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Have you seen Auckland Transport’s proposals to make Pukekohe’s town centre safer to move around – whether you are driving or walking?
The proposals include new raised zebra crossings and traffic lights in the town centre. Find out more and |have your say|.
Public feedback closes on … View moreHave you seen Auckland Transport’s proposals to make Pukekohe’s town centre safer to move around – whether you are driving or walking?
The proposals include new raised zebra crossings and traffic lights in the town centre. Find out more and |have your say|.
Public feedback closes on Wednesday 31 August, 2022
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Read our handy gift guide to get those last minute Father's Day shopping ideas, while PriceMe's easy to use cost comparison website will save you the … View moreWhether he's a new dad, a super special father figure or a many times grandad, find the perfect present to spoil him with PriceMe.
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If you've got an idea to help build the community, or you've got practical skills you'd be happy to share with others, then join us for our AGM. The Waiuku Community Workshop is a hub for locals to build, repair and be social over woodworking. We need ideas on how to help the … View moreIf you've got an idea to help build the community, or you've got practical skills you'd be happy to share with others, then join us for our AGM. The Waiuku Community Workshop is a hub for locals to build, repair and be social over woodworking. We need ideas on how to help the community; share yours. Email toollibrary@waiukuzerowaste.co.nz to register.
The Waiuku & Districts Community Workshop Trust (!) AGM, Wednesday 14th September, 5pm at Waiuku Zero Waste, 5 Hosking Place.
The South Auckland Orchid Society is back in business after a Covid-19 induced hiatus, bringing its orchid show to Pukekohe on Saturday September 03.
The colourful and dynamic orchid has been one of Ernie and Margaret Harvey’s great loves for most of their lives.
Their bright colours and … View moreThe South Auckland Orchid Society is back in business after a Covid-19 induced hiatus, bringing its orchid show to Pukekohe on Saturday September 03.
The colourful and dynamic orchid has been one of Ernie and Margaret Harvey’s great loves for most of their lives.
Their bright colours and hardiness mean they are blooming in the Harvey’s Mangatāwhiri home year round. And now you can see them too, at the Pukekohe Town Hall, alongside dozens of other blooms with their proud growers.'
Margaret Harvey grows her orchids in pots, so she can move them around as she likes. At one stage when the couple lived in Pukekohe, her shade house held around 200 orchids.
The Harvey’s have been members of the South Auckland Orchid Society for just about as long as the society has been running. Founded in the early 1970s, many of the society’s members are either longstanding like the Harveys or sadly passed away.
The couple are eager to see younger people join in and get as excited about orchids as them, and enjoy just how much joy they can bring to their home.
“The biggest thing with being a member is you learn from other people’s mistakes, or problems. You can learn what results people get, and what’s the best thing to grow them in.”
They said while the internet can offer a lot of information, other Kiwi growers are the best source of knowledge because of our unique climate, with a lot of information out there based on the United States’ weather.
Ernie and Margaret said the society has been a family to them over the years, providing much more than advice on orchids alone.
Margaret said members also offer each other garden tours to visit their own growing practices.
“Because we’re a small number, we’re all friendly, we all go have a coffee and chat and things like that,” Ernie said.
“And not only in our club, you make friends in other clubs – Howick, Waitākere, Waikato and even North Shore clubs - we all get together and have a natter.”
The South Auckland Orchid Show will be on Saturday, September 03 from 10am until 3.30pm at the Pukekohe Memorial Town Hall.
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BPW Franklin Inc. invites the public to Meet the Candidates on Sept 28th Mix and Mingle 6pm followed by dinner at the Pukekohe Cosmopolitan Club, Nelson St, Pukekohe. Cost: $30 Prepay 02 0404 0100956 00. book with catering@bpwfranklin.org.nz stating name and any special dietary requirements.
… View moreBPW Franklin Inc. invites the public to Meet the Candidates on Sept 28th Mix and Mingle 6pm followed by dinner at the Pukekohe Cosmopolitan Club, Nelson St, Pukekohe. Cost: $30 Prepay 02 0404 0100956 00. book with catering@bpwfranklin.org.nz stating name and any special dietary requirements.
Alternatively 7.45pm in Main lounge of the Cossie Club. No charge.
