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It's no secret that Franklin is abundant with horse lovers!
Who here has a Kaimanawa horse, or is thinking about getting one from this year's muster?
There's plenty of horses out there looking for homes - and Meret is one of Franklin's equestriennes who will soon be the proud … View moreIt's no secret that Franklin is abundant with horse lovers!
Who here has a Kaimanawa horse, or is thinking about getting one from this year's muster?
There's plenty of horses out there looking for homes - and Meret is one of Franklin's equestriennes who will soon be the proud owner of two Kaimanawa foals.
Check out why she thinks they make a great addition to the family.
Two foals roaming the unforgiving mountains in the Kaimanawa Ranges will soon depart on the bigges…
Auckland Lantern Festival takes over the Auckland Domain next week - Lantern Appreciation Night on Thurs 1 Mar, no food, stalls, performances or amusements, just 800 spectacular hand-made Chinese lanterns, 7pm -10.30pm. Fri 2 - Sun 4 Mar, plenty of delicious street food and entertainment too. See … View moreAuckland Lantern Festival takes over the Auckland Domain next week - Lantern Appreciation Night on Thurs 1 Mar, no food, stalls, performances or amusements, just 800 spectacular hand-made Chinese lanterns, 7pm -10.30pm. Fri 2 - Sun 4 Mar, plenty of delicious street food and entertainment too. See www.aucklandnz.com... for more information and Fri - Sun times and details.
In her maiden speech, Councillor Bartley spoke of the importance of the community, environment and supporting young people, and emphasised the council’s role in helping communities to ‘do well, live well and be well’.
A new free-phone hotline for reporting illegal dumpers – 0800 NO DUMP – has been announced by Mayor Phil Goff, and provides a dedicated number to ensure culprits can be reported and caught.
Riding a motorcycle or scooter inevitably carries more risk than driving a four-wheeled vehicle. And it turns out quite a lot of us have someone close to us who rides (in fact, 48% of Neighbourly members!)
If you worry about their safety, there is something you can do: encourage them to take … View moreRiding a motorcycle or scooter inevitably carries more risk than driving a four-wheeled vehicle. And it turns out quite a lot of us have someone close to us who rides (in fact, 48% of Neighbourly members!)
If you worry about their safety, there is something you can do: encourage them to take Ride Forever coaching, provided (and heavily subsidised) by ACC. It's delivered by experts and it works, as Simon Gotlieb's story shows. Neighbourly members can book a FREE Ride Forever course before 31 March using promo code NEIGH18 over here.
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Our cookies are Ultra Low Carb, High in Protein, Calcium and Fibre, Wheat, … View moreWhether you have dietary restrictions or are you just super active, health-conscious or hungry, we have the perfect healthy cookie for you. You can try them now with our 10% discount exclusively for Neighbourly members!
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Akl Paths is just getting started and your help is needed to make it bigger and better! Be one of the first to test it out, send in your feedback, and be in to win a $500 Rebel Sport voucher (entries close on Monday 2 April).
Keen gardener Clint Green has a cautionary potting mix tale for gardeners everywhere, after surviving a horrific bout of legionnaires' disease.
Click here to read Clint's story.
Hey neighbours, as the new reporter at the Franklin County News I find myself settling more into the role after three months, and the friendly people of Franklin have definitely helped with that! Taking part in Franklin's Finest late last year was a real eye-opener for me showing off awesome … View moreHey neighbours, as the new reporter at the Franklin County News I find myself settling more into the role after three months, and the friendly people of Franklin have definitely helped with that! Taking part in Franklin's Finest late last year was a real eye-opener for me showing off awesome people behind the scenes who help make where we live a great district. No matter who I talk to, someone always has something nice to say about the people of Franklin. I feel like it's about time to shine a light on the cool things the people in our community do. So we're starting a segment on Neighbourly called Spotlight of the Week, to showcase the neat locals featured in our paper. Today's spotlight is on Anneke Liefting and Tane Welton who are now halfway through their 30,000km cycle journey from London to Auckland. They have met some friendly people in Turkey and woke up to a one in a million view in Rose Valley, Cappadocia. Anneke said they woke up at sunrise to see over 100 hot air balloons flying above them! Sounds breath-taking, I wish I had seen that too.
Check out this mum's dedication to creating a birthday cake for her her twin tots!
What do you reckon - cute or creepy?
What's the coolest or craziest thing you've done for your child's birthday?
We would love to see photos!
If we get a heap of fabulous photos and … View moreCheck out this mum's dedication to creating a birthday cake for her her twin tots!
What do you reckon - cute or creepy?
What's the coolest or craziest thing you've done for your child's birthday?
We would love to see photos!
If we get a heap of fabulous photos and comments, these might feature in Franklin County News. Please let us know if you'd rather not have them published by posting 'NP' on your post.
New Zealand needs more foster carers, from all cultures and walks of life, to ensure every child in need is given their chance in life. Your decision to foster could be the most rewarding choice of your life, for everyone involved.
We know that great foster care is about more than … View moreNew Zealand needs more foster carers, from all cultures and walks of life, to ensure every child in need is given their chance in life. Your decision to foster could be the most rewarding choice of your life, for everyone involved.
We know that great foster care is about more than qualifications and job titles; it’s having life experience, strength, empathy and the will to provide children with a safe home.
Think you could become a foster carer? Contact Key Assets on 09 263 5151 or visit iwanttofoster.co.nz for more information.
Auckland gets over 2000 hours of sunshine a year. That’s a lot of solar energy that your property could be exposed to. Use our free evaluator to work out the solar potential of your home.
Resource consent applications are lodged with the Auckland Council to build a new $240 million retir…
Rural dwellers and townies made their way to the Pukekohe Showgrounds for the Pukekohe Show on the weekend. There was sheep racing, cattle competitions, woodchopping, home industry, wonder dog shows and more.
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