Awhitu - Pollok, Awhitu

2408 days ago

Who went to the Steel 'n' Wheels Festival?

Briar Hubbard Reporter from Franklin County News

Hey Neighbours,
Who went to the Steel 'n' Wheels Festival?
What did you think?
What was your favourite exhibition or vehicle?

2408 days ago

Three leading chefs and their gardens

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Some of the ingredients for the amazing food you eat at their restaurants are grown right here in your neighbourhood.

2408 days ago

Poll: Is it fair for petrol prices to vary according to where you live?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

An internal email from BP's head office has exposed the petrol industry's pricing behaviour. It revealed a novel tactical plan: raise prices in the Levin, Kāpiti and Paraparaumu areas, and hope that its major rivals responded by doing the same. To find out more, click here.

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Is it fair for petrol prices to vary according to where you live?
  • 19.4% Yes, that's fair
    19.4% Complete
  • 80.6% No, it's not
    80.6% Complete
1830 votes
2409 days ago

Get your party started with a Party Bus or Limo!

AA Coaches

Our chauffeur-driven Limo is perfect for corporates and weddings! We take the hassle out of transport for weddings, concerts, sporting events, fun nights on the town and special celebrations. It's more fun with your own chauffeur-driven Limo!

We also cater for small businesses and large … View more
Our chauffeur-driven Limo is perfect for corporates and weddings! We take the hassle out of transport for weddings, concerts, sporting events, fun nights on the town and special celebrations. It's more fun with your own chauffeur-driven Limo!

We also cater for small businesses and large corporate groups, with a choice of either a 16 or 22 seater Party Bus. Our Party Buses offer a whole lot of breathing space with a high ceiling and galley-style seating offering lots of leg room.

Call AA Coaches on 0800 4 AA COACHES (0800 422 262) for your next party event
Check out our Party Buses!

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2411 days ago

Upcycling Award finalists *VOTES ARE OPEN!*

Resene

We need your help! The calibre of entries for this years Resene Upcycling Awards has blown us away. We need YOU to vote for your favourite in BOTH categories.

Vote for your favourite Redecorated item here.
Vote for your favourite Repurposed item here.

To find out more about each item, you … View more
We need your help! The calibre of entries for this years Resene Upcycling Awards has blown us away. We need YOU to vote for your favourite in BOTH categories.

Vote for your favourite Redecorated item here.
Vote for your favourite Repurposed item here.

To find out more about each item, you can find out more about each entry here. If you entered and didn't make the cut, don't worry! There are still spot prizes and other special category winners that are yet to be announced.
Cast your votes!

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2411 days ago

Prepare for further bad weather this weekend

Communications Team from Auckland Council

Auckland Emergency Management is keeping in touch with MetService as the current forecast brings heavy rain and wind this weekend.

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2411 days ago

Pukekohe remembers those who served their country with Anzac Day parade

Julie Kaio Reporter from Franklin County News

The people of Pukekohe gathered together on Anzac Day to remember those who have served their country during conflict.

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2411 days ago

Poll: It's time to vote! *Resene Repurposed*

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The competition is tough for this years Resene Upcycling Awards! We've narrowed it down 5 finalists for the Repurposed Category.. now it's over to YOU! Take a look at the before and after images below or check out the finalist piece description details here and vote for your favourite … View moreThe competition is tough for this years Resene Upcycling Awards! We've narrowed it down 5 finalists for the Repurposed Category.. now it's over to YOU! Take a look at the before and after images below or check out the finalist piece description details here and vote for your favourite recycled masterpiece!

(Make sure to vote for your favorite Resene Redecorated category entry too!)

It's time to vote! *Resene Repurposed*
  • 25% 1. WAS: Piano .. NOW: Cocktail bar (Mel Gibson from Spencerville)
    25% Complete
  • 13.7% 2. WAS: Wooden pallet .. NOW: Fence (Craig Keen from Northland)
    13.7% Complete
  • 10.9% 3. WAS packing crate .. NOW: Coffin (Paul Rawlinson from Levin)
    10.9% Complete
  • 8.4% 4. WAS Door shutters .. NOW: Side Table (Joy Brady from Birkdale)
    8.4% Complete
  • 42% 5. WAS Deck .. NOW: Playground (Anna D'Shea from Pinehaven)
    42% Complete
1778 votes
2411 days ago

Meet our new reporter, James Baker

Julie Kaio Reporter from Franklin County News

Coming from Whanganui I wasn't used to the big smoke. So when my y partner and I moved to Auckland for her career it was quite a shift. Although Auckland has much to offer I could never get used to the traffic jams and the big city living. That is why I'm stoked to be working here in … View moreComing from Whanganui I wasn't used to the big smoke. So when my y partner and I moved to Auckland for her career it was quite a shift. Although Auckland has much to offer I could never get used to the traffic jams and the big city living. That is why I'm stoked to be working here in Pukekohe.
I spent much of my 20s moving from job-to-job. I worked as a Defense Force engineer, a bird shooter and a truck driver before completing my Diploma of Journalism at Whitireia polytechnic in 2016.
I met my partner while traveling through Cambodia. During our time together I raved about how beautiful New Zealand. I'm looking forward to getting to know the local communities and tell their stories.
James :)

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2411 days ago

Poll: It's time to vote! *Resene Redecorated*

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We've been blown away with the entries for this years Resene Upcycling Awards! It wasn't easy to pick these 5 finalists.. now it's over to YOU! Take a look at the before and after images below or check out the finalist piece description details here and vote for your favourite Resene… View moreWe've been blown away with the entries for this years Resene Upcycling Awards! It wasn't easy to pick these 5 finalists.. now it's over to YOU! Take a look at the before and after images below or check out the finalist piece description details here and vote for your favourite Resene Redecorated masterpiece!

(Make sure to vote for your favorite Resene Repurposed category entry too!)

It's time to vote! *Resene Redecorated*
  • 8.2% 1. Recycled Caravan - (Kayleen Martin from Orewa)
    8.2% Complete
  • 17.4% 2. Recycled Drawers - (Serena Roxburgh from Mount Roskill)
    17.4% Complete
  • 9.5% 3. Recycled Table - (Lynda Price from Raumati Beach)
    9.5% Complete
  • 17.6% 4. Recycled Chair - (Jess Robertshaw from Beckenham)
    17.6% Complete
  • 47.3% 5. Recycled Piano - (Karen Malanaphy from Thames)
    47.3% Complete
1966 votes
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2411 days ago

Day care service

Shailina from Waiuku

If you have a child under 5 or know someone who is looking for a home like environment for their child, we are enrolling now! Offer for limited time only!

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2412 days ago

How do you feel about the major Auckland transport announcement?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hey Aucklanders,
Are you ready for the $28 billion heading your way? The Government and Auckland Council have unveiled a 10-year funding package to solve Auckland's transport woes. Let's hear your thoughts! Where do you think the money should go? To read more, click here.

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