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2806 days ago

Do you think wheel clamping should be illegal?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hey neighbours,
Have you heard Transport Minister Phil Twyford's views on wheel clamping? He says it either needs to be banned or regulated - and he was working on legislation to see it banned. What are your thoughts? To read more, click here.

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2806 days ago

Poll: Would you keep a farm animal as a pet?

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

Are you a pet lover looking for an alternative to domestic cats and dogs?

Farm-style animals like chickens, goats, and even pigs, are gaining in the pet popularity stakes, but have specific needs and regulations you need to be aware of. … View more
Are you a pet lover looking for an alternative to domestic cats and dogs?

Farm-style animals like chickens, goats, and even pigs, are gaining in the pet popularity stakes, but have specific needs and regulations you need to be aware of. Here's what you need to know about keeping them in residential areas.

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Would you keep a farm animal as a pet?
  • 21.1% I already do - it's easy if you do your research and have the right space
    21.1% Complete
  • 15.4% I'd like to, but there's too much red tape
    15.4% Complete
  • 40.5% It depends on the animal
    40.5% Complete
  • 0.9% I tried, but it didn't work out
    0.9% Complete
  • 22.1% I don't think farm animals make good pets
    22.1% Complete
1086 votes
2807 days ago

Power still out in Franklin - are you affected?

Julie Kaio Reporter from Franklin County News

More than 170 Franklin properties are still suffering power loss due to the storm that ravaged the district last week.
Lines company Counties Power said on Monday morning 175 properties still had a power outage on their private service line, however more than 50 per cent of these do have part … View more
More than 170 Franklin properties are still suffering power loss due to the storm that ravaged the district last week.
Lines company Counties Power said on Monday morning 175 properties still had a power outage on their private service line, however more than 50 per cent of these do have part power.
*Are you still without power? if yes, comment below, and if you don't want your comments used, include NFP (not for publication), thanks

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2807 days ago

Winter Fire Safety in your Home

Mike Shaw from New Zealand Fire Region 1

With winter fast approaching it's time to look at your fireplaces and chimneys
:

•Clean chimneys and flues before you light the first fire of the season.

•Always use a fireguard or spark-guard when using an open fire.

•Never throw rubbish into the fireplace – particularly … View more
With winter fast approaching it's time to look at your fireplaces and chimneys
:

•Clean chimneys and flues before you light the first fire of the season.

•Always use a fireguard or spark-guard when using an open fire.

•Never throw rubbish into the fireplace – particularly batteries and aerosol cans.

•Always empty ashes and ashtrays into a metal bin and pour water over them before disposal. Remember that ashes can take up to 5 days to cool.

•Keep matches, lighters and anything else that can create fire out of reach of children.

Remember: Smoke alarms save lives

2807 days ago

Lucky Lotto - was it you!

Julie Kaio Reporter from Franklin County News

A lucky lotto player who bought their ticket at Pukekohe Countdown South has won $21,644 with Lotto Second Division in Saturday’s live Lotto draw. Was it you? - because it wasn't me :(
- Julie, editor)

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2807 days ago

Bring it on!

Briar Hubbard Reporter from Franklin County News

Sophie Donaldson will soon see if she and her cheerleading squad have what it takes to become world champions.

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2807 days ago

Industrial action affects some bus services

Communications Team from Auckland Transport

Due to industrial action by members of the Tramways and First Unions, some services operated by NZ Bus will be cancelled between 17 April 2018 – 27 April 2018. Full details on affected services can be found here:

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