1380 days ago

Video: Starting the discussion for a Housing Strategy

The Team from Whangarei District Council

Housing is a huge topic in Aotearoa, and we're preparing to enter the conversation. How can we build a collective response to housing, ensure good quality stock and maintenance, and to help the related industries deliver what we need and want?

To begin the process of putting together a strategy, we invited key speakers from various industries within the housing sector and asked them what we should consider. We also invited various businesses and community groups to take part in the discussion.

Speakers:
Ashley Church
Jade Kake
Trevor Griffiths
Ngaire Rae

We can expect this will be the start of a long journey. Set aside an hour to watch this high level discussion - the next steps could bring some of these big questions to the community.

🎞 Video link:
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2 days ago

Poll: Are Kiwis allergic to “exuberance”? 🥝

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

In The Post’s opinion piece on the developments set to open across Aotearoa in 2026, John Coop suggests that, as a nation, we’re “allergic to exuberance.”

We want to know: Are we really allergic to showing our excitement?

Is it time to lean into a more optimistic view of the place we call home? As big projects take shape and new opportunities emerge, perhaps it’s worth asking whether a little more confidence (and enthusiasm!) could do us some good.

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Are Kiwis allergic to “exuberance”? 🥝
  • 41.2% Yes
    41.2% Complete
  • 34% Maybe?
    34% Complete
  • 24.8% No
    24.8% Complete
488 votes
36 minutes ago

Suellen's Sweet Christmas Tradition

Jane Mander Retirement Village

The festive season is the perfect excuse to indulge your sweet tooth and to bring something truly special to the Christmas table. For Suellen’s family, that showstopper is Croquembouche !

An impressive tower of cream puffs bound together with delicate spun sugar, this classic dessert is a favourite at weddings across France and Italy and a much-loved Christmas tradition at home.

Click read more for the full recipe.

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3 hours ago

Our SPCA Op Shop is seeking furniture donations – book a pick up 🚚

The Team from SPCA Whangarei - Centre & Op Shops

Have you got furniture or large household items you no longer need? Let us do the heavy lifting for you! 🛋️📦

If you have no truck or trailer, no problem! Our SPCA van service team can come right to your doorstep, saving you the hassle and cost. Our team offers free pick-up across Whangarei and Kamo. Please just make sure your items are in clean, sellable condition to help us raise vital funds for animals in need 💙

Schedule your collection today by calling 📞 09 435 0114

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