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Filters allow you to manage what you see on your Neighbourly noticeboard. Perhaps you want to hide Buy & Sell messages - or maybe that's all you want to see! You'll find four filters at the top of your noticeboard: Recommendations, Buy & Sell, Events and Business. You can toggle … View moreFilters allow you to manage what you see on your Neighbourly noticeboard. Perhaps you want to hide Buy & Sell messages - or maybe that's all you want to see! You'll find four filters at the top of your noticeboard: Recommendations, Buy & Sell, Events and Business. You can toggle these on and off to customise your Neighbourly experience.
While you're there - have a play with the 'Sort' filter. This is a drop down menu allowing you to switch between newest posts and newest activity (replies).
Catch the superstars of Australian and New Zealand rugby along with international heavyweights Toulon, the Blue Bulls, Samoa and the Panasonic Wild Knights as they go head-to-head in a thrilling, high-stakes, ten-a-side knockout tournament.
Be in to win a trip for you and 3 mates to the first … View moreCatch the superstars of Australian and New Zealand rugby along with international heavyweights Toulon, the Blue Bulls, Samoa and the Panasonic Wild Knights as they go head-to-head in a thrilling, high-stakes, ten-a-side knockout tournament.
Be in to win a trip for you and 3 mates to the first ever Brisbane 10’s. See all of your favourite Super Rugby players in one exhilarating competition!
The prize package includes flights, accommodation and 4 platinum section tickets to the Brisbane 10’s on February 11 and 12.
Held annually at Suncorp Stadium the Brisbane Global Tens will showcase rugby at its action-packed best, offering a fresh and compelling take on the game, with a format that will combine the space and speed of Sevens rugby with the trademark physicality, athleticism and tactical element of the traditional fifteen-a-side game.
For your chance to win simply like or thank this post before Friday 27 January and you're in the draw!
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Conditions: prize not transferable. Valid for prize as is and no cash equivalent. NZ residents/citizens only and 18+.
Te Waiora - From the mountains to the sea
In Whangarei 27th and 28th January. See the images for more or go to nyt.org.nz.
Northland Youth Theatre receives support via Council's community funding scheme.
Have you noticed those three little dots under Neighbourly posts and replies? Have you ever clicked them?
Those three dots bring up a special menu allowing you to hide a post you don't want to see anymore, unfollow a discussion you've taken part in and to report a message for the … View moreHave you noticed those three little dots under Neighbourly posts and replies? Have you ever clicked them?
Those three dots bring up a special menu allowing you to hide a post you don't want to see anymore, unfollow a discussion you've taken part in and to report a message for the Neighbourly team to review.
Under your own posts, those three little dots give you a different menu. You'll be able to edit your post, delete it or disable replies.
A man understood to have a gunshot wound to the head has been rushed to Auckland City Hospital.
A St John spokeswoman said the man was treated at Waipu Medical Centre in Northland before being taken by helicopter to hospital.
The spokeswoman couldn't confirm the exact nature of the … View moreA man understood to have a gunshot wound to the head has been rushed to Auckland City Hospital.
A St John spokeswoman said the man was treated at Waipu Medical Centre in Northland before being taken by helicopter to hospital.
The spokeswoman couldn't confirm the exact nature of the man's injuries but said he was in a moderate condition.
Inspector Al Symonds says it does not appear to be a criminal occurrence and police are not looking for anyone in regards to the incident.
Seems our local MP and his family are very musical. Nice to see the lovley interaction.
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In December, your local The Warehouse was raising funds to support Zoofari. With the support of the surrounding stores in the region, a total of $31,507 was raised thanks to the generosity of the local community. These funds will go towards enabling primary school children from low decile schools … View moreIn December, your local The Warehouse was raising funds to support Zoofari. With the support of the surrounding stores in the region, a total of $31,507 was raised thanks to the generosity of the local community. These funds will go towards enabling primary school children from low decile schools the opportunity to visit and participate in educations sessions at the zoo. Thanks to your support the community is becoming a better place.
Was Santa good to you last year? If so, you might have a few things lying around you no longer need. You could have a garage sale, give them to a local charity shop, sell them for FREE on Neighbourly and or list them under the Free Stuff category. Whether it’s an old bed, a pile of kids clothing … View moreWas Santa good to you last year? If so, you might have a few things lying around you no longer need. You could have a garage sale, give them to a local charity shop, sell them for FREE on Neighbourly and or list them under the Free Stuff category. Whether it’s an old bed, a pile of kids clothing or toys, even the carpet off-cuts or unwanted paint - your trash is another neighbour’s treasure. Sit back and watch them disappear down the drive.
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Over the next few days we're going to be sharing tips and tricks to ensure you have the best Neighbourly experience possible. Have you something you'd like us to share info on? Just get in touch!
Parua Bay Market tomorrow see you there with fresh picked green beans, Apple cucumbers, Water and Rock Melons, Maori potatoes, Kumi Kumi all grown spray free.
Yes that picture is from last year when we actually had rain! Look forward to seeing you!
Hugh and Pauline
Rukuwai Farm
Online games and apps can help our children develop problem solving and strategic thinking skills. So before you tell them to switch off – take a look at what they’re doing, and join in.
Got some downtime during the holidays – keep the family entertained with these … View moreOnline games and apps can help our children develop problem solving and strategic thinking skills. So before you tell them to switch off – take a look at what they’re doing, and join in.
Got some downtime during the holidays – keep the family entertained with these fun and educational apps.
A total fire ban is in place, in both Whangarei and Kaipara districts until further notice. Read more on what is allowed and learn about safe fire practice in the link below.
MPI has issued a shellfish biotoxin alert for the area from Taiharuru to Cape Brett. Paralytic Shellfish Poisoning (PSP).
Here is a link to MPI with more info: www.mpi.govt.nz...
I had thrown a handful of wildflower seeds around and they have given me some beautiful flowers that I would like to identify, Can you help?
The 1st pick is the bud opening and the second is the flower head. The flower is on a single stem that stands about 45cm high and has a fern like leaf. I … View moreI had thrown a handful of wildflower seeds around and they have given me some beautiful flowers that I would like to identify, Can you help?
The 1st pick is the bud opening and the second is the flower head. The flower is on a single stem that stands about 45cm high and has a fern like leaf. I will post further pictures to show the leaf structure. Thanks in advance.
A bus route which links Whangarei's CBD with Okara Shopping Centre is being reintroduced on December 19. The Okara Loop route will run from Rose St back to Rose St with stops at The Hub, The Warehouse (Port Rd entrance), MegaSurf and Porowini Ave (outside Pacific Ford Group).
The route … View moreA bus route which links Whangarei's CBD with Okara Shopping Centre is being reintroduced on December 19. The Okara Loop route will run from Rose St back to Rose St with stops at The Hub, The Warehouse (Port Rd entrance), MegaSurf and Porowini Ave (outside Pacific Ford Group).
The route existed in 2008 but was dropped due to low passenger numbers. Do you think it will be more popular this time around? Why or why not?
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