Mangatawhiri - Maramarua, Mangatawhiri

What's happening in your neighbourhood?

What's happening in your neighbourhood?

Seen anything your neighbours should be aware of? Let them know! 

3351 days ago

Not getting the Franklin County News?

Reporter Franklin County News

Hey guys, if you aren't getting the paper - check out www.fixmydelivery.co.nz... and choose the 'Waikato/Taupo' option :)

3351 days ago

Credit card scam

Communications Team from Auckland Council

Auckland Council is warning residents to be vigilant after a customer fell victim to a scam from a person claiming to be from ‘Auckland Council Tele Sales’.

"Auckland Council will never ask for credit card or personal banking information by phone to pay rates,” Auckland Council’s … View more
Auckland Council is warning residents to be vigilant after a customer fell victim to a scam from a person claiming to be from ‘Auckland Council Tele Sales’.

"Auckland Council will never ask for credit card or personal banking information by phone to pay rates,” Auckland Council’s Senior Investigation Advisor Maureen Glassey says.

“The council’s call centre staff do remind residents of overdue rates but staff will never ask for your personal banking details by phone.” More here: bit.ly...

3352 days ago

Only a few more days to nominate a great local business...

Vodafone New Zealand

It's not too late to nominate a business in your community for a Vodafone Local Business Award! Nominate one today to given them (and yourself!) a chance to win great prizes.

Whether it's your favourite builder or baker, café or cleaner, barista or barrister - if they're local, … View more
It's not too late to nominate a business in your community for a Vodafone Local Business Award! Nominate one today to given them (and yourself!) a chance to win great prizes.

Whether it's your favourite builder or baker, café or cleaner, barista or barrister - if they're local, we want to hear about them. We're proud to be recognising and celebrating outstanding Kiwi businesses in every corner of New Zealand.

Nominate your favourite business now and you’re in the draw to win one of two $100 Prezzy® cards!
Nominate now

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3352 days ago

Have you made a plan?

The Team from Ministry of Civil Defence & Emergency Management

Make a plan with your family that includes what you’ll do if you can’t get home, who can help you and who in your neighbourhood might need your help. www.happens.nz...

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3352 days ago

Otahuhu Community Day, Saturday 29 October, 10am - 3pm

Lorraine Maguire from New Network- South Auckland

Auckland Transport invites you to a community day to celebrate the opening of the new Otahuhu Station and launch of the Southern New Network. Bring your friends and family.

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3353 days ago

Poll: Weighty issues!

Reporter Franklin County News

British actress Lisa Reily says she was mortified when she was weighed for a flight.
Would you agree to be weighed before a flight?

Check out this story here: www.stuff.co.nz...

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Weighty issues!
  • 53.8% I wouldn't care - safety first!
    53.8% Complete
  • 46.2% No way!
    46.2% Complete
13 votes
3353 days ago

Free motorcycle breakfast

Communications Team from Auckland Transport

Join us at the Auckland Fish Market 10 November 7am - 9am for a Motorcycle Rider Breakfast to promote rider safety!

More details here: at.govt.nz...

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3353 days ago

Poll: Is internet connection an issue for you? #pulseoftheneighbourhood

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

If you're reading this, you're using the internet. But how easily you were able to connect to this message could be another matter. Tell us about the internet at your place - good, bad or unreliable? Vote in this week's Pulse of the Neighbourhood poll below.

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Is internet connection an issue for you? #pulseoftheneighbourhood
  • 42.7% Not at all - no problems at my place
    42.7% Complete
  • 41.1% It's okay - the connection can be unreliable
    41.1% Complete
  • 6.5% We struggle with internet connection
    6.5% Complete
  • 9.7% We're waiting patiently for fibre
    9.7% Complete
  • 0% What's the internet?
    0% Complete
124 votes
3354 days ago

Are you one of the up and coming business leaders of South Auckland?

