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There's new ones every year, some become classics and some are not so good. What do you consider your favourite Christmas song.
And more importantly, what song would you ban? Share below!
Franklin Arts Centre are having a pop up exhibition in the community gallery space from 16 January to 9 February. We are inviting local artists to submit an artwork to be exhibited in the space.
Submissions are from 15 Dec - 12 January
Send through a photo of the work that you are wanting to … View moreFranklin Arts Centre are having a pop up exhibition in the community gallery space from 16 January to 9 February. We are inviting local artists to submit an artwork to be exhibited in the space.
Submissions are from 15 Dec - 12 January
Send through a photo of the work that you are wanting to submit along with the dimensions and a brief description to franklinartscentre@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz
This will be a cash and carry exhibition. This means that works will be able to be taken away by the buyer once the sale has been made. Artists will be contacted if their work sells and may be offered the opportunity to display a second work in the exhibition at our discretion.
We will be offering places in the exhibition to artists on a first come first served basis. Each artist will be allowed to display one work in the exhibition. In the event that there are more spaces than artists for the exhibition, we will offer artists the opportunity to display extra works at our discretion.
Commission on Sales:
15%, plus GST. If you are registered for GST, please let us know.
If you have any further questions, do get in touch.
Pack your bags, hit the open road, or set sail on your next big adventure. With Ryman’s lock-and-leave-style living, you’re free to explore without worrying about home maintenance or security.
While you’re off enjoying life, we’ll take care of everything back home – from mowing the … View morePack your bags, hit the open road, or set sail on your next big adventure. With Ryman’s lock-and-leave-style living, you’re free to explore without worrying about home maintenance or security.
While you’re off enjoying life, we’ll take care of everything back home – from mowing the lawns to watering the garden, pulling weeds, and even cleaning the windows.
Ryman residents are free to embrace adventure because they're not tied down with home maintenance stress and security worries. They're rediscovering lost passions and plunging headfirst into new ones whenever they feel like it.
Click find out more to discover the lifestyle.
It's well over a year since the 2023 election. Whether you were pleased with the result or not, we'd love to know how you are feeling about the changes the government have made so far?
Share your thoughts below.
Four-day pre-Christmas sale this week at the Pukekohe Anglican Op Shop: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday, 9am to noon. Buy one, get one free of equal value on all clothing in the store. Best prices and best quality in Pukekohe, check us out on the corner of Queen St and Wesley St. Cash … View moreFour-day pre-Christmas sale this week at the Pukekohe Anglican Op Shop: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday, 9am to noon. Buy one, get one free of equal value on all clothing in the store. Best prices and best quality in Pukekohe, check us out on the corner of Queen St and Wesley St. Cash only, no Eftpos.
William Sanders resident Suellen loves Christmas and the joy of having family close by. To make the holiday season easier, she shares her favourite tips and hacks. From decorating with lights and faux snow to prepping meals ahead of time and using reusable gift bags, Suellen’s ideas help bring … View moreWilliam Sanders resident Suellen loves Christmas and the joy of having family close by. To make the holiday season easier, she shares her favourite tips and hacks. From decorating with lights and faux snow to prepping meals ahead of time and using reusable gift bags, Suellen’s ideas help bring festive cheer without the stress. Whether you're looking for budget-friendly options or simple ways to enhance your celebrations, these tips will make your Christmas brighter and more enjoyable.
Click read more for Suellen’s tips.
A Wellington man was wrongly issued a parking fine and spent over 40 hours going back and forward with Hutt City Council about it.
Have you ever been unfairly fined?
Why not gift them a magazine subscription tailored to their interests? This Christmas, find the perfect gifts at Mags4Gifts! We're offering up to 30% off a wide range of magazines – there’s something for everyone in your whanau!
Whether you’re searching for a thoughtful secret Santa … View moreWhy not gift them a magazine subscription tailored to their interests? This Christmas, find the perfect gifts at Mags4Gifts! We're offering up to 30% off a wide range of magazines – there’s something for everyone in your whanau!
