Miranda, Kaiaua

It is beginning to look a lot like Christmas!

It is beginning to look a lot like Christmas!

Do you have any festive tips your community needs to know about? Post them here!

2952 days ago

Help spread more kindness into the world! *WIN*

Roadshow

Choose Kind is the movement inspired by the story, Wonder. The movement encourages people to create and spread more kindness in the world by inspiring people to practice random acts of kindness every day. Want to join the movement too? It’s easy.

Go to choosekind.org.nz and sign the pledge to … View more
Choose Kind is the movement inspired by the story, Wonder. The movement encourages people to create and spread more kindness in the world by inspiring people to practice random acts of kindness every day. Want to join the movement too? It’s easy.

Go to choosekind.org.nz and sign the pledge to show your commitment to start choosing kind. Don’t forget to share your pledge on your social channels and spread more kindness into your world! Check out movie trailer & NZ movie times now.

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Want to win tickets to see Wonder? We have 5 double passes to give away! Just like or thank this post and we'll put you in the draw! Winners contacted 4 December.
Make your Pledge

2952 days ago

Get your FREE photo with Santa this weekend...

Harvey Norman

Neighbourly members - catch Santa at your local Harvey Norman this weekend. Head in store for your FREE 6”x4” photo with Santa between 11am – 2pm this Saturday and Sunday. Looking for the perfect gift for friends and family? How about a Santa Photo pack! … View moreNeighbourly members - catch Santa at your local Harvey Norman this weekend. Head in store for your FREE 6”x4” photo with Santa between 11am – 2pm this Saturday and Sunday. Looking for the perfect gift for friends and family? How about a Santa Photo pack! Find out more about Santa's visit now.

PS - Don’t forget about our Black Friday Deals available online and in store!

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2953 days ago

Help Out at the SPCA!

Danielle Tucker from

We desperately need volunteers at the SPCA Op Shop in Three Kings. Our Op Shops raise vital funds for SPCA Auckland and we rely heavily on volunteers to help operate them.

If you're available during the week, and keen to help out, please follow the link to find out more.

Your time will … View more
We desperately need volunteers at the SPCA Op Shop in Three Kings. Our Op Shops raise vital funds for SPCA Auckland and we rely heavily on volunteers to help operate them.

If you're available during the week, and keen to help out, please follow the link to find out more.

Your time will help save animals like Hollie <3

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2955 days ago

Bees swarm Pukekohe's main street forcing people to duck for cover

Ruwade Bryant Reporter from Franklin County News

People in Pukekohe were forced to duck for cover after a massive swarm of bees invaded to the town square on Tuesday afternoon.

Read More: www.stuff.co.nz...

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2953 days ago

Emergency Mobile Alert nationwide test

The Team from Ministry of Civil Defence & Emergency Management

The nationwide test of the Emergency Mobile Alert system is happening this Sunday between 6pm and 7pm.

No need to sign up or download an app. Just check your phone is on them list of capable makes and models and ensure your updates are up to date.

www.civildefence.govt.nz...

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2954 days ago

Be safe on the water this summer

Communications Team from Auckland Transport

If you’re out on the water this summer, remember, reduce your speed around people, other vessels and the shore. Learn more about water safety here:
at.govt.nz...

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2954 days ago

Meet our new reporter :)

Reporter Franklin County News

Pukekohe, believe it or not, is a town I had always envisioned settling down in - and now that I'm straight out of my Wintec journalism degree, I get to work here.
After finally getting my study life over with, I am stoked to be starting my working career at the Franklin County News.
I was … View more
Pukekohe, believe it or not, is a town I had always envisioned settling down in - and now that I'm straight out of my Wintec journalism degree, I get to work here.
After finally getting my study life over with, I am stoked to be starting my working career at the Franklin County News.
I was born Emelyn McHardy, but feel free to call me Em if I ever give you a call.
I grew up in Papua New Guinea, and after travelling back and forth to New Zealand a few times, I lived there a total of seven years.
But I will always think of little Paeroa as my home town.
I'd probably best describe myself as a "20-year-old nana" - while my friends may enjoy hitting the town, and staying up until 3am, I much prefer an early night at home, watching some Youtube or American Horror Story.
People ask me why I chose journalism. For me journalism means I'll never stop learning, I'll never have the same day twice and I'll always be experiencing something new.
I look forward to my new experiences with Franklin County News and can't wait to meet the community.
Give me a call on 237 0404, 027 886 3942, or email me emelyn.mchardy@fairfaxmedia.co.nz.

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2954 days ago

Register your jet ski

Communications Team from Auckland Transport

This summer make sure you’re safe on the water, register your jet ski or personal watercraft through your MyAT account.

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2954 days ago

Colour Your Community - we doubled the winners!

Resene

Dear Neighbourly members - we were completely blown away with this year's entries for Resene Colour Your Community.

We couldn't pick just five winners so we've picked 12!! These organisations, proudly nominated by awesome people in their community, are all receiving up to $1000 … View more
Dear Neighbourly members - we were completely blown away with this year's entries for Resene Colour Your Community.

We couldn't pick just five winners so we've picked 12!! These organisations, proudly nominated by awesome people in their community, are all receiving up to $1000 of Resene paints, wood stains and painting accessories for them to complete their local projects.

Please join us in congratulating:
1) Waipu Evolution - nominated by Philippa Ross
2) Ngaruawahia Community - nominated by Jannaya Herbes
3) Vaka Tautua (Mangere, Auckland) - nominated by Anele Siaopo
4) Eastside Community (Masterton) - nominated by Maria Bennett
5) Tokomaru Community - nominated by Caitlyn Veerbeek
6) Glen Innes Community (Auckland) - nominated by Sara Haddon
7) Whakatane Society of Arts and Crafts - nominated by Rodney Thompson
8) Westport 7 day makeover - nominated Graham Howard-Mills
9) Belfast Playcentre (Christchurch) - nominated by Chris O'Rourke
10) Otari Wilton School (Karori, Wellington) - nominated by Raylyn Christian
11) Potter Home (Whangarei) - nominated by Mandy Beazley
12) Pukenui Forest signage project (Onerahi) - nominated by Shirley Peterson

Please join us in sending a huge congratulations to these twelve wonderful winners.

ALSO: keep an eye out next month for the Splash of Christmas Colour Cheer with your chance to vote on who gets a painty present. More soon!
Read more about the nominations

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2955 days ago

Pot holes

Julie Kaio Reporter from Franklin County News

We're looking for the worst potholes in New Zealand. Comment on this post with a photo, and the details of where the worst one in your neighbourhood is. If you've reported it to the council, tell us the details so we can check it out. Please note that images and comments may be used as … View moreWe're looking for the worst potholes in New Zealand. Comment on this post with a photo, and the details of where the worst one in your neighbourhood is. If you've reported it to the council, tell us the details so we can check it out. Please note that images and comments may be used as part of a news story.

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2955 days ago

Poll: Should you take your shoes off on a plane?

Julie Kaio Reporter from Franklin County News

Most air travellers say taking off your shoes is OK. An etiquette expert disagrees:
READ MORE:
www.stuff.co.nz...

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Should you take your shoes off on a plane?
  • 25% Shoes off yes, socks off no
    25% Complete
  • 15% Shoes and socks off
    15% Complete
  • 60% Ew - keep them on!
    60% Complete
20 votes
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