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Get inspired with the new The Range 2018 fashion fandeck from Resene, full of the latest on trend paint colours, popular neutrals and complementary colour ideas. To help you get started, get a FREE Resene testpot. Simply bring in a copy of this post to your local Resene owned ColorShop (print it … View moreGet inspired with the new The Range 2018 fashion fandeck from Resene, full of the latest on trend paint colours, popular neutrals and complementary colour ideas. To help you get started, get a FREE Resene testpot. Simply bring in a copy of this post to your local Resene owned ColorShop (print it off or show it on your phone!) and we’ll give you your choice of The Range 2018 testpot colour 60ml FREE! Offer valid until 30 November 2016.
Now we are moving into the summer months it is a good time to think about fire safety in the outdoors.
Already we have attended two grass fires, which highlights that regardless of the recent rain fall vegetation is getting drier and in the case of these fires very easily ignited. The wind also … View moreNow we are moving into the summer months it is a good time to think about fire safety in the outdoors.
Already we have attended two grass fires, which highlights that regardless of the recent rain fall vegetation is getting drier and in the case of these fires very easily ignited. The wind also helps with rapid spread.
No fire restrictions are yet in place but do keep an eye on public notices and the "having a fire" web site (havingafire.org.nz). Any restrictions or bans will be published. The web site shows a very accurate map of what restrictions apply in each area and further information about permits and BBQ's etc.
In the urban areas of Whangarei do be aware that a permanent restriction is in place on backyard burns. These are Regional Council restrictions to limit air pollution. Permits can be obtained from the Regional council.
As a rule of thumb; season or no fire season outdoor fires always pose some threat of spread so best to not have them if at all possible.
If you do; please ensue you take proper precautions to ensure it is done safely and under the right conditions.
Come down and check out the Artisan's Fair Market this Saturday. Christmas is getting closer so time to start thinking about presents. Buy something beautiful & unique from some of Northland's most talented arts & crafts people.
The jetty along the Hatea Loop will become a beautiful little over-the-water stopping point by Christmas.
Who out there in the community normally has a flutter at the Dargaville races. Will you be going on Friday? (Nov 11) Will you not be going because the special licence that has in the past allowed punters to bring their own booze has been turned down?
Have you always enjoy the laid back … View moreWho out there in the community normally has a flutter at the Dargaville races. Will you be going on Friday? (Nov 11) Will you not be going because the special licence that has in the past allowed punters to bring their own booze has been turned down?
Have you always enjoy the laid back atmosphere of this country meet?
Are you among any of those workplaces who will now have to make other arrangements for it pre- Christmas social event? We would love to hear your comments on the situation.
Comments may be used in print unless you state otherwise with NFP (not for print).
Five Neighbourly members have won a cleaner house! Check out if you've scored a $100 Goodnest voucher here. Spotted a neighbour on the list? Let them know!
With over 750 local businesses nominated around the country, we are proud to announce our five finalists in the Vodafone Local Business Awards. Now we need your help to decide who our 1st, 2nd and 3rd place winners are.
Read more about our five finalists then cast your vote by … View moreWith over 750 local businesses nominated around the country, we are proud to announce our five finalists in the Vodafone Local Business Awards. Now we need your help to decide who our 1st, 2nd and 3rd place winners are.
Read more about our five finalists then cast your vote by heading to our poll and selecting the business you would like to see scoop the title of New Zealand's favourite local business. You could help them win great prizes!
The SPCA is the only charity in New Zealand with the legal authority to seize abused or neglected animals and prosecute offenders. This is only possible because compassionate animal lovers throughout the community support their fight for justice.
SPCA Auckland is calling on you to help for their… View moreThe SPCA is the only charity in New Zealand with the legal authority to seize abused or neglected animals and prosecute offenders. This is only possible because compassionate animal lovers throughout the community support their fight for justice.
SPCA Auckland is calling on you to help for their Annual Appeal from 11th to 13th November. Collectors will take to the streets throughout Auckland, volunteering their time to make a difference for animals in need. Will you please donate to rescue, rehabilitate and seek justice for these innocent creatures? You can donate today at spcaannualappeal.org.nz.
