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September is Bee Aware month, as we're calling on gardeners to make sure they plant pollen- and nectar-rich plants. We have 500 packets of bee-friendly edible herb seeds to give away to the first 500 people to sign up to Get Growing. Get Growing digital magazine is delivered every Friday to … View moreSeptember is Bee Aware month, as we're calling on gardeners to make sure they plant pollen- and nectar-rich plants. We have 500 packets of bee-friendly edible herb seeds to give away to the first 500 people to sign up to Get Growing. Get Growing digital magazine is delivered every Friday to your email inbox, completely free! (Offer is valid until Sept 30)
Emma and Steven Lovett are hoping a fun run will help their child to walk. Their three-year-old son…
Just starting your eco-journey? We have everything you need to help eliminate plastics from your weekly grocery shopping... and you could win! We've got two eco grocery shopping packs to giveaway - simply LIKE or THANK this post to enter!
Buy in September and you'll SAVE! Our … View moreJust starting your eco-journey? We have everything you need to help eliminate plastics from your weekly grocery shopping... and you could win! We've got two eco grocery shopping packs to giveaway - simply LIKE or THANK this post to enter!
Buy in September and you'll SAVE! Our eco grocery shopping packs are on sale now. Each pack includes our 4 piece 100% organic cotton eco bags and a set of 2 cotton mesh string bags.
Croco reusable grocery bags are:
- all natural and chemical free
- lightweight and foldable
- can be easily stuffed in your pocket, purse or glove box
- machine washable in cold water
Ditch those single-use plastic bags for good. Keep some Croco eco grocery bags in your handbag or in the back of your car.
Don't forget to LIKE or THANK this post by Sunday 30th September 2018 to enter! See T&Cs.
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- Brake inspections and … View more- All makes and models including European
- Fixed-price vehicle servicing from $159
- Warrant of fitness
- Mechanical repairs and vehicle inspections
- Suspension, clutches, cambelts
- Battery charge, loan or replacement
- Diagnostic engine & component scans
- Brake inspections and repairs
- We can reset service lights
- If it's car stuff, we can do it!
Give us a call on 09 238 6566 and check out our website for more information.
The annual refugee quota will lift from 1000 to 1500 by July 2020, Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern announced this week. Before 2016 the refugee quota sat static at 750 for 30 years, well behind many other western nations. The National Government then raised it to 1000. Is it enough?
When young people are living with cancer, education tends to take a back seat. Help young people get their education back on track by donating to CanTeen at your local Warehouse Stationery store today.
Warehouse Stationery, partnering with you for a better community.
Check out www.talkingtall.co.nz... - we are holding a two-day confidence workshop in October for young women (high school seniors) find out more on our website!
Karaka School has a spooky surprise for calf club day - it's very own haunted house. On Saturday, …
Business and Professional Women (BPW) Franklin organised a day of celebrations to honour 125 years o…
You and a young soccer fan could be in to win an exclusive junior soccer skills session in Sydney, attended by AIA Global ambassador David Beckham!
*AIA and Sovereign customers celebrate with a double chance to win*
All New Zealand residents can enter the draw, one entry per person — but … View moreYou and a young soccer fan could be in to win an exclusive junior soccer skills session in Sydney, attended by AIA Global ambassador David Beckham!
*AIA and Sovereign customers celebrate with a double chance to win*
All New Zealand residents can enter the draw, one entry per person — but current AIA or Sovereign Personal Risk or Health insurance policyholders get an additional shot at scoring aplace at the skills session with a bonus entry into the prize draw.
To be in to win, visit www.AIA.co.nz/beckham to see how to team up and enter.
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Kia Ora neighbours,
Franklin will soon be celebrating the passing of the Parliamentary Act on September 19, 1893 that allowed women to vote.
Business and Professional Women Franklin have organised a day of celebrations this Saturday September 15.
The 125-year celebration will start with a … View moreKia Ora neighbours,
Franklin will soon be celebrating the passing of the Parliamentary Act on September 19, 1893 that allowed women to vote.
Business and Professional Women Franklin have organised a day of celebrations this Saturday September 15.
The 125-year celebration will start with a parade in Pukekohe, followed by a ticketed high tea event and a free art expo at Franklin: The Centre.
Will you be attending the parade or any of the other events?
Who are some of the awesome Franklin women you will be celebrating and recognising?
What other ways will you be acknowledging the change in history?
Let us know in the comments below or vote in the poll.
Read more about the celebrations this weekend: www.stuff.co.nz...
Follow these three key rules:
1. In case of fire - Get Out, Stay Out. Smoke can kill.
2. Have working smoke alarms. This is a legal requirement for all rented properties. Maximum $10,000 fine for failing to install.
3. Never leave candles unattended.
A small rural school has managed to drastically improve its students' reading results in just one te…
Our bean bags and bean bag accessories are so comfortable you’ll never want to sit in a ‘normal’ bean bag again. That’s a promise!
Did we mention our bean bags are stylish too? Available in contemporary fabrics such as linen and denim, our bean bags look good in any home or office.
… View moreOur bean bags and bean bag accessories are so comfortable you’ll never want to sit in a ‘normal’ bean bag again. That’s a promise!
Did we mention our bean bags are stylish too? Available in contemporary fabrics such as linen and denim, our bean bags look good in any home or office.
Enjoy our one and only pre-summer sale with a massive 40% off our bean bags collection!
You’ll be proud to show off your Croco bean bag to family and friends, but be careful – once someone sits in a Croco, they never want to move!
Croco bean bags are:
- designed from scratch in New Zealand
- stylish, contemporary fabrics such as denim and linen
- in-built structure for ultimate support and comfort
- special Smart Filling Design so you don’t spill a single bean
- 365-day warranty on all products
Discount offer valid to 07/10/2018. Not to be used in conjunction with any other offer.
Thanks to everyone who entered our green tips competition—there were hundreds of fantastic tips, tricks, ideas and ways we can all help the environment. See the top ten tips here.
Find out more about Countdown's commitment to phasing-out single use plastic bags.
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