Franklin Social Service Expo 10th May
Do you know who to call if you need help and all that is available to you as a member of the Franklin community?
On Thursday May 10, 2018, from 10am to 4pm, at the Pukekohe Town Hall and Concert Chambers, FranCOSS (Franklin Council of Social Services) will be hosting its first Expo.
You may be looking for or wondering what support is available to you here in Franklin and it could literally be right under your nose! Join us for this event that has been designed to connect you with a wide range of services available locally. Take the opportunity to meet the people behind the organisations actively supporting you, and to find out more about what is available in our amazing community.
Some of the line-up includes: adult learning, social groups and clubs, Victim Support, health and wellbeing organisations, Age Concern, Healthpoint and Auckland Libraries.
Entry to the event is FREE and refreshments will be available.
All Welcome!
Jan Wallace, Franklin Council of Social Services (FranCOSS)
Charities Commission Registration CC40791
admin@francoss.org.nz
Denim, but make it one-of-a-kind 💙
Not every pair of jeans makes it to the rack... but that doesn’t mean their story ends there. Our talented volunteer Annie has been transforming damaged denim into handcrafted bags, hats and aprons in our Onehunga SPCA Op Shop ✂️🧵
This latest batch even features her own hand-sewn designs, and customers have been loving them, they sell almost as soon as they hit the shelf!
It’s creativity, sustainability and community all stitched together, helping animals in need 🐾
📍 217 Onehunga Mall, Onehunga
🕘 9am–5pm, 7 days
Share your favourite main crop potato recipe and win a copy of our mag!
Love potatoes? We will give away free copies of the May 2026 issue to readers whose potato recipes are used in our magazine. To be in the running, make sure you email your family's favourite way to enjoy potatoes: mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, by March 1, 2026.
Scam Alert: Bank cold calls
ASB is warning customers about reports of cold calls from scammers claiming to be from ASB. These scammers are trying to obtain personal information, including usernames, dates of birth, and verification codes sent to your mobile phone.
🛡️ The "Caller Check" Test
If you get a call from someone claiming to be from ASB and you’re unsure, just ask them for a Caller Check. You will then be able to verify the call through the app.
Remember, banks will:
❌ Never ask for your banking passwords, PINs, or verification codes
❌ Never need to know your full credit card number – especially the CVC
❌ Never ask you to download software or remotely access your device
❌ Never ask you to purchase gift cards or transfer funds.
If you have received a phone call and think your account has been compromised, call ASB on 0800 ASB FRAUD (0800 272 372), or visit your local branch.
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