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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.

3126 days ago

Match-a-ride with the Smart Travel App

Communications Team from Auckland Transport

Give carpooling a go. Download the Smart Travel App and Match-a-ride with people going your way. Info here: auckland.smarttravel.org.nz...

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3126 days ago

Poll: Easter trading

Julie Kaio Reporter from Franklin County News

Feedback on Auckland Council’s options on Easter Sunday trading rules closes on Sunday 11 June. The council wants Aucklanders to share their views on whether or not to allow more shops to open on Easter Sunday. What do you reckon?

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Easter trading
  • 64.3% No - shops should be shut Easter Sunday
    64.3% Complete
  • 35.7% It's time for a change - let the shops open
    35.7% Complete
14 votes
3126 days ago

Tuakau recycling centre on hold

Reporter Franklin County News

Hi neighbours,

Waikato District Council has announced a new weekly recycling and refuse kerbside collection for Pukekawa and some parts of Onewhero.

However, the search for a recycling drop off centre site in Tuakau has been put on hold.

Is there still a need for a recycling drop off … View more
Hi neighbours,

Waikato District Council has announced a new weekly recycling and refuse kerbside collection for Pukekawa and some parts of Onewhero.

However, the search for a recycling drop off centre site in Tuakau has been put on hold.

Is there still a need for a recycling drop off centre in Tuakau? What do you think about current refuse services in North Waikato? Let us know below.

ADD NFP (Not for publication) if you don't want your comment used.

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3126 days ago

Where's the best place for a sweet treat in your neighbourhood?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

You might have noticed Neighbourly has been celebrating its third birthday this month! We’re big fans of celebrations - especially when they involve cupcakes. Or giveaways!

Comment below and tell us the best place in your neighbourhood to get a sweet treat, and we’ll shout one lucky … View more
You might have noticed Neighbourly has been celebrating its third birthday this month! We’re big fans of celebrations - especially when they involve cupcakes. Or giveaways!

Comment below and tell us the best place in your neighbourhood to get a sweet treat, and we’ll shout one lucky Neighbourly member a $50 birthday Prezzy® card!

*T&Cs apply.

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3126 days ago

Manurewa Seniors' Scholarships

Lucy Prior from Age Concern Counties Manukau Inc

Applications are now open for the Manurewa Seniors' Scholarships. For more details and to apply click the link below.

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3127 days ago

It's open season for Pukekohe Netball Centre

Julie Kaio Reporter from Franklin County News

It's open season for Pukekohe Netball Centre, which will kick off on Saturday. 
This year 1460 netballers will step onto the court each weekend, in a bid to be named the top of their grade. 
A total of 18 teams made the cut for Premier Bronze, Silver, and Gold, with six in each grade. … View more
It's open season for Pukekohe Netball Centre, which will kick off on Saturday. 
This year 1460 netballers will step onto the court each weekend, in a bid to be named the top of their grade. 
A total of 18 teams made the cut for Premier Bronze, Silver, and Gold, with six in each grade. The ...

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3127 days ago

Franklin woman Rebecca Parkinson makes the final cut for Miss Universe NZ competition

Julie Kaio Reporter from Franklin County News

Glenbrook's Rebecca Parkinson is in the running to be the next  Miss Universe New Zealand. 
The University of Auckland student was one of 200 other women in New Zealand who registered to be a part of the 2017 Miss Universe New Zealand competition.
Parkinson, 20,  who studies a Bachelor… View more
Glenbrook's Rebecca Parkinson is in the running to be the next  Miss Universe New Zealand. 
The University of Auckland student was one of 200 other women in New Zealand who registered to be a part of the 2017 Miss Universe New Zealand competition.
Parkinson, 20,  who studies a Bachelor of ...

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3128 days ago

Setting a new record

Communications Team from Auckland Transport

We’re on a mission to set a new GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS® title for the Largest human image of a bicycle!

Keep an eye out on our social media channels for live updates from 11am Friday.

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3128 days ago

Have your say: Election signs bylaw

Communications Team from Auckland Transport

AT proposes amending the election signs bylaw to clarify controls around how they are displayed. Give your feedback on the proposed changes by 26 June.

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3129 days ago

Queen's Birthday Honours

Julie Kaio Reporter from Franklin County News

Maurie Mac has been appointed a Member of the New Zealand Order of Merit, for his services to harness racing.

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3132 days ago

Waitomo Petroleum opens 'enviro-conscious' fuel stop at Bombay

Julie Kaio Reporter from Franklin County News

A New Zealand-owned and operated petroleum company is taking a big leap forward by installing modern technology into its new fuel stop on the Bombay Hills.
Waitomo has installed its  first vapour recovery system at its Bombay station, which opened May 29, that allows petrol vapour to … View more
A New Zealand-owned and operated petroleum company is taking a big leap forward by installing modern technology into its new fuel stop on the Bombay Hills.
Waitomo has installed its  first vapour recovery system at its Bombay station, which opened May 29, that allows petrol vapour to ...

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3131 days ago

NZMA Community Open Day Hamilton, 10th June

NZMA

NZMA are hosting two open days on the 10th June! If you are around next Saturday, this is the perfect time to bring along family and friends and experience this amazing day. On the day you can expect fun entertainment, cultural groups, FREE sausage sizzle, and even a bouncy castle!

On top of … View more
NZMA are hosting two open days on the 10th June! If you are around next Saturday, this is the perfect time to bring along family and friends and experience this amazing day. On the day you can expect fun entertainment, cultural groups, FREE sausage sizzle, and even a bouncy castle!

On top of that, we’ve got some really fun activities where you get the opportunity to apply hands on skills in the areas of: Cookery, Hospitality, Contact Centre, Business, Retail and Early Childhood Education. If you enjoy these activities and decide to grow your skills further, then you can even enroll on the day!

To find out more about this Open Day, visit our website, we can’t wait to see you there!
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