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The idyllic summertime of fun of jumping from wharfs and bridges into New Zealand's blue waters is hailed as a beloved part of "Kiwi culture". But a fast-rising toll of death and serious spinal injuries is now forcing leaden-footed authorities to take action. Waikato Regional Council… View moreThe idyllic summertime of fun of jumping from wharfs and bridges into New Zealand's blue waters is hailed as a beloved part of "Kiwi culture". But a fast-rising toll of death and serious spinal injuries is now forcing leaden-footed authorities to take action. Waikato Regional Council says warning signs installed on the Raglan footbridge after the death of Richard Keremeta, 16, are regularly ripped down, and have to be replaced.
The idyllic summertime of fun of jumping from wharfs and bridges into New Zealand's blue waters is hailed as a beloved part of "Kiwi culture". But a fast-rising toll of death and serious spinal injuries is now forcing leaden-footed authorities to take action. Auckland Council has … View moreThe idyllic summertime of fun of jumping from wharfs and bridges into New Zealand's blue waters is hailed as a beloved part of "Kiwi culture". But a fast-rising toll of death and serious spinal injuries is now forcing leaden-footed authorities to take action. Auckland Council has apologised after being slow to respond, but now promises graphic warning signs.
I still have a complete Englefield Shower unit to give away.
Base, Liner, Glass side, Glass door and caddie unit.
It is in good order and was only removed to allow our bathroom to be converted into a wet room for invalid bathing.
We are in Tuakau
I have 10 kg of washed and carded wool requiring a home. There are two white "East Friesian" fleeces while the rest is "Arapawa" in four colour sorted bags ranging in colour from light to almost black. Most is long staple of 13 months growth. Happy to negotiate a price from a … View moreI have 10 kg of washed and carded wool requiring a home. There are two white "East Friesian" fleeces while the rest is "Arapawa" in four colour sorted bags ranging in colour from light to almost black. Most is long staple of 13 months growth. Happy to negotiate a price from a spinner/weaving who would be willing to provide an article in return.
Wool can be seen in Tuakau
Not so long ago, we asked you to complete our FreshChoice Health & Beauty Survey 2017. Over 2600 people told us their beauty, health and hygiene secrets and we were AMAZED with the results!
- Almost 50% of us are eating fast food a minimum of once a month!
- Did you know that 1 in 10 of us … View moreNot so long ago, we asked you to complete our FreshChoice Health & Beauty Survey 2017. Over 2600 people told us their beauty, health and hygiene secrets and we were AMAZED with the results!
- Almost 50% of us are eating fast food a minimum of once a month!
- Did you know that 1 in 10 of us are getting less than 5 hours sleep each night?
- The most common kiwi stress relief is to exercise! Coming in at a close second was .. of course .. FOOD!
Want to see what else we found out? Like how frequently we are washing our hands...?!
Check out all our interesting findings from the FreshChoice Health & Beauty Survey 2017 here!
Auckland is weighing up purchasing 17 new electric and battery-powered trains, with a combined price…
Right now the conditions are perfect for hunkering down indoors… and online thanks to this amazing offer: Sign up to any of our 12 month unlimited home broadband plans, and you’ll get your first three months free. Plus, if you sign up online you’ll get a bonus $40 credit! So don’t miss out.… View moreRight now the conditions are perfect for hunkering down indoors… and online thanks to this amazing offer: Sign up to any of our 12 month unlimited home broadband plans, and you’ll get your first three months free. Plus, if you sign up online you’ll get a bonus $40 credit! So don’t miss out. Spark terms, fees and install charges may apply. Speeds vary.
For the third time in four seasons Bombay and Karaka will play in the McNamara Cup premier 1 Counties Manukau club rugby final but these two clubs couldn't be more different if they tried.
Bombay is gunning for an incredible fourth-straight championship – something that hasn't been … View moreFor the third time in four seasons Bombay and Karaka will play in the McNamara Cup premier 1 Counties Manukau club rugby final but these two clubs couldn't be more different if they tried.
Bombay is gunning for an incredible fourth-straight championship – something that hasn't been done since ...
Pukekohe's Tamara Gotty is looking forward to a new initiative which will see youth with disabilities get involved in athletics and swimming.
Gotty will be coaching the athletics division, off the back of the Oceania Area Championships in Fiji, where she won two gold medals and one … View morePukekohe's Tamara Gotty is looking forward to a new initiative which will see youth with disabilities get involved in athletics and swimming.
Gotty will be coaching the athletics division, off the back of the Oceania Area Championships in Fiji, where she won two gold medals and one silver.
She...
A keen, young North Waikato netballer has had an operation that will make her shrink in height - but it's a good outcome.
Waikaretu's Bethany Mahoney, 10, was born with posteromedial tibia, which is a deformity in the tibia bone that causes the foot's location to be … View moreA keen, young North Waikato netballer has had an operation that will make her shrink in height - but it's a good outcome.
Waikaretu's Bethany Mahoney, 10, was born with posteromedial tibia, which is a deformity in the tibia bone that causes the foot's location to be almost parallel with...
The Franklin Local Board held a kite day at Bledisloe Park on Wednesday - it looked like fun.
The New Zealand Netball U17 Champs was held at the Pukekohe Netball Centre. Check out some pics from the Pukekohe team who competed at the tournament which wrapped up today.
Universal Storage Tuakau offers competitive prices and excellent service for all your storage needs. If you're after indoor, outdoor, short or long term storage give our friendly team a call on 0800 111 179 or email us at info@universalstorage.co.nz
Universal Storage Tuakau offers competitive prices and excellent service for all your storage needs. If you're after indoor, outdoor, short or long term storage give our friendly team a call on 0800 111 179 or email us at info@universalstorage.co.nz
Well hey there guys, I'm back from maternity leave!
On January 3, I gave birth to my first child - Jack.
It's been such an incredible experience watching my helpless newborn baby grow into a chubby little six-month-old who is already trying to talk. (He'll probably be a chatterbox… View moreWell hey there guys, I'm back from maternity leave!
On January 3, I gave birth to my first child - Jack.
It's been such an incredible experience watching my helpless newborn baby grow into a chubby little six-month-old who is already trying to talk. (He'll probably be a chatterbox like his mum).
But all good things must come to end, and so here I am back at my desk and it's already feeling a bit like I never left.
The cliches about time speeding by when you have a child are true.
I'm pretty excited to get back into work mode. I'd missed the hilarious office banter and adult conversations.
As any stay-at-home parent knows, sometimes it can get a little bit hard without that mental stimulation.
Maternity leave definitely confirmed to me that I love my job - I love interacting with people, I love writing and I love our team here at Franklin County News.
I can't wait to hear from the Franklin community again!
- Nats :)
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