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If you are thinking of building its a great day to pop down and hang out inside the Jennian Pokeno show home. Come on over and have a chat and a coffee! 131 Hill Park Drive, Pokeno
Spring has sprung! Whether it's the blooming daffodils, warmer weather, longer days or summer dishes being whipped up in the kitchen - there's a lot to love about this season! Some of our most favourite fruit and vegetables are being introduced and are more plentiful in supermarkets, … View moreSpring has sprung! Whether it's the blooming daffodils, warmer weather, longer days or summer dishes being whipped up in the kitchen - there's a lot to love about this season! Some of our most favourite fruit and vegetables are being introduced and are more plentiful in supermarkets, including spring onions, silverbeet, broccoli, tamarillos and avocados. Check out our facts and tips on avocados and what else is in-season!
Myrtle Rust is a fungus that can destroy our native and taonga myrtle trees such as ramarama, pōhutukawa, mānuka and bottle brush. It has been dormant over the winter months due to the lower temperatures, but with spring now here Myrtle Rust could thrive and become easier to spot. If you see it, … View moreMyrtle Rust is a fungus that can destroy our native and taonga myrtle trees such as ramarama, pōhutukawa, mānuka and bottle brush. It has been dormant over the winter months due to the lower temperatures, but with spring now here Myrtle Rust could thrive and become easier to spot. If you see it, DO NOT TOUCH OR DISTURB THE PLANT. Take photos and call MPI immediately on 0800 80 99 66.
North Harbour have gone to the top of the Mitre 10 Premiership following a 27-18 win over Counties M…
Election fever is strong within Franklin and it's just days away until voting begins.
For today's paper we talked to members of the public to see what issues were most important to them ahead of the elections. We also profiled candidates from the Hunua electorate, which we hope you … View moreElection fever is strong within Franklin and it's just days away until voting begins.
For today's paper we talked to members of the public to see what issues were most important to them ahead of the elections. We also profiled candidates from the Hunua electorate, which we hope you found helpful. What did you think of our coverage?
What is most important to to you out of the below options?
We're challenging animal lovers to get creative!
Simply transform a piece of clothing, furniture or homeware that you have purchased from a SPCA Auckland Op Shop, enter the Upcycle Challenge online and you could win one of four paw-some prizes.
Head online to find out more: bit.ly...
A Kohekohe resident woke to a shower of sparks after her house was hit by lightening during an early…
Hey everyone. Over the past year over 1000 customers provided us with a bill from their previous supplier when they joined. We ran the numbers, and we’re proud to say that customers switching to Electric Kiwi save $240 a year on average! Maybe that’s why we are NZ's fastest growing power … View moreHey everyone. Over the past year over 1000 customers provided us with a bill from their previous supplier when they joined. We ran the numbers, and we’re proud to say that customers switching to Electric Kiwi save $240 a year on average! Maybe that’s why we are NZ's fastest growing power company?
Want to know what you could save? Head to our online calculator.
Save time and money; share the ride with like-minded locals travelling to similar destinations. Try the free app today: ow.ly...
This Pokeno mum, that we interviewed last week, has shown incredible dedication and lost a whopping 45kgs!!! Make sure you check out our story on Stuff.co.nz here:
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What are your tips for sticking to a healthy lifestyle?
Take this fun and absolutely unscientific quiz to identify your spirit pollinator! And hopefully, you'll enjoy it as a quirky way to learn a few facts about the pollinators in your garden.
Could your household do with a spruce up? Spring is here which means it’s time to get your home into shape! It’s true we could all do with an extra pair of hands around the house, but what would you use them for? Student Job Search has 35 years of experience matching household employers with … View moreCould your household do with a spruce up? Spring is here which means it’s time to get your home into shape! It’s true we could all do with an extra pair of hands around the house, but what would you use them for? Student Job Search has 35 years of experience matching household employers with students – So what household task do you need help with? Let us know here by voting in our poll.
Tiger Animal Welfare Trust is now on give a little. Help us help animals
Celebrate Spring with our $5 Clothing Fill A Bag
New stock daily @ The Vintage Store - 3/154 Kolmar Road Papatoetoe
Sale on all week - ends Saturday 9th September
Hours: 10am - 4pm Monday - Friday, 10am - 1pm Saturday
It was a visual feast for art-lovers, as the Franklin Arts Festival's awards evening took to the Pukekohe Town Hall on Friday night.
The event is a highlight for Franklin's artists every year, as it showcases the work not only of Franklin artists but artists from throughout New … View moreIt was a visual feast for art-lovers, as the Franklin Arts Festival's awards evening took to the Pukekohe Town Hall on Friday night.
The event is a highlight for Franklin's artists every year, as it showcases the work not only of Franklin artists but artists from throughout New Zealand.
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