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There’s less than a month left to nominate someone for our Franklin’s Finest People of the Year Awards.
We’ve had some great entries come in, but we are still looking for a lot more to come through over the next three weeks.
All nominators go in the draw to win a $500 voucher from the team… View moreThere’s less than a month left to nominate someone for our Franklin’s Finest People of the Year Awards.
We’ve had some great entries come in, but we are still looking for a lot more to come through over the next three weeks.
All nominators go in the draw to win a $500 voucher from the team at Mitre 10 Mega Pukekohe.
This is a great incentive to put pen to paper and put someone up for the awards.
For categories like Junior Achiever, Community Worker, Sports Personality and Employee, just a nomination is a great addition to a CV because all nominees are sent an official letter.
Other categories like Volunteer, Inspiration, Act of Kindness and Lifetime Achievement are simply neat ways to acknowledge the efforts of our community heroes.
So please take a moment to nominate that special someone - or you can email me direct at julie.kaio@fairfaxmedia.co.nz
Armistice in Cambridge is a military-themed two day event with loads of things for the kids (of all ages) to do including archery, rowing a Navy cutter, fighting a mock battle in the World War One trench and attempting an Army obstacle course. Mark this Saturday and Sunday 12 & 13 November on … View moreArmistice in Cambridge is a military-themed two day event with loads of things for the kids (of all ages) to do including archery, rowing a Navy cutter, fighting a mock battle in the World War One trench and attempting an Army obstacle course. Mark this Saturday and Sunday 12 & 13 November on your calendar. If the kids complete 7 of the activities they win corporal stripes or a Navy badge.
Check out our website or Facebook page for more details.
To celebrate the launch of our latest TV advert we’re giving you the chance to win $1000 cash. Head over to our Facebook page to enter. Terms & conditions apply.
All of NZ’s coastline is at risk from tsunami. Take some time this weekend to make a plan with your family. If your street was evacuated where would you go? What would you take? What about pets? Do you have neighbours who might need your help?
In a local source tsunami we may only have a few … View moreAll of NZ’s coastline is at risk from tsunami. Take some time this weekend to make a plan with your family. If your street was evacuated where would you go? What would you take? What about pets? Do you have neighbours who might need your help?
In a local source tsunami we may only have a few minutes warning. Early warning saves lives. Know what to do and where to go. www.happens.nz...
This week in Pulse of the Nation, we're asking about property prices in your community. Do they concern you?
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Wow! $38 million is up for grabs with Powerball on Saturday. If you won the 'big one' this weekend, how would you spend it?
The Pukekohe Fan Day yesterday in the town square was loads of fun for the race fans! Kids tried on a virtual reality headset to experience the excitement of a hot lap around the Pukekohe Park Raceway at high speed. There was also a photo booth and four Supercars drivers signed autographs for fans … View moreThe Pukekohe Fan Day yesterday in the town square was loads of fun for the race fans! Kids tried on a virtual reality headset to experience the excitement of a hot lap around the Pukekohe Park Raceway at high speed. There was also a photo booth and four Supercars drivers signed autographs for fans who flocked to the square.
ITM Auckland SuperSprint is at Pukekohe Park Raceway, November 4 to 6. Who's going? It'll be a great weekend!
The Waiuku Blast to the Past once again treated thousands from far and wide to a spectacular fireworks display. The crowds were treated to a variety of live music and great family entertainment together with a wonderful market.
Organisers say a huge thank you to the sponsors of the event! Photos: … View moreThe Waiuku Blast to the Past once again treated thousands from far and wide to a spectacular fireworks display. The crowds were treated to a variety of live music and great family entertainment together with a wonderful market.
Organisers say a huge thank you to the sponsors of the event! Photos: Robin Short of Waiuku.
Do you need to manage your stress levels? Caroline and Jane Hurst run classes in the traditional Korean martial art of kuk sool won - which they say is a great way to de-stress and find balance in your life.
What stresses you out the most?
To read more- www.stuff.co.nz...
The Tuakau Duck Race will be held at the Les Batkin Reserve, Tuakau; on the 20th of November starting at 11am.
The main event where 1000 small, rubber ducks race down the Waikato River is scheduled for 2pm. There are great prizes to be won so get your $5 ticket for the Tuakau Duck Race at Tuakau … View moreThe Tuakau Duck Race will be held at the Les Batkin Reserve, Tuakau; on the 20th of November starting at 11am.
The main event where 1000 small, rubber ducks race down the Waikato River is scheduled for 2pm. There are great prizes to be won so get your $5 ticket for the Tuakau Duck Race at Tuakau Kindergarten on Buckland road OR email us on tuakauduckrace@gmail.com for electronic transfers. This is a FREE community event and we encourage families to come down and enjoy all the activities we have planned for the day. There will be face painting, a duck hunt, pony rides, obstacle course and the very entertaining "Sponge the Teacher"!
Opportunities to watch Waka Ama perform on the water as well as meeting members from our local fire brigade, police and neighbourhood watch should get young and old equally excited!
Delicious food will be offered at very reasonable prices but please do remember this is a CASH ONLY event.
For more information please visit www.tuakauduckrace.nz...
I'm happy to confirm the sections of the Waikato Show in April:
Autumn HomeXPO, Homegrown Harvest, Wellbeing Waikato Show, clubs & Creativity Showcase, Te Papanui Earth Matters, Alpaca Colourbration Show, Cultural Village, Live Entertainment, Carnival, Pony Rides, Lifesize Foosball, free… View moreI'm happy to confirm the sections of the Waikato Show in April:
Autumn HomeXPO, Homegrown Harvest, Wellbeing Waikato Show, clubs & Creativity Showcase, Te Papanui Earth Matters, Alpaca Colourbration Show, Cultural Village, Live Entertainment, Carnival, Pony Rides, Lifesize Foosball, free kids activity, all for only $8 per person (under 5s are free).
Plus, we offer a free School Day Out programme for classrooms - Teachers, get in touch now to book your space.
For updates, check out my Event Listing.
Our People of the Year awards are approaching - so don't forget to vote. Fill out the nomination form and email to julie.kaio@fairfaxmedia.co.nz.
It only takes a minute - and these are awards are so very cool - a great chance to acknowledge those in our community doing something special.
The kokako has been named Bird of the Year - its first win in the Forest & Bird contest.
READ MORE: www.stuff.co.nz...
What is your favourite New Zealand bird?
Armistice in Cambridge is a military-themed two day event with loads of things for the kids (of all ages) to do including archery, rowing a Navy cutter, fighting a mock battle in the World War One trench and attempting an Army obstacle course.
Mark Saturday 12th and Sunday 13th November on your … View moreArmistice in Cambridge is a military-themed two day event with loads of things for the kids (of all ages) to do including archery, rowing a Navy cutter, fighting a mock battle in the World War One trench and attempting an Army obstacle course.
Mark Saturday 12th and Sunday 13th November on your calendar. Head to the Mighty River Domain, Lake Karapiro, Cambridge. If the kids complete 7 of the activities they win corporal stripes or a Navy badge. Click here for more details or find us on Facebook.
The FCN team just visited The Cheesecake Shop which has just opened in Pukekohe! We were very impressed :)
What's your favourite cheesecake flavour?
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