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Rachel Delaney will be a good friend to have if disaster strikes. She has a big emergency kit, updates it regularly and is totally prepared for an emergency.
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Do you have an emergency kit? Did last week's earthquake prompt you get organised, should a disaster come your … View moreRachel Delaney will be a good friend to have if disaster strikes. She has a big emergency kit, updates it regularly and is totally prepared for an emergency.
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Do you have an emergency kit? Did last week's earthquake prompt you get organised, should a disaster come your way? Let us know, and remember to post NFP if you don't want your comments included in a story. Thanks!
Since the 1980s, the proportion of children being dropped off in a car has doubled to nearly 55 per cent. With it has come worsened air pollution, greater congestion, and increased danger as more kids are involved in road accidents. Worse, it has undermined our community cohesion: Schools can and … View moreSince the 1980s, the proportion of children being dropped off in a car has doubled to nearly 55 per cent. With it has come worsened air pollution, greater congestion, and increased danger as more kids are involved in road accidents. Worse, it has undermined our community cohesion: Schools can and should be the hearts of our communities
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We're backing schools to set up walking buses and other solutions, with parents and volunteers helping local kids get to class safely.
We wrote to the nation's mayors pleading with them to lower speed limits outside schools, and many have come back to us with expressions of support. We talked to well-known New Zealanders with school-aged kids, and they united behind the campaign.
You can get involved too. We know people are busy, so the Sunday Star-Times and Neighbourly are encouraging families to choose one day a week when they and their kids walk, scoot, cycle - even ride a horse if that's what works for you!
I've chosen Mondays as the days I'll cycle to school with my 6-year-old son. And Neighbourly has set up a special pledge page, where you can choose a day when you will try to Foot It with your kids, talk with others doing the same - and go into the draw to win one of 50 Micro scooters. www.neighbourly.co.nz...
Has your home been damaged by the recent earthquakes? Click here to make a claim with EQC.
It's that time of year again! Are you one of those organised people who has already sorted your Christmas shopping, or do you leave it right until Christmas Eve? And where do you shop?
Construction is well and truly underway on your new home…Yay! But then you realise your home isn’t perfectly positioned for the sun. OH NO!
Avoid ‘OH NO’ moments...get along to a New Home Builders Info Session with Jennian. From establishing a true building budget to planning an energy … View moreConstruction is well and truly underway on your new home…Yay! But then you realise your home isn’t perfectly positioned for the sun. OH NO!
Avoid ‘OH NO’ moments...get along to a New Home Builders Info Session with Jennian. From establishing a true building budget to planning an energy efficient home, it’s all covered in the New Home Builders Info Sessions being held by us, your local Jennian Homes team.
Hey neighbours, we hope you are OK after last night! Was there any damage in your patch?
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Hi there Neighbours - nominations for our People of the Year awards close Friday; please take the time to nominate - there are so many in our community who deserve recognition. Fill out the nomination form and email to julie.kaio@fairfaxmedia, or drop off to our office at 217 King St, Pukekohe. … View moreHi there Neighbours - nominations for our People of the Year awards close Friday; please take the time to nominate - there are so many in our community who deserve recognition. Fill out the nomination form and email to julie.kaio@fairfaxmedia, or drop off to our office at 217 King St, Pukekohe. Categories are Community Worker of the Year, Employee of the Year, Lifetime Achievement Award, Sports Personality of the Year, Mentor/Leader of the Year, Inspiration Award, Junior Achiever of the Year, and Act of Kindness. Nominations can be anonymous. Thanks!
With a registered AT HOP card, children aged 5-15 years pay 99 cents for bus and train travel on weekends and public holidays.
Make up to five bus or train trips over a four hour period with up to 30 minutes between each trip. Excludes SkyBus services.
Terms of use and registered prospectus for … View moreWith a registered AT HOP card, children aged 5-15 years pay 99 cents for bus and train travel on weekends and public holidays.
Make up to five bus or train trips over a four hour period with up to 30 minutes between each trip. Excludes SkyBus services.
Terms of use and registered prospectus for the AT HOP cards are available at AT.govt.nz/athop or at the AT Customer Service Centre, Britomart. The obligations of Auckland Transport under the AT HOP cards are unsecured.
The Cancer Society is inviting Franklin residents to join them in Pukekohe this Wednesday - for some free tips about coping with cancer.
