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Merry Christmas, neighbours

Merry Christmas, neighbours

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3101 days ago

Poll: What do you think of the new All Blacks birth certificate?

Julie Kaio Reporter from Franklin County News

Did you know you can declare your newborn an ABs fan forever with a new decorative birth certificate?
We reckon it's a pretty cool idea - what are you thoughts?
www.stuff.co.nz...

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What do you think of the new All Blacks birth certificate?
  • 37.5% Love it
    37.5% Complete
  • 62.5% Hate it
    62.5% Complete
8 votes
3101 days ago

Korowai on display

Reporter Franklin County News

Te Whariki o Te Ao currently has a display of their korowai at the Pukekohe Library, Franklin: The Centre. The display will close this Friday, head on down and make sure you don't miss it.

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3102 days ago

Pokeno man to voyage to summit of Mt Kilimanjaro for mental health charity

Ruwade Bryant Reporter from Franklin County News

Our neighbour Paul is set to voyage to Africa to raise awareness for mental health.

Good Luck Paul!

Read more: www.stuff.co.nz...

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3103 days ago

Netball update

Reporter Franklin County News

Despite the wet weekend weather, Maramarua took to the court to face Tuakau in premier gold netball action at the Pukekohe Netball Centre. Maramarua were far too clinical for Tuakau collecting a 68-29 win.

3103 days ago

From the editor

Julie Kaio Reporter from Franklin County News

Team New Zealand - take a bow! We are so proud of you.
Those early mornings cheering to the TV have been well worth it - I apologise to my neighbours for the noise this morning - we're an enthusiastic bunch of yachting fans in the Kaio household. Who else got up at 5am to cheer on the Kiwis?… View more
Team New Zealand - take a bow! We are so proud of you.
Those early mornings cheering to the TV have been well worth it - I apologise to my neighbours for the noise this morning - we're an enthusiastic bunch of yachting fans in the Kaio household. Who else got up at 5am to cheer on the Kiwis? And how are you celebrating? I'm wearing my red socks to work with pride today - are you?

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3103 days ago

Tough finals equation for Pukekohe in race to reach McNamara Cup semi-finals

Julie Kaio Reporter from Franklin County News

Pukekohe kept alive their slim semifinal hopes in the Counties Manukau premier club rugby McNamara Cup competition with a convincing 40-0 win over Te Kauwhata.
The fifth-placed Pukekohe have been in must-win mode for the past month and so far have done all that has been asked of them in their … View more
Pukekohe kept alive their slim semifinal hopes in the Counties Manukau premier club rugby McNamara Cup competition with a convincing 40-0 win over Te Kauwhata.
The fifth-placed Pukekohe have been in must-win mode for the past month and so far have done all that has been asked of them in their ...

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3103 days ago

Ride of the Legends 2017 cycle tour to help fundraise for Conductive Education

Julie Kaio Reporter from Franklin County News

The All Blacks and British Lions rugby rivalry will take to the bike for charity, with four Franklin residents joining in on the ride.
From July 2-7, Franklin residents Grange Leaman, Tanya Leaman, Rich Horwood, and Adam Harper will be a part of the Ride of the Legends 2017 cycle tour, … View more
The All Blacks and British Lions rugby rivalry will take to the bike for charity, with four Franklin residents joining in on the ride.
From July 2-7, Franklin residents Grange Leaman, Tanya Leaman, Rich Horwood, and Adam Harper will be a part of the Ride of the Legends 2017 cycle tour, helping...

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3103 days ago

Cyclor Joe Sullivan describes 'nerve-wracking' moment Team NZ nailed Oracle in start box

Ruwade Bryant Reporter from Franklin County News

The America's Cup spirit is running rife in the Franklin County newsroom this week! Who else will adorn their couches tomorrow morning for the hopeful final race?

Good Luck Team New Zealand.

READ MORE: www.stuff.co.nz...

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3104 days ago

The Favourite Teachers Awards - nominate the teacher who inspired you or your children

Reporter Sunday Star Times

From Dumbledore in Harry Potter, to Mr Holland in Mr Holland's Opus, to Miss Honey in Roald Dahl's famous Matilda, great teachers inspire us all. In New Zealand, Kiwi IT developers are giving teaching a hi-tech upgrade with the creation of robotic maths tutor Amy - but even they admit … View moreFrom Dumbledore in Harry Potter, to Mr Holland in Mr Holland's Opus, to Miss Honey in Roald Dahl's famous Matilda, great teachers inspire us all. In New Zealand, Kiwi IT developers are giving teaching a hi-tech upgrade with the creation of robotic maths tutor Amy - but even they admit robots will never replace the real thing. Nominations are now open for the Favourite Teacher Awards – tell us about the teacher who has inspired you or your children.

www.FavouriteTeacher.co.nz...

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3106 days ago

Waves Add to Sea Flooding Risk

Denis from Thames

The Waikato Regional Council coastal inundation tool is very useful to illustrate the potential flooding effect of sea level rise on Peninsula coastal communities. I recommend you check it out online for your town. But the tool does not include wave effects and therefore tends to underestimate the… View moreThe Waikato Regional Council coastal inundation tool is very useful to illustrate the potential flooding effect of sea level rise on Peninsula coastal communities. I recommend you check it out online for your town. But the tool does not include wave effects and therefore tends to underestimate the severity of the sea flooding.
Coastal engineers have now looked at wave set-up for Whitianga. They conclude that the wave set-up level is 0.6 m for that town. So this 0.6m should be added to storm tide levels and potential sea level rise levels when assessing possible sea flooding for Whitianga. We now need WRC and TCDC to do this wave set-up modelling for all Peninsula towns.
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3107 days ago

What's your favourite dip?

SuperValue Papakura

Mix up a kiwi favourite by purchasing 2 Maggi packet soup mix and 2 Nestlé Reduced Cream Cans and you'll get a free dipping bowl to enjoy your dip! Find your local SuperValue store and get your free bowl today! There are 4 Bowl Designs to Collect!
All SuperValue supermarkets will have the … View more
Mix up a kiwi favourite by purchasing 2 Maggi packet soup mix and 2 Nestlé Reduced Cream Cans and you'll get a free dipping bowl to enjoy your dip! Find your local SuperValue store and get your free bowl today! There are 4 Bowl Designs to Collect!
All SuperValue supermarkets will have the bowls available in-store until while stocks last, so get in quick!
Find out more

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3107 days ago

Cold nights get warmer as local campaigner collects pyjamas for young ones

Julie Kaio Reporter from Franklin County News

A Pukekohe women is doing her bit in the community to make sure kiddies keep warm during this year's cold wintry season by collecting pyjamas. 
Pukekohe's Vicki Irwin, who collected 600 pyjamas last year, is no stranger to Middlemore Foundation's Jammies in June incentive, … View more
A Pukekohe women is doing her bit in the community to make sure kiddies keep warm during this year's cold wintry season by collecting pyjamas. 
Pukekohe's Vicki Irwin, who collected 600 pyjamas last year, is no stranger to Middlemore Foundation's Jammies in June incentive, which had been ...

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3108 days ago

Cheers to the Volunteers

Fire and Emergency New Zealand

Every year, over 11,000 brave men and women keep us safe. Most of them are working full-time jobs. Many are parents or grandparents. When the siren sounds, they all come running.

If you know a fire volunteer, this is your chance to say thanks. #cheerstothevolunteers
Say thanks

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