Miranda, Kaiaua

2902 days ago

Driving these holidays?

Communications Team from Auckland Transport

Take care over the holidays, do one thing at a time and drive carefully. Make the most of our high risk and fatigue rest stop maps if you’re heading out of Auckland these holidays: at.govt.nz...

2903 days ago

Poll: Where will you be this Christmas?

Reporter Franklin County News

It's almost time guys! Where are you planning to spend the day?

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Where will you be this Christmas?
  • 48.4% At home
    48.4% Complete
  • 6.5% At a beach!
    6.5% Complete
  • 0% At the bach
    0% Complete
  • 45.2% At a family gathering
    45.2% Complete
  • 0% A restaurant
    0% Complete
  • 0% Other - tell us below :)
    0% Complete
31 votes
2903 days ago

Christmas at the Port

Reporter Franklin County News

The Port Waikato Christmas Parade was held last weekend. Check out some photos from the day.

2903 days ago

Christmas Connections

The Team from Age Concern New Zealand

If you haven’t already made contact with your neighbours and older relatives, the holiday season is a perfect opportunity to break the ice.

Sometimes we get caught up in the Christmas rush, and don’t take time to think about people who may be experiencing a much quieter holiday season. … View more
If you haven’t already made contact with your neighbours and older relatives, the holiday season is a perfect opportunity to break the ice.

Sometimes we get caught up in the Christmas rush, and don’t take time to think about people who may be experiencing a much quieter holiday season. Contact with older people can help families to connect with what Christmas is really about, and it’s a great time to explore memories and think about traditions.

We will posting 5 tips leading up to Christmas on how you can connect with your older neighbours this Holiday Season.

5. Look out for them
Look out for your neighbours this holiday season. Be mindful that Christmas can be a tough time for some older people, especially those who live alone. Small gestures of kindness can make this time much easier for older people who may be lonely.

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2903 days ago

Get decorating and $ave the GST!

Resene

Hi neighbours! Summer is here and it’s a great time to get decorating. Right now you can save the GST on Resene premium paints, stains, primers, sealers, wallpaper, decorating accessories and cleaning products at your local Resene ColorShop or participating reseller. Plus if you have a Resene … View moreHi neighbours! Summer is here and it’s a great time to get decorating. Right now you can save the GST on Resene premium paints, stains, primers, sealers, wallpaper, decorating accessories and cleaning products at your local Resene ColorShop or participating reseller. Plus if you have a Resene ColorShop Card or Resene DIY Card, you can enjoy extra savings on a range of products. It's our Christmas gift to you! Offer runs until 31 January 2017. Learn more

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2904 days ago

Win one of 10 double passes to the ultimate family movie!

Roadshow Films

When eleven year old Mick is shipped off to his grandfather's cattle station in the remote Pilbara region of Western Australia, he prepares himself for a life of dull hardship. Instead he finds myth, adventure and friendship with a scrappy, one-of-a-kind dog that will change his life forever. … View moreWhen eleven year old Mick is shipped off to his grandfather's cattle station in the remote Pilbara region of Western Australia, he prepares himself for a life of dull hardship. Instead he finds myth, adventure and friendship with a scrappy, one-of-a-kind dog that will change his life forever. RED DOG: True Blue is a story of friendship, loyalty and acceptance and is perfect for families and dog lovers of all ages. Want to win a double pass?

Simply like or thank this post before 9 January for your chance to WIN one of ten double passes to RED DOG: True Blue.
Watch the trailer

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2905 days ago

Poll: What's the best thing to do to protect your house at Christmas?

Sarah Moore from Neighbourly.co.nz

If you're planning on heading away over the Christmas period, there are a few things you can do to make sure you're protecting your home. Which step do you think is the most important?

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What's the best thing to do to protect your house at Christmas?
  • 8.3% Tell a neighbour you're heading away
    8.3% Complete
  • 0.1% Set up security lights
    0.1% Complete
  • 1.7% Ask someone to collect your mail
    1.7% Complete
  • 5.4% Make sure all doors / windows are locked (including the garage!)
    5.4% Complete
  • 0.3% Unplug electronics
    0.3% Complete
  • 4.9% Create the illusion of someone being home
    4.9% Complete
  • 1% Alert your alarm company and set your alarms
    1% Complete
  • 76.8% All of the above
    76.8% Complete
  • 1.5% Something else
    1.5% Complete
1624 votes
2905 days ago

Christmas Connections

The Team from Age Concern New Zealand

If you haven’t already made contact with your older relatives or neighbour, the holiday season is a perfect opportunity to break the ice.

Sometimes we get caught up in the Christmas rush, and don’t take time to think about people who may be experiencing a much quieter holiday season. … View more
If you haven’t already made contact with your older relatives or neighbour, the holiday season is a perfect opportunity to break the ice.

Sometimes we get caught up in the Christmas rush, and don’t take time to think about people who may be experiencing a much quieter holiday season. Contact with older people can help families to connect with what Christmas is really about, and it’s a great time to explore memories and think about traditions.

We will posting 5 tips leading up to Christmas on how you can connect with your older people this Holiday Season.

4. Pop over with a jar of jam or pickles or your favourite recipe.
This will give you a good opportunity to have a chat. Maybe you will learn something about your neighbour that you don’t already know. This social connection can be a great chance to explore traditions and share memories.

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2905 days ago

Christmas Connections

The Team from Age Concern New Zealand

If you haven’t already made contact with your older relatives or neighbour, the holiday season is a perfect opportunity to break the ice.

