Kawakawa Bay - Orere Point, Kawakawa Bay

3273 days ago

Back at work? Make a plan

The Team from Ministry of Civil Defence & Emergency Management

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.
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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.
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Visit www.happens.nz... for more hints and tips.

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3274 days ago

make a difference

Age Concern Counties Manukau Inc

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 more
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 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...

3278 days ago

Calling all Franklin performers, musicians, creatives and artists who have a community creative project they’d like to kick start in 2017!

Sally Barnett from Franklin Community Arts Brokers

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 more
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 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...

3285 days ago

Don't miss your chance to win!

Roadshow Films

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 more
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, 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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3291 days ago

Driving these holidays?

Communications Team from Auckland Transport

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...

3292 days ago

Christmas Connections

The Team from Age Concern New Zealand

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 more
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. 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.

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3293 days ago

Get decorating and $ave the GST!

Resene

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. Learn more

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3294 days ago

Win one of 10 double passes to the ultimate family movie!

Roadshow Films

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.
Watch the trailer

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3294 days ago

Happy Holidays from the Franklin Local Board

Communications from Franklin Local Board

The Franklin Local Board would like to wish you all a safe and festive season. Get out and enjoy some of the great attractions Franklin has to offer. Our office will close at midday on Friday 23 December and open at 8.30am on Monday 9 January 2017.

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3294 days ago

Help us improve south Auckland

Communications Team from Auckland Transport

Have your say on transport consultations happening in your area: at.govt.nz...

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3294 days ago

Poll: What's the best thing to do to protect your house at Christmas?

Sarah Moore from Neighbourly.co.nz

If you're planning on heading away over the Christmas period, there are a few things you can do to make sure you're protecting your home. Which step do you think is the most important?

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What's the best thing to do to protect your house at Christmas?
  • 8.3% Tell a neighbour you're heading away
    8.3% Complete
  • 0.1% Set up security lights
    0.1% Complete
  • 1.7% Ask someone to collect your mail
    1.7% Complete
  • 5.4% Make sure all doors / windows are locked (including the garage!)
    5.4% Complete
  • 0.3% Unplug electronics
    0.3% Complete
  • 4.9% Create the illusion of someone being home
    4.9% Complete
  • 1% Alert your alarm company and set your alarms
    1% Complete
  • 76.8% All of the above
    76.8% Complete
  • 1.5% Something else
    1.5% Complete
1624 votes
3295 days ago

Christmas Connections

The Team from Age Concern New Zealand

If you haven’t already made contact with your older relatives or neighbour, 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 more
If you haven’t already made contact with your older relatives or neighbour, 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 people this Holiday Season.

4. Pop over with a jar of jam or pickles or your favourite recipe.
This will give you a good opportunity to have a chat. Maybe you will learn something about your neighbour that you don’t already know. This social connection can be a great chance to explore traditions and share memories.

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3296 days ago

Don't let blocked drains spoil your holidays

Gemma Bridge from Watercare

There are some easy ways to enjoy festive food while preventing blocked drains this holiday season.

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3297 days ago

Bargains and you support a great cause

Age Concern Counties Manukau Inc

Papakura is now an empty shop and the bargains are flying out the door at papatoetoe - don't miss out on some spectacular opportunities to grab fantastic pre-loved items for $1 - that's right a $1 for everything (except furniture).
What are you Waiting for - get your skates on we are … View more
Papakura is now an empty shop and the bargains are flying out the door at papatoetoe - don't miss out on some spectacular opportunities to grab fantastic pre-loved items for $1 - that's right a $1 for everything (except furniture).
What are you Waiting for - get your skates on we are open till 4pm tonight and 10-1 tomorrow. 10-4 Monday to Friday next week then closed from the 23rd until the 9th of January!!
Help Age Concern Counties Manukau Inc do the work we do serving older people in south auckland.
Merry Christmas :)
The Vintage Store 3/154 Kolmar Road Papatoetoe

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3297 days ago

Community Grants and Funding 2017

Communications from Franklin Local Board

Does your community group need funding?
Are you putting together a project or event in the Franklin Local Board area? As well as the standard local grants, the local board is now able to approve quick response grants of up to $2000. Priority is given to: community events, community safety, health… View more
Does your community group need funding?
Are you putting together a project or event in the Franklin Local Board area? As well as the standard local grants, the local board is now able to approve quick response grants of up to $2000. Priority is given to: community events, community safety, health and wellbeing, environment.
Applications for Quick Response Grants: 16 Jan - 10 Feb

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