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1361 days ago

Girl Guiding is preparing to kick off in Pōkeno

Sapeer Mayron Reporter from Franklin County News

Girl Guiding New Zealand wants to open a new chapter in the growing Waikato town of Pōkeno, about five years since there were guiding activities there.

It is relaunching its Pōkeno presence with code GIRL Matariki, a full-day event where girls will programme a robot to draw the Matariki … View more
Girl Guiding New Zealand wants to open a new chapter in the growing Waikato town of Pōkeno, about five years since there were guiding activities there.

It is relaunching its Pōkeno presence with code GIRL Matariki, a full-day event where girls will programme a robot to draw the Matariki constellation, among other activities.

Local co-ordinators from the Te Kauwhata chapter Luci ​Fraser and Burnadette​ de Meyer are hoping families and parents would be keen to volunteer and help keep the Pōkeno chapter going.

"“The main thing that has kept us going and that I think will be great for Pōkeno is the stability for the girls,” Fraser said.

“Especially at the moment where there are lockdowns and a lot of people moving into Pōkeno, the lives of all these children are just so massively changing.

“Girl Guiding is that one constant, that safe place they can go to every week, whether it’s online or in person, it’s a safe consistent place that isn’t home or school.”

Would you volunteer for Girl Guiding or sign your daughters up?

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1362 days ago

We’ve gone mad this May!

Heathcotes Appliances

Heathcotes’ May Madness sale is on now! Shop crazy deals across our range of TV, Audio, Kitchen, Laundry, IT, Cameras, Small Appliances and more!

Plus, get 36 Months Interest Free on purchases $499 and over!* Come and see us n store| or shop online at www.heathcotes.co.nz!

The Heathcotes … View more
Heathcotes’ May Madness sale is on now! Shop crazy deals across our range of TV, Audio, Kitchen, Laundry, IT, Cameras, Small Appliances and more!

Plus, get 36 Months Interest Free on purchases $499 and over!* Come and see us n store| or shop online at www.heathcotes.co.nz!

The Heathcotes Team

*T&Cs apply. 36 months interest free available on Q card Flexi Payment Plans & Flexi Purchases in-store and online until Tuesday 31st May 2022. Minimum spend $499. Minimum payments of 3% of the monthly closing balance or $10 (whichever is greater) are required throughout interest free period. Paying only the minimum monthly payments will not fully repay the loan before the end of the interest free period. Lending criteria, fees, Ts&Cs apply. Full terms available here.
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1363 days ago

Free art workshop for kids, Saturday 21 May

Franklin Arts Centre from Franklin Arts Centre

Printing with Pasefika Pattern Stencils Workshop with Siniva Williams
Come and create your own art piece using different shaped stencils that are inspired by Pasefika tapa cloth patterns.

Saturday, 21 May 2022
10.00 -10.40am and 10.50 - 11.30am
Franklin Arts Centre
For kids ages 5+, with … View more
Printing with Pasefika Pattern Stencils Workshop with Siniva Williams
Come and create your own art piece using different shaped stencils that are inspired by Pasefika tapa cloth patterns.

Saturday, 21 May 2022
10.00 -10.40am and 10.50 - 11.30am
Franklin Arts Centre
For kids ages 5+, with adult supervision
Wear clothing you do not mind getting dirty.

This workshop is FREE. Spaces are limited. To secure your spot, book online via Eventbrite bit.ly... Or walk in before event starts but on a first come first to join basis, if spaces still available.

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1364 days ago

Trust a farmer to give us their opinion.

PGG Wrightson

The new range of Line7 performance workwear has been designed, developed and tested by you – New Zealand farmers. We asked, listened, and collaborated directly with farmers in the making of this gear. We tested and re-tested in on-farm environments. We re-engineered what farming workwear can be … View moreThe new range of Line7 performance workwear has been designed, developed and tested by you – New Zealand farmers. We asked, listened, and collaborated directly with farmers in the making of this gear. We tested and re-tested in on-farm environments. We re-engineered what farming workwear can be with your needs front of mind.

We brought our decades of experience creating world-class performance gear. Add to that a legacy of Kiwi innovation, a challenger spirit and a practical attitude that’s been part of Line 7 since we started back in 1963.

Every detail has been reviewed and refined – without overlooking the obvious. Breathable, flexible, functional and comfortable, while still being supremely durable and waterproof. Made to fit farmers of all shapes and sizes, with a dedicated range for women. Built to last, and last a bit longer still, with an included repair kit that means you can fix it up quickly yourself.

