Mangatawhiri - Maramarua news is brought to you by the team at Franklin County News
Recent posts
Thank you for using Neighbourly
It was a joy to celebrate Auckland's 177th Anniversary at the Glenbrook Vintage Railway. The lovely people from the GVR invited me to launch their new rail turntable. I went along with my Dad who did his time as an apprentice fitter and turner in the railway workshops both before and after … View moreIt was a joy to celebrate Auckland's 177th Anniversary at the Glenbrook Vintage Railway. The lovely people from the GVR invited me to launch their new rail turntable. I went along with my Dad who did his time as an apprentice fitter and turner in the railway workshops both before and after WW2.
I got to shovel coal into the boiler of JA 1250 and take the ride down to Waiuku. Steam locomotives are a living breathing thing; dirtier and smellier than our trains today, but a great experience and significant part of our history.
Congratulations to the 150 volunteers that make the Glenbrook experience what it is. I encourage locals in the Franklin Ward area - and Auckland in general - to visit.
Parents of children starting intermediate school have been facing up to mobile phone choice time.
Read more: www.stuff.co.nz...
I hope you all had a fantastic Auckland Anniversary Weekend, and enjoyed our city's stunning natural environment. I saw some very busy beaches and parks as I made my way around to a number of events, and it was great to see Aucklanders making the most of the sunshine.
I was lucky enough … View moreI hope you all had a fantastic Auckland Anniversary Weekend, and enjoyed our city's stunning natural environment. I saw some very busy beaches and parks as I made my way around to a number of events, and it was great to see Aucklanders making the most of the sunshine.
I was lucky enough to watch the Black Caps thrilling victory over the Aussies at Eden Park yesterday, and to meet cricketing legend Sir Richard Hadlee. It was a real pleasure!
Join the Ararimu District as they celebrate their 150th anniversary this weekend.
This one is pretty simple. You're a Neighbourly member so connecting with your community is obviously pretty important to you. So this tip is more of a challenge; this year (or this weekend!) make it your mission to meet someone new living near you.
Here's a few things you can do to … View moreThis one is pretty simple. You're a Neighbourly member so connecting with your community is obviously pretty important to you. So this tip is more of a challenge; this year (or this weekend!) make it your mission to meet someone new living near you.
Here's a few things you can do to get you started:
- use the Neighbours Directory to find neighbours on your street.
- introduce yourself on Neighbourly to those living in your neighbourhood. Just a few words about yourself and what brought you here.
- Give something away or sell something! A Neighbourly exchange gives you a chance to meet someone new.
- just head out the door and knock on someone else's!
______
Remember 86% of Kiwis want to get to know their neighbours better, but just don't see them around much (71%). Take the first step!
There is a high demand in Auckland for capable building professionals to work in the construction industry and within Auckland Council. Would you like to be a part of the solution to Auckland’s building crisis?
Join the sector now and earn top dollars! Future Skills offers the NZ Diploma in … View moreThere is a high demand in Auckland for capable building professionals to work in the construction industry and within Auckland Council. Would you like to be a part of the solution to Auckland’s building crisis?
Join the sector now and earn top dollars! Future Skills offers the NZ Diploma in Building Surveying in Manukau or Auckland CBD. Call 0800 577 784 now or click below to find out more! Kick-start your career in Building Surveying today!
Schools are back this week, that means 40km/h school speed zones are in force throughout Auckland before and after school, on school days: ow.ly...
Former Soldier, Karl Nielsen, fears his medals may not be returned.
Can you help Nielsen reclaim what is rightfully his? See further details in the link below.
www.stuff.co.nz...
Friday 27th only - fill a shopping bag with clothes for just $2 - Head on down to The Vintage Store in Papatoetoe to grab a bag of bargains!!
3/154 Kolmar Road Papatoetoe open 10-4 today.
Have you spotted a post on Neighbourly you want to refer back to later? It's easy to save posts such as a recommendation for a good plumber or restaurant, something you're thinking of buying or a poll you'd like to track.
Here's how to save and find posts:
1) Simply click on… View moreHave you spotted a post on Neighbourly you want to refer back to later? It's easy to save posts such as a recommendation for a good plumber or restaurant, something you're thinking of buying or a poll you'd like to track.
Here's how to save and find posts:
1) Simply click on the SAVE button at the bottom right of a post you want to locate later. The button will change to 'Saved!'
2) To find the post, click on My Posts in the top green navigation bar (on desktop) and click on the All Posts dropdown menu. You'll see the option 'Saved Posts'
3) When you no longer need a record of the post, just click on the Saved button and it will disappear from your Saved list.
Register your team for a fun FREE walking challenge this March. Be in to win great prizes as you walk the virtual length of NZ.
The Franklin A&P show will take place from February 18-19 at Pukekohe Showgrounds.
What keeps you going to the Franklin A&P Show every year?
www.stuff.co.nz...
Make school and work life easier with these no-fuss ham and cheese muffins. They’re perfect for packed lunches and stored in the freezer when your pantry is running low. Check out the full recipe and other delicious quick lunch box ideas here!
Walking School Bus Week is back for 2017. Join our event and register to be part of the fun – themed days, competitions, prizes and more.
The successful execution of a water rescue last week highlights the importance of ‘safety first’ before attempting a rescue and only entering with water with some form of flotation.
Since 1980, 93 people have drowned while trying to save another person. Typically it is the person in trouble… View moreThe successful execution of a water rescue last week highlights the importance of ‘safety first’ before attempting a rescue and only entering with water with some form of flotation.
Since 1980, 93 people have drowned while trying to save another person. Typically it is the person in trouble that survives, and the would-be rescuer that drowns.
Most of these people would still be alive today if they followed this one piece of advice; only enter the water if you have some form of flotation. You don’t see lifeguards attempting a rescue without equipment.
Providing flotation to a person interrupts the drowning process buying valuable time to either plan how to get the person back to shore, or wait until rescue services arrive.
© Neighbourly 2025
Loading…
