Speed Dating
Would you like to Find that some one special that you can talk to, have coffee, Dinner, Movies etc with? Are you looking for someone to go with you to your Christmas party? or would just like to meet some one, who may be the person you are looking for to share your life with? If so please get in touch with me, Lorraine and I are from Mauku , we have decided to start Speed dating up in Pukekohe, I have successfully started a Coffee Group for women which has been going for 2 years, with some great friends made. We both would like to help bring people together. If you have been thinking you would like to meet some one, Please Give Speed dating a go, what have you got to Loose ? nothing and maybe just maybe everything to gain. Do you have a friend, who would like to meet someone special? Do you know a Male friend, family member, work friend, who may like to meet some one? If so please leave a message here, or email us at speeddate.franklin@gmail.com ……………………………………………..Our first speed date is December 13th at 7:15 pm (Thursday) at Ed Street, 45 to 60 years (will be also running different age groups in the new year) $40.00 cost which includes, a glass of bubbly on arrival and finger food during half time break. Books essential as spaces Ltd. for more information please contact me
Poll: Should the government levy industries that contribute to financial hardship?
As reported in the Post, there’s a $30 million funding gap in financial mentoring. This has led to services closing and mentors stepping in unpaid just to keep helping people in need 🪙💰🪙
One proposed solution? Small levies on industries that profit from financial hardship — like banks, casinos, and similar companies.
So we want to hear what you think:
Should the government ask these industries to contribute?
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59.6% Yes, supporting people is important!
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26% No, individuals should take responsibility
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14.4% ... It is complicated
A Neighbourly Riddle! Don’t Overthink It… Or Do?😜
Do you think you know the answer? Simply 'Like' this post if you know the answer and the big reveal will be posted in the comments at 2pm on the day!
If you multiply this number by any other number, the answer will always be the same. What number is this?
Have you got New Zealand's best shed? Show us and win!
Once again, Resene and NZ Gardener are on the hunt for New Zealand’s best shed! Send in the photos and the stories behind your man caves, she sheds, clever upcycled spaces, potty potting sheds and colourful chicken coops. The Resene Shed of the Year 2026 winner receives $1000 Resene ColorShop voucher, a $908 large Vegepod Starter Pack and a one-year subscription to NZ Gardener. To enter, tell us in writing (no more than 500 words) why your garden shed is New Zealand’s best, and send up to five high-quality photos by email to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz. Entries close February 23, 2026.
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