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3131 days ago

Poll: One drink limit for adults dining with kids . . .

Julie Kaio Reporter from Franklin County News

Given the stress that's often involved in taking children to a restaurant, it's not surprising that many parents look forward to relaxing with drink or two while waiting for their meals to arrive.
But one US restaurant is ensuring parents behave themselves while dining at their … View more
Given the stress that's often involved in taking children to a restaurant, it's not surprising that many parents look forward to relaxing with drink or two while waiting for their meals to arrive.
But one US restaurant is ensuring parents behave themselves while dining at their establishment, with a one-drink policy for parents dining with their kids.
WHAT DO YOU THINK?
READ MORE: www.stuff.co.nz...

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One drink limit for adults dining with kids . . .
  • 28.6% Yep, one drink is enough
    28.6% Complete
  • 71.4% PC gone overboard - parents' choice, not the restaurants!
    71.4% Complete
14 votes
3132 days ago

Auckland Council approves $207 million for new trains

Julie Kaio Reporter from Franklin County News

Auckland will have 17 new electric trains in operation by 2019.
Auckland Council approved the $207 million purchase as passenger use across the existing train network increased rapidly.
The trains will replace existing diesel trains between Papakura and Pukekohe, and are fitted with modern ...

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3132 days ago

Pregnant car crash survivor Desiré Purnell pays tribute to her rescuers

Natalie from Pukekohe

Have a read of this story Neighbours! Makes you realise the importance of airbags and seat belts!
www.stuff.co.nz...

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3132 days ago

City Centre Transport Changes - Customs Street West

Communications Team from Auckland Transport

Customs Street West between Downtown Carpark and Albert Street will be reduced to one lane until November while City Rail Link Limited (CRLL) complete the necessary works in this area.

The pedestrian layout at the Albert/Customs Street intersection will also change.

Please expect delays in … View more
Customs Street West between Downtown Carpark and Albert Street will be reduced to one lane until November while City Rail Link Limited (CRLL) complete the necessary works in this area.

The pedestrian layout at the Albert/Customs Street intersection will also change.

Please expect delays in the area and plan your travel in advance.

Find out more about City Centre Transport Changes on our website: at.govt.nz...

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3132 days ago

AGFA 35mm Slide and Filmstrip Projector

Warren from Pukekohe

I have a AGFA 35mm Slide and Filmstrip Projector manufactured about 1958 free to a good home. It has spare bulb and does work although the fan makes a loud noise. Ph 021 703370

Free

3133 days ago

5 of Neighbourly's quirkiest posts!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The Neighbourly team love to see whats happening across the country. So we thought we'd share five of the most interesting posts we've found this year!

From Spanish celebrities to Hedgehog Hospitals - Check out our list of quirky Neighbourly Posts here!

Did you know that you can … View more
The Neighbourly team love to see whats happening across the country. So we thought we'd share five of the most interesting posts we've found this year!

From Spanish celebrities to Hedgehog Hospitals - Check out our list of quirky Neighbourly Posts here!

Did you know that you can browse posts from neighbourhoods across the country on our Public Notices tab? Any content shared to these public pages are posts that have been made with the "Public Post" box ticked.
Take a look now!

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3134 days ago

NZ Built caravan. Fully Self Contained

Christine from Waiuku

A good solidly kiwi built caravan. We've upgraded to a larger van from the same builder. A lot of lovely memories made.

Price: $17,500

3134 days ago

Session times

Cinema from Pukekohe

This weeks new films are: Atomic Blonde, The Big Sick & Hampstead :)

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3134 days ago

Counties Manukau Steelers learning the benefits of growing own veges

Julie Kaio Reporter from Franklin County News

The Counties Manukau Steelers have shifted their focus off the pitch for the new rugby season.
Steelers players have created new planter boxes at their Drury training base and during the course of the Mitre 10 Cup the players will grow various produce including broccoli, corn and kale. 
The … View more
The Counties Manukau Steelers have shifted their focus off the pitch for the new rugby season.
Steelers players have created new planter boxes at their Drury training base and during the course of the Mitre 10 Cup the players will grow various produce including broccoli, corn and kale. 
The ...

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3134 days ago

Karaka's Kim Watson hits the States for storm chase of a lifetime

Julie Kaio Reporter from Franklin County News

It was an adrenaline rush unlike anything she'd ever experienced before.
Pressed up against the side of the van in New Mexico, it was the moment Kim Watson had dreamt of since she was a small child.
The Karaka resident has always had a fascination with storms and in June, she embarked on … View more
It was an adrenaline rush unlike anything she'd ever experienced before.
Pressed up against the side of the van in New Mexico, it was the moment Kim Watson had dreamt of since she was a small child.
The Karaka resident has always had a fascination with storms and in June, she embarked on an ...

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3134 days ago

Apply now to perform at Diwali Festival 2017!

The Team from

Can your group perform a brilliant Bharatanatyan, an awesome Odissi, a magnificent Manipuri and more? Can you get the crowd jumping with your Bhangra or blitz the competition with your Bollywood dance?

The Auckland Diwali Festival team is on the search for performers for this year’s festival, … View more
Can your group perform a brilliant Bharatanatyan, an awesome Odissi, a magnificent Manipuri and more? Can you get the crowd jumping with your Bhangra or blitz the competition with your Bollywood dance?

The Auckland Diwali Festival team is on the search for performers for this year’s festival, happening from Sat 14 - Sun 15 Oct, at Aotea Square.

Apply now! Applications close this Mon 31 July.

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3134 days ago

Want FREE Resene cleaning products?

Resene

Clean up around your place with your choice of a free Resene cleaning product when you spend $100 or more at your local Resene ColorShop during July 2017. Plus get 10L of Resene Ceiling Paint white for $99!

These offers are available to Resene ColorShop/DIY cardholders. Not a cardholder? … View more
Clean up around your place with your choice of a free Resene cleaning product when you spend $100 or more at your local Resene ColorShop during July 2017. Plus get 10L of Resene Ceiling Paint white for $99!

These offers are available to Resene ColorShop/DIY cardholders. Not a cardholder? Don't worry; you can sign up FREE when you’re in store. Find out more now.

Tinting and PaintWise levy extra.
Find out more

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3134 days ago

Sales and installation expert wanted

Santa Fé Shutter & Blind Experts

Are you good at selling? Would you like to use your skills in joinery, cabinet making, building, renovating or other similar trades in a different way? Do you have energy and enthusiasm?

Santa Fé have residential and commercial customers looking for design and fitment of window furnishing … View more
Are you good at selling? Would you like to use your skills in joinery, cabinet making, building, renovating or other similar trades in a different way? Do you have energy and enthusiasm?

Santa Fé have residential and commercial customers looking for design and fitment of window furnishing solutions such as interior and exterior shutters and blinds. This role requires you to meet with customers, design solutions, prepare drawings and quotations, and install high quality, custom-made products.

Please drop in and see us for more information and to have a chat on Saturday 29th July, from 10am until 2pm, at the Santa Fé showroom.

You can find us at Unit 4, 761 Great South Road, Penrose. Or contact Sharon Searle by phone on 021 610 384 or email sharon@smsconsulting.co.nz
Learn more

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3134 days ago

Glass hallway table for sale

Lizzie from Pukekohe

Glass hallway table for sale. Good as new. No scratches. Selling as no longer needed but in good condition. Please feel free to ask any questions.

Price: $150

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