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2359 days ago

Poll: Are you able to afford your own home?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Housing affordability is getting worse for Kiwis - especially in Auckland.

About four in five people renting are unable to comfortably afford mortgage payments, recent Government statistics show. Many Kiwis are fleeing expensive cities like Auckland in search of affordable housing in the … View more
Housing affordability is getting worse for Kiwis - especially in Auckland.

About four in five people renting are unable to comfortably afford mortgage payments, recent Government statistics show. Many Kiwis are fleeing expensive cities like Auckland in search of affordable housing in the regions - and they're not looking back.

So, in your current situation are you able to afford your own home?

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Are you able to afford your own home?
  • 41% Yes, I can
    41% Complete
  • 15.9% Only with the help of Kiwisaver/ partner
    15.9% Complete
  • 6.9% In another 5-10 years I could
    6.9% Complete
  • 36.3% No, renting is my only option
    36.3% Complete
1997 votes
2359 days ago

Poll: Jacinda is due any day now

Emelyn McHardy Reporter from Franklin County News

Hey Neighbours,
Jacinda Ardern is only three days away from her due date, which some of us have been eagerly awaiting since the announcment in January this year.
Are you excited for this very special Kiwi, or are you just wanting all of the baby talk to be over?
What are some great groups that … View more
Hey Neighbours,
Jacinda Ardern is only three days away from her due date, which some of us have been eagerly awaiting since the announcment in January this year.
Are you excited for this very special Kiwi, or are you just wanting all of the baby talk to be over?
What are some great groups that our new Franklin mums can join?
Let us know your best new mum tips in the comments.
Leave NFP if you don't want your comment to be printed.
Read more about Jacinda's baby plans: www.stuff.co.nz...

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Jacinda is due any day now
  • 33.3% I'm so excited I can't wait.
    33.3% Complete
  • 25% Yawn - can we talk about more important issues?
    25% Complete
  • 33.3% I'm just interested to see what Winston will do during Jacinda's leave.
    33.3% Complete
  • 8.3% I don't even know why this baby business is such big news.
    8.3% Complete
12 votes
2359 days ago

This canine is thrilled she saved a kitten's life!

Reporter Franklin County News

Look at how pleased Brandy is with herself, after she donated blood to save little kitten Cognac, after he was dumped and nearly eaten to death by fleas.

It is rare for vets to perform a xenotransfusion, but the kitten was knocking on death's door, so as a last resort, used Brandy's … View more
Look at how pleased Brandy is with herself, after she donated blood to save little kitten Cognac, after he was dumped and nearly eaten to death by fleas.

It is rare for vets to perform a xenotransfusion, but the kitten was knocking on death's door, so as a last resort, used Brandy's blood to revive the feline.

This is just one of the many tales Franklin Cat Rescue's Melanie Marshall has to tell - after all, she lives with 77 cats!

Click the link to read all about Melanie's crazy life!

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2359 days ago

Let’s talk about mental health and addiction services in your community

Andre Chivell from Waikato District Health Board

Kia ora neighbours, please come along to our hui to help guide the new direction of mental health and addiction services in the Waikato region. We warmly invite you to share with us your experiences, views and ideas on helping those and their whānau who experience mental health and addiction … View moreKia ora neighbours, please come along to our hui to help guide the new direction of mental health and addiction services in the Waikato region. We warmly invite you to share with us your experiences, views and ideas on helping those and their whānau who experience mental health and addiction issues to get the right support when they want and need it.

Hui will be held in Huntly at the following venues
Thursday 14 June - General public engagement
Riverside Room, Waikato District Council, 148 Main St, Huntly
Whakatau - 10am

Tuesday 19 June - Iwi Māori Hui
Miria te Kakara, Waahi Marae,
177 Harris St, Huntly
Whakatau - 10am

We want to hear from the Huntly and surrounding communities, including those who have experienced mental health and/or addiction issues and those who provide support such as whānau, friends and interested others.

We look forward to meeting you. He whakarongo tātou – we’re here to listen

RSVP to Waahi Whaanui 07 828 9695 / 0800 843 878 Email:trust@whanui.org.nz
Find out more!

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2359 days ago

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2360 days ago

Where's your favourite winter retreat?

Briar Hubbard Reporter from Franklin County News

Brrrr, this chilly, drizzly, grey weather has us dreaming of sunshine and and warmer temperatures!

Where is your favourite place holiday during winter?
What country is on the bucketlist for future Kiwi winters?
Do you have a favourite wintry hideaway in Franklin?

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2360 days ago

Eco Friendly oven and BBQ Cleaning

Tracy Lailey from Loven Oven Cleaning Company

No need to be embarrassed of your oven! Loven will have it sparkling in no time. Give us a call on 0800 683 626 or email info@loven.co.nz
All our prices can be found on our website www.loven.co.nz...

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2360 days ago

Eco Friendly oven and BBQ Cleaning

Tracy Lailey from Loven Oven Cleaning Company

No need to be embarrassed of your oven! Loven will have it sparkling in no time. Give us a call on 0800 683 626 or email info@loven.co.nz
All our prices can be found on our website www.loven.co.nz...

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2362 days ago

Poll: Pukekohe's new look train station, what do you think?

Julie Kaio Reporter from Franklin County News

Pukekohe's $16 million train station upgrade opened last week, with a new park and ride facility and better links between buses and trains, and roads and footpaths. What do you think of the upgrade?

READ MORE *www.stuff.co.nz...

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Pukekohe's new look train station, what do you think?
  • 30.8% It's awesome, I'll be using the train/bus more now
    30.8% Complete
  • 53.8% It's OK, but they could be doing more
    53.8% Complete
  • 15.4% Don't know, don't care
    15.4% Complete
13 votes
2364 days ago

What do you think about our airports?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi Waikato,

Auckland Airport has been under fire recently and it got us wondering about what Kiwis think about their local airport. We want to hear about your airport experiences. What do you think are the best and worst Koru lounges in NZ? What are some of the weirdest or quirkiest airports … View more
Hi Waikato,

Auckland Airport has been under fire recently and it got us wondering about what Kiwis think about their local airport. We want to hear about your airport experiences. What do you think are the best and worst Koru lounges in NZ? What are some of the weirdest or quirkiest airports you've been to in NZ? Email your thoughts to our travel reporter at lorna.thornber@stuff.co.nz. (If commenting, please add "NFP/not for print" if you do not want your images/comments used on Stuff).”

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2361 days ago

Poll: Is the fuel price increase going to significantly affect your business?

Joanne from Pukekohe

I am writing an article about the recent fuel price increase and would like an overall view from the public.

Is the fuel price increase going to significantly affect your business?
  • 0% No, I am ok with the increase and think it is fair
    0% Complete
  • 57.9% I don't run a business but it affects my personal budget significantly
    57.9% Complete
  • 15.8% I need to cut back on other important expenses to balance out the extra fuel bil
    15.8% Complete
  • 26.3% I will need to increase my rates/prices to accommodate the fuel price increase
    26.3% Complete
19 votes
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