Kawakawa Bay - Orere Point, Kawakawa Bay

Got something to swap or sell?

Got something to swap or sell?

Head to Market if you need to buy or list uniforms, books or bikes.

3233 days ago

Annual Budget – Have your say

Communications from Franklin Local Board

What do you want Franklin to look like in the future? More transport options?, park development? These are some of the topics of discussion in Auckland Council’s 2017/2018 Annual Budget. Consultation is now open online until 4pm Monday 27 March 2017.

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3233 days ago

Can you help Pedal for Plunket?

The Warehouse

We're jumping on our bikes to cycle the length of the country! Help us raise more than $300,000 for Plunket New Zealand. Follow the journey and donate at www.pedalforplunket.org.nz #Pedal4Plunket Watch the video

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3233 days ago

Community Grants and Funding 2017

Communications from Franklin Local Board

Does your community group need funding?
Are you putting together a project or event in the Franklin Local Board area? As well as the standard local grants, the local board is now able to approve quick response grants of up to $2000. Priority is given to: community events, community safety, health… View more
Does your community group need funding?
Are you putting together a project or event in the Franklin Local Board area? As well as the standard local grants, the local board is now able to approve quick response grants of up to $2000. Priority is given to: community events, community safety, health and wellbeing, environment.
Applications for Quick Response Grants: 13 Mar - 7 April
Applications for Local Board Grants : 13 Mar - 7 April

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3233 days ago

March Madness

Phil Goff from Phil Goff

Students are about to head back to Uni as the semester begins, which means there will be extra pressure on the roads. Auckland Transport have put on more seats to try and accommodate the increased usage including introducing four double decker buses in the North Shore.

Make sure you look out … View more
Students are about to head back to Uni as the semester begins, which means there will be extra pressure on the roads. Auckland Transport have put on more seats to try and accommodate the increased usage including introducing four double decker buses in the North Shore.

Make sure you look out for train timetable changes from 12 March too.

3233 days ago

Glassware sale

Age Concern Counties Manukau Inc

The Vintage Store - Age Concern's charity store 3/154 Kolmar Road Papatoetoe has all it's glassware on sale this week!
All glasses (except coloured and crystal) 50cents
Dont miss these bargains

Price: $0.50

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3234 days ago

Water Protection Fund - Applications open 1 March

Communications from Franklin Local Board

The focus of the Water Protection Fund in the Wairoa catchment is to support and financially assist landowners and the local community in works that aim to reduce erosion and to enhance waterway health. These works may include fencing off streams, wetlands, and drains to exclude grazing stock, and … View moreThe focus of the Water Protection Fund in the Wairoa catchment is to support and financially assist landowners and the local community in works that aim to reduce erosion and to enhance waterway health. These works may include fencing off streams, wetlands, and drains to exclude grazing stock, and riparian planting.Applications may be submitted between 1 March and 30 April 2017
aucklandcouncil.smartygrants.com.au...

3236 days ago

Do you want to see a change to Daylight Savings? Vote now!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

It's hard to believe there's just five weeks (2 April) until daylight savings ends and our clocks go back. So we want to know. Would you like more daylight in the evenings? Are you happy returning from work in the dark? Do you like the idea of clocks going back early May - rather than … View moreIt's hard to believe there's just five weeks (2 April) until daylight savings ends and our clocks go back. So we want to know. Would you like more daylight in the evenings? Are you happy returning from work in the dark? Do you like the idea of clocks going back early May - rather than early April? Share your thoughts on whether you love or loathe this idea and make sure you vote in our Daylight Savings poll too.

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3237 days ago

Want something yummy for your lunch box?

SuperValue New Zealand

Try out these delicious high-energy Granola Bars! They're perfect as a snack, popping into lunch boxes or as a quick brekkie on the go. What's even better about this recipe is there is a dairy and gluten-free alternative! Check out the recipe now. See the recipe

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3237 days ago

Last chance to swap your food cans!

