Miranda, Kaiaua

2930 days ago

Poll: Near or far: How do your kids get to school?

Reporter Sunday Star Times

With the launch of the Foot It campaign, we've all been talking about walking, cycling and scooting to school, and you've been coming up with some great ideas to support our kids.
But for some families it's not an option - especially if you live in a rural area, or your kids go to a… View more
With the launch of the Foot It campaign, we've all been talking about walking, cycling and scooting to school, and you've been coming up with some great ideas to support our kids.
But for some families it's not an option - especially if you live in a rural area, or your kids go to a school on the other side of town. So tell us the main mode of transport by which your children or grandchildren commute.
Plus: Don't forget to join up to a Foot It Club at www.neighbourly.co.nz..., and go into the draw to WIN one of 50 Micro scooters.

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Near or far: How do your kids get to school?
  • 40.5% They walk, ride or scoot to their nearest school.
    40.5% Complete
  • 7% They take a bus or other public transport to their nearest school.
    7% Complete
  • 20.5% They go by car to their nearest school.
    20.5% Complete
  • 2.8% The walk, ride or scoot to a school further away.
    2.8% Complete
  • 5.2% They take a bus or other public transport to a school further away.
    5.2% Complete
  • 22.4% They go by car to a school further away.
    22.4% Complete
  • 1.6% Other - please post a message to tell us about it.
    1.6% Complete
974 votes
2930 days ago

Avoid hidden surprises...

Jennian Homes Franklin

You’ve been in your brand new home for over a year now…Yay! But then you realise your home isn’t prepared for smart technologies like home automation for lighting, security and entertainment; let alone equipped for solar and electric vehicles. OH NO!

Avoid ‘OH NO’ moments...get along … View more
You’ve been in your brand new home for over a year now…Yay! But then you realise your home isn’t prepared for smart technologies like home automation for lighting, security and entertainment; let alone equipped for solar and electric vehicles. OH NO!

Avoid ‘OH NO’ moments...get along to a New Home Builders Info Session with Jennian. It’s all covered in the New Home Builders Info Sessions being held by us, your local Jennian Homes team. Register now.
Register now

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2931 days ago

Take part in our Christmas Letterbox competition!

Mike Pero Real Estate New Zealand - HQ

You decorate your tree for Christmas right? How about your...letterbox?
Announcing the Mike Pero Christmas Letterbox Competition - a partnership between us (Mike Pero Real Estate) - and our friends at Neighbourly. It's pretty simple; we're challenging you to head down your driveway and … View more
You decorate your tree for Christmas right? How about your...letterbox?
Announcing the Mike Pero Christmas Letterbox Competition - a partnership between us (Mike Pero Real Estate) - and our friends at Neighbourly. It's pretty simple; we're challenging you to head down your driveway and decorate your letterbox for the festive season! Share a photo on your Neighbourly noticeboard using the hashtag #christmasletterbox before 11 December and we'll put you in the draw to win great prizes - including Prezzy® cards!

Help Santa find his way by decorating your letterbox this Christmas! Find out more.
Learn more

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2932 days ago

Reaching out in Kaikoura

New Zealand Red Cross

Red Cross team members have been working in Kaikoura to link households with services and essential supplies. They're also on hand to provide wellbeing support for those who are struggling with the quake's impact or for people who have just been told they can't stay in their homes.
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Red Cross team members have been working in Kaikoura to link households with services and essential supplies. They're also on hand to provide wellbeing support for those who are struggling with the quake's impact or for people who have just been told they can't stay in their homes.

"There's so much food and stuff gone, but we're alive - that's the main thing," says Kaikoura resident Diane Edkins (pictured) who finds out whether her house is given the all-clear while a Red Cross volunteer is with her: www.redcross.org.nz...

Please donate to Red Cross' November 2016 Earthquake Appeal at www.redcross.org.nz... Thank you for your support.

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2933 days ago

Counselling Service can help

Age Concern Counties Manukau Inc

Hi everyone
it's great when we hear we make a difference. Have a read of a comment on our website received from a person who used our counselling service

2933 days ago

Are you prepared?

