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Ryman’s Walk in Wednesdays

Ryman’s Walk in Wednesdays

Ryman villages across the country are open every Wednesday in November.

1355 days ago

Last week to have your say

The Team from Auckland Council

This is the year of recovery from COVID-19 and our 10-year budget needs to provide for Auckland’s future while keeping our rates increases low. We want to help the economy recover, support our communities, build water and housing infrastructure, and improve our transport network.

We are keen … View more
This is the year of recovery from COVID-19 and our 10-year budget needs to provide for Auckland’s future while keeping our rates increases low. We want to help the economy recover, support our communities, build water and housing infrastructure, and improve our transport network.

We are keen to hear your feedback on these issues. Have your say before 12pm on 22 March 2021 at akhaveyoursay.nz/recoverybudget.
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1356 days ago

We Say/You Say: A new addition

The Team from Community News

Hi Auckland,

A $452 million 21-storey high-rise building has been unveiled and is to be built above one of Auckland's new railway stations.

Auckland Council has signed over a $40 million, 125-year lease to a Malaysian developer which will see construction take place over the City Rail … View more
Hi Auckland,

A $452 million 21-storey high-rise building has been unveiled and is to be built above one of Auckland's new railway stations.

Auckland Council has signed over a $40 million, 125-year lease to a Malaysian developer which will see construction take place over the City Rail Link's underground Aotea Station set to open in 2024.

The plans include commercial and retail space, 60 apartments and a public plaza. The developer, Malaysian Resources Corporation Berhad (MRCB), will begin construction of the nearly half-billion dollar building after the completion of the station in 2024, and is expected to take about three years.

What do you think about the design?

Let us know in the comments below and don't forget to type NFP if you don't want your comments featured in your community newspaper.

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1357 days ago

SWAN PLANTS TO SELL

beverley-ann from Pukekohe

I have 20 caterpillars 2 plants they are devouring fast. Ill buy or if your have plants and leaves ill happily give you my caterpillars so they dont starve. Just off to buy pumpkin for big ones. you can ph text me on 0272333872 many thanks beverly-ann

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1356 days ago

Postponed International Women's Day rescheduled

Virginia from Pukekohe

Franklin women were not the only ones to be disappointed by the lockdown at the beginning of March, it effected many events.

However all is not lost, even though Franklin was sad not to be able to celebrate International Women’s Day on March 6th, we are rescheduling the event and connecting it … View more
Franklin women were not the only ones to be disappointed by the lockdown at the beginning of March, it effected many events.

However all is not lost, even though Franklin was sad not to be able to celebrate International Women’s Day on March 6th, we are rescheduling the event and connecting it with another milestone in the history of NZ and women’s success. Suffrage Day is Sept 19 and our celebration will be combined with this day but we will celebrate it on Saturday Sept 18th at the Pukekohe Cosmopolitan Club, SO PLEASE SAVE the DATE.

The programme will remain much the same as it was going to be on March 6th . There was so much enthusiasm at the rehearsal the week before the IWD celebration and I know we will have that in buckets full in Sept.

The tickets purchased for IWD will be honoured for September 18th. However if a refund is required please make the request to bpwfranklin.tickets@gmail.com and please provide the bank account number so direct credits can be made. All the people working on this are volunteers so please be patient as there may be some delay in getting the refunds sorted.

We look forward to your continued enthusiasm and support for this event.
Remember to SAVE THE DATE Sept 18th

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1356 days ago

Community Networks Franklin March Community Meeting Wednesday 24th March 2021

Cherie Milne from Community Networks Franklin

All are welcome to come and see what support there is available in the Franklin Community.

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1356 days ago

One year on: teaching online cooking, wine and history and our News

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

We watch captivated by the spectacle of those impressive America's Cup yachts foiling at 40 knots across the Hauraki Gulf, and at the same time, it's hard not to have a salutary reflection on the last 12 months.

Almost to the day, we were celebrating the 25th Anniversary of the New … View more
We watch captivated by the spectacle of those impressive America's Cup yachts foiling at 40 knots across the Hauraki Gulf, and at the same time, it's hard not to have a salutary reflection on the last 12 months.

Almost to the day, we were celebrating the 25th Anniversary of the New Zealand School of Food and Wine with special wine tastings, cooking classes, forage and gastronomic dinner for over 75 guests + our students. Many of our Christchurch team, including Lois, Philippe and Victoria had come up for the weekend. My mother-in-law, June Hay had also joined us from her retirement home in Christchurch. By Sunday 15 March, I was getting pretty nervous about Covid-19 and rather than have June stay in the North Island for a holiday, she returned home the next day. A few days later June's rest home went into lockdown and I counted the 14 days to see if we too had a NZSFW Covid Cluster. Fortunately not! See below some photos as we recalled the 10th Anniversary of the Christchurch Earthquakes.

