Miranda, Kaiaua

2677 days ago

Celebrating business success!

Natalie Polley Reporter from Franklin County News

It was a celebration of local businesses on Saturday night, as the Pukekohe Business Association held its Best in Business Awards black tie gala event at the Pukekohe Indian Association Hall.

420 people flocked to the occasion in their finery, enjoying a three-course meal from Flame Tree Kitchen… View more
It was a celebration of local businesses on Saturday night, as the Pukekohe Business Association held its Best in Business Awards black tie gala event at the Pukekohe Indian Association Hall.

420 people flocked to the occasion in their finery, enjoying a three-course meal from Flame Tree Kitchen as the winners in each category were named.

The big winner on the night was White Rose Cars who took out the coveted supreme award - alongside the professional services award.

If you went, what was your favourite part of the evening? Mine was the food! hehe.

- Nats

2678 days ago

New owners excited to re-launch Wright's Water Gardens cafe

Julie Kaio Reporter from Franklin County News


Sanjana Ram is passionate about people.
For the new owner of Patumahoe's Wright's Water Gardens, it's making her customers happy that inspires her.
Sanjana, along with husband and head chef Ronesh Ram, purchased the business in October 2016 after falling in love … View more

Sanjana Ram is passionate about people.
For the new owner of Patumahoe's Wright's Water Gardens, it's making her customers happy that inspires her.
Sanjana, along with husband and head chef Ronesh Ram, purchased the business in October 2016 after falling in love with the venue's ...

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2678 days ago

The Vintage Store Sale

Lucy Prior from Age Concern Counties Manukau Inc

Our $5 Clothing Fill a Bag is back!
Head to The Vintage Store (154 Kolmar Rd, Papatoetoe) and grab a bag of clothes for just $5.
Sale ends Saturday 5 August.

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2679 days ago

Hospitality Courses at NZMA. Get qualified in just 20 weeks!

NZMA

Want to learn how to make awesome cocktails and café-style coffees? Love talking to people? Do you dream of doing a job that’s actually FUN? Well it’s time to turn that dream into reality! Study Hospitality at NZMA.

We’ll teach you the skills you need to land a great job in the … View more
Want to learn how to make awesome cocktails and café-style coffees? Love talking to people? Do you dream of doing a job that’s actually FUN? Well it’s time to turn that dream into reality! Study Hospitality at NZMA.

We’ll teach you the skills you need to land a great job in the hospitality industry. You’ll study in a real bar, gain work experience in a real cafe, get lots of support and encouragement from your tutors, and graduate with a nationally recognised qualification.

Courses start in August so get in touch and enrol today!
Learn more

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2685 days ago

NO TCDC Support for Mayoral Climate Declaration

Denis from Thames

At the Local Government Conference last weekend 39 Mayors signed a commitment to tackle climate change. Hauraki District Council Mayor John Tregida signed. But it was very disappointing to see that Mayor Sandra Goudie did not sign the Declaration on behalf of the Thames-Coromandel District … View moreAt the Local Government Conference last weekend 39 Mayors signed a commitment to tackle climate change. Hauraki District Council Mayor John Tregida signed. But it was very disappointing to see that Mayor Sandra Goudie did not sign the Declaration on behalf of the Thames-Coromandel District Council, Waikato Regional Council also failed to sign the declaration.
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2680 days ago

Single Sectional Garage Door for sale excellent condition $500

Zoeline from Thames

Four sections only a year old excellent condition dismantled ready to go. Not automatic but able to be. Pick up only Thames central.

Price: $500

2681 days ago

Green Light Expected For Thames Bus Trial

Denis from Thames

There have been a lot of hoops to jump through, but all indications are that we should have bus service underway in September. Read more here- www.stuff.co.nz...

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2681 days ago

Poll: One drink limit for adults dining with kids . . .

Julie Kaio Reporter from Franklin County News

Given the stress that's often involved in taking children to a restaurant, it's not surprising that many parents look forward to relaxing with drink or two while waiting for their meals to arrive.
But one US restaurant is ensuring parents behave themselves while dining at their … View more
Given the stress that's often involved in taking children to a restaurant, it's not surprising that many parents look forward to relaxing with drink or two while waiting for their meals to arrive.
But one US restaurant is ensuring parents behave themselves while dining at their establishment, with a one-drink policy for parents dining with their kids.
WHAT DO YOU THINK?
READ MORE: www.stuff.co.nz...

