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It's time to unleash the artist within you, showcase your DIY creative skills and spruce up an old item or completely repurpose it! Resene and Neighbourly are challenging everyday Kiwis like YOU to take part in the Resene Upcycling Awards.
We want to see your amazing creations so … View moreIt's time to unleash the artist within you, showcase your DIY creative skills and spruce up an old item or completely repurpose it! Resene and Neighbourly are challenging everyday Kiwis like YOU to take part in the Resene Upcycling Awards.
We want to see your amazing creations so don't be afraid to go all out! Check out some of the previous entires here.
Take part in the 2022 Resene Upcycling Awards. There are four great prizes worth $500 up for grabs: a $200 Resene voucher and a $300 Prezzy® card!
Dear neighbours,
Every month, NZ Gardener runs a series of tested reader recipes using a seasonal crop. We are now on the hunt for yam recipes, so send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz before June 3, 2022.
Every published recipe wins a copy of our special edition Homegrown Recipes.
Hi neighbours, we here at NZ BED COMPANY are currently having a crazy Queen’s Birthday sale. Sale up to 50% OFF! We’ve got beds with high quality materials, leading technologies, and silky-smooth fabrics. Make the most of our birthday deals and get delightfully dreamy sleep tonight.
Pop into… View moreHi neighbours, we here at NZ BED COMPANY are currently having a crazy Queen’s Birthday sale. Sale up to 50% OFF! We’ve got beds with high quality materials, leading technologies, and silky-smooth fabrics. Make the most of our birthday deals and get delightfully dreamy sleep tonight.
Pop into your nearest store to check out the low prices or view our range online.
Without control, wallabies could eventually invade all of the central North Island.
Bay of Plenty and Waikato Regional Council's are working together to stop this from happening.
Find out about their wallaby control programme and why wallabies are a pest here.
You can help stop the … View moreWithout control, wallabies could eventually invade all of the central North Island.
Bay of Plenty and Waikato Regional Council's are working together to stop this from happening.
Find out about their wallaby control programme and why wallabies are a pest here.
You can help stop the spread of wallabies by reporting any sightings at reportwallabies.com.
Heterodox Us, Artists Floor Talk
Saturday 11 June, 1 – 2pm
Franklin Arts Centre
Join us to hear from some of the artists currently exhibiting as part of “Heterodox Us”.
This lively and engaging group of artists will share some insights into their work and present some challenging … View moreHeterodox Us, Artists Floor Talk
Saturday 11 June, 1 – 2pm
Franklin Arts Centre
Join us to hear from some of the artists currently exhibiting as part of “Heterodox Us”.
This lively and engaging group of artists will share some insights into their work and present some challenging ideas. Make the most of a unique opportunity to draw from their rich depth of artistic process and experience - and to ask them your questions.
Artists: Ina Arraoui, Leela Bhai, Dagmar Dyck, Fatu Feu'u, Marcus Hipa, Andy Leleisi'uao, Iokapeta Magele-Suamasi, Sefton Rani, Raymond Sagapolutele, Delicia Sampero, Vaimaila Urale
On Monday 30 May, we begin a 2 ½ week “Pop-Up Artists in Residence” in the Community Gallery here at the Franklin Arts Centre. During this time, a selection of artists working in a range of mediums will take up residence in the space for 1-3 days at a time. Visitors will be treated to a … View moreOn Monday 30 May, we begin a 2 ½ week “Pop-Up Artists in Residence” in the Community Gallery here at the Franklin Arts Centre. During this time, a selection of artists working in a range of mediums will take up residence in the space for 1-3 days at a time. Visitors will be treated to a glimpse into the artistic practice, materials and habits of these artists, together with the opportunity, in some cases, to have a go themselves.
Free entry. All welcome!
Artists on the agenda:
Eve Hawkins Green, Jillian King, and Michael Cuthbert
Painting
Mon 30 May - Wed 1 June
Pukekohe High School Senior Painting Students
Painting/Mural
Thurs 2 - Tues 7 June
Jan Leonard
Calligraphy
Wed 8 - Thurs 9 June
Andrea Lewer
Pottery
Fri 10 June
Frances Stevens
Weaving
Mon 13 - Tues 14 June
Looking for a cabinet to keep your records in - come into the IHC Op Shop and have a look at this one (records not included).
