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For anyone considering building, landscaping or revitalising their home, this year's Franklin Home & Lifestyle Expo will be the perfect outing. More than 5000 visitors are expected at the event on April 8-9 in Pukekohe, which will host over 100 exhibitors covering everything from home … View moreFor anyone considering building, landscaping or revitalising their home, this year's Franklin Home & Lifestyle Expo will be the perfect outing. More than 5000 visitors are expected at the event on April 8-9 in Pukekohe, which will host over 100 exhibitors covering everything from home loans ...
It's hard to believe there's just five weeks (2 April) until daylight savings ends and our clocks go back. So we want to know. Would you like more daylight in the evenings? Are you happy returning from work in the dark? Do you like the idea of clocks going back early May - rather than … View moreIt's hard to believe there's just five weeks (2 April) until daylight savings ends and our clocks go back. So we want to know. Would you like more daylight in the evenings? Are you happy returning from work in the dark? Do you like the idea of clocks going back early May - rather than early April? Share your thoughts on whether you love or loathe this idea and make sure you vote in our Daylight Savings poll too.
Try out these delicious high-energy Granola Bars! They're perfect as a snack, popping into lunch boxes or as a quick brekkie on the go. What's even better about this recipe is there is a dairy and gluten-free alternative! Check out the recipe now.
Bring in any food cans to your local Resene owned ColorShop this weekend and we'll swap your food can for a Resene testpot!*
Add a splash of colour not only to your life but to that of a disadvantaged Kiwi; all food cans will be donated to The Salvation Army local foodbanks and other … View moreBring in any food cans to your local Resene owned ColorShop this weekend and we'll swap your food can for a Resene testpot!*
Add a splash of colour not only to your life but to that of a disadvantaged Kiwi; all food cans will be donated to The Salvation Army local foodbanks and other community foodbanks, while you save up to $5.50 on each testpot purchase.
Don't miss out - there is nothing to lose with Hunger for Colour! but you've only got until tomorrow!
*60-80ml testpot
It's hard to believe there's just five weeks (2 April) until daylight savings ends and our clocks go back. So we want to know. Would you like more daylight in the evenings? Are you happy returning from work in the dark? Do you like the idea of clocks going back early May - rather than … View moreIt's hard to believe there's just five weeks (2 April) until daylight savings ends and our clocks go back. So we want to know. Would you like more daylight in the evenings? Are you happy returning from work in the dark? Do you like the idea of clocks going back early May - rather than early April? Vote below - and then click here to discuss the idea with your neighbours!
We are excited to be collaborating with iconic artist Dick Frizzell and Cooking 4 Change to find New Zealand’s most deserving charities and community groups! Nominate your most deserving local community group or charity to be in with a chance to win 1 of 3 ‘Freezzell’ fridges, artworked and… View moreWe are excited to be collaborating with iconic artist Dick Frizzell and Cooking 4 Change to find New Zealand’s most deserving charities and community groups! Nominate your most deserving local community group or charity to be in with a chance to win 1 of 3 ‘Freezzell’ fridges, artworked and personalised by Dick Frizzell.
A mum is one step closer to achieving her goal of allowing children to cycle on the footpath, thanks to a New Zealand Transport Agency report. www.stuff.co.nz...
What do you reckon?
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BUT - have they missed your favourite - share you fav beach with Neighbours here - let me start by saying Karioitahi and Sunset Beach should have made the list!
Come along to our stand at Cossy club Waiuku on Saturday and the Market at the Red Shed Drury, on Sunday.
The Franklin Fuchsia Group will have many plants from small to standards all at good prices.
Are you an artist looking to showcase your talent?
Our annual Chorus Cabinet Art Competition is back again for 2017. We're seeking 5 artists to complete 1 of 5 Chorus cabinets in South Auckland and get paid $1000 + for doing it! #BeautifulManukau
Entries close this Friday!
See poster … View moreAre you an artist looking to showcase your talent?
Our annual Chorus Cabinet Art Competition is back again for 2017. We're seeking 5 artists to complete 1 of 5 Chorus cabinets in South Auckland and get paid $1000 + for doing it! #BeautifulManukau
Entries close this Friday!
See poster below or head to our website to find out more information:
www.beautifulmanukau.org.nz...
A vintage country festival returns for its annual gathering, and this time with a very rare stationa…
Mike Loosemore is passionate about vintage Austin cars, and loves to showcase the Franklin area. So…
A man killed his longtime friend because he believed he was a hit man who had killed his own wife an…
We wish we had a view like this from our office window!
How beautiful are these monasteries?
Where would you love to go?
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