Resene

Bring in any food cans to your local Resene owned ColorShop this weekend and we'll swap your food can for a Resene testpot!*

Add a splash of colour not only to your life but to that of a disadvantaged Kiwi; all food cans will be donated to The Salvation Army local foodbanks and other … View more
Bring in any food cans to your local Resene owned ColorShop this weekend and we'll swap your food can for a Resene testpot!*

Add a splash of colour not only to your life but to that of a disadvantaged Kiwi; all food cans will be donated to The Salvation Army local foodbanks and other community foodbanks, while you save up to $5.50 on each testpot purchase.

Don't miss out - there is nothing to lose with Hunger for Colour! but you've only got until tomorrow!

*60-80ml testpot
Learn more

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3237 days ago

Poll: Do you want more daylight hours?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

It's hard to believe there's just five weeks (2 April) until daylight savings ends and our clocks go back. So we want to know. Would you like more daylight in the evenings? Are you happy returning from work in the dark? Do you like the idea of clocks going back early May - rather than … View moreIt's hard to believe there's just five weeks (2 April) until daylight savings ends and our clocks go back. So we want to know. Would you like more daylight in the evenings? Are you happy returning from work in the dark? Do you like the idea of clocks going back early May - rather than early April? Vote below - and then click here to discuss the idea with your neighbours!

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Do you want more daylight hours?
  • 62.9% Yes - I want more daylight! Summer is too short.
    62.9% Complete
  • 19.4% I'm not too bothered / I'm happy with the way things are
    19.4% Complete
  • 17.8% Absolutely not. It's too dark in the mornings already
    17.8% Complete
6257 votes
3238 days ago

Freezell 4 your Community nominations open now!

Haier & Cooking 4 Change

We are excited to be collaborating with iconic artist Dick Frizzell and Cooking 4 Change to find New Zealand’s most deserving charities and community groups! Nominate your most deserving local community group or charity to be in with a chance to win 1 of 3 ‘Freezzell’ fridges, artworked and… View moreWe are excited to be collaborating with iconic artist Dick Frizzell and Cooking 4 Change to find New Zealand’s most deserving charities and community groups! Nominate your most deserving local community group or charity to be in with a chance to win 1 of 3 ‘Freezzell’ fridges, artworked and personalised by Dick Frizzell. Nominate now

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3240 days ago

Chorus Competition closes this Friday!

Are you an artist looking to showcase your talent?

Our annual Chorus Cabinet Art Competition is back again for 2017. We're seeking 5 artists to complete 1 of 5 Chorus cabinets in South Auckland and get paid $1000 + for doing it! #BeautifulManukau

Entries close this Friday!

See poster … View more
Are you an artist looking to showcase your talent?

Our annual Chorus Cabinet Art Competition is back again for 2017. We're seeking 5 artists to complete 1 of 5 Chorus cabinets in South Auckland and get paid $1000 + for doing it! #BeautifulManukau

Entries close this Friday!

See poster below or head to our website to find out more information:
www.beautifulmanukau.org.nz...

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Chorus Comp 2017 (1).pdf Download View

3241 days ago

Avoid ‘Oh No’ Moments this year!

The Team from Jennian Homes

So, you received a great fixed price for building your new home…Yay!

But...then you take a closer look and realise that not everything has been included. OH NO!

Avoid ‘OH NO’ moments...get along to a New Home Builders Info Session with Jennian. From establishing a true building … View more
So, you received a great fixed price for building your new home…Yay!

But...then you take a closer look and realise that not everything has been included. OH NO!

Avoid ‘OH NO’ moments...get along to a New Home Builders Info Session with Jennian. From establishing a true building budget...to constructive advice on building sustainably...it’s all covered in the New Home Builders Info Sessions being held by your local Jennian Homes team. Find out more.
Register now

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3241 days ago

Supersave on school travel with AT HOP (Age 5-19 years)

The Team from Auckland Transport

Buy & register your child's AT HOP card and save

Terms of use for AT HOP cards are available at AT.govt.nz/athop

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3242 days ago

Movies in Parks - Saturday 25 Feb - The Secret Life of Pets

Communications from Franklin Local Board

Pack the picnic blanket and head down to Sunkist Bay Reserve this Saturday (25 Feb) for a free movie under the stars.
The Secret Life of Pets is proudly brought to you by the Franklin Local Board.
Family activities from 6pm. Movie starts at sunset
(sunset at approximately 8:10pm).

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