Presented by Cancer Society’s psychology and nursing teams, the session has
been designed for adults with cancer and their supporters. It will provide … View moreThe Cancer Society is inviting Franklin residents to join them in Pukekohe this Wednesday - for some free tips about coping with cancer.
Presented by Cancer Society’s psychology and nursing teams, the session has
been designed for adults with cancer and their supporters. It will provide insights and
tips on managing stress, the importance of sleep and relaxation, managing the side
effects of cancer treatment and getting the help you need.
Coping with Cancer:
WHEN? Wednesday November 16 from 10am to 11.30am
WHERE? Franklin: The Centre,. Douglas Wright room, 10 Massey Avenue, Pukekohe.
Selected New World, PAK’nSAVE and Four Square stores across Auckland will now be stocking prepay blue AT HOP cards. Terms and registered prospectus: AT.govt.nz/athop. The obligations of Auckland Transport under the AT HOP cards are unsecured.
This morning's earthquake may have unsettled a few things including power lines. If you see a downed power line please stay away!
Call us immediately on 0800 800 935. In an emergency call 111.
Get inspired with the new The Range 2018 fashion fandeck from Resene, full of the latest on trend paint colours, popular neutrals and complementary colour ideas. To help you get started, get a FREE Resene testpot. Simply bring in a copy of this post to your local Resene owned ColorShop (print it … View moreGet inspired with the new The Range 2018 fashion fandeck from Resene, full of the latest on trend paint colours, popular neutrals and complementary colour ideas. To help you get started, get a FREE Resene testpot. Simply bring in a copy of this post to your local Resene owned ColorShop (print it off or show it on your phone!) and we’ll give you your choice of The Range 2018 testpot colour 60ml FREE! Offer valid until 30 November 2016.
With another silly season on the horizon, we have created a specialist online magazine to help you plan for a great Christmas 2016. This guide comes out in time for you to get some great deals online, find out what is going to be popular gifting this year and to better prepare the usual fare … View moreWith another silly season on the horizon, we have created a specialist online magazine to help you plan for a great Christmas 2016. This guide comes out in time for you to get some great deals online, find out what is going to be popular gifting this year and to better prepare the usual fare including food, drink and decorations.
Ezine features:
* What’s hot for him, her, boys and girls
* Christmas food and drink
* Decorating your tree and home for Christmas
* How to shop online for Christmas
* The weirdest things you can buy online as a Christmas present
This International study is investigating the treatment of asthma and is being run through Waikato Hospital.
The purpose of this study is to test the theory that asthma control can be achieved, or even improved, by taking your inhalers when you need them rather than taking them regularly, … View moreThis International study is investigating the treatment of asthma and is being run through Waikato Hospital.
The purpose of this study is to test the theory that asthma control can be achieved, or even improved, by taking your inhalers when you need them rather than taking them regularly, regardless of asthma symptoms.
This study will run for 12 months and involve 7 visits. Most visits will take less than an hour, although the first visit may take slightly longer.
You will need to be:
•18 – 75 years
•Diagnosed with Asthma
•Using a reliever (eg: blue Inhaler like Ventolin)
Participants will receive study related medication free of charge and be reimbursed for reasonable travel costs for each study visit.
To find out more please contact:
Dr Hollie Ellis - hollie.ellis@waikatodhb.health.nz
Chris Tuffery - christine.tuffery@waikatodhb.health.nz
The study has been approved by the Northern B Ethics Committee (ref. 15/NTB/96)
Pukekohe kid Jude Holtzhauzen has been picked to feature on Weet-Bix boxes this summer! That got the staff here talking about how we like our Weet-Bix! I love mine crushed up in a bowl with very cold milk; news director Jules and reporter John like theirs with hot milk so it's all soggy (ew) … View morePukekohe kid Jude Holtzhauzen has been picked to feature on Weet-Bix boxes this summer! That got the staff here talking about how we like our Weet-Bix! I love mine crushed up in a bowl with very cold milk; news director Jules and reporter John like theirs with hot milk so it's all soggy (ew) and brown sugar; and reporter Alice likes hers sliced up with butter. How do you like your Weet-Bix? Are you team hot or cold?
- Nats
Check out Jude's story here: www.stuff.co.nz...
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