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It's National Volunteer Week from June 17 to June 23, so we're taking the chance to celebrate some of Franklin's awesome volunteers.
Who are some volunteers you know that you think deserve more recognition?
What are some great organisations you think could use … View moreHey Neighbours,
It's National Volunteer Week from June 17 to June 23, so we're taking the chance to celebrate some of Franklin's awesome volunteers.
Who are some volunteers you know that you think deserve more recognition?
What are some great organisations you think could use more volunteers?
Maybe you're a volunteer yourself - let us know why you chose to become a volunteer, and why you enjoy being it in the comments.
Also, check out one of Franklin's lifesavers who has been volunteering with the Waiuku St John Ambulance service for four years.
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For 10 years, Pukekohe has been supporting the Franklin Hospice charity shop, but as it rolls into …
St John is a drop of point this winter for Give a Kid a Blanket.
This amazing team collects blankets and other winter warmth to distribute to children and their families in Auckland.
If you’ve got any new or good quality preloved blankets, duvets, sleeping bags and sheets and bedding or … View moreSt John is a drop of point this winter for Give a Kid a Blanket.
This amazing team collects blankets and other winter warmth to distribute to children and their families in Auckland.
If you’ve got any new or good quality preloved blankets, duvets, sleeping bags and sheets and bedding or any new children’s pyjamas, thermals, socks, woollen hats, pillows or hot water bottles please drop them off at 2 Harrison Road between 8.30am and 3.30pm weekdays.
Collection runs to 22 July. If you’re wondering what they need most, it’s single and queen duvets and covers. Thanks in advance for your kindness.
Franklin is about to have its funny bone tickled this July as the Arts On Tour New Zealand (AOTNZ) i…
Moth plants are categorised as Surveillance pest plants which are pest plants banned from sale, distribution and display but not subject to mandatory removal.
Hi neighbours - Our specials this week are:
- Prime NZ whole rumps $11.95 per kg (sliced for free).
- 1kg Waitoa Free Range Chicken Wings $4.90 kg
- 1kg Waitoa Free Range Chicken Drums $4.90 kg
- 1kg Free Range Chicken Pet Mince $1.50 kg
Full range of Waitoa Free Range Chicken Available … View moreHi neighbours - Our specials this week are:
- Prime NZ whole rumps $11.95 per kg (sliced for free).
- 1kg Waitoa Free Range Chicken Wings $4.90 kg
- 1kg Waitoa Free Range Chicken Drums $4.90 kg
- 1kg Free Range Chicken Pet Mince $1.50 kg
Full range of Waitoa Free Range Chicken Available
Just Meat is open 6 days a week
Mon – Fri 8am - 5pm
Sat – 8am - 2pm
Check out our specials and look forward to seeing you at 80 Ascot Rd, Mangere, Auckland Ph: 09 257 4685
Volunteer Week is here, a chance to get out and help the community while gaining new experiences. I…
A Pukekohe train user believes he has a simple solution to help ease Pukekohe train station parking …
Aucklanders who sneak onto public transport without paying now face a hefty fine if caught, as new rules come into force this week. Instant fines of $150 will be issued to passengers who don't carry tickets. If they contest it in the courts, that could rise to $500.
Changes to the Land … View moreAucklanders who sneak onto public transport without paying now face a hefty fine if caught, as new rules come into force this week. Instant fines of $150 will be issued to passengers who don't carry tickets. If they contest it in the courts, that could rise to $500.
Changes to the Land Transport Act provides powers to transport officers on Auckland's public transport network, and regulations, which came into force yesterday, enable the issue of infringement notices.
Source: Newshub
Image: Stuff
On Wednesday 20 June the Board of Auckland Transport will consider the Regional Land Transport Programme (RLTP).
This will be a night to remember.
Heralded by The Washington Post as “talent that’s off the scale”, American violinist Stefan Jackiw makes his NZSO debut with Brahms’ beloved Violin Concerto. The NZSO will perform Tchaikovsky’s thrilling Symphony No. 4 and you will get to witness the … View moreThis will be a night to remember.
Heralded by The Washington Post as “talent that’s off the scale”, American violinist Stefan Jackiw makes his NZSO debut with Brahms’ beloved Violin Concerto. The NZSO will perform Tchaikovsky’s thrilling Symphony No. 4 and you will get to witness the world Premiere of Gareth Farr’s latest composition He iwi tahi tātou. This latest composition continues our Landfall commission series which commemorate the 250th anniversary in 2019 of Captain James Cook’s arrival in New Zealand.
Fri 22 Jun 7.30pm
Auckland Town Hall
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It's National Volunteer Week!
Volunteers create positive change on many fronts – human rights, faith communities, health, education, sports and recreation, social services, arts and culture, emergency services, the environment and conservation, animal welfare, and community support … View moreIt's National Volunteer Week!
Volunteers create positive change on many fronts – human rights, faith communities, health, education, sports and recreation, social services, arts and culture, emergency services, the environment and conservation, animal welfare, and community support development – the list is endless.
If you're interested in volunteering please check out the link below to find out about the different ways you can volunteer:
nationalvolunteerweek.nz...
National Volunteer Week (17 - 23 June). The NVW 2018 theme: Volunteers, The Heart of our Community – By many, the work will be completed, Mā tini, mā mano, ka rapa te whai.
#NVW2018
Patumahoe scored well after 80 minutes had ticked over to bag a vital 18-15 win over Karaka in the C…
We are excited to announce that the construction of five new apartments at Acacia Cove Village is well underway. This is going to be an interesting journey and we're sure the residents and staff will keep a close eye on the development.
There will be three apartments on the ground floor, … View moreWe are excited to announce that the construction of five new apartments at Acacia Cove Village is well underway. This is going to be an interesting journey and we're sure the residents and staff will keep a close eye on the development.
There will be three apartments on the ground floor, consisting of two bedrooms each. Upstairs will feature two apartments with three bedrooms each. They will be north-facing which will make them nice and sunny. If all goes well construction should be completed in early 2019.
Find out more about living at Acacia Cove Village.
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