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In this week’s issue we prune raspberries and brambles. It’s time to get garlic in the ground, grow broad beans (even if you loathe them), raise native trees and shrubs from seed, propagate shrubs by layering and sow onions direct or in trays.
Plus Hilton Carter’s guide to pets vs indoor … View moreIn this week’s issue we prune raspberries and brambles. It’s time to get garlic in the ground, grow broad beans (even if you loathe them), raise native trees and shrubs from seed, propagate shrubs by layering and sow onions direct or in trays.
Plus Hilton Carter’s guide to pets vs indoor plants from his book Wild Interiors. Enter NZ Gardener’s Houseplant Heroes competition and be in to win Vegan Fertiliser from Yates and NZ Gardener’s Pruning Made Easy.
Delivered every Friday to your email inbox, Get Growing digital magazine offers seasonal gardening advice from the NZ Gardener magazine's team of experts. Each week we answer your burning questions on raising fruit and veges and tell you the top tasks to do in your backyard this weekend. Subscribe here:
Acacia Cove is celebrating in style with three magnificent shows coming up for our residents, organised by our village manager, Bruce Cullington.
We are looking forward to kicking off on Friday 12th June with the amazing Jackie Clarke and a couple of more shows after that.
I’m sure we are … View moreAcacia Cove is celebrating in style with three magnificent shows coming up for our residents, organised by our village manager, Bruce Cullington.
We are looking forward to kicking off on Friday 12th June with the amazing Jackie Clarke and a couple of more shows after that.
I’m sure we are all pleased that our lives can turn back to normal, what ever that means for you. But we are also aware that it was a very stressful time for everyone, and that some are still a bit hesitant to go about their normal lives.
Take your time, stay safe and stay warm.
Quoc Tran proud to be serving his customers and the local community!
Quoc Tran loves being a Kiwi and greets every customer into his shop with a broad grin. A friendly smile, a positive can-do attitude and is passionate about running his store. That’s Tran’s simple but effective recipe for … View moreQuoc Tran proud to be serving his customers and the local community!
Quoc Tran loves being a Kiwi and greets every customer into his shop with a broad grin. A friendly smile, a positive can-do attitude and is passionate about running his store. That’s Tran’s simple but effective recipe for success running a local business.
Tran operates Four Square Waikanae Beach and is hailed as the “ultimate friendly shopkeeper” by his customers. Now Tran has been recognised for his dedication to the community by being named the country’s National Winner in the Prospa Local Business Hero Awards. Tran is a proud winner of a prize package worth $10,000!
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Nomination Quotes - "Quoc Tan of Waikanae Beach Kapiti coast.
An exceptional guy who has worked very hard (& his wife too) since arriving in NZ from Vietnam. They operate a hugely friendly & now smartly updated Four Square superette. A very necessary & important store at Waikanae Beach."
"Quoc and his family are an integral part of our community"
"Quoc Tan - he represents all that embodies the very core of the reason NZ is proud to call itself an all-embracing, multi-cultural melting pot"
Our fees-free Business Administration programme will give you the skills and knowledge needed to enter the business world.
This hands-on programme will help you grow your knowledge, understanding and skills using the Microsoft Office Suite in just 20 weeks! While covering computer applications … View moreOur fees-free Business Administration programme will give you the skills and knowledge needed to enter the business world.
This hands-on programme will help you grow your knowledge, understanding and skills using the Microsoft Office Suite in just 20 weeks! While covering computer applications like Microsoft Word, Excel and Publisher, it also includes business report writing, communication skills and creating business documents.
To find out more about our Business Administration programme visit our website or give us a call on 0800 834 834.
Last day to book for the BPW Franklin international dinner. BPW Franklin would love to hear from any women from different cultural roots, come and light a candle for your sisters in your home country. The more diverse the organisation becomes the more we understand each other. Let's share as … View moreLast day to book for the BPW Franklin international dinner. BPW Franklin would love to hear from any women from different cultural roots, come and light a candle for your sisters in your home country. The more diverse the organisation becomes the more we understand each other. Let's share as much as we can. See you next week.
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At Counties Manukau Health, our patients’ health and wellbeing is our number one priority.
That includes making sure they get enough rest.
To enable high-quality care, and for the overall health of our patients, we must balance the needs of our patients and visitors.
To achieve this we … View moreAt Counties Manukau Health, our patients’ health and wellbeing is our number one priority.
