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2718 days ago

Urgent Hair models please

Alice from Pukekohe

Morning
My sister is training in hairdressing and is in urgent need of hair models
She needs one today at 10am
Feel free to pm me for details
$40 for all over colour had mine done this week and love it
At Common Thread in Pukekohe
Tracey Anderson

2712 days ago

Poll: To change or not to change?

Emelyn McHardy Reporter from Franklin County News

Hey Neighbours,
How do you feel about your name?
Do you like it?
Do you hate it?
Do you want to change it?

One woman had her younger years tainted by the fact that she shared her name with five others in her class, so she changed it as soon as possible.

Now her daughter Esmee is about to … View more
Hey Neighbours,
How do you feel about your name?
Do you like it?
Do you hate it?
Do you want to change it?

One woman had her younger years tainted by the fact that she shared her name with five others in her class, so she changed it as soon as possible.

Now her daughter Esmee is about to start full-time education but will be sharing her name with two others in her class.

Horrified by this the mother posted to an anonymous parenting site if it would be unreasonable to change her daughter's name.

What do you think?
Has anyone in Franklin had a similar name situation?
What did you do about it?

Please put NFP if you don't want your comment printed.

Read more about the name situation: www.stuff.co.nz...

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To change or not to change?
  • 33.3% Who cares? It's just a name.
    33.3% Complete
  • 8.3% Her daughter, her decision.
    8.3% Complete
  • 0% Of course I would change her name.
    0% Complete
  • 58.3% She's daft if she does that.
    58.3% Complete
12 votes
2712 days ago

Minister's balancing act

The Team from ACC New Zealand

ACC Minister Hon. Iain Lees-Galloway recently swapped his suit for shorts and a tee to join a ‘Live Stronger for Longer’ strength and balance class. These classes help us as we age to retain lower body and core strength, remaining active to avoid falls.

No-one is bullet proof, falls happen … View more
ACC Minister Hon. Iain Lees-Galloway recently swapped his suit for shorts and a tee to join a ‘Live Stronger for Longer’ strength and balance class. These classes help us as we age to retain lower body and core strength, remaining active to avoid falls.

No-one is bullet proof, falls happen and some can result in broken bones, pain and long healing times and can also make us fearful of falling again. Losing confidence can really affect quality of life.

Live Stronger for Longer strength and balance classes are growing nationwide. Visit www.livestronger.org.nz and join a class near you, you’ll find lots of practical information, advice and resources on how to live an active, healthy and independent life.

Proudly brought to you by ACC, MoH, HQSC and your local community health providers.
Join a class near you

2713 days ago

Poll: Would you pay?

Reporter Franklin County News

Hey guys, in a recent Stuff article Mark Cory-Wright was dumbfounded to receive a one-cent invoice from IRD.

Now the question is, would you pay it back?

READ MORE: www.stuff.co.nz...

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Would you pay?
  • 23.5% Nah it's not worth it.
    23.5% Complete
  • 41.2% I pay back what I owe.
    41.2% Complete
  • 35.3% I'd send them a 10 cent coin and ask for change.
    35.3% Complete
17 votes
2715 days ago

Winter heating hacks

Emelyn McHardy Reporter from Franklin County News

Hey Neighbours,
With the warmer weather still a few months away, it can be tempting to blast the heater or stay in the warm shower a little longer.

However, heating can be expensive, which is why Terry Johnson took heating into his own hands with his DIY solar heat collector.

Because of … View more
Hey Neighbours,
With the warmer weather still a few months away, it can be tempting to blast the heater or stay in the warm shower a little longer.

However, heating can be expensive, which is why Terry Johnson took heating into his own hands with his DIY solar heat collector.

Because of this Johnson and his family were able to heat there home for an estimated $1.50 per year.

Will any Franklin DIY fanatics be attempting this heating life hack?
Or do you have your own tricks for cost-effective heating in the winter?
Let us know in the comments below.

Please put NFP if you don't want your comment to be printed.

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2713 days ago

Surprising secret to liveable neighbourhoods

Housing New Zealand

Housing our growing population inevitably means building more houses in closer proximity to one another. It’s a big change for Kiwis who grew up with the idea of the ‘quarter acre paradise’. But research shows that residents of higher density suburbs actually tend to be happier and healthier. Read more here

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2714 days ago

Auckland City Police operation launched as crime-peak period begins

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Operation Pencil will see increased Police patrols as a significant operation is launched cracking down on serious and vehicle crime throughout the Auckland West.

Historically, car and other crime spikes from mid-July to early September and police are committed to this prevention-focused … View more
Operation Pencil will see increased Police patrols as a significant operation is launched cracking down on serious and vehicle crime throughout the Auckland West.

Historically, car and other crime spikes from mid-July to early September and police are committed to this prevention-focused operation to address this peak period. Police will be targeting high crime areas such as carparks, shopping malls, gas stations and railway stations and known priority crime offenders.

Vehicle crime will be a particular focus for us and we know the most common types of cars targeted by thieves in this area are:
- Mazda Demio
- Subaru Legacy
- Mazda Familia
- Subaru Impreza.

Seventy per cent of vehicles that are stolen in the Auckland City District are recovered, however, the Police aim is to reduce the offending occurring in the first place. Operation Pencil will conclude on August 24, 2018.

More information at the Police website.
Imafe: Stuff.co.nz

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2721 days ago

Poll: Which came first, the chicken or the cage?

Reporter Franklin County News

Hi all, a recent stuff article tackled a question most grocery buying kiwi have faced. Do I buy with my conscience and grab the free-range eggs? Or do I focus on the purse strings and go for the caged option?

READ MORE: www.stuff.co.nz...

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Which came first, the chicken or the cage?
  • 30.8% I'm not made of money. Caged.
    30.8% Complete
  • 61.5% Think of the chickens. Free-range.
    61.5% Complete
  • 7.7% Neither I buy colony.
    7.7% Complete
  • 0% It's all wrong. I'm a vegan.
    0% Complete
26 votes
2744 days ago

The latest in the fight against kauri dieback

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Science offers hope, and you can help by taking part in a citizen science project - link to Kauri Rescue in the story.

2715 days ago

Join our research panel

Communications Team from Auckland Transport

Keen to help shape the future of transport in Auckland? Sign up to our research panel and tell us what Aucklanders like you think about transport options, so we can improve our services.

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2715 days ago

Furniture factory clearance sale!

Furniture Haven

Hi neighbours, we're having a huge clearance sale with 50 - 70% off all stock!

We have a range of suites and chairs that are being sold in this one off clearance event. All our furniture is direct from the manufacturer.

Call us on 09 266 3148 or pop in a see us at 6 Mahia Road, ManurewaView more
Hi neighbours, we're having a huge clearance sale with 50 - 70% off all stock!

We have a range of suites and chairs that are being sold in this one off clearance event. All our furniture is direct from the manufacturer.

Call us on 09 266 3148 or pop in a see us at 6 Mahia Road, Manurewa

Hours: Monday to Friday 9.00-4.30, Saturday & Sundays 10.00 – 5.00
Find out more!

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