Whether you’re searching for a thoughtful secret Santa gift or something special to put under the tree, we’ve got you covered with a great selection for all interests.
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At Triton Hearing, we believe you should make the most of the holiday season and the moments that matter.
That’s why we’re excited to introduce our revolutionary new Infinio Sphere devices. With cutting-edge technology delivering double the speech clarity*, you’ll hear every joke, every … View moreAt Triton Hearing, we believe you should make the most of the holiday season and the moments that matter.
That’s why we’re excited to introduce our revolutionary new Infinio Sphere devices. With cutting-edge technology delivering double the speech clarity*, you’ll hear every joke, every story, and every cheer like never before.
This festive season, don’t just be present - be at the heart of the fun.
Sonova proprietary research (2024), visit hearmore.co.nz to learn more.
Special Children's Christmas Parties held their Waikato event at Mystery Creek recently inviting hundreds of special needs children and their caregivers to a fun day of free entertainment, food and also took home three quality toys to call their own.
Special Children's Christmas … View moreSpecial Children's Christmas Parties held their Waikato event at Mystery Creek recently inviting hundreds of special needs children and their caregivers to a fun day of free entertainment, food and also took home three quality toys to call their own.
Special Children's Christmas Parties have been organising these events for over 25 years across a number of main centres throughout New Zealand.
Now, every year in New Zealand, nearly 10,000 Kiwi children with special needs, challenging life or health circumstances are invited to a party like no other.
The annual event is made possible by many local businesses supporting this event including Neighbourly.co.nz.
To be a part of this special event next year, please contact Aidan Belsham - Aidan@scevents.co.nz
The Pukekohe Anglican Parish has two more special Christmas services this Sunday, December 15.
Join us at St Paul's Church, Buckland, at 11.30am for the Buckland Community Christmas Service. Sing the good old favourite carols and share the story of Christmas. 581 Buckland Rd. All Welcome.
… View moreThe Pukekohe Anglican Parish has two more special Christmas services this Sunday, December 15.
Join us at St Paul's Church, Buckland, at 11.30am for the Buckland Community Christmas Service. Sing the good old favourite carols and share the story of Christmas. 581 Buckland Rd. All Welcome.
At 7.30pm at St Andrew's Church, Pukekohe, is our Blue Christmas Service, a service of remembrance and hope acknowledging that Christmas can be a hard time, especially when we have people missing from our Christmas table for any reason at all. St Andrew's is the brick church on the corner of Queen St and Wesley St, Pukekohe. All welcome.
Get big summer savings at Resene ColorShops! Bring out the best in your home with kiwi made Resene paints, colours and wood stains. Plus choose from a huge range of wallpaper and accessories.
Kia ora neighbours. If you've got a family recipe for courgettes, we'd love to see it and maybe publish it in our magazine. Send your recipe to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, and if we use it in the mag, you will receive a free copy of our January 2025 issue.
Summer Drop in Land sessions with Artist Margaret Fenney
When: Thursday 19 & Saturday 21 December
Where: Community Gallery Space Franklin Arts Centre
Time: 10am – 1pm
TERRA FIRMA
Earlier this year Franklin Community Arts funded artist Margaret Feeney to run a workshop looking … View moreSummer Drop in Land sessions with Artist Margaret Fenney
When: Thursday 19 & Saturday 21 December
Where: Community Gallery Space Franklin Arts Centre
Time: 10am – 1pm
TERRA FIRMA
Earlier this year Franklin Community Arts funded artist Margaret Feeney to run a workshop looking at what land means to people. Land is home, it is income, it is ancestral right, it is something we control and use, as well as something we love and feel kaitiakitanga towards. How does art tell the story of all these different feelings?
This summer programme at Franklin Arts Centre explores these ideas in further depth across four workstations exploring mark-making and frottage, clay, collage and paint. The workshops are experimental and fun, and everyone’s welcome.
Drop in any time between 10am and 1pm on Thursday 19 or Saturday 21 December to have a go.
We look forward to seeing you there.
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