Julie Kaio Reporter from Franklin County News

Rachel Delaney will be a good friend to have if disaster strikes. She has a big emergency kit, updates it regularly and is totally prepared for an emergency.
www.stuff.co.nz...

Do you have an emergency kit? Did last week's earthquake prompt you get organised, should a disaster come your … View more
Rachel Delaney will be a good friend to have if disaster strikes. She has a big emergency kit, updates it regularly and is totally prepared for an emergency.
www.stuff.co.nz...

Do you have an emergency kit? Did last week's earthquake prompt you get organised, should a disaster come your way? Let us know, and remember to post NFP if you don't want your comments included in a story. Thanks!

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2934 days ago

We're all busy - so how can we get our kids out of the car on the school run?

Jonathan Milne Reporter from Sunday Star Times

Since the 1980s, the proportion of children being dropped off in a car has doubled to nearly 55 per cent. With it has come worsened air pollution, greater congestion, and increased danger as more kids are involved in road accidents. Worse, it has undermined our community cohesion: Schools can and … View moreSince the 1980s, the proportion of children being dropped off in a car has doubled to nearly 55 per cent. With it has come worsened air pollution, greater congestion, and increased danger as more kids are involved in road accidents. Worse, it has undermined our community cohesion: Schools can and should be the hearts of our communities
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We're backing schools to set up walking buses and other solutions, with parents and volunteers helping local kids get to class safely.
We wrote to the nation's mayors pleading with them to lower speed limits outside schools, and many have come back to us with expressions of support. We talked to well-known New Zealanders with school-aged kids, and they united behind the campaign.

You can get involved too. We know people are busy, so the Sunday Star-Times and Neighbourly are encouraging families to choose one day a week when they and their kids walk, scoot, cycle - even ride a horse if that's what works for you!

I've chosen Mondays as the days I'll cycle to school with my 6-year-old son. And Neighbourly has set up a special pledge page, where you can choose a day when you will try to Foot It with your kids, talk with others doing the same - and go into the draw to win one of 50 Micro scooters. www.neighbourly.co.nz...

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2934 days ago

We're all busy - so how can we get our kids out of the car on the school run?

Jonathan Milne Reporter from Sunday Star Times

Since the 1980s, the proportion of children being dropped off in a car has doubled to nearly 55 per cent. With it has come worsened air pollution, greater congestion, and increased danger as more kids are involved in road accidents. Worse, it has undermined our community cohesion: Schools can and … View moreSince the 1980s, the proportion of children being dropped off in a car has doubled to nearly 55 per cent. With it has come worsened air pollution, greater congestion, and increased danger as more kids are involved in road accidents. Worse, it has undermined our community cohesion: Schools can and should be the hearts of our communities
.

We're backing schools to set up walking buses and other solutions, with parents and volunteers helping local kids get to class safely.
We wrote to the nation's mayors pleading with them to lower speed limits outside schools, and many have come back to us with expressions of support. We talked to well-known New Zealanders with school-aged kids, and they united behind the campaign.

You can get involved too. We know people are busy, so the Sunday Star-Times and Neighbourly are encouraging families to choose one day a week when they and their kids walk, scoot, cycle - even ride a horse if that's what works for you!

I've chosen Mondays as the days I'll cycle to school with my 6-year-old son. And Neighbourly has set up a special pledge page, where you can choose a day when you will try to Foot It with your kids, talk with others doing the same - and go into the draw to win one of 50 Micro scooters. www.neighbourly.co.nz...

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2935 days ago

Do you have earthquake damage?

EQC

Has your home been damaged by the recent earthquakes? Click here to make a claim with EQC. Make a claim

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2936 days ago

Poll: Christmas shopping!

Reporter Franklin County News

It's that time of year again! Are you one of those organised people who has already sorted your Christmas shopping, or do you leave it right until Christmas Eve? And where do you shop?

