Meremere news is brought to you by the team at Franklin County News
Recent posts
Thank you for using Neighbourly
Good in the Hood is back. This month when you come into Z, you can vote to help groups that make a difference in your neighbourhood – whether it’s providing free meals, saving native wildlife or enriching the lives of the disabled. So come on, get into your local Z and vote to make your … View moreGood in the Hood is back. This month when you come into Z, you can vote to help groups that make a difference in your neighbourhood – whether it’s providing free meals, saving native wildlife or enriching the lives of the disabled. So come on, get into your local Z and vote to make your community a better place.
When people ask for you specifically to diagnose an issue with their Subaru, you know you have deser…
Did you know sign language is New Zealand's third official language? The Neighbourly team is celebrating New Zealand Sign Language Week by introducing themselves through sign. You can learn how to finger-spell your own name by using the NZSL Online Dictionary.
It's the great boarding debate. Should parents charge their adult children board if they are still living at home or should they allow them to live at home cost-free and accumulate savings?
READ MORE: www.stuff.co.nz...
The weather gods smiled on Franklin for the beginning of winter sport for hundreds throughout our district on the weekend.
The sun shone on the Pukekohe Netball Centre courts for the first day of 2017 grading on Saturday - which saw players of all ages take to the court for the start for season … View moreThe weather gods smiled on Franklin for the beginning of winter sport for hundreds throughout our district on the weekend.
The sun shone on the Pukekohe Netball Centre courts for the first day of 2017 grading on Saturday - which saw players of all ages take to the court for the start for season ahead.
As usual, the day was superbly organised by the professional Pukekohe Netball Centre crew who never cease to amaze me how they skilfully co-ordinate hundreds of players in dozens of games each Saturday.
The start of the winter season is an opportune time to thank all our wonderful volunteers who give up their precious time to ensure players enjoy their chosen sport, whether that be on the netball courts, rugby and soccer fields or hockey turf.
Without these dedicated volunteers, so many of our youngsters would simply miss out - so take a bow all of you - and thanks for all you do.
Julie :)
As we head in to winter, check out these 5 top tips for cutting down your power bill:
1. If you’re not using it, switch it off: If you’re not using an appliance, such as a heated towel, dryer, or TV, switch it off at the wall so it doesn’t use power on standby.
2. Change your cooking … View moreAs we head in to winter, check out these 5 top tips for cutting down your power bill:
1. If you’re not using it, switch it off: If you’re not using an appliance, such as a heated towel, dryer, or TV, switch it off at the wall so it doesn’t use power on standby.
2. Change your cooking habits: Eat fresh veges instead of cooking. Using the oven for an hour a night can add $20 to your monthly power bill.
3. Use curtains to trap heat in: Let the sun heat your home during the day then close your curtains to stop the warmth escaping in the evening.
4. If you’re away, turn the hot water cylinder off: You can save up to $36 on your power bill if you switch your hot water cylinder off while away on weekends.
5. Make the most out of your FREE Hour of Power: Utilise power deals like Electric Kiwi’s free Hour of Power, which gives you one off peak hour of free power a day. Use this hour to heat your home, turn on the dishwasher, or run the washing machine and dryer.
Find out more about Electric Kiwi’s free Hour of Power
Patumahoe has taken out the first round and consolidated its position atop the standings thanks to a…
Police have serious concerns for an elderly man missing from Port Waikato. A search is underway fo…
Perhaps it’s surprising your Mum with a lovely bunch of flowers or baking your favourite childhood treats together. Why not start a new tradition this year and register for the Jennian Homes Mother’s Day Fun Run/Walk, proudly supporting the Heart Foundation NZ. Each entrant will receive a Dick … View morePerhaps it’s surprising your Mum with a lovely bunch of flowers or baking your favourite childhood treats together. Why not start a new tradition this year and register for the Jennian Homes Mother’s Day Fun Run/Walk, proudly supporting the Heart Foundation NZ. Each entrant will receive a Dick Frizzell designed event t-shirt.
So, get your running shoes ready to walk alongside thousands of other women to promote good heart health. You could even rub shoulders with an Olympian. Sign up to a 5km Fun Run/Walk near you to show your support. Tickets on sale at www.jennianmothersday.com
Not many people play five different types of sports, let alone juggle the physical load amidst coaching.
Well 11-year-old Maraekaiti Nepia does exactly that, and he has been rewarded for his sporting efforts at this year's Franklin Junior Sports Awards.
The young sports star won three… View moreNot many people play five different types of sports, let alone juggle the physical load amidst coaching.
Well 11-year-old Maraekaiti Nepia does exactly that, and he has been rewarded for his sporting efforts at this year's Franklin Junior Sports Awards.
The young sports star won three awards...
Great to see everyone at the Netball courts today for the first grading game of the season. What a fantastic day to start!
There are concerns another flood at Lakeside Retirement Lodge could put its elderly residents at risk.
Franklin residents can help out their local community groups this month by voting in Z Energy's Good in the Hood.
Good in the Hood is a community funding programme that awards more than a million dollars every year to around 800 kiwi groups, doing good for people or the environment in the… View moreFranklin residents can help out their local community groups this month by voting in Z Energy's Good in the Hood.
Good in the Hood is a community funding programme that awards more than a million dollars every year to around 800 kiwi groups, doing good for people or the environment in the area,...
Bring friends and whanau on Sat 20 May for a fun-filled day of music, entertainment, bikes, games and more to Open Streets Manukua at the Manukau Civic Square (outside the library), Osterley Way.
Simon Brown's refereeing career will come full circle in this week's Counties Power Counties Manukau Rugby game of the week between Waiuku and Manurewa.
Brown will call time on his refereeing career after Saturday's match, with new challenges on the horizon.
While he's … View moreSimon Brown's refereeing career will come full circle in this week's Counties Power Counties Manukau Rugby game of the week between Waiuku and Manurewa.
Brown will call time on his refereeing career after Saturday's match, with new challenges on the horizon.
While he's excited about his ...
© Neighbourly 2026
Loading…
