Miranda news is brought to you by the team at Franklin County News
Recent posts
Thank you for using Neighbourly
A loose bolt almost cost Peter Rogers his life - one year on and his family could lose their home. …
Thames Heritage Festival 2020, with the theme ‘One Town, Many Tales’, takes place this weekend on Saturday 14th and Sunday 15th March at Bella Street Pump House, Thames Goldmine Experience, Historic Kōpū Bridge, Thames Small Gauge Railway, Thames School of Mines with Rock Shop & Mineral … View moreThames Heritage Festival 2020, with the theme ‘One Town, Many Tales’, takes place this weekend on Saturday 14th and Sunday 15th March at Bella Street Pump House, Thames Goldmine Experience, Historic Kōpū Bridge, Thames Small Gauge Railway, Thames School of Mines with Rock Shop & Mineral Museum, Thames Treasury - Archive & Research Centre, and Thames Museum. The events around these sites in Cochrane St, Queen St, Bella St and Brown St, and at Kōpū , include gold panning; 19th century gold mining machinery in action at the Goldmine Experience; talks and Q&A chats with experts; Russell Skeet’s guided Grahamstown walk and a leisurely stroll with storytelling on Historic Kōpū Bridge; small gauge train rides, music, pioneer days storyathon at Thames museum with Rosalie the Thames Storyteller and more. For more details see the full programme on www.thamesheritage.co.nz....
The festival is presented by Thames Heritage Network: we all look forward to welcoming you to our events.
A trip to fill an empty stomach has resulted in a four-month prison sentence for an "entitled" 26-ye…
A local residents group has won an important legal battle against TCDC. TCDC tried to strike out the group’s application to quash the council's decision in April 2019 not to sign the Local Government New Zealand climate change declaration. And TCDC sought $25,000 as security for costs from … View moreA local residents group has won an important legal battle against TCDC. TCDC tried to strike out the group’s application to quash the council's decision in April 2019 not to sign the Local Government New Zealand climate change declaration. And TCDC sought $25,000 as security for costs from the local group before the case could proceed. Both of TCDC’s applications were dismissed by the High Court which ruled the group’s case was taken in the public interest. The case will now proceed to a full hearing.
www.stuff.co.nz...
A man headbutted his girlfriend on Christmas Day before leading police on a chase through Hamilton. …
A Pukekohe tour company has been fined $12,000 for "blatantly disregarding" commercial fees to opera…
Offering a peek behind the curtain, Ryman have released behind the scenes footage from their recent film. Showcasing their passion for life, Ryman residents from New Zealand and Australia feature in the film. Let’s meet the stars.
“If I hear music, I just want to dance – body seems to just… View moreOffering a peek behind the curtain, Ryman have released behind the scenes footage from their recent film. Showcasing their passion for life, Ryman residents from New Zealand and Australia feature in the film. Let’s meet the stars.
“If I hear music, I just want to dance – body seems to just move!” says dancer Audrey, 84. Poet Brian, 86, says “Poetry helps me to question and understand the meaning of life”, followed by a witty “– haven’t worked out what it means yet”.
As their residents blaze their own trails, Ryman matches that pioneering spirit. “Ryman villages offer living choices to suit everyone so that you can live the way you want.”
Hello Waikato! We’re excited to launch the Old Waikato Neighbourly Group. Join your neighbours to explore Waikato of the yesteryear and share photos and memories of how Waikato used to be. Join the group now and tell us what you know about this event and you could win a $50® Prezzy card.
Gone are the days of getting one qualification out of school to see you through your working life. Now, upskilling, online courses and on-the-job training are all part of making your way up the career ladder.
We want to talk to people who have completed micro-credentials, bitesize qualifications… View moreGone are the days of getting one qualification out of school to see you through your working life. Now, upskilling, online courses and on-the-job training are all part of making your way up the career ladder.
We want to talk to people who have completed micro-credentials, bitesize qualifications for specific skills.
Perhaps you've pieced together a full qualification by doing online courses, or maybe you've taken a workshop rather than investing in a six-month course. We'd love to hear from you - email josephine.franks@stuff.co.nz
A dog that was found beheaded will be cremated after funds were raised by the community. Pit bull S…
View Hamilton Harcourts' latest interactive Blueprint.
If you'd like to receive Blueprint in your inbox each week, subscribe here.
The new Climate Action Committee of Waikato Regional Council has leapt into action with a recommendation to slash the council's own carbon emissions by 70 per cent in 10 years.
The strategy includes switching fleet cars to electric vehicles, using biofuel instead of generator diesel, and … View moreThe new Climate Action Committee of Waikato Regional Council has leapt into action with a recommendation to slash the council's own carbon emissions by 70 per cent in 10 years.
The strategy includes switching fleet cars to electric vehicles, using biofuel instead of generator diesel, and imposing a sinking carbon budget for domestic air travel. www.stuff.co.nz...
A curious sight greeted townsfolk walking Pukekohe's main street on Tuesday - the statue of local le…
Amongst the 40 + exhibitors that are showcasing at our Eye on Nature Family Day Event on Saturday 28 March 2020, at the Auckland Botanic Gardens, we have Manurewa Scouts NZ group and Kiwi Conversation Club!
Last year both their stalls were a HIT! Fun activities, Q&A and learn about what … View moreAmongst the 40 + exhibitors that are showcasing at our Eye on Nature Family Day Event on Saturday 28 March 2020, at the Auckland Botanic Gardens, we have Manurewa Scouts NZ group and Kiwi Conversation Club!
Last year both their stalls were a HIT! Fun activities, Q&A and learn about what they do across South Auckland. Plus, if your children are interested they can sign up then and there.
Waikato Regional Council is reviewing the Regional Coastal Plan and is keen to capture your views and feedback. This plan sets out the rules for activities in the coastal marine area – that’s the ‘wet’ area of the coast below the high tide mark and extending out to the 12 nautical mile … View moreWaikato Regional Council is reviewing the Regional Coastal Plan and is keen to capture your views and feedback. This plan sets out the rules for activities in the coastal marine area – that’s the ‘wet’ area of the coast below the high tide mark and extending out to the 12 nautical mile limit (approximately 20km). Read more Online at teggtalk.wordpress.com...
© Neighbourly 2025
Loading…
