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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.

3208 days ago

A Franklin animator has claimed best children's music video award.

Ruwade Bryant Reporter from Franklin County News

Monsters, farmers and makeshift instruments make up the best children's music video for 2017.

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3208 days ago

Poll: Vote for the AMI Community Grant NEIGHBOURHOOD Finalists

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We need your help! These 10 wonderful neighbourhood organisations are finalists in the 2017 AMI Community Grants Neighbourhood category. Now it's up to you to decide who should receive a share of the funds. Read a little from each organisation and/or project on how your support will help themView moreWe need your help! These 10 wonderful neighbourhood organisations are finalists in the 2017 AMI Community Grants Neighbourhood category. Now it's up to you to decide who should receive a share of the funds. Read a little from each organisation and/or project on how your support will help them - and then cast your vote below. Voting closes Friday 24th March.

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Vote for the AMI Community Grant NEIGHBOURHOOD Finalists
  • 7% 1) Seddon Community and Neighbourhood Support Group
    7% Complete
  • 5% 2) Riverton Community Garden Project
    5% Complete
  • 25.8% 3) Surrogate Grandparents NZ
    25.8% Complete
  • 10.1% 4) AED Defibrillator for Churchill Park School
    10.1% Complete
  • 1.1% 5) Whangaroa Community Trust Mural
    1.1% Complete
  • 8.1% 6) Murrays Bay Intermediate Safer Walkway
    8.1% Complete
  • 9.8% 7) Free For All Resource Sharing
    9.8% Complete
  • 2.9% 8) Taradale Alleyway Improvement
    2.9% Complete
  • 25.5% 9) House of Grace Home for Pregnant Teens
    25.5% Complete
  • 4.5% 10) Keith Street Wanganui Youth Centre
    4.5% Complete
2271 votes
3208 days ago

Poll: Vote for the AMI Community Grant REGIONAL Finalists

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We need your help! These 10 wonderful organisations are finalists in the 2017 AMI Community Grants Regional category. Now it's up to you to decide who should receive a share of the funds. Read a little from each organisation on how your support will help them - and then cast your vote below. … View moreWe need your help! These 10 wonderful organisations are finalists in the 2017 AMI Community Grants Regional category. Now it's up to you to decide who should receive a share of the funds. Read a little from each organisation on how your support will help them - and then cast your vote below. Voting closes Friday 24th March.

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Vote for the AMI Community Grant REGIONAL Finalists
  • 7.6% 1) Youth Search and Rescue Tauranga
    7.6% Complete
  • 5.3% 2) North Shore Initial Response Trust
    5.3% Complete
  • 6% 3) Wellington North Community Patrol
    6% Complete
  • 4.9% 4) Crimewatch (Chch) Inc
    4.9% Complete
  • 17.9% 5) Nelson Marlborough Rescue Helicopter Trust
    17.9% Complete
  • 3.1% 6) South Canterbury Child Restraint Rentals
    3.1% Complete
  • 21.9% 7) Kidz need Dadz NZ
    21.9% Complete
  • 16.5% 8) Foster Hope Charitable Trust
    16.5% Complete
  • 6.5% 9) Volunteering Canterbury
    6.5% Complete
  • 10.3% 10) Under the Stars - Homeless in Tauranga.
    10.3% Complete
2090 votes
3209 days ago

Poll: How much does the tooth fairy leave per tooth in your household?

Ruwade Bryant Reporter from Franklin County News

Some children are receiving up to $40 per tooth from the tooth fairy. www.stuff.co.nz...

What do you give your kids?

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How much does the tooth fairy leave per tooth in your household?
  • 76.5% $2 or under
    76.5% Complete
  • 17.6% $3 to $10
    17.6% Complete
  • 0% $11-20
    0% Complete
  • 0% $21-40
    0% Complete
  • 5.9% The tooth fairy skips our house.
    5.9% Complete
17 votes
3209 days ago

Do you know where to get cheap fuel?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Do you know the cheapest place to get petrol in or around your neighbourhood? Share your tips below and help your neighbours out! Plus make sure you check to see if you're a $100 petrol voucher instant winner!