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One drink limit for adults dining with kids . . .
  • 28.6% Yep, one drink is enough
    28.6% Complete
  • 71.4% PC gone overboard - parents' choice, not the restaurants!
    71.4% Complete
14 votes
2681 days ago

Auckland Council approves $207 million for new trains

Julie Kaio Reporter from Franklin County News

Auckland will have 17 new electric trains in operation by 2019.
Auckland Council approved the $207 million purchase as passenger use across the existing train network increased rapidly.
The trains will replace existing diesel trains between Papakura and Pukekohe, and are fitted with modern ...

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2682 days ago

Coromandel Road Closures

Denis from Thames

Sandra Goudie was right to put the heat on Transport Minister Bridges about the spate of recent road closures on State Highway 25. It’s also good to see that there will be a public meeting in Coromandel to discuss the issue.

But we lack any recognition of the underlying cause of recent … View more
Sandra Goudie was right to put the heat on Transport Minister Bridges about the spate of recent road closures on State Highway 25. It’s also good to see that there will be a public meeting in Coromandel to discuss the issue.

But we lack any recognition of the underlying cause of recent problems with our roading infrastructure - climate change. Thames Coromandel (plus Raglan area) has 769 km of local roads and 37 km of arterial roads at risk from climate change hazards. Hauraki/Coromandel is the third most at risk area in the country.

Climate change is not some vague issue we can put off for decades. Our District is being impacted badly now. We know the Coast road is fragile. We need to know which other roads and other Council assets are most at risk and where ratepayer spending should be best directed.

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2682 days ago

City Centre Transport Changes - Customs Street West

Communications Team from Auckland Transport

Customs Street West between Downtown Carpark and Albert Street will be reduced to one lane until November while City Rail Link Limited (CRLL) complete the necessary works in this area.

The pedestrian layout at the Albert/Customs Street intersection will also change.

Please expect delays in … View more
Customs Street West between Downtown Carpark and Albert Street will be reduced to one lane until November while City Rail Link Limited (CRLL) complete the necessary works in this area.

The pedestrian layout at the Albert/Customs Street intersection will also change.

Please expect delays in the area and plan your travel in advance.

Find out more about City Centre Transport Changes on our website: at.govt.nz...

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2683 days ago

Film Premiere Thames - Inconvenient Truth 2

Denis from Thames

A pre-release premiere of Al Gore's Film “Inconvenient Truth 2” on global warming will be shown at the Thames Cinema on Tuesday 15 August at 5:30 PM

Advance Tickets only - $15 - can be purchased at Lotus Realm or Carson's Bookshop or by Internet banking (see attached poster for … View more
A pre-release premiere of Al Gore's Film “Inconvenient Truth 2” on global warming will be shown at the Thames Cinema on Tuesday 15 August at 5:30 PM

Advance Tickets only - $15 - can be purchased at Lotus Realm or Carson's Bookshop or by Internet banking (see attached poster for details)

Please share on Facebook and other social media.

If you know a business or other place which might display a poster please print out the one attached – thanks

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2683 days ago

5 of Neighbourly's quirkiest posts!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The Neighbourly team love to see whats happening across the country. So we thought we'd share five of the most interesting posts we've found this year!

From Spanish celebrities to Hedgehog Hospitals - Check out our list of quirky Neighbourly Posts here!

Did you know that you can … View more
The Neighbourly team love to see whats happening across the country. So we thought we'd share five of the most interesting posts we've found this year!

From Spanish celebrities to Hedgehog Hospitals - Check out our list of quirky Neighbourly Posts here!

Did you know that you can browse posts from neighbourhoods across the country on our Public Notices tab? Any content shared to these public pages are posts that have been made with the "Public Post" box ticked.
Take a look now!

2683 days ago

Counties Manukau Steelers learning the benefits of growing own veges

Julie Kaio Reporter from Franklin County News

The Counties Manukau Steelers have shifted their focus off the pitch for the new rugby season.
Steelers players have created new planter boxes at their Drury training base and during the course of the Mitre 10 Cup the players will grow various produce including broccoli, corn and kale. 
The … View more
The Counties Manukau Steelers have shifted their focus off the pitch for the new rugby season.
Steelers players have created new planter boxes at their Drury training base and during the course of the Mitre 10 Cup the players will grow various produce including broccoli, corn and kale. 
The ...

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2683 days ago

Karaka's Kim Watson hits the States for storm chase of a lifetime

Julie Kaio Reporter from Franklin County News

It was an adrenaline rush unlike anything she'd ever experienced before.
Pressed up against the side of the van in New Mexico, it was the moment Kim Watson had dreamt of since she was a small child.
The Karaka resident has always had a fascination with storms and in June, she embarked on … View more
It was an adrenaline rush unlike anything she'd ever experienced before.
Pressed up against the side of the van in New Mexico, it was the moment Kim Watson had dreamt of since she was a small child.
The Karaka resident has always had a fascination with storms and in June, she embarked on an ...

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