Now take it out there, try it on and put it to the test. Wear it out and wear it again. We’re pretty damn confident you won’t be disappointed
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1367 days ago

The future is in good hands

LIC

While farming has changed significantly through the generations, LIC has had the privilege of journeying alongside farmers, their families and their businesses and have made constant improvements to deliver superior genetics and technology in response.

Visit our website to find out more about … View more
While farming has changed significantly through the generations, LIC has had the privilege of journeying alongside farmers, their families and their businesses and have made constant improvements to deliver superior genetics and technology in response.

Visit our website to find out more about how these advances are getting the next generation interested in dairy farming.
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1368 days ago

Want to go shopping without leaving your couch?

The Team from NZ Compare

NZ Compare is the home of easy and free to use comparison sites. We’re passionate about helping Kiwis compare what’s out there, so we wanted to introduce you to a new member of our brand family – PriceMe!

PriceMe is NZ's largest comparison-shopping site, sounds fun right?! Whether … View more
NZ Compare is the home of easy and free to use comparison sites. We’re passionate about helping Kiwis compare what’s out there, so we wanted to introduce you to a new member of our brand family – PriceMe!

PriceMe is NZ's largest comparison-shopping site, sounds fun right?! Whether you're buying electronics, appliances, smartphones or watches, hair straighteners or any other everyday household or office product – find the best prices on PriceMe.

Make it your first stop, not an afterthought Neighbours!

Plus, you don’t need to leave the house! Shopping made simple, just how we like it.
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1368 days ago

Happening this Saturday

Chelsea from Pukekohe

The Little Green Expo - 10am to 3pm | 43 Queen St, Pukekohe.
Kids Junk Play, building planter boxes from salvaged materials, making bird feeders and worm farms, composting workshops, low-waste cooking demos, pest-free ideas, tree grafting how-tos, and some amazing sustainable people.

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1369 days ago

Seeking Clients

Kathy from Pukekohe

SEEKING LIFE COACHING CLIENTS
Are you in need of support, guidance and a listening ear?
Many people ask: What is life coaching? Life coaching is the process of helping people identify and achieve personal goals through developing skills and attitudes that lead to self-empowerment.

Come to … View more
SEEKING LIFE COACHING CLIENTS
Are you in need of support, guidance and a listening ear?
Many people ask: What is life coaching? Life coaching is the process of helping people identify and achieve personal goals through developing skills and attitudes that lead to self-empowerment.

Come to Yellow Bird Life Coaching: compassionate, empowering and honest Life Coaching with a trained coach with loads of life experience!
One on one at my home, or through Zoom. Free first session. Follow up emails and support between sessions.

Visit http//yellowbirdlifecoaching.co.nz or call 021 022 58527 to find out more.
Looking forward to working with you!
Kathy

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1369 days ago

Ongoing exhibition - Heterodox Us

Franklin Arts Centre from Franklin Arts Centre

Heterodox Us
19 April – 18 June 2022
Gallery hours: Mon - Fri 9.30am -4.30pm, Sat 9.30am - 2.30pm

Ina Arraoui, Leela Bhai, Dagmar Dyck, Fatu Feu'u, Marcus Hipa, Andy Leleisi'uao, Iokapeta Magele-Suamasi, Sefton Rani, Raymond Sagapolutele, Delicia Sampero, Vaimaila Urale

Working … View more
Heterodox Us
19 April – 18 June 2022
Gallery hours: Mon - Fri 9.30am -4.30pm, Sat 9.30am - 2.30pm

Ina Arraoui, Leela Bhai, Dagmar Dyck, Fatu Feu'u, Marcus Hipa, Andy Leleisi'uao, Iokapeta Magele-Suamasi, Sefton Rani, Raymond Sagapolutele, Delicia Sampero, Vaimaila Urale

Working in a range of artforms this diverse group of eleven artists are brought together by their friendship and an interest in questioning the world around them. Under the banner of 'Heterodox Us' they are part of a group where they are free to share their distinctive points of view with both each other and with Franklin community.

Free entry. All welcome.

