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AT proposes amending the election signs bylaw to clarify controls around how they are displayed. Give your feedback on the proposed changes by 26 June.
Maurie Mac has been appointed a Member of the New Zealand Order of Merit, for his services to harness racing.
A New Zealand-owned and operated petroleum company is taking a big leap forward by installing modern technology into its new fuel stop on the Bombay Hills.
Waitomo has installed its first vapour recovery system at its Bombay station, which opened May 29, that allows petrol vapour to … View moreA New Zealand-owned and operated petroleum company is taking a big leap forward by installing modern technology into its new fuel stop on the Bombay Hills.
Waitomo has installed its first vapour recovery system at its Bombay station, which opened May 29, that allows petrol vapour to ...
NZMA are hosting two open days on the 10th June! If you are around next Saturday, this is the perfect time to bring along family and friends and experience this amazing day. On the day you can expect fun entertainment, cultural groups, FREE sausage sizzle, and even a bouncy castle!
On top of … View moreNZMA are hosting two open days on the 10th June! If you are around next Saturday, this is the perfect time to bring along family and friends and experience this amazing day. On the day you can expect fun entertainment, cultural groups, FREE sausage sizzle, and even a bouncy castle!
On top of that, we’ve got some really fun activities where you get the opportunity to apply hands on skills in the areas of: Cookery, Hospitality, Contact Centre, Business, Retail and Early Childhood Education. If you enjoy these activities and decide to grow your skills further, then you can even enroll on the day!
To find out more about this Open Day, visit our website, we can’t wait to see you there!
With AT Mobile, you’ll get a notification when your bus is nearly at your stop. Find out about its other features on our website.
Hi neighbours,
Waikato Regional Council's strategy and policy committee recently voted in favour of a detailed business case into a passenger rail service between Hamilton and Auckland. Do you think it's worth investing in a train stop in Tuakau? Let us know what you think below.
… View moreHi neighbours,
Waikato Regional Council's strategy and policy committee recently voted in favour of a detailed business case into a passenger rail service between Hamilton and Auckland. Do you think it's worth investing in a train stop in Tuakau? Let us know what you think below.
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Hey neighbours,
Check out this mum and daughter duo, who are both constables in Counties Manukau.
Do any of you work with family?
What's it like?
The battle up front could determine who wins the Counties Power Game of the Week this week between Karaka and Onewhero.
The Onewhero side will be smarting from a narrow loss to Waiuku last week and will determined to knock over one of the top four sides and give themselves a chance of making the… View moreThe battle up front could determine who wins the Counties Power Game of the Week this week between Karaka and Onewhero.
The Onewhero side will be smarting from a narrow loss to Waiuku last week and will determined to knock over one of the top four sides and give themselves a chance of making the ...
This weekend, the Rainbows End Counties Manukau and Waikato Secondary School 1st XV competition begins.
Last year was the first year the competition took place, with St Johns College winning and Manurewa High taking second place.
The eight secondary schools in this … View moreThis weekend, the Rainbows End Counties Manukau and Waikato Secondary School 1st XV competition begins.
Last year was the first year the competition took place, with St Johns College winning and Manurewa High taking second place.
The eight secondary schools in this year's competition are ...
Around 31, 000 more people will be settling in Auckland, ready or not. So when it comes to transport, we need to be ready. Find out how AT is planning for the future.
Hamilton Operatic Society presents Les Misérable. Join the barricade and see one of the worlds most adored musicals.
For a strictly limited season only at Clarence St Theatre (Friday 23 June - Sat 8th July) Directed By David Sidwell and Musically Directed by Alex Wiltshire. Book at Ticketek.
Hi there Neighbours;
It was a privilege to attend the nominees evening for the Pukekohe Business Association Best in Business Awards on Thursday.
Franklin County News is proud to be the event’s media sponsor and is grateful for the opportunity to be part of a such a fabulous annual event which… View moreHi there Neighbours;
It was a privilege to attend the nominees evening for the Pukekohe Business Association Best in Business Awards on Thursday.
Franklin County News is proud to be the event’s media sponsor and is grateful for the opportunity to be part of a such a fabulous annual event which does a superb job celebrating the success of business and enterprise in our town.
Congratulation to all the nominees and congratulations to Kendyl Sullivan and her PBA team for organising Thursday’s event at ANZ Pukekohe.
There was a lot of excitement in the room and it was clear all there were very proud to be on the nominees’ guest list.
Public voting opens June 1, and is open to 5pm July 3. be sure to support your favourite local business.
For more on the awards, keep an eye on the Franklin County News and the PBA website, pukekohe.org.nz
thanks :)
Julie
Myrtle rust is a fungus that can destroy our native and taonga trees such as pōhutukawa, mānuka, kānuka and rātā. It also attacks feijoa trees. Severe infestations can kill affected plants and have long-term impacts on the regeneration of young plants and seedlings.
And it’s now in New … View moreMyrtle rust is a fungus that can destroy our native and taonga trees such as pōhutukawa, mānuka, kānuka and rātā. It also attacks feijoa trees. Severe infestations can kill affected plants and have long-term impacts on the regeneration of young plants and seedlings.
And it’s now in New Zealand – sightings have been reported in Kerikeri in Northland, Waitara in Taranaki and Te Kuiti in Waikato.
If you see it, DO NOT TOUCH OR DISTURB THE PLANT. Please take a photo and call us immediately on 0800 80 99 66.
To find out more about the invasive Myrtle rust fungus please visit www.mpi.govt.nz/myrtlerust
Children from across Franklin braved the blanket of fog that covered Tuakau on Thursday for the Franklin Year 5 and 6 Soccer Tournament.
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