Art in the Garden unites Whangārei creatives
18 Feb, 2021 04:00 PM
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Artist and sculptor Trish Clarke sets up some of the displays for Art in the Garden. Photo / Michael Cunningham
Artist and sculptor Trish Clarke sets up some of the displays for Art in the Garden. Photo / Michael Cunningham
Reporter for the Northern Advocate jodi.bryant@nzme.co.nz
Many an idea was conceived during last year s lockdown and this weekend sees the fruition of one involving local artists, suburban gardens and the public.
Art in the Garden derived from a group of Whau Valley neighbours keen to support local artists impacted by Covid through showcasing their work in their own backyards.
Northland news in brief: Missing dog
15 Feb, 2021 04:00 PM
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A Northland mother says her two sons are desperate for the return of their missing family dog, Swazzy.
A Northland mother says her two sons are desperate for the return of their missing family dog, Swazzy.
Northern Advocate
A Northland family is pleading for the return of their pet dog - a member of the family for 11 years. Mike and Natalie Coyne said Swazzy was allegedly picked up by a woman on SH1 in Hukerenui after he escaped their property on February 7. The couple believe the woman approached their neighbour regarding Swazzy and she was directed to their place but they were not home at the time. The couple have contacted the pound, locals vets and councils, as well as the SPCA, and have put up posters plus social media posts asking for help. They asked he be dropped to the pound, SPCA, vet, or their home address in Hukerenui if known.