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Each week 31 Franklin women don their exercise gear and head to the Pukekohe Town Hall for their weekly cardio.
Pukekohe Fitness League's Nina North has been the instructor of the group since its inception, 30 years ago.
She blasts the stereo with hits like Sugababes' Hole in the… View moreEach week 31 Franklin women don their exercise gear and head to the Pukekohe Town Hall for their weekly cardio.
Pukekohe Fitness League's Nina North has been the instructor of the group since its inception, 30 years ago.
She blasts the stereo with hits like Sugababes' Hole in the Head and ...
Bombay stayed a point off the championship lead in Counties Manukau club rugby's McNamara Cup on the weekend with a hard-fought 14-3 win over fellow top four side Karaka.
The result reverses the first round fixture, which saw Karaka triumph.
"The conditions were pretty terrible. At … View moreBombay stayed a point off the championship lead in Counties Manukau club rugby's McNamara Cup on the weekend with a hard-fought 14-3 win over fellow top four side Karaka.
The result reverses the first round fixture, which saw Karaka triumph.
"The conditions were pretty terrible. At one stage in...
A man was left lying undiscovered for several hours after being hit by a harvester in a workplace ac…
We're looking for women who go beyond their formal roles and make a difference in the lives of everyday New Zealanders – this maybe someone you work with, live with, or even yourself.
With limited time until nominations close, don't miss out on your chance to nominate yourself or a … View moreWe're looking for women who go beyond their formal roles and make a difference in the lives of everyday New Zealanders – this maybe someone you work with, live with, or even yourself.
With limited time until nominations close, don't miss out on your chance to nominate yourself or a deserving women you know by midnight, Sunday 28 May. Make your nomination now. Visit womenofinfluence.co.nz for more information.
Tonight, one of our very own, reporter Ruwade Bryant, will attend the prestigious 2017 Canon Media Awards in Auckland.
Ruwade, who has been with Franklin County News and the Fairfax NZ family since January, is a finalist in the Student Journalist of the Year category, for his work on Fairfax’s … View moreTonight, one of our very own, reporter Ruwade Bryant, will attend the prestigious 2017 Canon Media Awards in Auckland.
Ruwade, who has been with Franklin County News and the Fairfax NZ family since January, is a finalist in the Student Journalist of the Year category, for his work on Fairfax’s Sunday Star Times and stuff.co.nz during his internship in 2016.
The Canon awards are New Zealand’s most prestigious media awards - showcasing and acknowledging the best of the country’s journalists, photographers, newspapers, magazines and websites - so to be nominated is a huge achievement.
Journalists from throughout the country aspire to be on the finalists’ list, so Ruwade has done remarkably well.
The Franklin County News team is extremely proud of Ruwade and wish him the best of luck for tonight's awards ceremony.
Julie :)
One lucky person from Franklin, south of Auckland, is now $1 million richer after winning Lotto's First Division on Wednesday.
The winning ticket was sold on MyLotto.
Powerball was not struck on Wednesday and has rolled over to Saturday night, where the jackpot will be $22 million.
… View moreOne lucky person from Franklin, south of Auckland, is now $1 million richer after winning Lotto's First Division on Wednesday.
The winning ticket was sold on MyLotto.
Powerball was not struck on Wednesday and has rolled over to Saturday night, where the jackpot will be $22 million.
Strike ...
Hey Neighbours,
We have two double passes to give away to Bach & Beethoven on June 11 at the Auckland Town Hall.
To go into the draw to win, email briar.hubbard@fairfaxmedia.co.nz with the subject line 'Bach & Beethoven' by 5pm Monday May 22.
By 2030 there will be 2 Million people living in Auckland. Find out how AT is planning for this future.
Hi, We just wanted to say thank you so much Franklin for the support on Mothers Day for the Heart Foundation Fun Run we held at Bledisloe Park on Sunday! We had over 400 participants this year! The weather was fantastic and we hope everyone had a great time. This really helps to raise awareness for… View moreHi, We just wanted to say thank you so much Franklin for the support on Mothers Day for the Heart Foundation Fun Run we held at Bledisloe Park on Sunday! We had over 400 participants this year! The weather was fantastic and we hope everyone had a great time. This really helps to raise awareness for Heart Disease in Women which is the single biggest killer in NZ.
Two of Counties rugby's favourite sons, Tim Nanai-Williams and Baden Kerr, are returning this season…
Some urgent repair work is needed on the rail line between Papakura and Pukeohe.
The recent wet weather saw two slips on the line near Paerata, 5 April and last week 12 May, so KiwiRail needs to come in urgently and do some work.
Auckland Transport has agreed to replace trains with buses … View moreSome urgent repair work is needed on the rail line between Papakura and Pukeohe.
The recent wet weather saw two slips on the line near Paerata, 5 April and last week 12 May, so KiwiRail needs to come in urgently and do some work.
Auckland Transport has agreed to replace trains with buses this Saturday and Sunday, 20/21 May, so work can be done.
KiwiRail have had a geotechnical specialist on site and they’ll be working to prevent any further slips.
For details on replacement bus services this weekend go to: at.govt.nz...
I do hope all the mums in our district had a fabulous Mother’s Day on Sunday.
As a mum of two, I so very much enjoy Mother’s Day more than Father’s Day!
I was well spoilt - brekkie in bed, lunch with my eldest daughter (the younger was busy at a friend’s birthday), then a delicious … View moreI do hope all the mums in our district had a fabulous Mother’s Day on Sunday.
As a mum of two, I so very much enjoy Mother’s Day more than Father’s Day!
I was well spoilt - brekkie in bed, lunch with my eldest daughter (the younger was busy at a friend’s birthday), then a delicious family dinner where we dined on roast pork, lamb and all the trimmings, followed by sweet treats from The Cheesecake Shop. Yum.
Since having my girls (and that’s a few years ago now), I have developed a new appreciation for just how awesome mums are - and I’m so grateful to mine for being not only a role model, but a very close friend.
Mother’s Day might only come around once a year - but I reckon we should show our mums just how much we adore them, and are thankful for all they do - every day. I know I’d appreciate it.
Julie
The top four sides have pulled clear at the top of the Premier 1 standings after a decisive start to second round Counties Manukau club rugby action.
Ardmore-Marist bounced back after three successive losses to beat Manurewa 43-19 and scored six tries to three in the process.
"It was big.… View moreThe top four sides have pulled clear at the top of the Premier 1 standings after a decisive start to second round Counties Manukau club rugby action.
Ardmore-Marist bounced back after three successive losses to beat Manurewa 43-19 and scored six tries to three in the process.
"It was big. No-one...
For the past nine years, Donna Miller has helped the Franklin community to find silver linings.
Miller has been part of Franklin Silver Lining Trust since it started in 2008, and in March this year she stepped down from the trust.
The trust is a non profit organisation providing special … View moreFor the past nine years, Donna Miller has helped the Franklin community to find silver linings.
Miller has been part of Franklin Silver Lining Trust since it started in 2008, and in March this year she stepped down from the trust.
The trust is a non profit organisation providing special ...
Counties Manukau Rugby Union's new chief executive officer has been named after a three-month search.
Bart Hoggard officially started his new role this week as chief executive officer of the Counties Manukau Rugby Union.
Hoggard joins the union directly from the United Arab Emirates … View moreCounties Manukau Rugby Union's new chief executive officer has been named after a three-month search.
Bart Hoggard officially started his new role this week as chief executive officer of the Counties Manukau Rugby Union.
Hoggard joins the union directly from the United Arab Emirates where he ...
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