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Bring out the best in the concrete you already have #resenetip

Bring out the best in the concrete you already have #resenetip

Rejuvenate or refresh the colour of concrete inside or out with Resene ConcreteWash, a wash of sheer colour that can help to warm up the look of concrete without the need to replace it.

2960 days ago

Poll: Do you have a problem pothole in your community?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We've had word that the folk of Taranaki have more than their fair share of potholes - and we're keen to know how widespread the issue is in other communities around New Zealand. Do you have potholes popping up around your 'hood that need attention? Vote below.

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Do you have a problem pothole in your community?
  • 56.5% Yes - I know of multiple problem potholes
    56.5% Complete
  • 23.8% Yes - I know of 1-2 potholes in my neighbourhood
    23.8% Complete
  • 19.6% No - not aware of any
    19.6% Complete
2275 votes
2960 days ago

Water safety checklist

Communications Team from Auckland Transport

Be a responsible skipper this summer, make sure your crew are safe out on the water with our checklist: AT.govt.nz/harbourmaster

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2961 days ago

Want a chance to win a $1000 Gift Card?

New World

That's right, at your local New World, you could win a $1000 Gift Card. Every $40 you spend when you scan your Clubcard gives you another entry to unwrap an even merrier Christmas. T&Cs apply. Learn more

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2961 days ago

QUIZ: Test yourself on previous NCEA exam questions

Julie Kaio Reporter from Franklin County News

The anxious wait for teenagers around the country ended today as the first NCEA and scholarship exams kicked off at 9:30am. Stuff.co.nz has selected a few questions from previous years for you to test your knowledge. Let us know how you did. Good luck!

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2961 days ago

Get your FREE pair of NIKE shoes offer finishes 17th Nov 17.

Franklin Pool & Leisure

Fitness Upgrade. Franklin Pool & Leisure, this is coming your way soon. The reason to JOIN Franklin Pool & Leisure just got better and bigger along with the FREE NIKE SHOES DEAL.

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2961 days ago

New Website

Dmi Plumbing Limited

Hi Everyone, we are very excited to have a brand new website! Check it out dmiplumbing.co.nz...
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2962 days ago

Harbourmaster: Local notices to mariners

Communications Team from Auckland Transport

Keep an eye on our website for local notices to mariners, from events, to local issues or infrastructure issues affecting navigation in the Auckland region: at.govt.nz...

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2963 days ago

Create Cocktails, Make Great Coffee at NZMA

NZMA

Want to train in the hospitality sector? With NZMA we’ll teach you the skills and get you work ready so you can land a great job in the hospitality industry. Get qualified in 20 weeks!

You’ll study:
• in a real bar, gain work experience in a real café,
• get lots of support and … View more
Want to train in the hospitality sector? With NZMA we’ll teach you the skills and get you work ready so you can land a great job in the hospitality industry. Get qualified in 20 weeks!

You’ll study:
• in a real bar, gain work experience in a real café,
• get lots of support and encouragement from your tutors,
• and graduate with a nationally recognised qualification.

We have our own dedicated employment team, NZMA Careers. NZMA Careers has relationships with over 100 reputable businesses throughout New Zealand which is a large advantage to their graduating students. Many of these employers are actively looking for potential employees.

Why don’t you come have a coffee and visit us for a Hamilton Campus tour. Know anyone or want to enrol - Courses start in November so get in touch and enrol today!
Find out more

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2963 days ago

Entertain the kids this weekend!

Armistice in Cambridge

Held at Karapiro, Armistice in Cambridge is a weekend celebration of NZ’s military heritage. Kids of all ages can row a Navy cutter, try archery, test their knot skills or fight a mock battle with paper swords and flour bombs in the WW1 trench!

This Saturday 11th and Sunday 12th November the … View more
Held at Karapiro, Armistice in Cambridge is a weekend celebration of NZ’s military heritage. Kids of all ages can row a Navy cutter, try archery, test their knot skills or fight a mock battle with paper swords and flour bombs in the WW1 trench!

This Saturday 11th and Sunday 12th November the event runs for two full days. If the kids perform 7 of the 20 activities on site (more than half of which are free) they can win a tank badge. Entry is $15 for adults and $5 for 12 and under.

More details on our Facebook page.
Find out more!

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2963 days ago

Come on Franklin - get nominating! You could win a $500 voucher :)

Julie Kaio Reporter from Franklin County News

Put to pen to paper or simply send an email to be in to win a $500 voucher from Mitre 10 Mega Pukekohe.
Franklin County News are seeking nominations for this year's Finest People of the Year Awards which recognise unsung heroes of our community.
Anyone who lives in the Franklin County … View more
Put to pen to paper or simply send an email to be in to win a $500 voucher from Mitre 10 Mega Pukekohe.
Franklin County News are seeking nominations for this year's Finest People of the Year Awards which recognise unsung heroes of our community.
Anyone who lives in the Franklin County News' circulation area is eligible for nomination and all nominators go into the draw to win the $500 Mitre 10 Mega voucher.

Award categories are: Pukekohe Pak 'n Save Inspiration Award; McDonald's Pukekohe Junior Achievement Award; Campbell Tyson Act of Kindness Award; Stihl Shop Pukekohe Volunteer of the Year; New Zealand Steel Mentor-Leader of the Year; Counties Manukau Sport Sports Personality of the Year; Barfoot & Thompson Pukekohe Community Worker of the Year; Mitre 10 Mega Employee of the Year; Franklin Local Board Lifetime Achievement Award.


If you know of someone special, fill out a nomination form and send it to: Franklin County News, PO Box 14, Pukekohe; drop it into the office at 217 King St, or you can email it to julie.kaio@ fairfaxmedia.co.nz. T

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