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Close to 400 kids will tackle the Fulton Swim School's Franklin Primary Schools Triathlon on Friday, March 10.
The event will see youngsters swim, bike and run around the scenic Clarks Beach course, and organiser Daniel Fulton said he was looking forward to seeing some happy faces crossing … View moreClose to 400 kids will tackle the Fulton Swim School's Franklin Primary Schools Triathlon on Friday, March 10.
The event will see youngsters swim, bike and run around the scenic Clarks Beach course, and organiser Daniel Fulton said he was looking forward to seeing some happy faces crossing the ...
By doing something as simple as purchasing a 2017/18 Entertainment Book you can make a difference to the lives of animals in need.
Please spread the word that we are fundraising with Entertainment Books in order to raise funds for the animals that come into our care and the new 2017/18 books are… View moreBy doing something as simple as purchasing a 2017/18 Entertainment Book you can make a difference to the lives of animals in need.
Please spread the word that we are fundraising with Entertainment Books in order to raise funds for the animals that come into our care and the new 2017/18 books are now available to pre-order!
By pre-ordering you will also receive extra bonus vouchers worth up to $400!
Share the link below in order to encourage those in your life to treat themselves and help save lives.
Pre-order your book or digital membership here - www.spcaauckland.org.nz...
Neighbours' Day Aotearoa is happening on 25 & 26 March. It's a great chance to involve your neighbours in your emergency plan - work out who can help you and who might need your help. www.happens.nz...
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A transformative rehabilitation project at Paremoremo Auckland Prison is reducing waste sent to landfill and upskilling inmates for a life outside.
George will be building a tiny house at Mitre 10 Mega Manukau tomorrow from 10-12. He proposes that tiny houses are a way for people to get on the property ladder.
One retiring New Zealand couple recently also chose to build a tiny house. It has enabled them to release equity in their home … View moreGeorge will be building a tiny house at Mitre 10 Mega Manukau tomorrow from 10-12. He proposes that tiny houses are a way for people to get on the property ladder.
One retiring New Zealand couple recently also chose to build a tiny house. It has enabled them to release equity in their home and go travelling.
Our annual Jennian Homes Mother’s Day Fun Run/Walk is back for 2017 – and with more than 20 locations nationwide, it is set to be bigger and better than ever!
The Jennian Homes Mother’s Day Fun Run/Walk is part of an initiative to support the Heart Foundation’s ‘Heart Foundation for … View moreOur annual Jennian Homes Mother’s Day Fun Run/Walk is back for 2017 – and with more than 20 locations nationwide, it is set to be bigger and better than ever!
The Jennian Homes Mother’s Day Fun Run/Walk is part of an initiative to support the Heart Foundation’s ‘Heart Foundation for Women’ campaign, which aims to empower women to take charge of their heart health.
We hope you will among the thousands decked out in the iconic Dick Frizzell designed red t-shirts this Mother’s Day.
Register for this year’s Mother’s Day Fun Run/Walk before 31 March to receive early bird pricing. Plus, we've got over $25,000 worth of fantastic prizes up for grabs including: Fitbit activity trackers, Stirling Sports vouchers, Canopy Camping Escapes, Fujifilm NZ Instax Cameras + more.
So, if you haven’t made plans this Mother’s Day, please join us, get your active wear and running shoes ready to walk alongside thousands of other women to promote good heart health.
Sign up to a 5km Fun Run/Walk near you to show your support! Buy tickets now.
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New Zealand was named the most sociable country on the Legatum Prosperity Index.
Do you think they got it right? What makes Kiwis such a sociable bunch? Let us know below.
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What do you want Franklin to look like in the future? More transport options?, park development? These are some of the topics of discussion in Auckland Council’s 2017/2018 Annual Budget. Consultation is now open online until 4pm Monday 27 March 2017.
One person has died after after an early-morning crash near Pukekohe, south of Auckland. Emergency s…
We're jumping on our bikes to cycle the length of the country! Help us raise more than $300,000 for Plunket New Zealand. Follow the journey and donate at www.pedalforplunket.org.nz #Pedal4Plunket
Does your community group need funding?
Are you putting together a project or event in the Franklin Local Board area? As well as the standard local grants, the local board is now able to approve quick response grants of up to $2000. Priority is given to: community events, community safety, health… View moreDoes your community group need funding?
Are you putting together a project or event in the Franklin Local Board area? As well as the standard local grants, the local board is now able to approve quick response grants of up to $2000. Priority is given to: community events, community safety, health and wellbeing, environment.
Applications for Quick Response Grants: 13 Mar - 7 April
Applications for Local Board Grants : 13 Mar - 7 April
Counties Fitness celebrated the 100th release of its most popular Les Mills fitness programme recent…
Students are about to head back to Uni as the semester begins, which means there will be extra pressure on the roads. Auckland Transport have put on more seats to try and accommodate the increased usage including introducing four double decker buses in the North Shore.
Make sure you look out … View moreStudents are about to head back to Uni as the semester begins, which means there will be extra pressure on the roads. Auckland Transport have put on more seats to try and accommodate the increased usage including introducing four double decker buses in the North Shore.
Make sure you look out for train timetable changes from 12 March too.
Buckland School is gearing up for its 125th anniversary this month, and it's set to be one of the school's biggest celebrations yet. The school was originally opened in 1892, and was used for social functions and church services, and became the heart of the community. Those were the … View moreBuckland School is gearing up for its 125th anniversary this month, and it's set to be one of the school's biggest celebrations yet. The school was originally opened in 1892, and was used for social functions and church services, and became the heart of the community. Those were the days when ...
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