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Our CBDs have been making headlines lately – they’re not quite the bustling hearts of our cities they once were, with more people flocking to malls instead. The big question is, what do you think should be the focus of a revitalised city centre?
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Hey Neighbours!
Waking up with a stiff or achy back lately? You’re not alone — and the good news is, a few simple changes can make a big difference!
Your spine works hard every single day, so giving it the right support (especially while you sleep!) helps you stay active, pain-free, and … View moreHey Neighbours!
Waking up with a stiff or achy back lately? You’re not alone — and the good news is, a few simple changes can make a big difference!
Your spine works hard every single day, so giving it the right support (especially while you sleep!) helps you stay active, pain-free, and full of energy. From choosing the right mattress to improving your posture, small tweaks can go a long way toward a healthier back.
We’ve shared some easy, practical tips to help you care for your spine and enjoy better sleep — check them out here: beds4u.co.nz...
Here’s to happier mornings, healthier backs, and feeling your best every day, neighbours!
As soon as voting closes at noon on Saturday 11 October 2025, Electoral Services will be able to start counting votes. The results will be published in three phases as they become available.
1️⃣ Progress Results - around 3:00pm on Saturday
The very first indication of election results will … View moreAs soon as voting closes at noon on Saturday 11 October 2025, Electoral Services will be able to start counting votes. The results will be published in three phases as they become available.
1️⃣ Progress Results - around 3:00pm on Saturday
The very first indication of election results will be from the approximately 90% of ordinary votes that Electoral Services already have on hand to count. They won't include any Special Votes or the final collections from ballot boxes, so the rankings and outcomes may change as more votes are counted.
2️⃣ Preliminary Results – Sunday afternoon
By Sunday afternoon, all ordinary votes should be with Electoral Services and will have been counted. Preliminary results do not include any Special Votes, so they can also change when the final outcome is published.
3️⃣ Final Results
Once all special votes and ordinary votes are counted and checked, we will know the final results. This could be any time during the week following the voting deadline. Unlike the other two releases, final results cannot change - only the final results reflect which candidates have been elected to Council, and the outcome of the poll on Māori Wards. We’ll communicate these results as soon as they become available, but they are truly made final when a formal public notice is issued.
Each type of results will be published in this section of our website:
www.wdc.govt.nz...
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Sensory Sensations NZ Free downloadable ebooks
Created with support from Whangārei District Council
Exploring the Senses, Together
Thanks to the generous support of the Whangārei District Council, we are creating a series of engaging, free resources for whānau.
Our eBooks and stories are… View moreSensory Sensations NZ Free downloadable ebooks
Created with support from Whangārei District Council
Exploring the Senses, Together
Thanks to the generous support of the Whangārei District Council, we are creating a series of engaging, free resources for whānau.
Our eBooks and stories are designed to help children and families explore the fascinating world of the senses. Discover how each sense works, why they are so important, and understand the experience of sensory overload through relatable narratives.
Each topic includes:
An Informative eBook: Explores the science of a specific sense.
A Follow-Up Children's Story: Brings the concept of sensory overwhelm to life, sparking conversation and building empathy.
Learn More About Sensory Support
sensorysensations.co.nz...
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🚗 Vehicle parked in a visible location, or off the street if possible.
🚙 Valuables, including keys, removed from vehicle, or stored safely out of sight.
🚗 Vehicle locked & keys taken with you.
🚙 Keys & key chains do not display names, addresses, or license plate numbers.
… View more🚗 Vehicle parked in a visible location, or off the street if possible.
🚙 Valuables, including keys, removed from vehicle, or stored safely out of sight.
🚗 Vehicle locked & keys taken with you.
🚙 Keys & key chains do not display names, addresses, or license plate numbers.
🚗 Number plates secured with anti-theft screws (available at car accessory stores).
🚙 Alloy wheels secured with fit locking, anti-tamper wheel nuts.
🚗 Car ownership information stored at home, not in the vehicle.
🚙 Vehicle fitted with an anti-theft device, such as a steering wheel lock or alarm.
🚗 If the vehicle is keyless, ‘keys’ (or entry device) kept a safe distance from the car, away from doors & windows so the signal cannot be interfered with.