Black, Size 8 Glassons hooded 3/4 length winter coat. 80% cotton, 20% polyester, 100% polyester lining. Only worn a couple of times, now too small.
Size 8 Portmans dark grey pin stripe jacket. Made in Australia. Fabric made in France. Excellent Condition. Only worn a couple of times. Now too small.
Unique Small Black Seal Firetrap black pinstripe jacket with embroidered motif on the back. 3 button detail at bottom of sleeves. Worn once so as new - now too small. Cost over $200.00 new.
Printing with Pasifika Pattern Stencils Workshop II
Come and create your own art piece using different shaped stencils that are inspired by Pasifika tapa cloth patterns.
Saturday, 4 June 2022
10.00 -10.40am and 10.50 - 11.30am
Franklin Arts Centre
For kids ages 5+, with adult supervision
… View morePrinting with Pasifika Pattern Stencils Workshop II
Come and create your own art piece using different shaped stencils that are inspired by Pasifika tapa cloth patterns.
Saturday, 4 June 2022
10.00 -10.40am and 10.50 - 11.30am
Franklin Arts Centre
For kids ages 5+, with adult supervision
Wear clothing you do not mind getting dirty.
This workshop is FREE! Places are limited. Booking is essential. Book via Eventbrite: visit bit.ly...
Or walk-in before start of the workshop, but on a first come first to join basis, if spaces still available.
Tongan Ngatu (Tapa Cloth) Workshop III
Come along for another Tongan Ngatu (Tapa Cloth) Workshop for kids!
Artist Siniva Williams will guide your kids in learning about Tongan Ngatu (Tapa Cloth) using similar process to Ngatu making using paper, crayons, and indian ink.
Tongan Ngatu (Tapa … View moreTongan Ngatu (Tapa Cloth) Workshop III
Come along for another Tongan Ngatu (Tapa Cloth) Workshop for kids!
Artist Siniva Williams will guide your kids in learning about Tongan Ngatu (Tapa Cloth) using similar process to Ngatu making using paper, crayons, and indian ink.
Tongan Ngatu (Tapa Cloth) Workshop III
28 May 2022
2 sessions available
10.00 - 10.40 am & 10.50 to 11.30am
For kids ages 5+, with adult supervision
Let your kids wear clothing you do not mind getting dirty.
This workshop is FREE. Spaces are limited. To secure your spot, book via Eventbrite: bit.ly...
or walk in before event starts, but on a first come first to join basis, if spaces still available.
The hunt is officially on for New Zealand's best collection of houseplants
. Which means you could be 2022 Houseplant Hero. There’s some great prizes to be won! To enter, tell us in writing (no more than 500 words) what potted plants you have, the time you put into caring for them, and what … View moreThe hunt is officially on for New Zealand's best collection of houseplants
. Which means you could be 2022 Houseplant Hero. There’s some great prizes to be won! To enter, tell us in writing (no more than 500 words) what potted plants you have, the time you put into caring for them, and what you love about them. Send us up to five photos of your indoor plant displays. Email mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz. Meanwhile, here's last year's winner Alyce Read, from Nelson.
Franklin Hospice has a new Chief Executive in Sue Marshall, who has been working in primary care for nearly a decade.
After eight years of senior management roles at Tamaki Health and Counties Medical, and a stint as CEO of the Kate Edger Educational Charitable Trust, Marshall is excited to grow … View moreFranklin Hospice has a new Chief Executive in Sue Marshall, who has been working in primary care for nearly a decade.
After eight years of senior management roles at Tamaki Health and Counties Medical, and a stint as CEO of the Kate Edger Educational Charitable Trust, Marshall is excited to grow the hospice further.
“There is a growing need for this vital service, in challenging economic times,” Marshall said.
“I am excited to take up this role and ensure that we are able to meet demand and provide more for our patients and their whanau.”
Outgoing CE Ric Odom served the Hospice for five and a half years, as demand for its services more than doubled.
For the diary: join Franklin Hospice’s fundraisers this June 18:
The Long Lazy Lunch from 11 until 3pm, followed by The Gala Dinner at 6.30pm, at LaValla in Tuakau.
Book your tickets now for either or both of these events!
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