Kingseat, Pukekohe

It is beginning to look a lot like Christmas!

It is beginning to look a lot like Christmas!

Do you have any festive tips your community needs to know about? Post them here!

2706 days ago

We know cars so you don't have to

AA Motoring

AA Motoring Auto Centre is now open at 119 Manuaku Road!

- All makes and models including European
- Fixed-price vehicle servicing from $159
- Mechanical repairs
- Vehicle inspections
- Suspension, clutches, cambelts
- Battery charge, loan or replacement
- Diagnostic engine & component… View more
AA Motoring Auto Centre is now open at 119 Manuaku Road!

- All makes and models including European
- Fixed-price vehicle servicing from $159
- Mechanical repairs
- Vehicle inspections
- Suspension, clutches, cambelts
- Battery charge, loan or replacement
- Diagnostic engine & component scans
- Brake inspections and repairs
- We can reset service lights
- If it's car stuff, we can do it!

Give us a call on 09 238 6566 and check out our website for more information.
Find out more!

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2707 days ago

Local board’s advocacy secures vital investment

Communications Team from Auckland Council

Following the feedback on Franklin Local Board’s priorities for the upcoming financial year and the consultation on the Regional Land Transport plan, Franklin’s communities highlighted transport, environmental issues and initiatives that empower residents as their priorities.

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2707 days ago

An unlikely friendship

Emelyn McHardy Reporter from Franklin County News

Hey Neighbours,
It's finally Fri-Yay!

If you're counting down the hours to clock out of work or school, check out this heart-warming read to help you get through your day.

This unlikely friendship of man and duck blossomed in Ongarue and for Pete the duck, it was love at first … View more
Hey Neighbours,
It's finally Fri-Yay!

If you're counting down the hours to clock out of work or school, check out this heart-warming read to help you get through your day.

This unlikely friendship of man and duck blossomed in Ongarue and for Pete the duck, it was love at first quack.

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2708 days ago

Do you flush nappies and wet wipes?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi Auckland,

Put down the oil, wet wipes and nappies, because your city has 'fatbergs' on it's hands! Auckland's sewerage system is choking on 'fatbergs' - which are large, smelly solid masses that cause blockages in the wastewater system. Watercare spends about $1 … View more
Hi Auckland,

Put down the oil, wet wipes and nappies, because your city has 'fatbergs' on it's hands! Auckland's sewerage system is choking on 'fatbergs' - which are large, smelly solid masses that cause blockages in the wastewater system. Watercare spends about $1 million to remove them each year.

What are your thoughts on this? Do you know what can and can't be flushed, or tipped down the sink? How do you think this smelly problem could be resolved? Let us know in the replies!

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2707 days ago

What does Tiaki mean to you?

Nicole Stanton from

9 South Auckland Secondary Schools have been innovating to local environmental issues we face every day. Simply, because they believe Tiaki is about being a guardian of the environment!

Come and watch each school present their innovations to the public at the FREE Tiaki Green Careers Expo on … View more
9 South Auckland Secondary Schools have been innovating to local environmental issues we face every day. Simply, because they believe Tiaki is about being a guardian of the environment!

Come and watch each school present their innovations to the public at the FREE Tiaki Green Careers Expo on Friday 10 August 2018 at the Vodafone Events Centre in Manukau.

Interested in a green career? The Tiaki Expo will also host tertiary providers, presentations and environmental and STEM industry organisations, each with hands-on activities and information about green careers.

If your school or group is able to fill a bus, we will cover the costs for return transport. Email me at Nicole.stanton@mbct.org.nz

See you there!

Nicole Stanton
Manukau Beautification Charitable Trust
Find out more!

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2708 days ago

Poll: Should te reo Māori be compulsory in schools?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

There has been an ongoing discussion amongst political leaders (and Neighbourly members) around whether te reo should be compulsory in schools across New Zealand. It comes after news that the number of people in New Zealand able to speak te reo Māori is declining. What do you think? Should it be … View moreThere has been an ongoing discussion amongst political leaders (and Neighbourly members) around whether te reo should be compulsory in schools across New Zealand. It comes after news that the number of people in New Zealand able to speak te reo Māori is declining. What do you think? Should it be made compulsory? Do you think this will help retain the language?

