Settling In Franklin 2016-17

FRANKLIN

Settling In A GUIDE FOR NEW RESIDENTS

2016-17

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I NFO R M A T I O N GU I DE

Contents Welcome_________________________4

Dining & Entertainment____________ 23-26

Important Numbers _________________ 5

Churches ________________________27

History ________________________ 6-7

Rememberance ___________________ 28

Community _____________________ 8-9

Around the Home _______________ 29-37

Professionals _____________________10

Rural/Lifestyle _________________ 38-43

Education & Childcare ______________ 11-15

Vets & Pets ____________________44-45

Health & Beauty _________________ 16-21

Sports & Fitness ________________ 46-47

Retail __________________________ 22

Transport & Motoring _____________ 48-50

Keeping up with the news New residents to Franklin district will quickly learn that keeping up with local happenings is a breeze.

These publications are often a great source of help to new lifestylers as well as the farming community.

That’s because the district is served by a variety of local newspapers and magazines which provide the latest happenings as well as valued information on living in the country.

Residents have easy access to coverage of council decisions, sports, the arts, education, health, policing and all manner of local issues and events. They can also read about farming matters and rural achievers and receive excellent advice on how to go about life on the farm(let) or similar and it all comes via the mail box.

In addition to local community newspapers, which are delivered weekly across the district, there are rural-focused publications which come in magazine and newspaper style with Rural Living magazine being pitched mostly at lifestyle block owners.

Importantly, Franklin residents are kept in the know!

Published by Times House Publishing, PO Box 259 243 Botany, Auckland 2163.

Level 1, The Lane, Botany Town Centre, 588 Chapel Rd, East Tamaki. Phone 271 8080. Fax 271 8073. www.timeshouse.co.nz. Publishers of Rural Living, Design & Build and Settling In.

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HEEALTH W LCOMES E RVI C E S

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Welcome to the district Congratulations on choosing to live in beautiful Franklin district where residents enjoy a wealth of lifestyle options and are part of a friendly, vibrant community that prides itself on its mix of excellent man-made facilities and stunning natural heritage.

From its comprehensive public amenities and facilities for many different interests through to its natural, rural and waterfront playgrounds, the greater district provides every reason to make Franklin home.

Embracing a wide tract of land reaching from the Awhitu Peninsula in the west to Beachlands and Umupuia/Duders Beach in the east, Franklin is bounded by rural landscapes as well as surf and safe swimming beaches.

To the south lies Waikato, and the city of Hamilton, a mere 45 minutes away from the top of the Bombay Hills, which are regarded as the entranceway to Auckland city in the north.

Central to its character is Franklin’s farming and horticultural roots which still dominate today. Early history of the area is well documented with places such as the Karaka Museum, Glenbrook Railway and more providing wonderful insights into the past.

With the motorway running through the centre of Franklin, access to the north and south is easy and recent

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Manukau Heads redevelopment of transport links to Auckland International Airport means it is a relatively quick drive to this major New Zealand entry/exit point.

While the greater area enjoys country quietude, Franklin is but a stone’s throw from urban hustle and bustle. New residents to the townships of Pukekohe, Waiuku, Pokeno and Beachlands are encouraged to talk to their neighbours, visit information and community centres and to explore the wider region.

Take advantage of local restaurants – Pukekohe and other areas too – you’ll find plenty to titivate the palate. Visit local markets and make the effort to take part in community events such as local agricultural and pastoral days, vintage shows, sports days and the many specialty events that bring the district together.

Most of all just enjoy your new home – you are living in a wonderful part of New Zealand – here’s to settling in quickly and best wishes for the future.

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I M PO RT A N T N U M B E R S Alcohol and Drug Helpline______________ 0800 787 797 Citizens Advice Bureau ________________ 0800 367 222 Civil Defence ______________________ 0800 222 200 Coastguard Manukau _________________ 09 817 6690 Papakura _________________ 09 299 9516 Auckland__________________09 303 4303 If no reply, phone Police Counties Care A&M (Papakura) ____________09 299 9380 Electric Power Lines Down______________ 0800 100 202 Emergencies Police, Fire, Ambulance ______________ 111 Gas Leaks/Broken Mains ________________ 09 301 0101 Healthline ________________________0800 611 116 Hospitals Pukekohe Hospital___________________09 237 0600 Franklin Memorial Hospital _____________ 09 235 9284 Middlemore Hospital _________________09 276 0000 KidzFirst Hospital ___________________09 276 0000 Manukau Superclinic _________________ 09 277 1660 Lifeline 24 Hr Counselling ______________ 0800 543 354

