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I'm working on a travel story for Stuff about the things that have surprised returning Kiwis about New Zealand. If you have recently returned from overseas or know someone who has, it would be great to hear about the things that have stood out for you, for better or for worse. … View moreHi everyone,
I'm working on a travel story for Stuff about the things that have surprised returning Kiwis about New Zealand. If you have recently returned from overseas or know someone who has, it would be great to hear about the things that have stood out for you, for better or for worse. Whether it's to do with the weather, the cost of things, the public transport, the food, the housing, the people or something else entirely, we'd be keen to hear about it. Please remember that your comment may be included in the article, unless you say you don't want it to be. Thank you.
Have you got a Kind Neighbour in your hood? We've teamed up with our mates at AMI to shout-out the good people up and down the country that have been nominated by others in their community. Get your shout outs in to our AMI Kind Neighbour Page and you and your nominee could win a $50 Prezzy® … View moreHave you got a Kind Neighbour in your hood? We've teamed up with our mates at AMI to shout-out the good people up and down the country that have been nominated by others in their community. Get your shout outs in to our AMI Kind Neighbour Page and you and your nominee could win a $50 Prezzy® Card AND a shout out in your local paper! Check out last weeks below ⬇️⬇️
"My neighbour Ann, a retired special ed teacher, goes the extra mile for her community. On her neighbourhood walks she notices blocked drains, or dangerous pavements on school routes and spends time phoning the Council to get them fixed. She is part of a local group that petitioned for new school crossings on Takanini School Road. She volunteers at the local school for free maths tuition. She sets a really great example of looking out for her community and makes the world a better place."
Naturo Pharm are running a competition. The lucky winner will receive a complimentary ticket to the Auckland Baby Show at ASB Showgrounds, Greenlane on the 21st to 23rd August . Way of Life Health Shop has one ticket to give away. To enter, buy any Naturo Pharm Baby or Maternity product in store … View moreNaturo Pharm are running a competition. The lucky winner will receive a complimentary ticket to the Auckland Baby Show at ASB Showgrounds, Greenlane on the 21st to 23rd August . Way of Life Health Shop has one ticket to give away. To enter, buy any Naturo Pharm Baby or Maternity product in store between now and the 6th August. The winner will be drawn on the 7 August. Naturo Pharm will courier the ticket direct to the lucky winner.
View Hamilton Harcourts' latest interactive Blueprint.
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Date: 22nd July 2020
Time: 6.30 mix and mingle for start at 7pm
Venue: Cosmopolitan Club, Nelson St, Pukekohe
Cost: $30 prepaid BPW Franklin Inc please. Contact bpwfranklinsec@gmail.com for bank account number. Cash bar available.
Speakers: Chanelle Reid
Topic: Marketing your business or … View moreDate: 22nd July 2020
Time: 6.30 mix and mingle for start at 7pm
Venue: Cosmopolitan Club, Nelson St, Pukekohe
Cost: $30 prepaid BPW Franklin Inc please. Contact bpwfranklinsec@gmail.com for bank account number. Cash bar available.
Speakers: Chanelle Reid
Topic: Marketing your business or organisation
Please text Marilyn Bennett 027 479 9121 or email her marilynbennett35@gmail.com before 19 July. to confirm attendance and request dietary requirements.
Tell your friends about BPW Franklin and bring them along to the dinner too. For more information about our organisation see www.facebook.com... or www.bpwfranklin.org.nz...
A man who used a paintball gun to shoot glass marbles at another motorist in a road rage incident ha…
NZ Gardener and Ryman Healthcare are on the hunt for the 2020 Ryman Healthcare Gardener of the Year! We're looking for green thumbs doing heroic work for their community.
Do you know someone sharing the veggies they've grown with their neighbours? Perhaps locals restoring a park in the… View moreNZ Gardener and Ryman Healthcare are on the hunt for the 2020 Ryman Healthcare Gardener of the Year! We're looking for green thumbs doing heroic work for their community.
Do you know someone sharing the veggies they've grown with their neighbours? Perhaps locals restoring a park in the area to bring back birds, or a group of neighbours doing a great job in their community garden. Nominate them today!
Click here and tell us why they deserve to be this year's Ryman Healthcare Gardener of the Year.
Hi neighbours,
Think you know how old your dog is? Think again.
Multiplying by seven isn't accurate, a new study says. Researchers at the University of California San Diego School of Medicine and other leading health institutions across the country have now debunked that common belief.
… View moreHi neighbours,
Think you know how old your dog is? Think again.
