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3108 days ago

3 days left to have your say!

Communications from Franklin Local Board

Now’s the time to be heard. Whether you care about local community events, parks and playgrounds, or a town centre to be proud of, we want to hear from you.
Visit www.shapeauckland.co.nz... to submit your feedback. Submissions close 4pm Friday 30 June.

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3108 days ago

$140 of upfront savings

Genesis Energy

Switch.Save.Easy - At Genesis Energy we make it easy for you to switch your bottled gas supply to us, with $140 of upfront savings and up to 12% off your bill each month on our LPG Bottled Gas Smart Plan. As a new customer, with our current offer, you'll get 1 free 45kg bottle of gas and 3 … View moreSwitch.Save.Easy - At Genesis Energy we make it easy for you to switch your bottled gas supply to us, with $140 of upfront savings and up to 12% off your bill each month on our LPG Bottled Gas Smart Plan. As a new customer, with our current offer, you'll get 1 free 45kg bottle of gas and 3 months free bottle rental on a flexible plan with no term. Offer ends 31 July 2017. Terms and conditions apply. Sign up now

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3108 days ago

Bird enthusiast keen to share knowledge

Liu Chen Reporter from Eastern Courier

Beachlands resident Adrian du Plessis hopes his beautiful finches will do well at the Auckland Metro Bird Club's 108th annual bird show in July.
In a gym-turned-breeding room at his house there are 120 finches, of 16 different varieties. Plessis plans to take 20 of these birds to the … View more
Beachlands resident Adrian du Plessis hopes his beautiful finches will do well at the Auckland Metro Bird Club's 108th annual bird show in July.
In a gym-turned-breeding room at his house there are 120 finches, of 16 different varieties. Plessis plans to take 20 of these birds to the show.

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3109 days ago

TNZ!

Phil Goff from Phil Goff

A beautiful dawn over Auckland this morning, the home of the America's cup!

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3109 days ago

Future looks brighter for Howick arts centre

Tarannum Shaikh Reporter from Eastern Courier

The Howick Local Board has approved $30,000 to fund a "strategic operational review" of Uxbridge Arts and Culture to assist with future planning.

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3109 days ago

Man accused of impersonating immigration officer, conning couple out of $100K

Reporter Eastern Courier

A man pretended to be an immigration officer and demanded nearly $100,000 from a couple, police say. The 29-year-old, from Burswood in east Auckland, appeared in the Auckland District Court on Friday afternoon. He was charged with obtaining by deception.

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3110 days ago

Returned serviceman fleeced of life savings by daughter

Reporter Eastern Courier

When 95-year-old World War II veteran Ron Greenhalgh died on Father's Day last year, he had barely enough to pay for his funeral, after his daughter stripped him of his life savings and spent them. The daughter will be sentenced in the Manukau District Court.

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3110 days ago

Study English, make friends and access further study

DynaSpeak Auckland CBD

Studying English with DynaSpeak can be your passport to Kiwi life! Make friends, access further study and upgrade your career. Flexible times, short courses, excellent teachers and great locations.

Not only is DynaSpeak a great place to learn English, it plays an important part in the social … View more
Studying English with DynaSpeak can be your passport to Kiwi life! Make friends, access further study and upgrade your career. Flexible times, short courses, excellent teachers and great locations.

Not only is DynaSpeak a great place to learn English, it plays an important part in the social life of new migrants to New Zealand. You can meet people who have similar experiences and situations while improving your communication skills.

The next course begins on 31 July, 2017. It runs for 18 weeks and when you successfully complete the course you will be awarded an NZQA approved New Zealand Certificate in English (NZCEL).

We are currently taking enrolments for all levels and campuses (Albany, Mangere, Queen Street (CBD), New Lynn, Mt Roskill and Botany). The courses are free if you are an NZ permanent resident or citizen.

For more information click on your language below, visit our website, email courses@dynaspeak.ac.nz or phone 0800 355 344.

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3110 days ago

The Favourite Teachers Awards - nominate the teacher who inspired you or your children

Reporter Sunday Star Times

From Dumbledore in Harry Potter, to Mr Holland in Mr Holland's Opus, to Miss Honey in Roald Dahl's famous Matilda, great teachers inspire us all. In New Zealand, Kiwi IT developers are giving teaching a hi-tech upgrade with the creation of robotic maths tutor Amy - but even they admit … View moreFrom Dumbledore in Harry Potter, to Mr Holland in Mr Holland's Opus, to Miss Honey in Roald Dahl's famous Matilda, great teachers inspire us all. In New Zealand, Kiwi IT developers are giving teaching a hi-tech upgrade with the creation of robotic maths tutor Amy - but even they admit robots will never replace the real thing. Nominations are now open for the Favourite Teacher Awards – tell us about the teacher who has inspired you or your children.

www.FavouriteTeacher.co.nz...

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3112 days ago

Consider the facts before drinking and driving

Reporter Eastern Courier

OPINION: The consequences of a crash, demerit points or conviction should be considered before consuming alcohol and getting behind the wheel.

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3115 days ago

Community Grants and Funding 2017

Communications from Franklin Local Board

If your community group is organising an event, or running a programme that benefits our community, then you could be eligible for a Franklin Local Board Grant.
Applications open 26 June - 4 August 2017

www.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz...

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3113 days ago

Score a FREE dip bowl for the perfect dipping occasion!

FreshChoice Otahuhu

Mix up a kiwi favourite by purchasing 2 Maggi packet soup mix and 2 Nestlé Reduced Cream Cans and you'll get a free dipping bowl to enjoy your dip! Find your local FreshChoice store and get your free bowl today! There are 4 Bowl Designs to Collect!
All FreshChoice supermarkets will have … View more
Mix up a kiwi favourite by purchasing 2 Maggi packet soup mix and 2 Nestlé Reduced Cream Cans and you'll get a free dipping bowl to enjoy your dip! Find your local FreshChoice store and get your free bowl today! There are 4 Bowl Designs to Collect!
All FreshChoice supermarkets will have the bowls available until while stocks last, so get in quick!
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3113 days ago

A lifetime's contribution to children recognised

Liu Chen Reporter from Eastern Courier

Manager of Auckland Boys' Choir Fraser Faulknor received a Queen's Service Medal for his contribution to children, education and music.

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3114 days ago

Cheers to the Volunteers

Fire and Emergency New Zealand

Every year, over 11,000 brave men and women keep us safe. Most of them are working full-time jobs. Many are parents or grandparents. When the siren sounds, they all come running.

If you know a fire volunteer, this is your chance to say thanks. #cheerstothevolunteers
Say thanks

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3114 days ago

20 Week Health Course at NZMA

NZMA

Are you looking for a change in career? Interested in Healthcare? Or do you just want to make a difference to people’s lives? If you answered yes to any of these then studying on a health course at NZMA may be the perfect next step.

Our 20 week course will equip you with the academic skills to… View more
Are you looking for a change in career? Interested in Healthcare? Or do you just want to make a difference to people’s lives? If you answered yes to any of these then studying on a health course at NZMA may be the perfect next step.

Our 20 week course will equip you with the academic skills to get a career in the health sector or help enhance your study further. The course provides learners with an overview and introduction to the main concepts of human health, wellbeing and the healthcare systems in New Zealand.

What’s more, this course is part of the Government-led Youth Guarantee programme so if you’re 16-19 you can study this course for FREE. Our next health course intake is starting in July, and we are enrolling now. You can apply online or call us on 0800 222 833 to learn more.
Apply online

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