Awhitu - Pollok news is brought to you by the team at Franklin County News
Recent posts
Thank you for using Neighbourly
Hi Aucklanders,
The new regional fuel tax has come into effect, pushing the price of fuel up an extra 11.5c a litre at some pumps.
The revenue has been earmarked to improve Auckland’s roads and public transport, but the new tax has divided opinion.
Will the new tax change your driving … View moreHi Aucklanders,
The new regional fuel tax has come into effect, pushing the price of fuel up an extra 11.5c a litre at some pumps.
The revenue has been earmarked to improve Auckland’s roads and public transport, but the new tax has divided opinion.
Will the new tax change your driving and transport habits? Will you take public transport more often, carpool, or change where you fill up?
Here's some tips to beat the new regional fuel tax.
Its almost time for school holidays and we are already getting bookings in for the week!! We do advise as it is a very busy period for us. That you book in advance to have secured seats :)
The new Franklin rugby league team have taken the Sharman Cup by storm - proving true to their name.…
Karaka knocked over one of the leading sides for the second week running to keep alive their semifin…
A grieving mother had her car clamped minutes after giving a statement about her dead son at Henderson Police Station.
Her friend called the clamping company to ask for sympathy but they wouldn't have a bar of it.
What do you think? Should she be let off?
Read more: www.stuff.co.nz...
New Zealand artists are preparing to showcase their talent at the 29th Franklin Arts Festival (FAF),…
The NZ Transport Agency has posted a list of the overnight closures for motorway improvements which will run from July 1-7. These include George Bolt Memorial Drive, Southwestern Motorway, Upper Harbour Motorway, Northwestern Motorway, Southern Motorway and Northern Motorway. … View moreThe NZ Transport Agency has posted a list of the overnight closures for motorway improvements which will run from July 1-7. These include George Bolt Memorial Drive, Southwestern Motorway, Upper Harbour Motorway, Northwestern Motorway, Southern Motorway and Northern Motorway. Click here to check the dates and locations.
Closures start at 9pm and finish at 5am, unless otherwise stated. During these times, please follow the signposted detours.
Source: NZTA
Image: Stuff
Auckland Council has released a new draft Facility Partnerships Policy which focuses on delivering more community facilities and building stronger partnerships with community organisations.
Dogs are happiness on four legs. Their lives are about finding joy and having fun, and if the current moment isn't exactly fun - bathtime, maybe - then it's tolerable because after it's over, there's bound to be fun later.
A dog's happiness makes us happy. And that makes … View moreDogs are happiness on four legs. Their lives are about finding joy and having fun, and if the current moment isn't exactly fun - bathtime, maybe - then it's tolerable because after it's over, there's bound to be fun later.
A dog's happiness makes us happy. And that makes them happy, and the whole glorious cycle starts again. What makes your four-legged friend happy? Share with your neighbours here :) And happy Furry Friday!
A $30 million Hilton hotel is set to open its doors in Karaka in 2020. The 120-room building will b…
The Franklin Local Board is helping make local children safe, it's got together with Auckland Transp…
Hey Auckland,
What do you think about the Government's new 10-year transport plan? Although the rest of the country is set to benefit from transport investment, it's a double-whammy for Aucklanders. Locals will now have to face petrol price hikes as well as the newly approved regional … View moreHey Auckland,
What do you think about the Government's new 10-year transport plan? Although the rest of the country is set to benefit from transport investment, it's a double-whammy for Aucklanders. Locals will now have to face petrol price hikes as well as the newly approved regional fuel tax.
How will this affect you and your family? Are you for or against the new plan? Will the petrol price hikes force you to use more public transport? Let us know in the replies!
80 cubic m of pine mulch, ready for the garden or calf sheds. Need to have a loading vehicle, no small purchasers
Passengers travelling on all flights at Auckland Airport domestic terminal were off-loaded from their planes after a security breach this morning.
Aviation Security has started re-screening passengers but there will be flight delays. Please check with your airline to see whether your flight is … View morePassengers travelling on all flights at Auckland Airport domestic terminal were off-loaded from their planes after a security breach this morning.
Aviation Security has started re-screening passengers but there will be flight delays. Please check with your airline to see whether your flight is affected.
Read the full story here.
Image: Stuff
Funding Connection is available to work with your school, registered charity or not-for-profit organisation now!
Do you need funding for: sports equipment, a new playground, IT equipment, programme delivery, music therapy, cycle tracks or a new van? … View moreFunding Connection is available to work with your school, registered charity or not-for-profit organisation now!
Do you need funding for: sports equipment, a new playground, IT equipment, programme delivery, music therapy, cycle tracks or a new van? Funding for these and other items is available. Share your need for funding story with me and together we’ll compile a concise application that “packs a punch”, avoiding common pitfalls that mean your application might not be considered.
With a 90% application success rate, in the last 12 months, Funding Connection has helped clients access more than $342,000 in grant funds.
Learn how to write a cover letter for maximum impact, what supporting information should look like and tips on compiling your Accountability Report. Fees are charged at an hourly flat rate which is capped at 10 hours, so you know you won’t be charged any more than originally discussed. Contact us now and get your funding sorted!
Check out our Facebook page here!
© Neighbourly 2025
Loading…
