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2513 days ago

Happy new year from the editor :)

Julie Kaio Reporter from Franklin County News

Kia ora,
And a happy new year to you all.
The team at Franklin County News do hope you had a great Christmas and holiday break spent relaxing with friends and family.
I certainly did - and enjoyed some wonderful time with the South Island whanau in sunny Christchurch.
It was just what the … View more
Kia ora,
And a happy new year to you all.
The team at Franklin County News do hope you had a great Christmas and holiday break spent relaxing with friends and family.
I certainly did - and enjoyed some wonderful time with the South Island whanau in sunny Christchurch.
It was just what the doctor ordered - time out to recharge the batteries and prepare for another year ahead.
Already, things are getting busy with so much going on - it’s shaping up to be an exciting 2018 and the Franklin County News is looking forward to bringing you the news from our fabulous communities.
Remember to keep in touch to keep us in the loop - I’m only a phone call or an email away - and I’d love to hear from you.
Phone me on 09 237 0410 or 027 204 2958;

Have a great rest-of-the week, and weekend;

Julie Kaio
News director

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2542 days ago

Thames Apartments Consented in Potential Sea Flood Zone

Denis from Thames

TCDC has approved a 73 apartment development on the Thames foreshore which factored in just 0.49m higher seas. Consent was given by TCDC despite it being aware that draft guidance from government advised it to look at of 1.9 m of sea level rise before letting big, new housing developments proceed. … View moreTCDC has approved a 73 apartment development on the Thames foreshore which factored in just 0.49m higher seas. Consent was given by TCDC despite it being aware that draft guidance from government advised it to look at of 1.9 m of sea level rise before letting big, new housing developments proceed. See in-depth Newsroom report - www.newsroom.co.nz...

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2513 days ago

Marine Mate App

Communications Team from Auckland Transport

If you love to be out on the water in the Hauraki Gulf, make sure you have the Marine Mate app on your phone! More info here: AT.govt.nz/harbourmaster

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2514 days ago

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2514 days ago

Wear your lifejacket this summer

Communications Team from Auckland Transport

Heading out on the boat this summer? You must carry a suitable lifejacket for every person on board your vessel. Learn more here: AT.govt.nz/harbourmaster

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2514 days ago

Poll: Where's your favourite New Zealand summer holiday hot spot?

Julie Kaio Reporter from Franklin County News

It's the first week back to work for much of the nation after many took advantage of short weeks and used leave to capitalise on the holiday period. Many managed to escape to their favourite destination for holidays and mini-breaks. Many others found new places to get away from it all.

So… View more
It's the first week back to work for much of the nation after many took advantage of short weeks and used leave to capitalise on the holiday period. Many managed to escape to their favourite destination for holidays and mini-breaks. Many others found new places to get away from it all.

So how do some of the hot spots stack up, and was yours the best to be in? Where would you return to for a quick weekend getaway this summer?
READ MORE: www.stuff.co.nz...

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Where's your favourite New Zealand summer holiday hot spot?
  • 10% Bay of Islands
    10% Complete
  • 30% Whangamata
    30% Complete
  • 30% The Mount
    30% Complete
  • 10% Lake Taupo
    10% Complete
  • 10% Queenstown
    10% Complete
  • 10% Nelson
    10% Complete
  • 0% Wanaka
    0% Complete
10 votes
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2515 days ago

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Funeral planning can be a daunting task. That's why so many families choose Valley Funeral Services for their funeral arrangements. We are a family owned and operated business.

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2515 days ago

Poll: Have cigarette price hikes influenced you to change your smoking habits?

Julie Kaio Reporter from Franklin County News

Tobacco product prices went up 10 per cent after the latest tax hike on January 1. So how much more do smokers have to fork out now? Enough to buy a basketload of groceries, it seems.

A 20-pack of cigarettes now costs about $25.45 on average, while a 30-gram pouch of tobacco costs about $55.30, … View more
Tobacco product prices went up 10 per cent after the latest tax hike on January 1. So how much more do smokers have to fork out now? Enough to buy a basketload of groceries, it seems.

A 20-pack of cigarettes now costs about $25.45 on average, while a 30-gram pouch of tobacco costs about $55.30, a British American Tobacco New Zealand (BAT NZ) spokeswoman said.
READ MORE: www.stuff.co.nz...

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Have cigarette price hikes influenced you to change your smoking habits?
  • 18.5% Nope, I'll keep smoking
    18.5% Complete
  • 3.7% I'm cutting down
    3.7% Complete
  • 18.5% Too expensive, I'm giving up
    18.5% Complete
  • 59.3% I don't smoke
    59.3% Complete
27 votes
2515 days ago

Tuakau Hotel gets a second shot at life after owners spend millions on renovations

Ruwade Bryant Reporter from Franklin County News

As the years went by and buildings fell into disrepair, some taverns were decommissioned; replaced with younger, more vibrant examples. However some taverns, such as the Tuakau Hotel, were given a second life.

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

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