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Look at how pleased Brandy is with herself, after she donated blood to save little kitten Cognac, after he was dumped and nearly eaten to death by fleas.
It is rare for vets to perform a xenotransfusion, but the kitten was knocking on death's door, so as a last resort, used Brandy's … View moreLook at how pleased Brandy is with herself, after she donated blood to save little kitten Cognac, after he was dumped and nearly eaten to death by fleas.
It is rare for vets to perform a xenotransfusion, but the kitten was knocking on death's door, so as a last resort, used Brandy's blood to revive the feline.
This is just one of the many tales Franklin Cat Rescue's Melanie Marshall has to tell - after all, she lives with 77 cats!
Click the link to read all about Melanie's crazy life!
Kia ora neighbours, please come along to our hui to help guide the new direction of mental health and addiction services in the Waikato region. We warmly invite you to share with us your experiences, views and ideas on helping those and their whānau who experience mental health and addiction … View moreKia ora neighbours, please come along to our hui to help guide the new direction of mental health and addiction services in the Waikato region. We warmly invite you to share with us your experiences, views and ideas on helping those and their whānau who experience mental health and addiction issues to get the right support when they want and need it.
Hui will be held in Huntly at the following venues
Thursday 14 June - General public engagement
Riverside Room, Waikato District Council, 148 Main St, Huntly
Whakatau - 10am
Tuesday 19 June - Iwi Māori Hui
Miria te Kakara, Waahi Marae,
177 Harris St, Huntly
Whakatau - 10am
We want to hear from the Huntly and surrounding communities, including those who have experienced mental health and/or addiction issues and those who provide support such as whānau, friends and interested others.
We look forward to meeting you. He whakarongo tātou – we’re here to listen
RSVP to Waahi Whaanui 07 828 9695 / 0800 843 878 Email:trust@whanui.org.nz
Study one of our Certificate qualifications and you’ll be able to pathway straight into higher levels of study after graduating, with an introductory knowledge of your subject.
You’ll have access to all our purpose-built facilities and a team of expert tutors behind you, giving you that … View moreStudy one of our Certificate qualifications and you’ll be able to pathway straight into higher levels of study after graduating, with an introductory knowledge of your subject.
You’ll have access to all our purpose-built facilities and a team of expert tutors behind you, giving you that extra push to get you where you’ve always wanted to be.
Brrrr, this chilly, drizzly, grey weather has us dreaming of sunshine and and warmer temperatures!
Where is your favourite place holiday during winter?
What country is on the bucketlist for future Kiwi winters?
Do you have a favourite wintry hideaway in Franklin?
No need to be embarrassed of your oven! Loven will have it sparkling in no time. Give us a call on 0800 683 626 or email info@loven.co.nz
All our prices can be found on our website www.loven.co.nz...
No need to be embarrassed of your oven! Loven will have it sparkling in no time. Give us a call on 0800 683 626 or email info@loven.co.nz
All our prices can be found on our website www.loven.co.nz...
Counties Inn is closing down and donating a plethora of different items to the Franklin Hospice. T…
Pukekohe's $16 million train station upgrade opened last week, with a new park and ride facility and better links between buses and trains, and roads and footpaths. What do you think of the upgrade?
READ MORE *www.stuff.co.nz...
Children with special needs at Pukekohe's Te Akonga Early Learning Centre have been gifted music the…
There will be changes to the layout of lanes for northbound traffic on the Southern Motorway at Taka…
Hi Waikato,
Auckland Airport has been under fire recently and it got us wondering about what Kiwis think about their local airport. We want to hear about your airport experiences. What do you think are the best and worst Koru lounges in NZ? What are some of the weirdest or quirkiest airports … View moreHi Waikato,
Auckland Airport has been under fire recently and it got us wondering about what Kiwis think about their local airport. We want to hear about your airport experiences. What do you think are the best and worst Koru lounges in NZ? What are some of the weirdest or quirkiest airports you've been to in NZ? Email your thoughts to our travel reporter at lorna.thornber@stuff.co.nz. (If commenting, please add "NFP/not for print" if you do not want your images/comments used on Stuff).”
I am writing an article about the recent fuel price increase and would like an overall view from the public.
Thanks to everyone who's already taken part in our poll. Home ventilation systems can cost thousands and opinions on their worth are definitely divided.
If you're not sure what type of ventilation system would work best for you - or whether you need one at all - … View moreThanks to everyone who's already taken part in our poll. Home ventilation systems can cost thousands and opinions on their worth are definitely divided.
If you're not sure what type of ventilation system would work best for you - or whether you need one at all - read this to help find out.
Have fun and brush up on ways to maintain your mobility and independence through a FREE classroom based refresher workshop for senior road users.
The aim of the workshop is to:
• Help you maintain and improve your safe driving practices
• Give you information about other transport options … View moreHave fun and brush up on ways to maintain your mobility and independence through a FREE classroom based refresher workshop for senior road users.
The aim of the workshop is to:
• Help you maintain and improve your safe driving practices
• Give you information about other transport options available when driving is no longer possible
Morning tea and lunch included. You will also receive a $10 MTA voucher at the end of the day.
Numbers limited so bookings essential for catering and resource purposes. To register, contact the Age Concern office on 279 4331 ext 800 or email reception@accm.org.nz
Dates:
1. Thursday 21st June, 2018, 9.30am to 2.30pm, at St Hilda Community Hall, 3 Wakelin Rd, Beachlands.
2. Monday 25th June 2018, 9.30am to 2.30pm, at Manurewa Baptist Church, 9 Lupton Road, Manurewa
3. Tuesday 26th June 2018, 9.30am to 2.30pm, at Howick Presbyterian Church, 11 Vincent St, Howick
4. Wednesday 27th June 2018, 9.30am to 2.30pm, at Harvest Christian Church, 3 Beach Road, Papakura
5. Friday 29th June 2018, 9.30am to 2.30pm, at St Johns Community Centre, 120 Great South Road, Papatoetoe
National Volunteer Week is next week! (17-23 June). We’ve been busy collecting quotes to reflect our NVW theme:
“Volunteers, The Heart of our Community – By many, the work will be completed, Mā tini, mā mano, ka rapa te whai.”
#NVW2018
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