAre your related , or have knowledge on any of the WW1 soldiers
who are honoured on Memorial Drive in Whangarei Boys' High School?
Check out the names in the photo - Do you recognise anyone and can you help?
New plaques and interactive information is planned for the tree lined drive and teacher Josh Clark and student Zac Miller-Waugh would love to hear from you.
In 1934, 30 pohutukawa trees were planted to represent the fallen soldiers along the drive.
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Untangle your tinsel and head down the drive! It's your last chance to enter the Mike Pero Christmas Letterbox Competition. Simply decorate your letterbox for the festive season, share a photo on your Neighbourly noticeboard using the hashtag #christmasletterbox before Monday 12 December and … View moreUntangle your tinsel and head down the drive! It's your last chance to enter the Mike Pero Christmas Letterbox Competition. Simply decorate your letterbox for the festive season, share a photo on your Neighbourly noticeboard using the hashtag #christmasletterbox before Monday 12 December and we'll put you in the draw to win great prizes - including Prezzy® cards!
Help Santa find his way by decorating your letterbox this Christmas! Find out more.
Whangarei Mayor Sheryl Mai and councillor Tricia Cutforth were the first of around 38 swimmers to "Take The Plunge " in support of cleaning up Whangarei's Hatea River.
Campaigners pushing for cleaning up the Town Basin and other waterways in the district collected more than 170 … View moreWhangarei Mayor Sheryl Mai and councillor Tricia Cutforth were the first of around 38 swimmers to "Take The Plunge " in support of cleaning up Whangarei's Hatea River.
Campaigners pushing for cleaning up the Town Basin and other waterways in the district collected more than 170 signatures at the inaugural event held on November 19 at the Canopy Bridge.
Two out of five water tests taken by the Northland Regional Council this year have recorded bacteria levels in the Hatea River considered unsafe for swimming.
Organisers of the event Together Tahi will be presenting a petition to the Whangarei District and Northland Regional Councils which asks the councils to make cleaning up and prevention of pollution in the waterways more of a priority.
Together Tahi plans to hold the event annually until 2025.
If anyone needs anything transported or delivered from Auckland to whangarei or anywhere please message this page my 17 year old son has been a driver for over a year and is trying to become self employed. www.facebook.com...
Comfortable office swivel chair in fab condition for sale. $15. Listed elsewhere. Greeny blue in colour. Lever to adjust height and adjustable back also. Pick up Maunu.
Young men who face family violence, suicide and depression challenges in their day-to-day lives are learning valuable life skills as part of close-knit group.
The group meet weekly, where they work on art and murals and practice traditional and alternative kai gathering methods. Along the way … View moreYoung men who face family violence, suicide and depression challenges in their day-to-day lives are learning valuable life skills as part of close-knit group.
The group meet weekly, where they work on art and murals and practice traditional and alternative kai gathering methods. Along the way they have serious discussions about the issues the young men face.
Read more....
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All of New Zealand’s coast line is at risk of tsunami.
Knowing the right immediate action to take can save lives and prevent injury. If you are near the coast and feel a strong earthquake that makes it hard to stand up, or a rolling earthquake that lasts longer than a minute, move immediately … View moreAll of New Zealand’s coast line is at risk of tsunami.
Knowing the right immediate action to take can save lives and prevent injury. If you are near the coast and feel a strong earthquake that makes it hard to stand up, or a rolling earthquake that lasts longer than a minute, move immediately to high ground, or as far inland as possible.
The earthquake is your first warning, tsunami waves can arrive within minutes. Do not wait for official advice or warning systems.
Contact your local civil defence group for tsunami zone maps and plan your route today. www.civildefence.govt.nz...
Talk to your neighbours about where you will go, and who might need your help.
If you haven’t already made contact with your neighbour, the holiday season is a perfect opportunity to break the ice.
Sometimes we get caught up in the Christmas rush, and don’t take time to think about people who may be experiencing a much quieter holiday season. Contact with older people… View moreIf you haven’t already made contact with your neighbour, the holiday season is a perfect opportunity to break the ice.
Sometimes we get caught up in the Christmas rush, and don’t take time to think about people who may be experiencing a much quieter holiday season. Contact with older people can help families to connect with what Christmas is really about, and it’s a great time to explore memories and think about traditions.
Age Concern New Zealand will posting 5 tips leading up to Christmas on how you can connect with your older neighbours this Holiday Season.
1. Invite your older neighbour to share a meal or a cup of tea
Christmas can be a tough time for older people, especially those who live alone. Invite your older neighbour over for a meal this holiday season. This will give you a chance to build a relationship with them.
Summer School Holiday Programme is out! Check what's on in your area by following the link below or see the centre page of this week's Leader.
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