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Borrow it!

Borrow it!

Wanting to use a tool but don't want to buy it? Ask your neighbours if they have it here.

3104 days ago

Share your skills and transform lives

Volunteer Service Abroad (VSA)

Want to share your skills through volunteering? Volunteer with local people and organisations throughout the wider Pacific to help transform lives. We accept volunteers aged 25-75.

We cover flights, accommodation, insurance and even provide a living allowance. Make a real difference in the lives… View more
Want to share your skills through volunteering? Volunteer with local people and organisations throughout the wider Pacific to help transform lives. We accept volunteers aged 25-75.

We cover flights, accommodation, insurance and even provide a living allowance. Make a real difference in the lives of our Pacific neighbours. Learn more about volunteering with VSA.
Register now

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3105 days ago

Poll: Do school holidays work for modern parents?

Julie Kaio Reporter from Franklin County News

When school holidays come around, everything else goes on hold for parents. That's do-able for some, but not everyone has the option. Is the system working?
READ MORE: www.stuff.co.nz...

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Do school holidays work for modern parents?
  • 44.4% Yes
    44.4% Complete
  • 55.6% No
    55.6% Complete
9 votes
3105 days ago

Welcome

Waikato Show

Welcome to the Waikato Show community, Baden. Be sure to mark the dates on your calendar 6-8 April 2018

3105 days ago

Waikato Show 2018 update

Waikato Show

Another marvellous day out, the sun still has heat in it, but the shade is a bit chilly. Not as heavy a dewfall this morning, so no nicely silvered lawn as the sun rises higher.

Looking forward to seeing all the vegetable competition entire for 2018: - lets try to make them STUNNING!

3106 days ago

The cup is coming to Auckland!

Julie Kaio Reporter from Franklin County News

Emirates Team New Zealand will get the welcome it deserves next week after winning the America's Cup.
The parade, to be held in Auckland central, is confirmed to take place on Thursday, July 6, with a tentative start time of 1pm.
READ MORE: www.stuff.co.nz...

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3106 days ago

Poll: What do you think of the new All Blacks birth certificate?

Julie Kaio Reporter from Franklin County News

Did you know you can declare your newborn an ABs fan forever with a new decorative birth certificate?
We reckon it's a pretty cool idea - what are you thoughts?
www.stuff.co.nz...

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What do you think of the new All Blacks birth certificate?
  • 37.5% Love it
    37.5% Complete
  • 62.5% Hate it
    62.5% Complete
8 votes
3106 days ago

Korowai on display

Reporter Franklin County News

Te Whariki o Te Ao currently has a display of their korowai at the Pukekohe Library, Franklin: The Centre. The display will close this Friday, head on down and make sure you don't miss it.

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3106 days ago

Pokeno man to voyage to summit of Mt Kilimanjaro for mental health charity

Ruwade Bryant Reporter from Franklin County News

Our neighbour Paul is set to voyage to Africa to raise awareness for mental health.

Good Luck Paul!

Read more: www.stuff.co.nz...

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3107 days ago

Netball update

Reporter Franklin County News

Despite the wet weekend weather, Maramarua took to the court to face Tuakau in premier gold netball action at the Pukekohe Netball Centre. Maramarua were far too clinical for Tuakau collecting a 68-29 win.

3107 days ago

From the editor

Julie Kaio Reporter from Franklin County News

Team New Zealand - take a bow! We are so proud of you.
Those early mornings cheering to the TV have been well worth it - I apologise to my neighbours for the noise this morning - we're an enthusiastic bunch of yachting fans in the Kaio household. Who else got up at 5am to cheer on the Kiwis?… View more
Team New Zealand - take a bow! We are so proud of you.
Those early mornings cheering to the TV have been well worth it - I apologise to my neighbours for the noise this morning - we're an enthusiastic bunch of yachting fans in the Kaio household. Who else got up at 5am to cheer on the Kiwis? And how are you celebrating? I'm wearing my red socks to work with pride today - are you?

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3107 days ago

Tough finals equation for Pukekohe in race to reach McNamara Cup semi-finals

Julie Kaio Reporter from Franklin County News

Pukekohe kept alive their slim semifinal hopes in the Counties Manukau premier club rugby McNamara Cup competition with a convincing 40-0 win over Te Kauwhata.
The fifth-placed Pukekohe have been in must-win mode for the past month and so far have done all that has been asked of them in their … View more
Pukekohe kept alive their slim semifinal hopes in the Counties Manukau premier club rugby McNamara Cup competition with a convincing 40-0 win over Te Kauwhata.
The fifth-placed Pukekohe have been in must-win mode for the past month and so far have done all that has been asked of them in their ...

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3107 days ago

Ride of the Legends 2017 cycle tour to help fundraise for Conductive Education

Julie Kaio Reporter from Franklin County News

The All Blacks and British Lions rugby rivalry will take to the bike for charity, with four Franklin residents joining in on the ride.
From July 2-7, Franklin residents Grange Leaman, Tanya Leaman, Rich Horwood, and Adam Harper will be a part of the Ride of the Legends 2017 cycle tour, … View more
The All Blacks and British Lions rugby rivalry will take to the bike for charity, with four Franklin residents joining in on the ride.
From July 2-7, Franklin residents Grange Leaman, Tanya Leaman, Rich Horwood, and Adam Harper will be a part of the Ride of the Legends 2017 cycle tour, helping...

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