Multiplying by seven isn't accurate, a new study says. Researchers at the University of California San Diego School of Medicine and other leading health institutions across the country have now debunked that common belief.
According to their findings, a one-year-old dog is similar to a 31-year-old human.
To read about the how to calculate our dog's age, click here
One of the most scenic hot air balloon flights in the world - among the mountains in Queenstown - has slashed prices by a third to attract Kiwi travellers. Click the link below to read more.
Hi Waikato,
Would you pay $40 for a cheese toastie?
You might do if it came with a lobster tail sat between a golden Volare brioche, buffalo mozzarella, crayfish oil and crispy Vandy bacon crumbs.
The dish is just one of many over 30 Waikato's chefs have let their creative minds run wild … View moreHi Waikato,
Would you pay $40 for a cheese toastie?
You might do if it came with a lobster tail sat between a golden Volare brioche, buffalo mozzarella, crayfish oil and crispy Vandy bacon crumbs.
The dish is just one of many over 30 Waikato's chefs have let their creative minds run wild for during this year's Meyer Cheese Melt Challenge.
The competition, which sees a reimagining of the classic cheese toastie, is back for its second year and the entries are crazier than ever.
To read more about other toastie creations at this year's competition, click here
$20 Introductory Course over 9 weeks. Choice of classroom or online.
Enrol at www.philosophy.nz or at 7:00pm Tuesday 28 July, Theosophical Hall, 73 Anglesea Street, Hamilton (South of Anzac Parade roundabout).
We'd love to know what you would like to learn about and discuss. Simply vote… View more$20 Introductory Course over 9 weeks. Choice of classroom or online.
Enrol at www.philosophy.nz or at 7:00pm Tuesday 28 July, Theosophical Hall, 73 Anglesea Street, Hamilton (South of Anzac Parade roundabout).
We'd love to know what you would like to learn about and discuss. Simply vote down below!
Hi All
On Sunday's (well the last 2 Sunday's gone) there has been a gathering of old school American cars in the Lone Star Cafe on Massey Ave Pukekohe. Every time I get to go back down there they have gone.
Does anyone know anyone from this group?. Would like to get in touch with them … View moreHi All
On Sunday's (well the last 2 Sunday's gone) there has been a gathering of old school American cars in the Lone Star Cafe on Massey Ave Pukekohe. Every time I get to go back down there they have gone.
Does anyone know anyone from this group?. Would like to get in touch with them to join.
Hope someone can help
Regards
David
Join us at Pukekohe Library to celebrate the release of Janet Pates new book 2020 Vision: Tales out of Lockdown. Janet has written several books for children and adults and is a past winner of the Tom Fitzgibbon award for junior fiction and the National Fiction day New Zealand award.
If you … View moreJoin us at Pukekohe Library to celebrate the release of Janet Pates new book 2020 Vision: Tales out of Lockdown. Janet has written several books for children and adults and is a past winner of the Tom Fitzgibbon award for junior fiction and the National Fiction day New Zealand award.
If you would like to support Janet by buying a copy of her book, copies will be available at the event for $15.00
With Covid-19 still a very real risk, people who are unwell are told to stay home, and to keep any sickly kids home too - but what if you don't have any more sick leave owing?
Most Kiwis are entitled to five days of sick leave a year, but some - often those in lower paid jobs - get less.
… View moreWith Covid-19 still a very real risk, people who are unwell are told to stay home, and to keep any sickly kids home too - but what if you don't have any more sick leave owing?
Most Kiwis are entitled to five days of sick leave a year, but some - often those in lower paid jobs - get less.
New Zealand’s minimum sick leave allowance is one of the lowest in the OECD. In Australia they get 10 days, in most European countries it’s even more.
Should Kiwis be entitled to more sick leave?
To read more, click here.
We have a lovely new drink in-store at Way of Life Health Shop called Jun Tibetan Living Tea. Jun is a cousin of Kombucha, which uses honey to aid the natural fermentation process rather than sugar. It is brewed with organic white tea and Manuka honey, and is rich in organic acids, beneficial … View moreWe have a lovely new drink in-store at Way of Life Health Shop called Jun Tibetan Living Tea. Jun is a cousin of Kombucha, which uses honey to aid the natural fermentation process rather than sugar. It is brewed with organic white tea and Manuka honey, and is rich in organic acids, beneficial bacteria, digestive enzymes, antioxidants, and B vitamins.
* High probiotic count (honey creates a robust prebiotic
environment throughout fermentation)
* Less than 2.5% sugar
* Made with pure Tongariro spring water
* Light & sparkling
This is a delightfully refreshing drink!
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