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1369 days ago

A Quiet Moment - A painting exhibition by Stephanie Postles

Franklin Arts Centre from Franklin Arts Centre

A Quiet Moment- A painting exhibition by Stephanie Postles
5 - 27 May 2022

Gallery hours: Mon - Fri 9.30am -4.30pm, Sat 9.30am - 2.30pm

This show comprises of a selection of works from the past two years. More recent works, including ‘I Have A Vision’ and ‘Two Options’ reveal … View more
A Quiet Moment- A painting exhibition by Stephanie Postles
5 - 27 May 2022

Gallery hours: Mon - Fri 9.30am -4.30pm, Sat 9.30am - 2.30pm

This show comprises of a selection of works from the past two years. More recent works, including ‘I Have A Vision’ and ‘Two Options’ reveal Stephanie Postle’s compulsion to capture and record spaces, people and places as a tool by which to remember. They encourage the viewer to see what the artist does; namely, the beauty in the banal and the intimacy that is found only in quiet moments. Poignant earlier works such as ‘Courage’ and ‘My Black Dog (Cow)’ capture individuals in the midst of emotional isolation or hardship, encouraging the viewer to contemplate the solidarity of shared human experience and perhaps find comfort in them.

Free entry. All welcome.

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1370 days ago

Brand New Learn to Swim Facility

Hilton Brown

Hilton Brown Swimming have just opened a brand-new purpose-built facility in Te Rapa.

We provide lessons for infants through to adults and offer a Free Trial Lesson for all new customers.

The pool is heated to a toasty 32 degrees with a great airflow system inside.

Come and chat with us… View more
Hilton Brown Swimming have just opened a brand-new purpose-built facility in Te Rapa.

We provide lessons for infants through to adults and offer a Free Trial Lesson for all new customers.

The pool is heated to a toasty 32 degrees with a great airflow system inside.

Come and chat with us today!
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1370 days ago

Does your business need a better broadband plan?

The Team from NZ Compare

Business is tough and finding the right broadband plan or provider can be just as rough, so let's make it a little easier.

We want you to focus on achieving your strategy, not going from site to site, call to call to get a good deal! So we've launched Business Compare - a simple, free … View more
Business is tough and finding the right broadband plan or provider can be just as rough, so let's make it a little easier.

We want you to focus on achieving your strategy, not going from site to site, call to call to get a good deal! So we've launched Business Compare - a simple, free to use website that will help you compare NZ broadband retailers that supply businesses just like yours!

NZ Compare is here to help Kiwi businesses find the right plan, the right provider, the right fit. Go visit Business Compare now!

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1372 days ago

Room for rent

Lawrence from Pokeno

Looking for a tenant to occupy our furnished single bedroom on a brand new 4 bedroom house in Pokeno,Waikato
2 mins to SH1 motorway, close to Countdown, petrol stations,cafes and bars
Plenty of off street parking in a very quiet and safe neighbourhood

$180/week includes electricity,water,wifi and … View more
Looking for a tenant to occupy our furnished single bedroom on a brand new 4 bedroom house in Pokeno,Waikato
2 mins to SH1 motorway, close to Countdown, petrol stations,cafes and bars
Plenty of off street parking in a very quiet and safe neighbourhood

$180/week includes electricity,water,wifi and gas

Available now
PM me for details
Lawrence - 0224231256

Price: $180

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1373 days ago

The ‘Ultimate’ alternative to school!

Vision College

Does your teen disengage at school?

At Vision College we offer our free 'Ultimate' programme, designed for 16-19 year olds who haven’t enjoyed school and are looking to gain skills and insight towards a pathway for their future.

Students gain valuable life and employment skillsView more
Does your teen disengage at school?

At Vision College we offer our free 'Ultimate' programme, designed for 16-19 year olds who haven’t enjoyed school and are looking to gain skills and insight towards a pathway for their future.

Students gain valuable life and employment skills that prepare them for life outside of study, all while achieving the NZ Certificate in Foundation Skills Level 1 and 2, both NZQA qualifications, in just one year.
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1373 days ago

We'd love to see you

Love the Centre

There’s always something to do, see, eat, drink and love when you visit Hamilton’s city centre.

Enjoy a meal at one of our city centres outstanding eateries, book a guided bike tour, watch an outdoor movie in Garden Place or come along to a Super Saturday of music and arts events on Saturday… View more
There’s always something to do, see, eat, drink and love when you visit Hamilton’s city centre.

Enjoy a meal at one of our city centres outstanding eateries, book a guided bike tour, watch an outdoor movie in Garden Place or come along to a Super Saturday of music and arts events on Saturday 21st May at Garden Place and Victoria on the River.
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