That includes making sure they get enough rest.
To enable high-quality care, and for the overall health of our patients, we must balance the needs of our patients and visitors.
To achieve this we have introduced flexible visiting. This means:
● One key support person who may visit between 8am – 8pm
● Overnight visiting (8pm – 8am) – compassionate grounds only
● Visiting hours for whaanau are 2pm - 8pm – two visitors per patient
● No children under 16 years – unless approved on compassionate grounds
● Take away food for patients must not be brought onto the premises
● Registration of visitors will occur at hospital entrances
We ask if you are unwell, do not visit.
Haumara te taonga – Keeping our treasures safe.
Check out our full Visiting Guide.
Motorsport promoters and drivers are coming to terms with the reality some sponsors may not be able …
Pop into today and if you are anew customer mention it to us to receive a 10% discount :) see you there
Know an inspirational woman who’s helping make New Zealand a better place? Nominate her now for the 2020 Women of Influence Awards.
The Women of Influence Awards shine a light on the amazing work Kiwi women are doing from grassroots level to the global stage. Helping propel our future leaders … View moreKnow an inspirational woman who’s helping make New Zealand a better place? Nominate her now for the 2020 Women of Influence Awards.
The Women of Influence Awards shine a light on the amazing work Kiwi women are doing from grassroots level to the global stage. Helping propel our future leaders and rising stars to bigger and better things.
Head to www.womenofinfluence.co.nz... more information
Hot chicken and fresh salad 4 the easy dinner? Apples and a loaf of bread 4 the lunchbox panic? Bacon and eggs 4 breakfast in bed?
Whether it’s easy munches, school lunches or Sunday brunches, your Four Square has everything you need to keep life nice, easy and local.
Four Square. Just … View moreHot chicken and fresh salad 4 the easy dinner? Apples and a loaf of bread 4 the lunchbox panic? Bacon and eggs 4 breakfast in bed?
Whether it’s easy munches, school lunches or Sunday brunches, your Four Square has everything you need to keep life nice, easy and local.
Four Square. Just what you need, right nearby.
The Sunday Star-Times is exploring what it means to be resilient in times of uncertainty and loss. Perhaps you've suffered a devastating financial loss, overcome a health issue, or had to start over again? We're keen to hear what made you keep going, and what advice you would have for … View moreThe Sunday Star-Times is exploring what it means to be resilient in times of uncertainty and loss. Perhaps you've suffered a devastating financial loss, overcome a health issue, or had to start over again? We're keen to hear what made you keep going, and what advice you would have for others. If you're happy to be identified and share your story, please share your story in the comments below, or contact kelly.dennett@stuff.co.nz
When I heard there would be changes to the consent rules around building sleep outs, I was excited. I've always wanted a tea house in my back yard... a garden room where I can do a bit of potting, maybe read a book, or just cool off in the shade.
Turns out it's not quite as simple as a … View moreWhen I heard there would be changes to the consent rules around building sleep outs, I was excited. I've always wanted a tea house in my back yard... a garden room where I can do a bit of potting, maybe read a book, or just cool off in the shade.
Turns out it's not quite as simple as a trip to the hardware store to burn a hole in your credit card. If you're thinking of putting something up on your property, check in here first:
BPW Franklin extends an invitation to all interested women to join us in celebrating our International Candle Lighting Ceremony
, recognising women who work for women. If your roots are from another country come and represent it on this special evening. We would love to share the evening with you.… View moreBPW Franklin extends an invitation to all interested women to join us in celebrating our International Candle Lighting Ceremony
, recognising women who work for women. If your roots are from another country come and represent it on this special evening. We would love to share the evening with you.
Wednesday 24th June 2020
Venue: Pukekohe Cosmopolitan Club
78 Nelson Street. Pukekohe
Mix & Mingle: 6:15 pm for 7:00 pm start
Cost: $30 per person Cash bar Dinner served at tables
BPW International Candle Lighting - celebrating our BPW members throughout the world
Mystery prize from registration numbers.
Interesting Displays.
Registration & deadline for payments 18 June
BPW Franklin Inc 020 0404 0100956 00
Ref your name and ‘Reg’
Please advise of any special dietary requirements and the names of your guest/s
RSVP To bpwfranklinsec@gmail.com
Phone/text 02102950688
It would be great to have you with us on the night.
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