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Borrow it!

Borrow it!

Wanting to use a tool but don't want to buy it? Ask your neighbours if they have it here.

3223 days ago

Know your neighbours

The Team from Ministry of Civil Defence & Emergency Management

Neighbours' Day Aotearoa is happening on 25 & 26 March. It's a great chance to involve your neighbours in your emergency plan - work out who can help you and who might need your help. www.happens.nz...
www.neighboursday.org.nz...

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3223 days ago

Rehabilitation through recycling

Communications Team from Auckland Council

A transformative rehabilitation project at Paremoremo Auckland Prison is reducing waste sent to landfill and upskilling inmates for a life outside.

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3225 days ago

Win a ticket and back the Chiefs against the Blues

Wayne Timmo Reporter from Waikato Times

Afternoon all,

New Zealand Investec Super Rugby Referees have had their eyes tested at Specsavers to ensure they have perfect vision for the matches ahead.

To celebrate the launch of the 2017 season and to help everyone keep their eyes on the ball our we're giving you that chance to win … View more
Afternoon all,

New Zealand Investec Super Rugby Referees have had their eyes tested at Specsavers to ensure they have perfect vision for the matches ahead.

To celebrate the launch of the 2017 season and to help everyone keep their eyes on the ball our we're giving you that chance to win a double pass to the Chiefs vs Blues game at FMG Stadium in Hamilton on Friday March 3.

The winner will also get a voucher for two pairs of designer frames from Specsavers, and one Investec Super Rugby jersey.
To be in to win, comment below with your email address or, if you'd prefer, email news@waikatotimes.co.nz with the subject line 'Competition'.

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3230 days ago

Are you a fan of George Clarke's TV Programme 'Amazing Spaces'?

George will be building a tiny house at Mitre 10 Mega Manukau tomorrow from 10-12. He proposes that tiny houses are a way for people to get on the property ladder.

One retiring New Zealand couple recently also chose to build a tiny house.  It has enabled them to release equity in their home … View more
George will be building a tiny house at Mitre 10 Mega Manukau tomorrow from 10-12. He proposes that tiny houses are a way for people to get on the property ladder.

One retiring New Zealand couple recently also chose to build a tiny house.  It has enabled them to release equity in their home and go travelling.

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3224 days ago

Have you made plans for Mother's Day?

Jennian Homes Franklin

Our annual Jennian Homes Mother’s Day Fun Run/Walk is back for 2017 – and with more than 20 locations nationwide, it is set to be bigger and better than ever!

The Jennian Homes Mother’s Day Fun Run/Walk is part of an initiative to support the Heart Foundation’s ‘Heart Foundation for … View more
Our annual Jennian Homes Mother’s Day Fun Run/Walk is back for 2017 – and with more than 20 locations nationwide, it is set to be bigger and better than ever!

The Jennian Homes Mother’s Day Fun Run/Walk is part of an initiative to support the Heart Foundation’s ‘Heart Foundation for Women’ campaign, which aims to empower women to take charge of their heart health.

We hope you will among the thousands decked out in the iconic Dick Frizzell designed red t-shirts this Mother’s Day.

Register for this year’s Mother’s Day Fun Run/Walk before 31 March to receive early bird pricing. Plus, we've got over $25,000 worth of fantastic prizes up for grabs including: Fitbit activity trackers, Stirling Sports vouchers, Canopy Camping Escapes, Fujifilm NZ Instax Cameras + more.

So, if you haven’t made plans this Mother’s Day, please join us, get your active wear and running shoes ready to walk alongside thousands of other women to promote good heart health.

Sign up to a 5km Fun Run/Walk near you to show your support! Buy tickets now.

3225 days ago

Kiwi's most sociable

Reporter Franklin County News

New Zealand was named the most sociable country on the Legatum Prosperity Index.

Do you think they got it right? What makes Kiwis such a sociable bunch? Let us know below.

www.stuff.co.nz...

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3225 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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3225 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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3225 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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3226 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.

3226 days ago

Buckland School gears up for 125th anniversary

Julie Kaio Reporter from Franklin County News

Buckland School is gearing up for its 125th anniversary this month, and it's set to be one of the school's biggest celebrations yet. The school was originally opened in 1892, and was used for social functions and church services, and became the heart of the community.  Those were the … View moreBuckland School is gearing up for its 125th anniversary this month, and it's set to be one of the school's biggest celebrations yet. The school was originally opened in 1892, and was used for social functions and church services, and became the heart of the community.  Those were the days when ...

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3226 days ago

Mercer Rowing Club on the hunt for new athletes

Julie Kaio Reporter from Franklin County News

A rowing club south of Pukekohe with its base on the Waikato River is holding an open day to boost the number of young  athletes taking up the sport.  Mercer Rowing Club, which was established in 1909, has generally been successful in recruiting youth out of Pukekohe schools, but in recent … View moreA rowing club south of Pukekohe with its base on the Waikato River is holding an open day to boost the number of young  athletes taking up the sport.  Mercer Rowing Club, which was established in 1909, has generally been successful in recruiting youth out of Pukekohe schools, but in recent ...

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3226 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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