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3212 days ago

Franklin kids up for a triathlon challenge at Clarks Beach

Julie Kaio Reporter from Franklin County News

Close to 400 kids will tackle the Fulton Swim School's Franklin Primary Schools Triathlon on Friday, March 10.
The event will see youngsters swim, bike and run around the scenic Clarks Beach course, and organiser Daniel Fulton said he was looking forward to seeing some happy faces crossing … View more
Close to 400 kids will tackle the Fulton Swim School's Franklin Primary Schools Triathlon on Friday, March 10.
The event will see youngsters swim, bike and run around the scenic Clarks Beach course, and organiser Daniel Fulton said he was looking forward to seeing some happy faces crossing the ...

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3212 days ago

Know your neighbours

The Team from Ministry of Civil Defence & Emergency Management

Neighbours' Day Aotearoa is happening on 25 & 26 March. It's a great chance to involve your neighbours in your emergency plan - work out who can help you and who might need your help. www.happens.nz...
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3214 days ago

Win a ticket and back the Chiefs against the Blues

Wayne Timmo Reporter from Waikato Times

Afternoon all,

New Zealand Investec Super Rugby Referees have had their eyes tested at Specsavers to ensure they have perfect vision for the matches ahead.

To celebrate the launch of the 2017 season and to help everyone keep their eyes on the ball our we're giving you that chance to win … View more
Afternoon all,

New Zealand Investec Super Rugby Referees have had their eyes tested at Specsavers to ensure they have perfect vision for the matches ahead.

To celebrate the launch of the 2017 season and to help everyone keep their eyes on the ball our we're giving you that chance to win a double pass to the Chiefs vs Blues game at FMG Stadium in Hamilton on Friday March 3.

The winner will also get a voucher for two pairs of designer frames from Specsavers, and one Investec Super Rugby jersey.
To be in to win, comment below with your email address or, if you'd prefer, email news@waikatotimes.co.nz with the subject line 'Competition'.

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3213 days ago

Have you made plans for Mother's Day?

Jennian Homes Franklin

Our annual Jennian Homes Mother’s Day Fun Run/Walk is back for 2017 – and with more than 20 locations nationwide, it is set to be bigger and better than ever!

The Jennian Homes Mother’s Day Fun Run/Walk is part of an initiative to support the Heart Foundation’s ‘Heart Foundation for … View more
Our annual Jennian Homes Mother’s Day Fun Run/Walk is back for 2017 – and with more than 20 locations nationwide, it is set to be bigger and better than ever!

The Jennian Homes Mother’s Day Fun Run/Walk is part of an initiative to support the Heart Foundation’s ‘Heart Foundation for Women’ campaign, which aims to empower women to take charge of their heart health.

We hope you will among the thousands decked out in the iconic Dick Frizzell designed red t-shirts this Mother’s Day.

Register for this year’s Mother’s Day Fun Run/Walk before 31 March to receive early bird pricing. Plus, we've got over $25,000 worth of fantastic prizes up for grabs including: Fitbit activity trackers, Stirling Sports vouchers, Canopy Camping Escapes, Fujifilm NZ Instax Cameras + more.

So, if you haven’t made plans this Mother’s Day, please join us, get your active wear and running shoes ready to walk alongside thousands of other women to promote good heart health.

Sign up to a 5km Fun Run/Walk near you to show your support! Buy tickets now.

3214 days ago

Kiwi's most sociable

Reporter Franklin County News

New Zealand was named the most sociable country on the Legatum Prosperity Index.

Do you think they got it right? What makes Kiwis such a sociable bunch? Let us know below.

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3214 days ago

Can you help Pedal for Plunket?

The Warehouse

We're jumping on our bikes to cycle the length of the country! Help us raise more than $300,000 for Plunket New Zealand. Follow the journey and donate at www.pedalforplunket.org.nz #Pedal4Plunket Watch the video

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