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DO YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES?
OR KNOW OF SOMEONE WHO WOULD BE AN EXCELLENT TRUSTEE?
Every two years we seek nominations for two local consumers to stand for election. 2025 is ELECTION YEAR and Election Day is 9th August.
* Nominations close on Tuesday, 17th June at 12 noon
* See website for … View moreDO YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES?
OR KNOW OF SOMEONE WHO WOULD BE AN EXCELLENT TRUSTEE?
Every two years we seek nominations for two local consumers to stand for election. 2025 is ELECTION YEAR and Election Day is 9th August.
* Nominations close on Tuesday, 17th June at 12 noon
* See website for details, including candidate qualifications and restrictions, and to download nomination forms
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“THE NEW BATTLE FOR WOMEN'S RIGHTS” Jill Ovens will be speaking at the BPW Franklin dinner meeting on May 28th 6.30pm for 7pm, in Pukekohe.
Over the past decade and largely under the radar, publicly funded lobby groups have promoted an agenda that has put the rights of women and girls at … View more“THE NEW BATTLE FOR WOMEN'S RIGHTS” Jill Ovens will be speaking at the BPW Franklin dinner meeting on May 28th 6.30pm for 7pm, in Pukekohe.
Over the past decade and largely under the radar, publicly funded lobby groups have promoted an agenda that has put the rights of women and girls at risk.
At the same time women’s voices have been shut down in our universities, public service, the mainstream media and our unions. Jobs have been put at risk if people dare to question gender ideology. Lesbians have been thrown out of Pride events and are having to defend themselves in the Human Rights Tribunal.
Ironically it is women who have willingly ceded our spaces, allowing our organisations and our unions to be co-opted by the politics of “kindness and inclusivity” to the exclusion of women’s issues and rights.
Who would have thought that more than 130 years after New Zealand women fought for and won the right to vote, the first self-governing country in the world to have women’s suffrage, we would need to organise to protect our hard-won rights?
If you would like to attend please register with catering@bpwfranklin.org.nz and pay $35 to BPW Franklin Inc account 02 0404 0100956 00 by Sunday prior. You will be informed of the venue when you register. We look forward to welcoming you
“THE NEW BATTLE FOR WOMEN'S RIGHTS” Jill Ovens will be speaking at the BPW Franklin dinner meeting on May 28th 6.30pm for 7pm, in Pukekohe.
Over the past decade and largely under the radar, publicly funded lobby groups have promoted an agenda that has put the rights of women and girls at … View more“THE NEW BATTLE FOR WOMEN'S RIGHTS” Jill Ovens will be speaking at the BPW Franklin dinner meeting on May 28th 6.30pm for 7pm, in Pukekohe.
Over the past decade and largely under the radar, publicly funded lobby groups have promoted an agenda that has put the rights of women and girls at risk.
At the same time women’s voices have been shut down in our universities, public service, the mainstream media and our unions. Jobs have been put at risk if people dare to question gender ideology. Lesbians have been thrown out of Pride events and are having to defend themselves in the Human Rights Tribunal.
Ironically it is women who have willingly ceded our spaces, allowing our organisations and our unions to be co-opted by the politics of “kindness and inclusivity” to the exclusion of women’s issues and rights.
Who would have thought that more than 130 years after New Zealand women fought for and won the right to vote, the first self-governing country in the world to have women’s suffrage, we would need to organise to protect our hard-won rights?
If you would like to attend please register with catering@bpwfranklin.org.nz and pay $35 to BPW Franklin Inc account 02 0404 0100956 00 by Sunday prior. You will be informed of the venue when you register. We look forward to welcoming you
Our Everyday clothing racks are stocked with all you need to fill up your winter wardrobes. Jumpers, Jeans, Hoodies, Winter PJ'S and more.
With so much stock we are having another 50% off sale on our 'Every Day Clothing Racks'.
Usually $4 per item down to just $2 per item!
We … View moreOur Everyday clothing racks are stocked with all you need to fill up your winter wardrobes. Jumpers, Jeans, Hoodies, Winter PJ'S and more.
With so much stock we are having another 50% off sale on our 'Every Day Clothing Racks'.
Usually $4 per item down to just $2 per item!
We are open Saturday and Sunday from 9.30am - 2.30pm. Located at 33 Edinburgh Street, Pukekohe
Unfortunately we are unable to accept donations over the weekend due to lack of volunteers in the shop.
DO YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES?
OR KNOW OF SOMEONE WHO WOULD BE AN EXCELLENT TRUSTEE?
Every two years we seek nominations for two local consumers to stand for election. 2025 is ELECTION YEAR and Election Day is 9th August.
