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Our store reopened today and we are looking for donations - of school uniforms particularly. Christmas followed by the school year restarting in late Jan/Feb can be an especially difficult time financially for many families. If you have alot please give a little. Come and visit us at Number Five … View moreOur store reopened today and we are looking for donations - of school uniforms particularly. Christmas followed by the school year restarting in late Jan/Feb can be an especially difficult time financially for many families. If you have alot please give a little. Come and visit us at Number Five Adams Drive, Pukekohe, turn right at the Black Barn on the way out to Paerata.
If you're back in the office today, we hope you're not struggling too much. Do you know how you'll get home if there's no transport or who will get the kids if you can't get to them? Work through our Personal Workplace Emergency Plan and decide what you will do.
… View moreIf you're back in the office today, we hope you're not struggling too much. Do you know how you'll get home if there's no transport or who will get the kids if you can't get to them? Work through our Personal Workplace Emergency Plan and decide what you will do.
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Howdy Neighbours - the team at Franklin County News are back on board after a lovely festive break. We hope you had a great Christmas and New Year. We're keen to here about what you got up to? Share your holiday highlights here with your FCN Neighbours.
New director Julie Kaio gets the ball … View moreHowdy Neighbours - the team at Franklin County News are back on board after a lovely festive break. We hope you had a great Christmas and New Year. We're keen to here about what you got up to? Share your holiday highlights here with your FCN Neighbours.
New director Julie Kaio gets the ball rolling: "I had a fabulous time with friends and whanau in the South Island, with stays in Christchurch and Hanmer. It was just what the doctor ordered after a hectic 2016."
was your new year's resolution to make a difference?
Our volunteer visitors tell us how much they love volunteering for us and being matched with older people - they know they make a difference.
If you'd like to be a volunteer - you're over 18 and can commit to visiting for an hour… View morewas your new year's resolution to make a difference?
Our volunteer visitors tell us how much they love volunteering for us and being matched with older people - they know they make a difference.
If you'd like to be a volunteer - you're over 18 and can commit to visiting for an hour a week on an ongoing basis then have a look at our website and if you're still keen get in touch www.accm.org.nz...
Are you looking for a great start to 2017? Are you telling yourself - ok, now is my time that I take care of myself and really want to focus on me! I want to start taking care of myself in a healthy natural way.
You can take charge of your health by using safer, more affordable, more effective … View moreAre you looking for a great start to 2017? Are you telling yourself - ok, now is my time that I take care of myself and really want to focus on me! I want to start taking care of myself in a healthy natural way.
You can take charge of your health by using safer, more affordable, more effective natural medicine. Which these essential oils are 100% pure therapeutic grade essential oils. As little as a drop can have very profound effects. I will teach you how to fight colds, flu, allergies, sleep issues, depression, stress, anxiety, weight issues, skin issues, learn how to make your own natural deodorant and other natural products.
If you are interested please call me Jody Harper 021 949 794 or email me at jodycharper@hotmail.com
I will start a list and see what class session will work best for you, or I know everyone is very busy with their lives and it's hard to get to a class after work. I can meet up with you on a one on one session or with your friends if you would like. Or during the day might work better for you.
Learn to be a healer in YOUR own home!
Hi! I'm wondering if anyone has grass clippings that they want to get rid of. I would be most grateful to receive any, including bulk amounts from contractors. I'm also looking for a free, local supply of horse manure if anyone knows of any? Thank you.
A new creative initiative has started in the Franklin area to support artists, community groups and businesses to initiate a wide range of community arts projects across all art forms.
Arts managers Sally Barnett and Bronwyn Bent, who have worked extensively with communities and artists from … View moreA new creative initiative has started in the Franklin area to support artists, community groups and businesses to initiate a wide range of community arts projects across all art forms.
Arts managers Sally Barnett and Bronwyn Bent, who have worked extensively with communities and artists from across Auckland, have been contracted to manage the new Franklin Community Arts Broker role, which is funded and supported by the Franklin Local Board.
