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The Franklin Pakeke Lions Club has closed down after 34 years of service to Franklin and the wider community.
Although membership numbers remained strong, the restrictions imposed by age and physical limitations led to a situation where there were insufficient able bodied members to undertake … View moreThe Franklin Pakeke Lions Club has closed down after 34 years of service to Franklin and the wider community.
Although membership numbers remained strong, the restrictions imposed by age and physical limitations led to a situation where there were insufficient able bodied members to undertake ...
Check out these brave students who had their heads shaved in a bid to raise money for charity.
Here is a selection of Aotearoa – New Zealand Māori place names. While it's not extensive, can you spot the name of the town closest to you?
Do you know your Kawatiri from your Kirikiriroa? Take Stuff's quick quiz on Māori place names here.
Thinking about building or curious about how best to do it? Join a Jennian New Home Builders Information Session.
These completely FREE information evenings are designed to ensure your new build experience is filled with plenty of 'OH YES' moments. No matter your budget or levels of … View moreThinking about building or curious about how best to do it? Join a Jennian New Home Builders Information Session.
These completely FREE information evenings are designed to ensure your new build experience is filled with plenty of 'OH YES' moments. No matter your budget or levels of experience - you'll leave your Information Session with greater insights into:
• Establishing your construction budget
• Avoiding hidden costs
• Saving money by building an environmentally friendly home
• Planning the home you've always wanted
Your local Jennian team would love to meet you - to share our construction industry knowledge and to find out how we can help get into your dream home. Come along with any questions you might have and learn how to avoid ‘OH NO’ moments. Find out more at jennianinfo.com
This year is the 125th Jubilee of the Waikato A&P Show. Exhibitors entering the competitions for alpaca, anglo-nubian goat, beef, dairy cattle, dairy goat, equestrian, sheep, and sheep dog trials have until 25th September 2017 to get their entries in.
Click here to download the entry forms … View moreThis year is the 125th Jubilee of the Waikato A&P Show. Exhibitors entering the competitions for alpaca, anglo-nubian goat, beef, dairy cattle, dairy goat, equestrian, sheep, and sheep dog trials have until 25th September 2017 to get their entries in.
Click here to download the entry forms and schedules for the show.
Mark the dates in your diary - the show is on Friday 27th to Sunday 29th October.
Don't miss the exhibitor entry deadline of 25th September!
The hail was back again last night! Here are some reader photos taken on Vivien Pl, Patumahoe. This weather is crazy eh!
Hi neighbours! Did you know that voting is now open for the 2017 General Election? This means you can vote whenever you’re ready.
You can even enrol at any advance voting place if you haven’t already.
To find your closest advance voting place, simply check your EasyVote pack or you can … View moreHi neighbours! Did you know that voting is now open for the 2017 General Election? This means you can vote whenever you’re ready.
You can even enrol at any advance voting place if you haven’t already.
To find your closest advance voting place, simply check your EasyVote pack or you can check here.
Tony Smith will put his body on the line next month in the daunting Burpee Mile, and is calling on other members of Franklin to join him.
He will be completing a 1600m burpee challenge to raise funds for Kaleidocare, an organisation that caters for people with high special needs. He wants … View moreTony Smith will put his body on the line next month in the daunting Burpee Mile, and is calling on other members of Franklin to join him.
He will be completing a 1600m burpee challenge to raise funds for Kaleidocare, an organisation that caters for people with high special needs. He wants ...
The hail hit in Mareretu Ave, Patumahoe yesterday and Richard Eggleton's daughter Julia had a great time! How cute is she?
Richard said he had never seen hail like this before! Do you have any photos from the hail storm yesterday? Feel free to share them with us - email … View moreThe hail hit in Mareretu Ave, Patumahoe yesterday and Richard Eggleton's daughter Julia had a great time! How cute is she?
Richard said he had never seen hail like this before! Do you have any photos from the hail storm yesterday? Feel free to share them with us - email julie.kaio@fairfaxmedia.co.nz
It is now easier than you think to carpool. Match-a-ride with the Smart Travel app.
Hi everyone,
Just want to thank Pukekohe Netball Centre for another fantastic year of community sport!! It was a wet and blustery day but the finals were fought hard!
Also congratulations to Sara Hill for winning the Jennian Homes Trophy for Outstanding Contribution to Umpiring in 2017!!
… View moreHi everyone,
Just want to thank Pukekohe Netball Centre for another fantastic year of community sport!! It was a wet and blustery day but the finals were fought hard!
Also congratulations to Sara Hill for winning the Jennian Homes Trophy for Outstanding Contribution to Umpiring in 2017!!
Looking forward to another great year in 2018!
The America's Cup will be on display at the Thames Sailing Club on Sunday 8th October 2017 from 12 to 2pm. All welcome.
If you are thinking of building its a great day to pop down and hang out inside the Jennian Pokeno show home. Come on over and have a chat and a coffee! 131 Hill Park Drive, Pokeno
Spring has sprung! Whether it's the blooming daffodils, warmer weather, longer days or summer dishes being whipped up in the kitchen - there's a lot to love about this season! Some of our most favourite fruit and vegetables are being introduced and are more plentiful in supermarkets, … View moreSpring has sprung! Whether it's the blooming daffodils, warmer weather, longer days or summer dishes being whipped up in the kitchen - there's a lot to love about this season! Some of our most favourite fruit and vegetables are being introduced and are more plentiful in supermarkets, including spring onions, silverbeet, broccoli, tamarillos and avocados. Check out our facts and tips on avocados and what else is in-season!
Myrtle Rust is a fungus that can destroy our native and taonga myrtle trees such as ramarama, pōhutukawa, mānuka and bottle brush. It has been dormant over the winter months due to the lower temperatures, but with spring now here Myrtle Rust could thrive and become easier to spot. If you see it, … View moreMyrtle Rust is a fungus that can destroy our native and taonga myrtle trees such as ramarama, pōhutukawa, mānuka and bottle brush. It has been dormant over the winter months due to the lower temperatures, but with spring now here Myrtle Rust could thrive and become easier to spot. If you see it, DO NOT TOUCH OR DISTURB THE PLANT. Take photos and call MPI immediately on 0800 80 99 66.
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