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Christmas shopping!
  • 30.8% Nope - won't go there until Christmas Eve! Then I'll brave the closest shops!
    30.8% Complete
  • 15.4% I've already purchased presents online
    15.4% Complete
  • 38.5% I've hit the local shops already
    38.5% Complete
  • 15.4% I don't buy Christmas presents!
    15.4% Complete
  • 0% I've shopped out of town already
    0% Complete
  • 0% I just do cash or vouchers at the last minute!
    0% Complete
13 votes
2937 days ago

Avoid hidden surprises...

Jennian Homes Franklin

Construction is well and truly underway on your new home…Yay! But then you realise your home isn’t perfectly positioned for the sun. OH NO!

Avoid ‘OH NO’ moments...get along to a New Home Builders Info Session with Jennian. From establishing a true building budget to planning an energy … View more
Construction is well and truly underway on your new home…Yay! But then you realise your home isn’t perfectly positioned for the sun. OH NO!

Avoid ‘OH NO’ moments...get along to a New Home Builders Info Session with Jennian. From establishing a true building budget to planning an energy efficient home, it’s all covered in the New Home Builders Info Sessions being held by us, your local Jennian Homes team.
Register now

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2940 days ago

Earthquake

Julie Kaio Reporter from Franklin County News

Hey neighbours, we hope you are OK after last night! Was there any damage in your patch?

www.stuff.co.nz...
**Comments may be used in a story unless stated NFP(Not for print)**

2939 days ago

Who are Franklin's Finest?

Julie Kaio Reporter from Franklin County News

Hi there Neighbours - nominations for our People of the Year awards close Friday; please take the time to nominate - there are so many in our community who deserve recognition. Fill out the nomination form and email to julie.kaio@fairfaxmedia, or drop off to our office at 217 King St, Pukekohe. … View moreHi there Neighbours - nominations for our People of the Year awards close Friday; please take the time to nominate - there are so many in our community who deserve recognition. Fill out the nomination form and email to julie.kaio@fairfaxmedia, or drop off to our office at 217 King St, Pukekohe. Categories are Community Worker of the Year, Employee of the Year, Lifetime Achievement Award, Sports Personality of the Year, Mentor/Leader of the Year, Inspiration Award, Junior Achiever of the Year, and Act of Kindness. Nominations can be anonymous. Thanks!

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2939 days ago

Take the kids on a weekend adventure on the bus or train for only 99 cents!

The Team from Auckland Transport

With a registered AT HOP card, children aged 5-15 years pay 99 cents for bus and train travel on weekends and public holidays.
Make up to five bus or train trips over a four hour period with up to 30 minutes between each trip. Excludes SkyBus services.
Terms of use and registered prospectus for … View more
With a registered AT HOP card, children aged 5-15 years pay 99 cents for bus and train travel on weekends and public holidays.
Make up to five bus or train trips over a four hour period with up to 30 minutes between each trip. Excludes SkyBus services.
Terms of use and registered prospectus for the AT HOP cards are available at AT.govt.nz/athop or at the AT Customer Service Centre, Britomart. The obligations of Auckland Transport under the AT HOP cards are unsecured.

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2939 days ago

Coping with cancer

Reporter Franklin County News

The Cancer Society is inviting Franklin residents to join them in Pukekohe this Wednesday - for some free tips about coping with cancer.
Presented by Cancer Society’s psychology and nursing teams, the session has
been designed for adults with cancer and their supporters. It will provide … View more
The Cancer Society is inviting Franklin residents to join them in Pukekohe this Wednesday - for some free tips about coping with cancer.
Presented by Cancer Society’s psychology and nursing teams, the session has
been designed for adults with cancer and their supporters. It will provide insights and
tips on managing stress, the importance of sleep and relaxation, managing the side
effects of cancer treatment and getting the help you need.
Coping with Cancer:
WHEN? Wednesday November 16 from 10am to 11.30am
WHERE? Franklin: The Centre,. Douglas Wright room, 10 Massey Avenue, Pukekohe.

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