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Franklin Writers are running a short story competition. The theme is "Written in the Stars" and it is limited to 300 words. For more details, visit tinyurl.com... or email franklinwriterscomp@gmail.com
Closes 30 June 2023
Check out the list of finalists involved in the Pukekohe Business Excellence Awards and cast a vote for your favourite business! The business that receives the highest number of votes from the public, will take home the coveted People's Choice Award at the upcoming awards evening on Saturday, … View moreCheck out the list of finalists involved in the Pukekohe Business Excellence Awards and cast a vote for your favourite business! The business that receives the highest number of votes from the public, will take home the coveted People's Choice Award at the upcoming awards evening on Saturday, July 22nd.
You may vote for more than one business, however, you can only cast one vote per business.
Click on 'Read More' to find out everything you need to know to get ready for the Orange Heavy Rain Warning and Severe Thunderstorm Watch tomorrow (Tuesday 9 May).
Stay safe Aucklander.
Kia ora neighbours, during Auckland’s worst ever rainfall event, Mayor Wayne Brown and Auckland Council declared a state of emergency “too late” to reassure the public.
The findings of an independent review into Auckland Council’s response to the devastating January floods were released … View moreKia ora neighbours, during Auckland’s worst ever rainfall event, Mayor Wayne Brown and Auckland Council declared a state of emergency “too late” to reassure the public.
The findings of an independent review into Auckland Council’s response to the devastating January floods were released on Wednesday.
Former police commissioner Mike Bush, the head of the independent review panel, presented key findings of the report at a stand-up in Auckland CBD.
What do you think of the findings of the review?
Read the full story at the link below
Mother's Day is coming! Come join us after school to make a lovely Mother's Day card for your awesome mum or caregiver. Then have a tour around the 'Awash With Colour' watercolour painting exhibition in the gallery after!
Watercolours Meet Doodles Mother's Day Card … View moreMother's Day is coming! Come join us after school to make a lovely Mother's Day card for your awesome mum or caregiver. Then have a tour around the 'Awash With Colour' watercolour painting exhibition in the gallery after!
Watercolours Meet Doodles Mother's Day Card Workshop
Thursday 11 May
3:30pm - 4:20pm
For ages 9+
This workshop is FREE, booking is not required. All materials are provided.
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Have you lost someone who has been special to you?
Maybe they have passed away, developed a serious illness or developed a disability that has changed your life style Maybe you have separated, moved to a new area or experienced some other major change in circumstances, or… View moreWe are here to help!
Have you lost someone who has been special to you?
Maybe they have passed away, developed a serious illness or developed a disability that has changed your life style Maybe you have separated, moved to a new area or experienced some other major change in circumstances, or such like that have caused you some grief or anxiety.
We run a 5 week Seasons programme for adults – one evening a week. We will be starting a new group this week and you are most welcome to come along and see if this programme works for you. There will be two facilitators and a small group of around five or six people discussing the various topics relating to these significant changes, while learning some strategies that may help you.
Registration is essential.
Please phone or Jan on 027 452 1366 or email pukekohecommunityaction@xtra.co.nz
As it's Mother's Day next weekend, are you looking for a gift for your mother. Pop into the Pukekohe IHC Op Shop and have a look at our half price Bric a Brac - you may find that special present.
Real flavour begins on our family farms, where we take a wholesome approach to farming and allow the goodness of the land to do its work.
With a mild climate and ample space our farms are ideally suited to natural farming methods, the highest standards of animal welfare and sustainable … View moreReal flavour begins on our family farms, where we take a wholesome approach to farming and allow the goodness of the land to do its work.
With a mild climate and ample space our farms are ideally suited to natural farming methods, the highest standards of animal welfare and sustainable environmental care. We produce world class grass fed red meat with a flavourful taste and tender eating quality.
Produce of Alliance, New Zealand’s only 100% farmer-owned red meat co-operative.
Come and visit the shop - all Bric a Brac will be half price for the whole of next week (Monday 8th to Saturday 13th May). We look forward to seeing you.
Warning: If you are travelling internationally with perishable food, beware, it may be stolen possibly by baggage handlers then somehow removed from the International airport into Auckland without NZ Customs even knowing.
My brother flew back to Australia after a deep sea fishing trip in the Bay … View moreWarning: If you are travelling internationally with perishable food, beware, it may be stolen possibly by baggage handlers then somehow removed from the International airport into Auckland without NZ Customs even knowing.
My brother flew back to Australia after a deep sea fishing trip in the Bay of Plenty with 10kgs of Bluenose fish fillets packed in a marked poly-bin.
It had cleared NZ Customs but did not get put on his Qantas flight and apparently there is no trace of it.
Auckland International Airport and NZ Customs have not investigated nor offered any information as to how this happened so beware that even at our international border, nothing is safe.
Interestingly the skipper of the Charter Boat he went out on said that he takes out many foreign fishermen but mainly from Australia and the USA so this tourism is valuable to NZ and we need to do better.
* Nominations opened on Tuesday, 2nd May
* Nominations close on Tuesday, 13th June at 12 noon
* See website for details, including candidate qualifications and restrictions, and to download nomination forms
The new range of Line7 performance workwear has been designed, developed and tested by you – New Zealand farmers. We asked, listened, and collaborated directly with farmers in the making of this gear. We tested and re-tested in on-farm environments. We re-engineered what farming workwear can be … View moreThe new range of Line7 performance workwear has been designed, developed and tested by you – New Zealand farmers. We asked, listened, and collaborated directly with farmers in the making of this gear. We tested and re-tested in on-farm environments. We re-engineered what farming workwear can be with your needs front of mind. We brought our decades of experience creating world-class performance gear. Add to that a legacy of Kiwi innovation, a challenger spirit and a practical attitude that’s been part of Line 7 since we started back in 1963.
Every detail has been reviewed and refined – without overlooking the obvious. Breathable, flexible, functional and comfortable, while still being supremely durable and waterproof. Made to fit farmers of all shapes and sizes, with a dedicated range for women. Built to last, and last a bit longer still, with an included repair kit that means you can fix it up quickly yourself.
Now take it out there, try it on and put it to the test. Wear it out and wear it again. We’re pretty damn confident you won’t be disappointed.
The month of May is New Zealand Music Month and it's got us thinking about all the musical talent from our shores throughout the years. We've come up with a few but if your pick isn't on the list, tell us who they are and why you think they are New Zealand's greatest … View moreThe month of May is New Zealand Music Month and it's got us thinking about all the musical talent from our shores throughout the years. We've come up with a few but if your pick isn't on the list, tell us who they are and why you think they are New Zealand's greatest band/artist.
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