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2567 days ago

Meet our new reporter :)

Reporter Franklin County News

Pukekohe, believe it or not, is a town I had always envisioned settling down in - and now that I'm straight out of my Wintec journalism degree, I get to work here.
After finally getting my study life over with, I am stoked to be starting my working career at the Franklin County News.
I was … View more
Pukekohe, believe it or not, is a town I had always envisioned settling down in - and now that I'm straight out of my Wintec journalism degree, I get to work here.
After finally getting my study life over with, I am stoked to be starting my working career at the Franklin County News.
I was born Emelyn McHardy, but feel free to call me Em if I ever give you a call.
I grew up in Papua New Guinea, and after travelling back and forth to New Zealand a few times, I lived there a total of seven years.
But I will always think of little Paeroa as my home town.
I'd probably best describe myself as a "20-year-old nana" - while my friends may enjoy hitting the town, and staying up until 3am, I much prefer an early night at home, watching some Youtube or American Horror Story.
People ask me why I chose journalism. For me journalism means I'll never stop learning, I'll never have the same day twice and I'll always be experiencing something new.
I look forward to my new experiences with Franklin County News and can't wait to meet the community.
Give me a call on 237 0404, 027 886 3942, or email me emelyn.mchardy@fairfaxmedia.co.nz.

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2567 days ago

Register your jet ski

Communications Team from Auckland Transport

This summer make sure you’re safe on the water, register your jet ski or personal watercraft through your MyAT account.

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2567 days ago

Colour Your Community - we doubled the winners!

Resene

Dear Neighbourly members - we were completely blown away with this year's entries for Resene Colour Your Community.

We couldn't pick just five winners so we've picked 12!! These organisations, proudly nominated by awesome people in their community, are all receiving up to $1000 … View more
Dear Neighbourly members - we were completely blown away with this year's entries for Resene Colour Your Community.

We couldn't pick just five winners so we've picked 12!! These organisations, proudly nominated by awesome people in their community, are all receiving up to $1000 of Resene paints, wood stains and painting accessories for them to complete their local projects.

Please join us in congratulating:
1) Waipu Evolution - nominated by Philippa Ross
2) Ngaruawahia Community - nominated by Jannaya Herbes
3) Vaka Tautua (Mangere, Auckland) - nominated by Anele Siaopo
4) Eastside Community (Masterton) - nominated by Maria Bennett
5) Tokomaru Community - nominated by Caitlyn Veerbeek
6) Glen Innes Community (Auckland) - nominated by Sara Haddon
7) Whakatane Society of Arts and Crafts - nominated by Rodney Thompson
8) Westport 7 day makeover - nominated Graham Howard-Mills
9) Belfast Playcentre (Christchurch) - nominated by Chris O'Rourke
10) Otari Wilton School (Karori, Wellington) - nominated by Raylyn Christian
11) Potter Home (Whangarei) - nominated by Mandy Beazley
12) Pukenui Forest signage project (Onerahi) - nominated by Shirley Peterson

Please join us in sending a huge congratulations to these twelve wonderful winners.

ALSO: keep an eye out next month for the Splash of Christmas Colour Cheer with your chance to vote on who gets a painty present. More soon!
Read more about the nominations

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2567 days ago

Pot holes

Julie Kaio Reporter from Franklin County News

We're looking for the worst potholes in New Zealand. Comment on this post with a photo, and the details of where the worst one in your neighbourhood is. If you've reported it to the council, tell us the details so we can check it out. Please note that images and comments may be used as … View moreWe're looking for the worst potholes in New Zealand. Comment on this post with a photo, and the details of where the worst one in your neighbourhood is. If you've reported it to the council, tell us the details so we can check it out. Please note that images and comments may be used as part of a news story.

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2567 days ago

Clothesline with fittings

Brooke from Onewhero

Hi everyone. For a donation to the NZ Stroke Foundation, you can take our retractable clothes line. It comes with the fittings but not the posts.

It is by our gate at 17 Te Awa Kite Rd. Please put your donation in our yellow letterbox.

First in...gets it. 😁

Negotiable

2567 days ago

Builders Clean Up

Paul from Throw n' Tow

CALLING ALL BUILDERS
Come to the end of the job and the bin has gone but still have the last bit of rubbish to get rid of before hand over, one call to Throw n' Tow and get all of your rubbish removed before the new owners take over.
Keep your staff & tradies working on what makes you … View more
CALLING ALL BUILDERS
Come to the end of the job and the bin has gone but still have the last bit of rubbish to get rid of before hand over, one call to Throw n' Tow and get all of your rubbish removed before the new owners take over.
Keep your staff & tradies working on what makes you money and let us take care of the rubbish along the

2567 days ago

Poll: Should you take your shoes off on a plane?

Julie Kaio Reporter from Franklin County News

Most air travellers say taking off your shoes is OK. An etiquette expert disagrees:
READ MORE:
www.stuff.co.nz...

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Should you take your shoes off on a plane?
  • 25% Shoes off yes, socks off no
    25% Complete
  • 15% Shoes and socks off
    15% Complete
  • 60% Ew - keep them on!
    60% Complete
20 votes
2567 days ago

Missing Pukekohe man, Herbet O'Donnell, found in Wellington

Ruwade Bryant Reporter from Franklin County News

Police have located 87-year-old Herbert O'Donnell who went missing from Hamilton on Sunday, November 19.

Read more: www.stuff.co.nz...

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2567 days ago

2018 Auckland Bike Challenge - Register now!

Communications Team from Auckland Transport

Entries are now open for the 2018 Auckland Bike Challenge. The first 300 businesses to register will receive a cycling goodie bag. Plus, register before Sunday 17 December to go in the draw to win a delicious Christmas hamper! www.lovetoride.net...

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2568 days ago

Life in the bike lane

Communications Team from Auckland Transport

Jump on your bike this summer! Start with some window shopping at Britomart, enjoy the scenic views and end with a picnic at Mission Bay. at.govt.nz... #AKLBikeLife
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2568 days ago

A Mindful Choice

Duty Manager from Cinema 3 Pukekohe

This film is indeed back with us after a sell out succession last time!!
It's such an amazing film and worth all the praise. If you wanted to see this film but missed out. Then call us on 09 237 0216 ext.3 to book seats, they're selling out fast!!

Trailer: www.choicethefilm.com...

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2568 days ago

Is Santa coming to Roger Gill Motors?

Hello Franklin County, Steve and the team here from Roger Gill Mitsubishi. Christmas is closing in fast! When you buy a "USED VEHICLE" from us in the months of November and December 2017 you’re eligible for one entry in our Santa Draw to WIN a $1000 Prezzy Card for Christmas (drawn last… View moreHello Franklin County, Steve and the team here from Roger Gill Mitsubishi. Christmas is closing in fast! When you buy a "USED VEHICLE" from us in the months of November and December 2017 you’re eligible for one entry in our Santa Draw to WIN a $1000 Prezzy Card for Christmas (drawn last week of December).

Come on down and see your local Team on the cnr Manukau and Kitchener Roads. Test drive a New or Used car today and see for yourself the cracking savings you can have using our Finance Rates for both NEW & USED Vehicles.

Watch this space for exciting things coming soon...

We look forward to seeing you all!
Learn more

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2568 days ago

Rythmicals music group

Helen Pulman from Pukekohe Youth Centre

Interested in making music?
Come and join the PYC Rythmicals music group for young and not so young
* Meet 10am -2pm each Monday through school term time
* Contact: Helen 0276320924 for further information

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