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As more and more of us try to do our bit for the environment, we'd love to hear what habits you've changed.
Have you gone off-grid? Found a way to create an environmentally home? Maybe you've given something up or swapped it for a greener alternative...? … View moreAs more and more of us try to do our bit for the environment, we'd love to hear what habits you've changed.
Have you gone off-grid? Found a way to create an environmentally home? Maybe you've given something up or swapped it for a greener alternative...? Click here to share your eco tips, tricks and experiences and we'll publish a selection of the best.
Tourists arriving in New Zealand may soon have to pay to enter the country under a Government proposed international visitor levy.
The proposal would impact international visitors entering New Zealand for 12 months or less and would be at a rate between $25 to $35.
Do you think international… View moreTourists arriving in New Zealand may soon have to pay to enter the country under a Government proposed international visitor levy.
The proposal would impact international visitors entering New Zealand for 12 months or less and would be at a rate between $25 to $35.
Do you think international visitors should be charged a levy to enter New Zealand?
Does your community group help families and young people in your local area and need of more funds to support the great work you do? Your local The Warehouse store is now calling for applications to become a partner for our Customer Choice ‘Bags for good’ Programme. In the last financial year … View moreDoes your community group help families and young people in your local area and need of more funds to support the great work you do? Your local The Warehouse store is now calling for applications to become a partner for our Customer Choice ‘Bags for good’ Programme. In the last financial year over $529,000 was raised for 279 community partners across NZ. Curious? For more information or begin the application click here.
Applications close on the 23rd of June.
More than 100 road signs have been erected on a 4.5km stretch of road in a bid to improve safety – b…
Resene has just released the latest Habitat plus, full of inspiring ideas to help you bring out the best in your home with wallpaper. Pick up your FREE copy at your local Resene ColorShop. Make sure you view the extensive wallpaper library while you're in store; there's something to suit … View moreResene has just released the latest Habitat plus, full of inspiring ideas to help you bring out the best in your home with wallpaper. Pick up your FREE copy at your local Resene ColorShop. Make sure you view the extensive wallpaper library while you're in store; there's something to suit all tastes from neutral to bold, pattern to texture, fun to traditional, striped to botanical.
The pilot of a hang glider has died after the aircraft crashed at Kariotahi Beach, south west of Auc…
Housing affordability is getting worse for Kiwis - especially in Auckland.
About four in five people renting are unable to comfortably afford mortgage payments, recent Government statistics show. Many Kiwis are fleeing expensive cities like Auckland in search of affordable housing in the … View moreHousing affordability is getting worse for Kiwis - especially in Auckland.
About four in five people renting are unable to comfortably afford mortgage payments, recent Government statistics show. Many Kiwis are fleeing expensive cities like Auckland in search of affordable housing in the regions - and they're not looking back.
So, in your current situation are you able to afford your own home?
Hey Neighbours,
Jacinda Ardern is only three days away from her due date, which some of us have been eagerly awaiting since the announcment in January this year.
Are you excited for this very special Kiwi, or are you just wanting all of the baby talk to be over?
What are some great groups that … View moreHey Neighbours,
Jacinda Ardern is only three days away from her due date, which some of us have been eagerly awaiting since the announcment in January this year.
Are you excited for this very special Kiwi, or are you just wanting all of the baby talk to be over?
What are some great groups that our new Franklin mums can join?
Let us know your best new mum tips in the comments.
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Read more about Jacinda's baby plans: www.stuff.co.nz...
Look at how pleased Brandy is with herself, after she donated blood to save little kitten Cognac, after he was dumped and nearly eaten to death by fleas.
It is rare for vets to perform a xenotransfusion, but the kitten was knocking on death's door, so as a last resort, used Brandy's … View moreLook at how pleased Brandy is with herself, after she donated blood to save little kitten Cognac, after he was dumped and nearly eaten to death by fleas.
It is rare for vets to perform a xenotransfusion, but the kitten was knocking on death's door, so as a last resort, used Brandy's blood to revive the feline.
This is just one of the many tales Franklin Cat Rescue's Melanie Marshall has to tell - after all, she lives with 77 cats!
Click the link to read all about Melanie's crazy life!
Kia ora neighbours, please come along to our hui to help guide the new direction of mental health and addiction services in the Waikato region. We warmly invite you to share with us your experiences, views and ideas on helping those and their whānau who experience mental health and addiction … View moreKia ora neighbours, please come along to our hui to help guide the new direction of mental health and addiction services in the Waikato region. We warmly invite you to share with us your experiences, views and ideas on helping those and their whānau who experience mental health and addiction issues to get the right support when they want and need it.
Hui will be held in Huntly at the following venues
Thursday 14 June - General public engagement
Riverside Room, Waikato District Council, 148 Main St, Huntly
Whakatau - 10am
Tuesday 19 June - Iwi Māori Hui
Miria te Kakara, Waahi Marae,
177 Harris St, Huntly
Whakatau - 10am
We want to hear from the Huntly and surrounding communities, including those who have experienced mental health and/or addiction issues and those who provide support such as whānau, friends and interested others.
We look forward to meeting you. He whakarongo tātou – we’re here to listen
RSVP to Waahi Whaanui 07 828 9695 / 0800 843 878 Email:trust@whanui.org.nz
Study one of our Certificate qualifications and you’ll be able to pathway straight into higher levels of study after graduating, with an introductory knowledge of your subject.
You’ll have access to all our purpose-built facilities and a team of expert tutors behind you, giving you that … View moreStudy one of our Certificate qualifications and you’ll be able to pathway straight into higher levels of study after graduating, with an introductory knowledge of your subject.
You’ll have access to all our purpose-built facilities and a team of expert tutors behind you, giving you that extra push to get you where you’ve always wanted to be.
Brrrr, this chilly, drizzly, grey weather has us dreaming of sunshine and and warmer temperatures!
Where is your favourite place holiday during winter?
What country is on the bucketlist for future Kiwi winters?
Do you have a favourite wintry hideaway in Franklin?
Counties Inn is closing down and donating a plethora of different items to the Franklin Hospice. T…
Pukekohe's $16 million train station upgrade opened last week, with a new park and ride facility and better links between buses and trains, and roads and footpaths. What do you think of the upgrade?
READ MORE *www.stuff.co.nz...
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