DB Leading Lights Scholarships

DB Breweries is delighted to announce that applications are now open for the 2017 DB Leading Light Scholarships. Five special scholarship recipients will be selected from the South Auckland business community, with the aim of further developing and enhancing the pool of first class leadership … View moreDB Breweries is delighted to announce that applications are now open for the 2017 DB Leading Light Scholarships. Five special scholarship recipients will be selected from the South Auckland business community, with the aim of further developing and enhancing the pool of first class leadership talent in the region. If you are, or know, the perfect candidate learn more about the programme or apply now. Applications close midnight on November 8th. Learn More

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3356 days ago

Auckland Transport at Diwali Monday 24 October

Lorraine Maguire from New Network- South Auckland

Come and talk to AT staff in Hindi about the bus service changes at Manukau Diwali. Monday 24 October 12pm till 9pm.

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3357 days ago

Franklin Hospice Garden Ramble

Ric from Pokeno

Here's a shout out for the Barfoot & Thompson Franklin Hospice Garden Ramble. It's on the weekend 12-13 November and this year has 11 Magnificent Gardens and a Christmas market. Details at www.franklinhospice.org.nz.... Tickets at the Hospice shop, Simply Giving; online; or some … View moreHere's a shout out for the Barfoot & Thompson Franklin Hospice Garden Ramble. It's on the weekend 12-13 November and this year has 11 Magnificent Gardens and a Christmas market. Details at www.franklinhospice.org.nz.... Tickets at the Hospice shop, Simply Giving; online; or some garden centres. See the website.
This only occurs every two years and all proceeds go to Hospice.
(Oh, and if you'd like to help out as a volunteer - either at the Ramble, generally for Hospice or both -please contact Franklin Hospice and leave contact details. Someone will be in touch)

3359 days ago

Renew your permit to drive on Muriwai and Karioitahi beaches

Communications Team from Auckland Council

Summer is almost here and it’s time for people to renew their permits to drive on Muriwai and Karioitahi beaches.

The permits are free and can be applied for online through the Auckland Council website. Beach users need to apply for a new permit every year for each vehicle they want to use. … View more
Summer is almost here and it’s time for people to renew their permits to drive on Muriwai and Karioitahi beaches.

The permits are free and can be applied for online through the Auckland Council website. Beach users need to apply for a new permit every year for each vehicle they want to use. bit.ly...

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3360 days ago

Fabulous Franklin!

Natalie Polley Reporter from Franklin County News

Hey guys!
Tucked inside today's paper is a glossy little magazine filled with all you need to know about our amazing district! If you are new to the area, make sure to have a read and find out about everything on offer here in Franklin. We hope you enjoy it :)

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3359 days ago

Poll: Are schools near your home a good choice? #pulseoftheneighbourhood

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

In this week's Pulse of the Neighbourhood Survey we're asking about the schools near you. Would you be happy to send your kids to your local - or would you rather send them somewhere else? Vote below!

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Are schools near your home a good choice? #pulseoftheneighbourhood
  • 66.6% Yes - I have great schools nearby
    66.6% Complete
  • 8.8% They're okay
    8.8% Complete
  • 15.1% No - I would rather send my children to another school
    15.1% Complete
  • 9.5% I don't know / not relevant to me
    9.5% Complete
1447 votes
3360 days ago

Avoid hidden surprises...

Jennian Homes Franklin

So, you picked a builder…Yay! But...then you find out they’ve got a dodgy track record. OH NO!

Avoid ‘OH NO’ moments...by heading along to a free New Home Builders Info Session with us - your local Jennian team!.

We'll be happy to help you learn more about the hidden costs of … View more
So, you picked a builder…Yay! But...then you find out they’ve got a dodgy track record. OH NO!

Avoid ‘OH NO’ moments...by heading along to a free New Home Builders Info Session with us - your local Jennian team!.

We'll be happy to help you learn more about the hidden costs of building and how to avoid surprises by designing a home, customised for you, to work within your true budget. Find out more.
Register now

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