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Reigning champions Bombay are the Counties Power Cup holders again after a convincing 32-23 win over Patumahoe at Bombay.
Bouncing back from a thrashing at the hands of Karaka a week earlier Bombay shot out to an early lead.
They were able to withstand any chance of a Patumahoe comeback in … View moreReigning champions Bombay are the Counties Power Cup holders again after a convincing 32-23 win over Patumahoe at Bombay.
Bouncing back from a thrashing at the hands of Karaka a week earlier Bombay shot out to an early lead.
They were able to withstand any chance of a Patumahoe comeback in the ...
A Franklin life-story and photography project is seeking seniors with an unusual anecdote to tell. …
SuperValue Supermarkets are helping the Willowbank Kiwi Breeding programme to set up a new crèche for little kiwis as part of the Operation Nest Egg. SuperValue and FreshChoice have donated $5,000 to help give a head start to building the new kiwi pens. You can help too by donating at your local … View moreSuperValue Supermarkets are helping the Willowbank Kiwi Breeding programme to set up a new crèche for little kiwis as part of the Operation Nest Egg. SuperValue and FreshChoice have donated $5,000 to help give a head start to building the new kiwi pens. You can help too by donating at your local SuperValue supermarket from the 20th March until the 23rd April 2017!
This is your chance to show your community a little love - and to WIN great prizes. Once again, The Warehouse and Neighbourly are encouraging neighbours to get more involved in their neighbourhood by creating a Great Community Clean Up event. It doesn't need to be anything big; picking up a … View moreThis is your chance to show your community a little love - and to WIN great prizes. Once again, The Warehouse and Neighbourly are encouraging neighbours to get more involved in their neighbourhood by creating a Great Community Clean Up event. It doesn't need to be anything big; picking up a little litter in your street, tidying up your favourite park, or removing bits and bobs from a nearby beach are all great events! Official 2017 Great Community Clean Up Events take place between 27 April and 3 May. Register your event now and be in to WIN!
Aucklanders have been making a strong effort to use less water and we want to thank you. Yesterday, Auckland’s water consumption was 397 million litres - that's 3 million litres under the target of 400 million litres or less!
We have increased capacity, we are still producing … View moreAucklanders have been making a strong effort to use less water and we want to thank you. Yesterday, Auckland’s water consumption was 397 million litres - that's 3 million litres under the target of 400 million litres or less!
We have increased capacity, we are still producing significantly less water than normal, so we need everyone to keep up the good work.
We are currently asking people to ‘Save20’ through voluntary water savings. This is about finding simple ways to reduce water use by 20 litres a day – such as taking shorter showers, turning off taps when brushing teeth or shaving and avoiding watering gardens and washing cars.
You can find out the latest about Auckland’s water supply situation, as well as more tips to help you reduce water use, at www.watercare.co.nz... or click the link below.
For new mums wanting to vent, learn more about babies, or meet other new mums, Space is an initiativ…
Pukekohe Volunteer Fire Brigade welcomed its new Chief Fire Officer this month. John Robinson, who …
Yesterday I launched the Housing First initiative with Minister Amy Adams. It's a proven model to end chronic homelessness and has worked both overseas and in New Zealand.
Tackling homelessness was an important campaign platform for me and I'm pleased we're working with five great … View moreYesterday I launched the Housing First initiative with Minister Amy Adams. It's a proven model to end chronic homelessness and has worked both overseas and in New Zealand.
Tackling homelessness was an important campaign platform for me and I'm pleased we're working with five great providers to end chronic homelessness in our city.
Rather than store items for the annual inorganic collection, we’d love you to think about selling or donating your unwanted reusable items any time of the year. So we worked with Neighbourly to create a dedicated space for you to offer your unwanted items to others in your neighbourhood
… View moreRather than store items for the annual inorganic collection, we’d love you to think about selling or donating your unwanted reusable items any time of the year. So we worked with Neighbourly to create a dedicated space for you to offer your unwanted items to others in your neighbourhood
Take a look at what residents across Auckland are giving away for FREE or give away or sell an item now.
All Auckland households can book an annual Auckland Council inorganic rubbish collection of up to 1 cubic metre (roughly the size of a small trailer load). Find out what can be collected here. And while you’re at it, don’t forget to book your inorganic collection.
This is the last daily showcase of two of our AMI Community Grant finalists, sharing a bit more about the great work that they're doing in Kiwi communities. You can help support these organisations by voting for them to win their share of $20,000.
Under the Stars - Homeless in Tauranga
We … View moreThis is the last daily showcase of two of our AMI Community Grant finalists, sharing a bit more about the great work that they're doing in Kiwi communities. You can help support these organisations by voting for them to win their share of $20,000.
Under the Stars - Homeless in Tauranga
We are a Charitable Trust feeding the homeless and needy. We supply hygiene necessities, blankets, and clothing for those in need. We are also fortunate to have a hairdresser occasionally on site who gives her services for free. Recently we have begun to hold a drop in afternoon every second Thursday, giving people the opportunity to have a light lunch and a chance to chat. We are hoping to develop this afternoon more by offering a variety of creative arts. The volunteers that commit time and energy towards our meals do so mostly out of their own funds.
VOTE NOW!
Proposed youth centre for Keith Street Wanganui central district
I propose the opening and running of a youth centre based in Keith street or Wanganui cbd. The benefits of having a youth centre in the community will bring together the younger and older generations, so we can learn from each others mistakes and experiences to enhance each other’s lives. We have a mixture of people from different cultures in our society in such a small radius that sometimes we forget about those who really are struggling with life, and they are the most vulnerable people in our society. I want to change that for the better, and help those people that are struggling to survive on the basic benefit or wages. VOTE NOW!
It's almost Neighbours Day! Share the love by bringing over a beautiful batch of Lemonade Scones to your neighbour and share them over a nice warm cuppa or coffee. This scrumptious recipe only takes 40 minutes from start to freshly baked out of the oven! It's the simple gestures that go a… View moreIt's almost Neighbours Day! Share the love by bringing over a beautiful batch of Lemonade Scones to your neighbour and share them over a nice warm cuppa or coffee. This scrumptious recipe only takes 40 minutes from start to freshly baked out of the oven! It's the simple gestures that go a long way. Celebrate Neighbours Day on the 25th and 26th March and surprise the friendly folk living around you with these tasty treats.
New Zealand Rugby’s teenage rugby ambassador, Sonny Bill Williams, made an appearance at Pukekohe High School today. The visit was part of New Zealand Rugby’s 2017 recruitment drive for players, coaches and referees.
Buckland School held it's 125th anniversary on Friday, which saw past students reminisce about their time at school.
What is your favourite memory from primary school?
Have you visited the school since you left? What did you think of the changes?
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