Read the full story on our latest newsletter.

1357 days ago

Therapists Wanted

Mayette from Waiuku

Beauty Therapist and Massage Therapist wanted for casual/part-time job in Waiuku. Kindly contact 021 506 444 for further information

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1358 days ago

PALM BRANCHES - PLEASE CAN YOU HELP

Jan from Pukekohe

We are looking for about 6 palm tree branches that we can use to make palm crosses for Palm Sunday. We would like these as soon as possible. Is there someone that could help us with this please.
Pukekohe Anglican Church. 0274521366
Many thanks Jan

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1358 days ago

Get decorating and $ave!

Resene

$ave with 25% off Resene premium paints, wood stains, primers, sealers, wallpapers, decorating accessories and cleaning products!

Come in and see us and get all the advice you need for your projects. Whether you need help choosing colours, deciding which products to use, or what prep is … View more
$ave with 25% off Resene premium paints, wood stains, primers, sealers, wallpapers, decorating accessories and cleaning products!

Come in and see us and get all the advice you need for your projects. Whether you need help choosing colours, deciding which products to use, or what prep is required, Resene staff can help you every step of the way.

Resene products are designed and made in NZ and have been since Resene started in Wellington over 75 years ago.

Come in and get inspired to make the most of your home.
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1358 days ago

Join us for Round the Backyard!

Round The Bays

NZ's largest fun run goes virtual! Join us for the first-ever Ports of Auckland Round the Backyard - it’s a way for us all to band together while keeping safe in our own backyards.

You can walk, jog or run your own 8.4km course wherever you want - whether it be in your own backyard, … View more
NZ's largest fun run goes virtual! Join us for the first-ever Ports of Auckland Round the Backyard - it’s a way for us all to band together while keeping safe in our own backyards.

You can walk, jog or run your own 8.4km course wherever you want - whether it be in your own backyard, neighbourhood or a nearby park.

There will be live leaderboards, an interactive course map and participant places in real-time, so you can have healthy rivalry between friends – all via a handy app!

Wanna learn more? Head to our website www.roundthebays.co.nz
Enter now

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1362 days ago

Could the geat Polynesian migration turn kids on to science and tech

Todd Niall Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Hi Neighbours, Like many, Sir Ian Taylor learned only at the age of 68 about the Polynesian migrations across the Pacific Ocean. He hopes a new education website will inspire especially maori and pasifika kids they have innovation in their DNA. Did you know the stories? Read below:

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1358 days ago

Eye on Nature Photo Competition

Lisa Beale from Beautification Trust

Nature photo competition!

Thanks to MIT we have a new Samsung Galaxy Tablet as the prize for one lucky nature lover. Winner announced at the Eye on Nature Whānau Day. Covid alert level permitting, the winner must be at the Whānau Day to collect the prize.

Click Read More for info & to … View more
Nature photo competition!

Thanks to MIT we have a new Samsung Galaxy Tablet as the prize for one lucky nature lover. Winner announced at the Eye on Nature Whānau Day. Covid alert level permitting, the winner must be at the Whānau Day to collect the prize.

Click Read More for info & to enter your best nature pic.

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1358 days ago

Ryman Healthcare charity partner 2021/22

Possum Bourne Retirement Village

Applications are closing soon!

Since 1999, the residents and staff at Ryman Healthcare have raised more than $4 million for charities across New Zealand and Australia.

Supporting fellow pioneers isn’t new. It’s in our DNA. Learn more about becoming our charity partner.

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1359 days ago

The Neighbours Day Aotearoa 2021 event map is now live! 🌻✅

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

To find a public event near you, visit: neighboursday.org.nz/find-an-event

If you have already registered your event and want to make it public, email kiaora@neighboursday.org.nz and they will add it to the map. If you haven't registered yet, tick 'Yes - please list it on the Neighbours … View more
To find a public event near you, visit: neighboursday.org.nz/find-an-event

If you have already registered your event and want to make it public, email kiaora@neighboursday.org.nz and they will add it to the map. If you haven't registered yet, tick 'Yes - please list it on the Neighbours Day website' to have your event included when you sign-up.

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1361 days ago

Lovely Pukekohe Man!

Anna from Pukekohe

The most wonderful thing happened late arvo today.I was shopping with my two children at Countdown South.My daughter had used my eftpos card earlier today and didn't put it back in my wallet after using. After realizing that it wasn't there, (at the counter) I started to dial my husbands… View moreThe most wonderful thing happened late arvo today.I was shopping with my two children at Countdown South.My daughter had used my eftpos card earlier today and didn't put it back in my wallet after using. After realizing that it wasn't there, (at the counter) I started to dial my husbands phone to come and pay immediately, but out the blue a tall man swooped over us and pay waved my groceries for me. Thank you good man...I shall pass on the goodness that you showed us today.

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