Thanks to Covid illness and isolation among staff, the Pukekohe Anglican Op Shop is closed this week. The Op Shop will open again as usual from 9am to noon next Wednesday, August 31, Friday September 2 and Saturday September 3. Ladies' jumpers and tops buy one get one free, kids' clothes … View moreThanks to Covid illness and isolation among staff, the Pukekohe Anglican Op Shop is closed this week. The Op Shop will open again as usual from 9am to noon next Wednesday, August 31, Friday September 2 and Saturday September 3. Ladies' jumpers and tops buy one get one free, kids' clothes fill a bag $5, men's shirts buy one get one free. All sales cash only, no Eftpos. The Pukekohe Anglican Op Shop is behind St Andrew's, the brick church on the corner of Queen St and Wesley St, Pukekohe.
Just a reminder of our location - in Hall Street, Pukekohe behind the pink pillars opposite MacDonalds. Come and visit us - we would love to see you.
Looking for a wedding dress - the IHC Op Shop has a range in different sizes all reduced to $40 so come in a have look.
How do I contact the team at Neighbourly to ask to have a notice in the Franklin County News amended so the BPW Franklin notice in 'What's On' has the contact details in it. There is nowhere on the web page that directs users to any contacts.
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Daffodil Day is the Cancer Society’s largest fundraising and awareness campaign, and it’s crucial to allow us to support those impacted by cancer. We offer everything from a helpline and counselling support through to transport and accommodation during treatment.
Cancer doesn’t stop, and … View moreDaffodil Day is the Cancer Society’s largest fundraising and awareness campaign, and it’s crucial to allow us to support those impacted by cancer. We offer everything from a helpline and counselling support through to transport and accommodation during treatment.
Cancer doesn’t stop, and with your help, we won’t either. More New Zealanders will get cancer this year than ever before and no one should face cancer alone. Just $24 helps get someone to treatment. Please give generously this Daffodil Day so we can continue to be a lifeline for people with cancer and their whānau.
To donate today, visit daffodilday.org.nz.
We know the weather forecast for tomorrow is not good but the IHC Shop in Pukekohe will still be open and it is Thursday Fill A Basket Day for $10.00 in the main shop.
Need to grab some last minute winter clothes or restock your wardrobe with summer items come into the IHC Op Shop in Pukekohe where we have a range of both with more summer clothes coming in all the time. All at very reasonable prices. Come in and have a look.
The NZ Compare Awards are back... and we have introduced MOBILE Awards for the first time returning as an in-person celebration with a Gala Awards night hosted by Mike McRoberts in Auckland on December 1st 2022.
Recognising excellence, leadership and innovation in the New Zealand utility … View moreThe NZ Compare Awards are back... and we have introduced MOBILE Awards for the first time returning as an in-person celebration with a Gala Awards night hosted by Mike McRoberts in Auckland on December 1st 2022.
Recognising excellence, leadership and innovation in the New Zealand utility sectors, the NZ Compare Awards are back for the 6th year and in response to consumer demand, we have introduced MOBILE Awards for the first time.
As the boundaries between the utility industries continue to blur the organisers have responded to growing demand to increase the categories and industries celebrated by the NZ Compare Awards and will now recognise excellence and achievement within New Zealand’s BROADBAND, ENERGY and MOBILE sectors for the first time.
Award categories are consumer driven and informed by the 300,000 Kiwis who use NZ Compare websites each month. Winning carries real gravitas with the Kiwi consumer and the awards represent an opportunity to be confident in the talent and vision your company has worked so hard towards. This significant event will recognise the companies that provide New Zealanders with the very best products and services across these essential industries.
The NZ Compare Awards are supported by a wide range of companies including Movinghub, Vector Metering, Chorus, realestate.co.nz and Neighbourly. The prestigious awards will recognise the companies that provide New Zealanders with the very best products and services in their industries. With a range of different categories including best home and mobile provider, best customer support, fastest service, best rural provider and best broadband innovation.
Winning an NZ Compare Award depends on a combination of criteria. These include consumer surveys and reviews on the NZ Compare websites and decisions from our expert judging panel.
"Judged by an independent panel of New Zealand experts and presented at our gala awards event, the NZ Compare Awards provide a unique stage on which we recognize and reward the achievements of the New Zealand utility sectors." said Gavin Male, CEO of NZ Compare.
So what do you think? Give a shout out to your favourite utility provider here - not just for doing their job... we want to hear about those that go above and beyond! Who should be a winner?
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