🚙 Get to know neighbours & their vehicles so you’ll know if you see something that doesn’t seem right.
Always report suspicious behaviour in your neighbourhood.
If it's already happened, phone 105 or report at 105.police.govt.nz.
If it's happening now, call 111.
Want to make an anonymous report? Contact Crime Stoppers
For more tips on keeping safe, visit the police.govt.nz website.
Voting closes soon! Take your completed voting papers to a post box by Tuesday 7 October 2025 or to a ballot box by 12 noon on Saturday 11 October 2025.
Ballot boxes can be found at the below locations:
🟧 Te Iwitahi (civic centre), 9 Rust Avenue, Whangārei
🟧 GAS Station Maungatapere, … View moreVoting closes soon! Take your completed voting papers to a post box by Tuesday 7 October 2025 or to a ballot box by 12 noon on Saturday 11 October 2025.
Ballot boxes can be found at the below locations:
🟧 Te Iwitahi (civic centre), 9 Rust Avenue, Whangārei
🟧 GAS Station Maungatapere, 1137 State Highway 14, Maungatapere
🟧 Hikurangi Four Square, 29 King Street, Hikurangi
🟧 Pak'nSave Whangārei, Walton Street, Whangarei
🟧 Parua Bay Four Square, 1379 Whangarei Heads Road, Parua Bay
🟧 Whangārei Central Library, 5 Rust Avenue, Whangārei
🟧 Our Ruakākā Service Centre, 9 Takutai Place, Ruakākā
🟧 Whangārei isite Visitor Centre, 92 Otaika Road, Raumanga
🟧 Woolworths Regent, 11 Kamo Road, Regent
🟧 Woolworths Tikipunga, corner Paramount Parade and Wanaka Street
Special votes are available at Te Iwitahi (civic centre) and the Ruakākā Service Centre until 12:00pm noon on Saturday 11 October 2025:
🟠 Te Iwitahi (civic centre)
9 Rust Avenue, Whangārei
Monday to Friday – 8:00am to 4:30pm
Saturday 11 October 2025 (final day for voting): 9:00am to 12 noon
🟠 Ruakākā service centre
9 Takutai Place, Ruakākā
Monday to Friday – 8:30am to 4:00pm
Saturday 11 October 2025 (final day for voting): 9:00am to 12 noon
🟠 Central Library Special Voting event
5 Rust Avenue, Whangārei
Saturday 4 October 2025, 9:00am to 1:00pm
More voter information: www.wdc.govt.nz...
1st and 2nd November - Nymet Open Garden Weekend - Fundraising for SPCA -. Come along and enjoy the serenity and beauty of the garden, and when you've finished there is a nice hot cup of tea and something to eat. Plenty of parking available and the garden is flat so it accessible for everyone.… View more1st and 2nd November - Nymet Open Garden Weekend - Fundraising for SPCA -. Come along and enjoy the serenity and beauty of the garden, and when you've finished there is a nice hot cup of tea and something to eat. Plenty of parking available and the garden is flat so it accessible for everyone.
A huge thankyou to the Sanders family for their kindness and generosity of sharing their sanctuary with us so we could raise funds for the animals.
Financial Markets Authority are warning the community about a new scam where scammers are hacking social media accounts in order to pretend to be a friend and loved one. When impersonating, they use special codes and sophisticated software to manipulate the target's cryptocurrency wallets
… View moreFinancial Markets Authority are warning the community about a new scam where scammers are hacking social media accounts in order to pretend to be a friend and loved one. When impersonating, they use special codes and sophisticated software to manipulate the target's cryptocurrency wallets
How to avoid scams involving hacked social media accounts:
- When approached by your family or friends on social media talking about investment opportunities, be wary.
- Consider contacting the loved one by other means toverify their identity, such as by phone.
- Be careful when anyone or any platform requires advance payments to withdraw funds.
The Neighbourly team has been diving into a big question: should our curiosity take us up into space or down into the ocean?
It’s wild to think that more people have walked on the Moon than have reached the deepest point of the sea. Why is that?
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