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Kia ora water-lovers!
Here are some tips to make sure you and your loved ones are well prepared and stay safe:
1. Check the marine weather forecast before you go out, it could save your life! 58% of boaties already check it. We want the other 42% to make it a habit. MetService New Zealand's … View moreKia ora water-lovers!
Here are some tips to make sure you and your loved ones are well prepared and stay safe:
1. Check the marine weather forecast before you go out, it could save your life! 58% of boaties already check it. We want the other 42% to make it a habit. MetService New Zealand's Marine App makes it easy.
2. Tests your life jackets. Pull hard on the straps and see if any of them stretch or rip. Check all over for any existing tears in the straps and any cuts or punctures in the life jacket. If yes, do not use the life jacket, dispose of it, and replace it. Always check if it floats before putting them on. Keep in mind kapok life jackets should not be used as they can absorb water and sink, their cotton straps also easily rip! Burn them or bin them, but whatever you do - don't use or resell them.
3. For this year's Safer Boating Week, boaties are being reminded to “Prep, Check, Know” - prepare your boat, check your gear and know the rules before going on the water.
Let's put in the time and effort to make sure there are NO water related accidents or deaths this Labour Day long-weekend! Don't forget to look out for each other and report any concerns you have to local authorities.
#SaferBoatingWeek
#NSNZemergencypreparedness
Hi neighbours, the government will bring in new regulation ending tax-free overseas online shopping in October 2019.
In a Stuff article, Tom Pullar-Strecker examines how large foreign companies would be required to levy GST on all goods they shipped to New Zealanders valued at $1000 or less.
I … View moreHi neighbours, the government will bring in new regulation ending tax-free overseas online shopping in October 2019.
In a Stuff article, Tom Pullar-Strecker examines how large foreign companies would be required to levy GST on all goods they shipped to New Zealanders valued at $1000 or less.
I personally do a bunch of shopping online, what about you? With this new tax affect the way you shop?
READ MORE: www.stuff.co.nz...
New Films: "Halloween Movie", "King of Thieves Film": and "A Star is Born"
For a second year, Neighbourly and Resene are challenging you to Colour your Community! Make a positive difference in your neighbourhood by transforming an area that needs a little love. There's six prizes of up to $1000 worth of Resene paints, wood stains and accessories up for grabs!
… View moreFor a second year, Neighbourly and Resene are challenging you to Colour your Community! Make a positive difference in your neighbourhood by transforming an area that needs a little love. There's six prizes of up to $1000 worth of Resene paints, wood stains and accessories up for grabs!
Whether it's a new mural for your community hall, a graffiti clean up or a local playground paint job, apply now on behalf of your organisation, business, or for your own community project.
RSA Franklin is hosting a dinner to commemorate the 100th Anniversary of the end of World War 1 and the signing of the Armistice. Please join with us on this momentous occasion. Poster attached with details.
Kia Ora Neighbourhood Supporters -
Friendly reminder that Shake Out, our national earthquake drill and tsunami hīkoi, is happening tomorrow.
At 9:30am over 800,000 people across the country will drop, cover, and hold!
Are you joining in?
#NSNZemergencypreparedness
What do you call six women stranded on a mountain in the rain: ridiculous! Or you could call them social climbers … but just not to their faces! Once at the hut, not only do they unload their packs full of food, wine, and a souvenir rock; their hang-ups get unloaded as well.
Torrential rain … View moreWhat do you call six women stranded on a mountain in the rain: ridiculous! Or you could call them social climbers … but just not to their faces! Once at the hut, not only do they unload their packs full of food, wine, and a souvenir rock; their hang-ups get unloaded as well.
Torrential rain and a flooded bridge keep them stranded for three days. What they get up to, to help pass the time, raises a few eyebrows and will have you laughing, tearing up and applauding enthusiastically as they bare all.
Of course, it’s not just souls that are exposed, there’s a little nudity, a cracking thunderstorm, explosions, screaming bloody murder, ghostly stories, a birthday celebration, a séance, a drunken party, confessions, meltdowns and revelations that will keep you and your friends entertained throughout.
Perfectly timed for your own social group’s ascent into summer, don’t miss this hilarious play when it comes to a town near you in November.
Celebrating some of the greatest singers of all-time including Mario Lanza, Richard Tauber, Pavarotti, Placido Domingo, Joan Sutherland, Maria Callas and Dame Kiri.
A programme interspersed with film and great anecdotes, humour and a mix of opera arias like Nessun Dorma, and the Pearl Fishers … View moreCelebrating some of the greatest singers of all-time including Mario Lanza, Richard Tauber, Pavarotti, Placido Domingo, Joan Sutherland, Maria Callas and Dame Kiri.
