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3132 days ago

Liz Alexander donated her kidney to a complete stranger.

Ruwade Bryant Reporter from Franklin County News

She wasn't able to have children. Now her legacy lives on in the form of a kidney named Gracie.
Read More: www.stuff.co.nz...

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3131 days ago

Our next New Home Builders' session is around the corner!

The Team from Jennian Homes

Our New Home Builders Information Sessions are designed to ensure your new build experience is filled with plenty of 'OH YES' moments. Completely FREE, sessions are designed for new builders with all budgets and levels of experience. Your local Jennian team will cover off:
• How best… View more
Our New Home Builders Information Sessions are designed to ensure your new build experience is filled with plenty of 'OH YES' moments. Completely FREE, sessions are designed for new builders with all budgets and levels of experience. Your local Jennian team will cover off:
• How best to establish your construction budget
• How to avoid hidden costs
• Easy ways to save money by building an environmentally friendly home
• How to plan a home you've always wanted

We love sharing our construction industry and knowledge to ensure every home building journey is a good one. Come along with any questions you might have and learn how to avoid ‘OH NO’ moments. Find out more at jennianinfo.com
Register now

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3132 days ago

Pukekohe Fitness League will celebrate 30 years

Julie Kaio Reporter from Franklin County News

Each week 31 Franklin women don  their exercise gear and head to the Pukekohe Town Hall for their weekly cardio.
Pukekohe Fitness League's Nina North has been the instructor of the group since its inception, 30 years ago.  
She blasts the stereo with hits like Sugababes' Hole in the… View more
Each week 31 Franklin women don  their exercise gear and head to the Pukekohe Town Hall for their weekly cardio.
Pukekohe Fitness League's Nina North has been the instructor of the group since its inception, 30 years ago.  
She blasts the stereo with hits like Sugababes' Hole in the Head and ...

3132 days ago

Patumahoe keeps narrow lead in Counties Manukau club rugby McNamara Cup standings

Julie Kaio Reporter from Franklin County News

Bombay stayed a point off the championship lead in Counties Manukau club rugby's McNamara Cup on the weekend with a hard-fought 14-3 win over fellow top four side Karaka.
The result reverses the first round fixture, which saw Karaka triumph.
"The conditions were pretty terrible. At … View more
Bombay stayed a point off the championship lead in Counties Manukau club rugby's McNamara Cup on the weekend with a hard-fought 14-3 win over fellow top four side Karaka.
The result reverses the first round fixture, which saw Karaka triumph.
"The conditions were pretty terrible. At one stage in...

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3135 days ago

Nominations are closing soon for the 2017 Women of Influence Awards!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We're looking for women who go beyond their formal roles and make a difference in the lives of everyday New Zealanders – this maybe someone you work with, live with, or even yourself.

With limited time until nominations close, don't miss out on your chance to nominate yourself or a … View more
We're looking for women who go beyond their formal roles and make a difference in the lives of everyday New Zealanders – this maybe someone you work with, live with, or even yourself.

With limited time until nominations close, don't miss out on your chance to nominate yourself or a deserving women you know by midnight, Sunday 28 May. Make your nomination now. Visit womenofinfluence.co.nz for more information.
Nominate now

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3135 days ago

From the editor

Julie Kaio Reporter from Franklin County News

Tonight, one of our very own, reporter Ruwade Bryant, will attend the prestigious 2017 Canon Media Awards in Auckland.
Ruwade, who has been with Franklin County News and the Fairfax NZ family since January, is a finalist in the Student Journalist of the Year category, for his work on Fairfax’s … View more
Tonight, one of our very own, reporter Ruwade Bryant, will attend the prestigious 2017 Canon Media Awards in Auckland.
Ruwade, who has been with Franklin County News and the Fairfax NZ family since January, is a finalist in the Student Journalist of the Year category, for his work on Fairfax’s Sunday Star Times and stuff.co.nz during his internship in 2016.
The Canon awards are New Zealand’s most prestigious media awards - showcasing and acknowledging the best of the country’s journalists, photographers, newspapers, magazines and websites - so to be nominated is a huge achievement.
Journalists from throughout the country aspire to be on the finalists’ list, so Ruwade has done remarkably well.
The Franklin County News team is extremely proud of Ruwade and wish him the best of luck for tonight's awards ceremony.
Julie :)

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3135 days ago

Winning million dollar Lotto ticket sold in Franklin

Julie Kaio Reporter from Franklin County News

One lucky person from Franklin, south of Auckland, is now $1 million richer after winning Lotto's First Division on Wednesday. 
The winning ticket was sold on MyLotto. 
Powerball was not struck on Wednesday and has rolled over to Saturday night, where the jackpot will be $22 million.
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One lucky person from Franklin, south of Auckland, is now $1 million richer after winning Lotto's First Division on Wednesday. 
The winning ticket was sold on MyLotto. 
Powerball was not struck on Wednesday and has rolled over to Saturday night, where the jackpot will be $22 million.
Strike ...

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3136 days ago

Win tickets to Bach & Beethoven

Reporter Franklin County News

Hey Neighbours,
We have two double passes to give away to Bach & Beethoven on June 11 at the Auckland Town Hall.
To go into the draw to win, email briar.hubbard@fairfaxmedia.co.nz with the subject line 'Bach & Beethoven' by 5pm Monday May 22.

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3136 days ago

Take a journey with Auckland Transport

Communications Team from Auckland Transport

By 2030 there will be 2 Million people living in Auckland. Find out how AT is planning for this future.

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3136 days ago

Mothers Day Fun Run

The Team from Jennian Homes Franklin

Hi, We just wanted to say thank you so much Franklin for the support on Mothers Day for the Heart Foundation Fun Run we held at Bledisloe Park on Sunday! We had over 400 participants this year! The weather was fantastic and we hope everyone had a great time. This really helps to raise awareness for… View moreHi, We just wanted to say thank you so much Franklin for the support on Mothers Day for the Heart Foundation Fun Run we held at Bledisloe Park on Sunday! We had over 400 participants this year! The weather was fantastic and we hope everyone had a great time. This really helps to raise awareness for Heart Disease in Women which is the single biggest killer in NZ.

3137 days ago

This just in from Auckland Transport

Julie Kaio Reporter from Franklin County News

Some urgent repair work is needed on the rail line between Papakura and Pukeohe.

The recent wet weather saw two slips on the line near Paerata, 5 April and last week 12 May, so KiwiRail needs to come in urgently and do some work.

Auckland Transport has agreed to replace trains with buses … View more
Some urgent repair work is needed on the rail line between Papakura and Pukeohe.

The recent wet weather saw two slips on the line near Paerata, 5 April and last week 12 May, so KiwiRail needs to come in urgently and do some work.

Auckland Transport has agreed to replace trains with buses this Saturday and Sunday, 20/21 May, so work can be done.

KiwiRail have had a geotechnical specialist on site and they’ll be working to prevent any further slips.

For details on replacement bus services this weekend go to: at.govt.nz...

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