Sometimes we get caught up in the Christmas rush, and don’t take time to think about people who may be experiencing a much quieter holiday season. … View more
If you haven’t already made contact with your older relatives or neighbour, the holiday season is a perfect opportunity to break the ice.

Sometimes we get caught up in the Christmas rush, and don’t take time to think about people who may be experiencing a much quieter holiday season. Contact with older people can help families to connect with what Christmas is really about, and it’s a great time to explore memories and think about traditions.

We will posting 5 tips leading up to Christmas on how you can connect with your older people this Holiday Season.

4. Pop over with a jar of jam or pickles or your favourite recipe.
This will give you a good opportunity to have a chat. Maybe you will learn something about your neighbour that you don’t already know. This social connection can be a great chance to explore traditions and share memories.

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2907 days ago

Bargains and you support a great cause

Age Concern Counties Manukau Inc

Papakura is now an empty shop and the bargains are flying out the door at papatoetoe - don't miss out on some spectacular opportunities to grab fantastic pre-loved items for $1 - that's right a $1 for everything (except furniture).
What are you Waiting for - get your skates on we are … View more
Papakura is now an empty shop and the bargains are flying out the door at papatoetoe - don't miss out on some spectacular opportunities to grab fantastic pre-loved items for $1 - that's right a $1 for everything (except furniture).
What are you Waiting for - get your skates on we are open till 4pm tonight and 10-1 tomorrow. 10-4 Monday to Friday next week then closed from the 23rd until the 9th of January!!
Help Age Concern Counties Manukau Inc do the work we do serving older people in south auckland.
Merry Christmas :)
The Vintage Store 3/154 Kolmar Road Papatoetoe

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2908 days ago

Where will you go?

The Team from Ministry of Civil Defence & Emergency Management

Do you know where to go if a tsunami happens when you are at home, work, school or anywhere else?

Contact your local Civil Defence group to find tsunami zone maps for your area and plan your route today. www.civildefence.govt.nz...
If you are near the coast, remember LONG OR STRONG: GET GONE
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Do you know where to go if a tsunami happens when you are at home, work, school or anywhere else?

Contact your local Civil Defence group to find tsunami zone maps for your area and plan your route today. www.civildefence.govt.nz...
If you are near the coast, remember LONG OR STRONG: GET GONE
If you feel an earthquake that lasts for more than a minute or makes it hard to stand up, don’t wait for an official tsunami warning. Move immediately to the nearest high ground or as far inland as you can. Walk or bike if you can. Stay there until you get the all clear.

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2908 days ago

Franklin's Finest

Julie Kaio Reporter from Franklin County News

What a fabulous evening we had on Thursday celebrating Franklin's Finest - our annual People of the Year awards. Thanks so much to all who came, our sponsors and our nominators - and congratulations to all our finalists and winners. Look out for a special feature on all category winners in … View moreWhat a fabulous evening we had on Thursday celebrating Franklin's Finest - our annual People of the Year awards. Thanks so much to all who came, our sponsors and our nominators - and congratulations to all our finalists and winners. Look out for a special feature on all category winners in Tuesday's Franklin County News.

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2909 days ago

Activate

Rachel Roberts from Inspiring Communities

Inspiring Communities is running a very cool two day event in Auckland in April. it's for everyone working in, with or alongside neighbourhoods and communities. We are taking buses to the four corners of Auckland to see first hand how communities are to see first-hand how community-led … View moreInspiring Communities is running a very cool two day event in Auckland in April. it's for everyone working in, with or alongside neighbourhoods and communities. We are taking buses to the four corners of Auckland to see first hand how communities are to see first-hand how community-led development is happening across the city. Local hosts will introduce participants to projects, approaches, relationships and success factors that grow resilience, that is driven by and works for local people. And then we will take what we learn into a second day of interactive workshops. Activate is the first of its kind in New Zealand - it's going to be great - click on our link for all the details.

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2910 days ago

Make time to call the older people you know this Christmas.

The Team from Age Concern New Zealand

Sometimes we get caught up in the Christmas rush, and don’t take time to think about people who may be experiencing a much quieter holiday season. Contact with older people can help families to connect with what Christmas is really about, and it’s a great time to explore memories and think … View moreSometimes we get caught up in the Christmas rush, and don’t take time to think about people who may be experiencing a much quieter holiday season. Contact with older people can help families to connect with what Christmas is really about, and it’s a great time to explore memories and think about traditions.

Age Concern New Zealand will posting 5 tips leading up to Christmas on how you can connect this Holiday Season.

3. Ring your older family members and friends to wish them happy holidays. Something as simple as a phone call can have positive benefits that go both ways. Connection with older people can help families to connect with what Christmas is really about.

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2910 days ago

Make time to call the older people you know this Christmas.

The Team from Age Concern New Zealand

Sometimes we get caught up in the Christmas rush, and don’t take time to think about people who may be experiencing a much quieter holiday season. Contact with older people can help families to connect with what Christmas is really about, and it’s a great time to explore memories and think … View moreSometimes we get caught up in the Christmas rush, and don’t take time to think about people who may be experiencing a much quieter holiday season. Contact with older people can help families to connect with what Christmas is really about, and it’s a great time to explore memories and think about traditions.

Age Concern New Zealand will posting 5 tips leading up to Christmas on how you can connect this Holiday Season.

3. Ring your older family members and friends to wish them happy holidays. Something as simple as a phone call can have positive benefits that go both ways. Connection with older people can help families to connect with what Christmas is really about.

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