Nutty in Northland: Peanut trial by Pic s Peanut Butter looks promising
27 Jan, 2021 04:00 PM
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Project manager Declan Graham, left, with Pic Picot and his dog Fido at the Te Kopuru site. Photo / Supplied
Northern Advocate (Whangarei)
By: Donna Russell
A Northland peanut trial has peanut butter manufacturer Pic s Peanut Butter looking at the potential for sourcing its products locally and building a peanut factory in the area. The project aims to check the feasibility of growing peanuts commercially in Northland, with backing from the Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI), supported locally by Farmlands Dargaville and the Kaipara Kai Hub.
Northland dog owners spoiled for choice for canine companions
22 Jan, 2021 04:00 PM
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Tukairangi Maxwell and his dog Kuri at the popular William Fraser Memorial Park in Whangārei. Photo / Michael Cunningham
Jenny Ling is the Northern Advocate s feature writer and news reporterjenny.ling@nzme.co.nznorthernadvocat
Northland has a higher-than-average dog population compared to the rest of the country. Reporter Jenny Ling finds out what s on offer for our four-legged friends. Northland is home to a high proportion of dog owners who cherish their relationships with man s best friend.
Many of our fur-kids are domestic pooches, while others are an array of hunting, farm and therapy dogs.
Whanganui region s hidden gems: No shortage of fun and action
8 Jan, 2021 04:00 PM
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The Waitahinga Dam was built in 1904 but hasn t been used since 1990. Photo / Laurel Stowell
Whanganui and its surrounding districts offer a plethora of attractions that are slightly off the beaten track.
Whether it be biking, hiking, swimming, or studying, there s something out there to spark the interest of everyone.
Here are a few must-visits for those who are stopping by or staying put over the holidays.
Ototoka Beach
While Castlecliff and Kai Iwi beaches tend to attract the most visitors over the summer months, the hidden gem along Whanganui s coastline is Ototoka beach, found a little further north of Kai Iwi.
Whanganui surf lifesavers quick actions save lives at Kai Iwi Beach
31 Dec, 2020 04:00 PM
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Whanganui Surf Lifeguards Mia Gemmell, Layton Comp, Phoenix Grammaticogiannis and Geoff Karipa rescued two swimmers who got into trouble in the water at Kai Iwi beach this week. Photo / Bevan Conley
Liz Wylie is a reporter for the Whanganui Chronicleliz.wylie@whanganuichronicle.co.nzWhangaChron
Two young men are alive to welcome the new year thanks to the quick actions of four young surf lifesavers at Kai iwi beach on Wednesday. A guy was really drunk and he was trying to float in the water on an airbed, lifeguard Layton Comp said.
In the Swim: Popular swim spots in Whanganui and what you need to know
31 Dec, 2020 04:00 PM
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Swim season is under way in Whanganui and there are plenty of good spots to enjoy a refreshing dip. Photo / Bevan Conley
Liz Wylie is a reporter for the Whanganui Chronicleliz.wylie@whanganuichronicle.co.nzWhangaChron
As the year begins with a spell of warm and settled weather, the Whanganui swimming season is under way at last - but where are the best aquatic leisure spots and what do we need to know?
Beach patrols are operating daily at Castlecliff and Kai Iwi beaches. Beachgoers are urged to swim between the flags at both locations and Whanganui Surf Lifesavers are on hand to offer advice and information.