* Nominations close on Tuesday, 17th June at 12 noon
* See website for … View moreDO YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES?
OR KNOW OF SOMEONE WHO WOULD BE AN EXCELLENT TRUSTEE?
Every two years we seek nominations for two local consumers to stand for election. 2025 is ELECTION YEAR and Election Day is 9th August.
* Nominations close on Tuesday, 17th June at 12 noon
* See website for details, including candidate qualifications and restrictions, and to download nomination forms
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Still hunting for that perfect ball dress?
We have some beautiful dresses in stock at the moment. Come in and check them out.
It might not be making quite so many headlines these days, but unfortunately, Covid is still here. If you’re 65 or over, taking care of yourself is just as important as ever.
The good news is, the Covid vaccine can help protect you from serious illness. It’s free, and recommended for you … View moreIt might not be making quite so many headlines these days, but unfortunately, Covid is still here. If you’re 65 or over, taking care of yourself is just as important as ever.
The good news is, the Covid vaccine can help protect you from serious illness. It’s free, and recommended for you and many others as long as you haven’t had the vaccine, or Covid, in the last 6 months.
To book your vaccination, or talk to your healthcare provider.
Ryman resident, Judy Harvey likes nothing better than to read a good book, take up a spot of crochet or tend to her pot plants.
But there is another more adventurous side to grandmother-of-six Judy, who admits she is something of an adrenalin junkie with a secret ambition to complete every … View moreRyman resident, Judy Harvey likes nothing better than to read a good book, take up a spot of crochet or tend to her pot plants.
But there is another more adventurous side to grandmother-of-six Judy, who admits she is something of an adrenalin junkie with a secret ambition to complete every bungee jump in New Zealand!
In March, Judy and her husband Howard were on a trip to Queenstown when Judy decided she wanted to do the 43m bungee jump from Kawerau Bridge.
Click read more for the full story.
Come jive with the Pukeleles
When: Saturday 24th May
Time: 10.30am - 11.15am
Where: Pukekohe library
The Pukekleles are a community ukulele group in the Franklin area. Come along and enjoy the warm and cheerful sound of the ukulele paired with lots of different New Zealand songs that the … View moreCome jive with the Pukeleles
When: Saturday 24th May
Time: 10.30am - 11.15am
Where: Pukekohe library
The Pukekleles are a community ukulele group in the Franklin area. Come along and enjoy the warm and cheerful sound of the ukulele paired with lots of different New Zealand songs that the group has been practicing.
With the US tariffs ramping up and the stock market taking a hit, many are noticing a change in their Kiwisaver amounts.
If you've had a peek at your Kiwisaver balance since, have you seen it decrease?
Come and experience the warmth of our Ryman village communities, we'd love to show you around. Discover our lifestyle and care options, tour our show homes and explore our premium amenities.
Plus, when you sign up for an independent apartment or townhouse before 30 June 2025 you … View moreCome and experience the warmth of our Ryman village communities, we'd love to show you around. Discover our lifestyle and care options, tour our show homes and explore our premium amenities.
Plus, when you sign up for an independent apartment or townhouse before 30 June 2025 you won't pay your base weekly fee for a whole year.*
*Participating villages only, Ts and Cs apply.
Air fryers have surged in popularity in recent years, with their uses expanding well beyond chips — from cooking meats to baking desserts.
Do you think the air fryer could ever replace the traditional oven?
It's NZ Music Month and singer-songwriter Lorde is impressing the world again with a new single called 'What Was That' which is at number one in the US Spotify charts and second in the New Zealand charts.
Let's celebrate all of our homegrown talent this month, share one Kiwi … View moreIt's NZ Music Month and singer-songwriter Lorde is impressing the world again with a new single called 'What Was That' which is at number one in the US Spotify charts and second in the New Zealand charts.
Let's celebrate all of our homegrown talent this month, share one Kiwi song that you still absolutely love?
The Government has rushed through changes to the Equal Pay Act that will now make it harder for workers to make claims of unfair pay based on gender discrimination.
The move will save billions for the government's budget but will scrap 33 existing pay equity claims affecting over 150,000 … View moreThe Government has rushed through changes to the Equal Pay Act that will now make it harder for workers to make claims of unfair pay based on gender discrimination.
The move will save billions for the government's budget but will scrap 33 existing pay equity claims affecting over 150,000 workers in traditionally female-dominated roles like teachers and support workers.
Do you support this new change?
* Nominations opened on Tuesday, 6th May
* Nominations close on Tuesday, 17th June at 12 noon
* See website for details, including candidate qualifications and restrictions, and to download nomination forms
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