A programme interspersed with film and great anecdotes, humour and a mix of opera arias like Nessun Dorma, and the Pearl Fishers duet.
Don’t worry, not everything is opera! Featuring melodies such as Tauber’s You are my Hearts Delight and Pedro the Fisherman, and Mario Lanza’s I’ll Walk with God.
As well as our Three Tenors we have Amanda Atlas, star of Opera Australia and New Zealand Opera, Susan Boland and David Kelly, principal accompanist and répétiteur with New Zealand Opera.
Fraser High School is the hub of adult learning in Hamilton and the Waikato district. We offer over 60 evening and weekend classes. Our courses are very reasonably priced as we are supported by the Ministry of Education to offer interesting and useful short programs.
Pick from our courses on … View moreFraser High School is the hub of adult learning in Hamilton and the Waikato district. We offer over 60 evening and weekend classes. Our courses are very reasonably priced as we are supported by the Ministry of Education to offer interesting and useful short programs.
Pick from our courses on business management, computing, food and cooking, gardening, language, music and dance, photography, and art.
You can LOOK, BOOK and PAY online at www.fraserace.ac.nz or just call us on 07 846 8624. It's easy!
Just a few clicks and you will be on a new learning adventure.
A BIG sincere thanks to all those who visited this EXPO last month. It was a sure fire success as usual and the weather was a huge help to. For those who couldn't make - well I'm sure it will be presented again next year. I will keep you informed of the new date when the Planning … View moreA BIG sincere thanks to all those who visited this EXPO last month. It was a sure fire success as usual and the weather was a huge help to. For those who couldn't make - well I'm sure it will be presented again next year. I will keep you informed of the new date when the Planning Committee meets in the coming weeks to officially report and wrap up the 2018 Expo.
Once again, many thanks to all, for your help and confidence in your local area and those from outside of the Franklin area for supporting the Greater Franklin district. We look forward to your continued support in 2019.
Hi all,
Just a friendly note to say Franklin Toastmasters have their regular meeting tonight at 7pm at the Pukekohe A&P showgrounds.
It's a great way to meet people in the community, get out of the house and improve your public speaking skills / confidence and leadership at the same … View moreHi all,
Just a friendly note to say Franklin Toastmasters have their regular meeting tonight at 7pm at the Pukekohe A&P showgrounds.
It's a great way to meet people in the community, get out of the house and improve your public speaking skills / confidence and leadership at the same time.
If you can speak in public, you can do anything.
We're a friendly bunch, and would love to meet you - if you'd like to come, please visit the website and let us know - or just turn up.
We have chocolate biscuits!
See you there!
Hi Waikato,
What's the highest price per litre of fuel you've paid for recently? Petrol prices are skyrocketing around the country, with some Kiwi motorists shelling out more than $3 a litre for fuel!
Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern claims that New Zealanders are being … View moreHi Waikato,
What's the highest price per litre of fuel you've paid for recently? Petrol prices are skyrocketing around the country, with some Kiwi motorists shelling out more than $3 a litre for fuel!
Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern claims that New Zealanders are being "fleeced" at the pump, but petrol companies are pushing back on those claims.
The Government plans to rush through changes to an act, which will allow a watchdog to investigate the margins on fuel. Click here to read more about how your rising fuel taxes will be spent.
So what are your thoughts on the current price of fuel? Can you and your family afford it? Do you think the current prices need to be investigated? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below!
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ACC is proposing to reduce the business levy you pay. If you’re in business, these proposals could affect you.
Find out by how much by using ACC's online calculator and have your say at our site by October 25.
Hi there, our new office at 21 Home Straight, Te Rapa is now open.
Our office hours are:
Monday—Thursday 9.00am-4.30pm
Friday 9.30am-4.30pm
To make an appointment to see us, or for general enquiries, please call our Contact Centre on 0800 775 247 or call 0800 377 774 for business … View moreHi there, our new office at 21 Home Straight, Te Rapa is now open.
Our office hours are:
Monday—Thursday 9.00am-4.30pm
Friday 9.30am-4.30pm
To make an appointment to see us, or for general enquiries, please call our Contact Centre on 0800 775 247 or call 0800 377 774 for business enquiries or use your myIR account.
If you need an IRD number you can apply for one at the AA Centre, 313 Barton Street, Hamilton or at NZ Post Shops.
Our office at 1 Bryce Street, Hamilton closed permanently on Friday 12 October 2018.
The team at Inland Revenue
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