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Poll: Celebrating 125 years of women's vote

Reporter Franklin County News

Kia Ora neighbours,
Franklin will soon be celebrating the passing of the Parliamentary Act on September 19, 1893 that allowed women to vote.

Business and Professional Women Franklin have organised a day of celebrations this Saturday September 15.

The 125-year celebration will start with a parade in Pukekohe, followed by a ticketed high tea event and a free art expo at Franklin: The Centre.

Will you be attending the parade or any of the other events?

Who are some of the awesome Franklin women you will be celebrating and recognising?

What other ways will you be acknowledging the change in history?
Let us know in the comments below or vote in the poll.

Read more about the celebrations this weekend: www.stuff.co.nz...

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Celebrating 125 years of women's vote
  • 0% I will proudly march in the parade.
    0% Complete
  • 37.5% I might go to some of the events.
    37.5% Complete
  • 62.5% I think I'll skip it.
    62.5% Complete
8 votes
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