Neighbourly's own Sarah Moore has started studying te reo Māori follow her journey here.

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Should te reo Māori be compulsory in schools?
  • 34.3% Yes, I agree
    34.3% Complete
  • 56.5% No, I disagree
    56.5% Complete
  • 9.2% I don't mind either way
    9.2% Complete
8762 votes
2714 days ago

Urgent Hair models please

Alice from Pukekohe

Morning
My sister is training in hairdressing and is in urgent need of hair models
She needs one today at 10am
Feel free to pm me for details
$40 for all over colour had mine done this week and love it
At Common Thread in Pukekohe
Tracey Anderson

2708 days ago

Poll: To change or not to change?

Emelyn McHardy Reporter from Franklin County News

Hey Neighbours,
How do you feel about your name?
Do you like it?
Do you hate it?
Do you want to change it?

One woman had her younger years tainted by the fact that she shared her name with five others in her class, so she changed it as soon as possible.

Now her daughter Esmee is about to … View more
Hey Neighbours,
How do you feel about your name?
Do you like it?
Do you hate it?
Do you want to change it?

One woman had her younger years tainted by the fact that she shared her name with five others in her class, so she changed it as soon as possible.

Now her daughter Esmee is about to start full-time education but will be sharing her name with two others in her class.

Horrified by this the mother posted to an anonymous parenting site if it would be unreasonable to change her daughter's name.

What do you think?
Has anyone in Franklin had a similar name situation?
What did you do about it?

Please put NFP if you don't want your comment printed.

Read more about the name situation: www.stuff.co.nz...

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To change or not to change?
  • 33.3% Who cares? It's just a name.
    33.3% Complete
  • 8.3% Her daughter, her decision.
    8.3% Complete
  • 0% Of course I would change her name.
    0% Complete
  • 58.3% She's daft if she does that.
    58.3% Complete
12 votes
2708 days ago

Minister's balancing act

The Team from ACC New Zealand

ACC Minister Hon. Iain Lees-Galloway recently swapped his suit for shorts and a tee to join a ‘Live Stronger for Longer’ strength and balance class. These classes help us as we age to retain lower body and core strength, remaining active to avoid falls.

No-one is bullet proof, falls happen … View more
ACC Minister Hon. Iain Lees-Galloway recently swapped his suit for shorts and a tee to join a ‘Live Stronger for Longer’ strength and balance class. These classes help us as we age to retain lower body and core strength, remaining active to avoid falls.

No-one is bullet proof, falls happen and some can result in broken bones, pain and long healing times and can also make us fearful of falling again. Losing confidence can really affect quality of life.

Live Stronger for Longer strength and balance classes are growing nationwide. Visit www.livestronger.org.nz and join a class near you, you’ll find lots of practical information, advice and resources on how to live an active, healthy and independent life.

Proudly brought to you by ACC, MoH, HQSC and your local community health providers.
Join a class near you

2709 days ago

Poll: Would you pay?

Reporter Franklin County News

Hey guys, in a recent Stuff article Mark Cory-Wright was dumbfounded to receive a one-cent invoice from IRD.

Now the question is, would you pay it back?

READ MORE: www.stuff.co.nz...

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Would you pay?
  • 23.5% Nah it's not worth it.
    23.5% Complete
  • 41.2% I pay back what I owe.
    41.2% Complete
  • 35.3% I'd send them a 10 cent coin and ask for change.
    35.3% Complete
17 votes
2711 days ago

Winter heating hacks

Emelyn McHardy Reporter from Franklin County News

Hey Neighbours,
With the warmer weather still a few months away, it can be tempting to blast the heater or stay in the warm shower a little longer.

However, heating can be expensive, which is why Terry Johnson took heating into his own hands with his DIY solar heat collector.

Because of … View more
Hey Neighbours,
With the warmer weather still a few months away, it can be tempting to blast the heater or stay in the warm shower a little longer.

However, heating can be expensive, which is why Terry Johnson took heating into his own hands with his DIY solar heat collector.

Because of this Johnson and his family were able to heat there home for an estimated $1.50 per year.

Will any Franklin DIY fanatics be attempting this heating life hack?
Or do you have your own tricks for cost-effective heating in the winter?
Let us know in the comments below.

Please put NFP if you don't want your comment to be printed.

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