Kilometres: 108,427km
- Silver, 5 door, RV/SUV
Petrol
- V6 cylinder, 3165cc
Transmission: Automatic
History: 1 owner, Imported
Registration expires: Jul 2017
WOF expires: Dec 2016
… View moreKilometres: 108,427km
- Silver, 5 door, RV/SUV
Petrol
- V6 cylinder, 3165cc
Transmission: Automatic
History: 1 owner, Imported
Registration expires: Jul 2017
WOF expires: Dec 2016
- happy to extend for 3 months
Stereo description: JVC KW- R700B7 50W WMA MP3
ABS brakes
- Air conditioning
- Alloy wheels
- Central locking
Driver airbag
- Passenger airbag
- Power steering
- Towbar
This has been a really versatile and extremely reliable vehicle.
As you can see the back seats fold down to give you heaps of space if you have a lot of shopping to fit in, as well as the privacy screen for the boot so no one can see what you have bought.
Great vehicle for towing a boat/trailer/caravan and super comfortable for long trips.
The Wizard has always been regularly serviced and just had 4 new tyres put on with a full sized spare as well.
Awesome JVC stereo, Aux, USB and bluetooth with a pretty jazzy display that can be changed. 50w of great sounds.
To celebrate the launch of our latest TV advert we’re giving you the chance to win $1000 cash. Head over to our Facebook page to enter. Terms & conditions apply.
Check out our showcase exhibition at Reyburn House - it's on for another week ending on the 13th. A chance to see what we get up to and perhaps find something to take home, as many of the prints are for sale or order.
Definitely worth a look. Open 10am to 4pm during the week. 2 to 4 pm on … View moreCheck out our showcase exhibition at Reyburn House - it's on for another week ending on the 13th. A chance to see what we get up to and perhaps find something to take home, as many of the prints are for sale or order.
Definitely worth a look. Open 10am to 4pm during the week. 2 to 4 pm on weekends.
If you make, bake, farm or fish something you would like to sell, consider being part of the
Parua Bay Farmers Market.
First market is 27th November (1-4 PM) at the Parua Bay Community Centre.
For more information, interested parties can email paruabayfm@gmail.com
All of NZ’s coastline is at risk from tsunami. Take some time this weekend to make a plan with your family. If your street was evacuated where would you go? What would you take? What about pets? Do you have neighbours who might need your help?
In a local source tsunami we may only have a few … View moreAll of NZ’s coastline is at risk from tsunami. Take some time this weekend to make a plan with your family. If your street was evacuated where would you go? What would you take? What about pets? Do you have neighbours who might need your help?
In a local source tsunami we may only have a few minutes warning. Early warning saves lives. Know what to do and where to go. www.happens.nz...
In our recent Neighbourly discussions of the local elections I was one of the people in favour of introducing online voting. So I was quite surprised when I received my voting papers for the NEPT election and discovered that online voting was an available option. Great - I did my research, made up … View moreIn our recent Neighbourly discussions of the local elections I was one of the people in favour of introducing online voting. So I was quite surprised when I received my voting papers for the NEPT election and discovered that online voting was an available option. Great - I did my research, made up my mind who to vote for, and went online.
Well, it's probably a good example of how NOT to implement online voting :-(
The welcome page was nice enough, but the ballot page itself looked very crude and basic, as if the so-called style sheet, which defines the styles and visual elements of a web page, was broken or missing. But it was a secure website, so I ticked my boxes and sent it off ... and didn't get any kind of feedback if my vote had been received. Hmmm. So I decided to click on the link for the feedback page and wrote up all my issues and complaints and clicked on the send button ... only to receive a timeout after a minute or so. Well, it happens sometimes, so I tried again ... another timeout. I gave up.
I had written in my earlier posts that online voting needed to be done professionally and securely, to be acceptable. The NEPT voting website felt like shoddy work, done in a hurry and not tested properly. I'm pretty sure that my vote wasn't lost, at least as sure as if I had sent it in by mail, but a professional design, with a ballot page identical or at least very similar to the printed version, and a confirmation that the vote was received, plus a working feedback page is the minimum we voters should be able to expect.
Has anybody else voted online and had similar or different (better or worse) experiences?
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