“We are looking for people and organisations to submit ideas for creative projects that happen in and with local communities. These projects could involve craft, visual arts, music, film, dance, kapa haka, spoken word, or digital arts - anything that has a creative angle to it - and could happen everywhere from the street to theatres, shopping centres or marae. This could be your opportunity to showcase your talent, or support your community through the arts.” Sally Barnett
The main criteria for the programme are that the project must have a strong creative idea behind it, and must engage directly with the Franklin Community.
If your project is selected, the Franklin Community Arts Brokers can support you to develop your vision, assist with funding, and also help to find the right location or people for you to work with.
The call for proposals closes January 20th, so don’t miss out!
For full details please visit: www.franklincommunityarts.co.nz...
Looking for something to do in the holidays? Why not check out RED DOG: True Blue!
When eleven year old Mick is shipped off to his grandfather's cattle station in the remote Pilbara region of Western Australia, he prepares himself for a life of dull hardship. Instead he finds myth, … View moreLooking for something to do in the holidays? Why not check out RED DOG: True Blue!
When eleven year old Mick is shipped off to his grandfather's cattle station in the remote Pilbara region of Western Australia, he prepares himself for a life of dull hardship. Instead he finds myth, adventure and friendship with a scrappy, one-of-a-kind dog that will change his life forever. RED DOG: True Blue is a story of friendship, loyalty and acceptance and is perfect for families and dog lovers of all ages. Want to win a double pass?
Simply like or thank this post before 9 January for your chance to WIN one of ten double passes to RED DOG: True Blue.
Howdy neighbours!
What is your favourite festive food for Christmas?
Take care over the holidays, do one thing at a time and drive carefully. Make the most of our high risk and fatigue rest stop maps if you’re heading out of Auckland these holidays: at.govt.nz...
It's almost time guys! Where are you planning to spend the day?
The Port Waikato Christmas Parade was held last weekend. Check out some photos from the day.
If you haven’t already made contact with your neighbours and older relatives, the holiday season is a perfect opportunity to break the ice.
Sometimes we get caught up in the Christmas rush, and don’t take time to think about people who may be experiencing a much quieter holiday season. … View moreIf you haven’t already made contact with your neighbours and older relatives, the holiday season is a perfect opportunity to break the ice.
Sometimes we get caught up in the Christmas rush, and don’t take time to think about people who may be experiencing a much quieter holiday season. Contact with older people can help families to connect with what Christmas is really about, and it’s a great time to explore memories and think about traditions.
We will posting 5 tips leading up to Christmas on how you can connect with your older neighbours this Holiday Season.
5. Look out for them
Look out for your neighbours this holiday season. Be mindful that Christmas can be a tough time for some older people, especially those who live alone. Small gestures of kindness can make this time much easier for older people who may be lonely.
Hi neighbours! Summer is here and it’s a great time to get decorating. Right now you can save the GST on Resene premium paints, stains, primers, sealers, wallpaper, decorating accessories and cleaning products at your local Resene ColorShop or participating reseller. Plus if you have a Resene … View moreHi neighbours! Summer is here and it’s a great time to get decorating. Right now you can save the GST on Resene premium paints, stains, primers, sealers, wallpaper, decorating accessories and cleaning products at your local Resene ColorShop or participating reseller. Plus if you have a Resene ColorShop Card or Resene DIY Card, you can enjoy extra savings on a range of products. It's our Christmas gift to you! Offer runs until 31 January 2017.
When eleven year old Mick is shipped off to his grandfather's cattle station in the remote Pilbara region of Western Australia, he prepares himself for a life of dull hardship. Instead he finds myth, adventure and friendship with a scrappy, one-of-a-kind dog that will change his life forever. … View moreWhen eleven year old Mick is shipped off to his grandfather's cattle station in the remote Pilbara region of Western Australia, he prepares himself for a life of dull hardship. Instead he finds myth, adventure and friendship with a scrappy, one-of-a-kind dog that will change his life forever. RED DOG: True Blue is a story of friendship, loyalty and acceptance and is perfect for families and dog lovers of all ages. Want to win a double pass?
Simply like or thank this post before 9 January for your chance to WIN one of ten double passes to RED DOG: True Blue.
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