MAF – Animal Welfare Complaints ________ 0800 008 333 – Exotic Disease Hotline ____________0800 809 966 Metservice – Weather forecasts __________ 0900 999 09 Noise Control ______________________ 09 301 0101 Plunketline _______________________ 0800 933 922 Poisons & Hazardous Chemicals __________ 0800 764 766 Police – Highway Patrol Pokeno ___________ 09 233 6354 – Highway Patrol Pukekohe _________ 09 237 1700 – Community Constable Tuakau _______ 09 236 7302 – Community Constable Waiuku ______ 09 236 5020 Pukekohe Family Health Centre ___________ 09 237 0280 SPCA ____________________________ 09 256 7300 Watercare _________________________ 09 442 2222 Womens & Childrens Refuge Crisis Line _____ 0800 733 843 Victim Support _____________________0800 842 846 Useful websites: Neighbourhood Support ______________ www.ns.org.nz Civil Defence ______________ www.civildefence.govt.nz

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HIS TORY

From land wars to prosperity Over the past few years many Aucklanders keen to purchase a home at friendlier prices than the inner city, have seen the potential in Pukekohe and new housing developments at Pokeno, Tuakau, Patumahoe, Waiuku and Beachlands.

And while there has been a surge of growth in lifestyle blocks as well as the urban housing and business markets, Franklin is by no means a new settlement.

In fact, the first immigrant farmers date back to the early 1840s; before that the region was occupied by Maori tribes.

Indeed, it has a colourful history being part of the Auckland area attacked by the northern tribes during the musket war period of 1807-1843. As a result of these attacks, the surviving resident Maori mainly migrated south then, when European settlers began arriving, the remnant Maori population provided them with food supplies.

As the number of settlers grew, the bush-covered Pukekohe area opened up and from about 1843, individual farmers began purchasing small blocks of land which they cleared by hand.

By 1863 there were an increasing number of small, isolated

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farms, however, when Kingitanga Maori refused to swear allegiance to the crown, many settlers moved away. A major battle of the 1863 Land Wars was fought at Pukekohe East between 11 armed settlers, who were converting the Pukekohe East church into a redoubt and approximately 200-300 Maori rebels mainly from the Waikato area.

Although severely outnumbered, the settlers held off the Kingitanga invaders until troops arrived. No settlers were killed or injured however, 30 Maori rebels were killed with many wounded. Six bodies were found near the church and 24 were later found hastily buried in the bush. The church still exists today and the bullet holes are still visible.

Although there were other attacks, the Maori invaders preferred isolated targets. Rebels hid in the bush and lived off settlers’ goods and livestock. As tensions increased, most of the Pukekohe area was abandoned apart from military outposts and growth didn’t re-occur until some years later.

Despite being only a few miles south of Auckland, Franklin district was initially a New Zealand territorial authority lying between the Auckland metropolitan area and the Waikato

H I ST O R Y Pukekohe East Presbyterian Church

Plains. It was abolished as a formal territory on October 31, 2010 and divided between Auckland Council in the Auckland Region and Waikato and Hauraki districts in the Waikato Region.

To the south, Franklin is bounded by the Waikato Plains. In the east, the land rises to the Hunua Ranges, then falls to the coast of the Firth of Thames. In the west is the Tasman Sea.

The Auckland portion is now part of the Franklin ward, which also includes rural parts of the former Manukau City.

The Waikato River mouth is at Port Waikato, south of the region, which has its own unique community.

Bounded in the north by the start of the Auckland metropolitan area and the waters of the Manukau Harbour, this lovely area stretches up the Awhitu Peninsula along the Tasman coast to the mouth of the harbour.

While the area is renowned for its farming and horticulture, Franklin’s settlements have boomed in recent times with Beachlands, Pukekohe, Waiuku, Tuakau, Pokeno and other areas growing rapidly.

Peninsula holiday spots, such as Kariotahi Beach, Matakawau, Big Bay and Orua Bay are well worth visiting and don’t miss visiting the historical lighthouse.

New Zealand Steel’s mill at Glenbrook, north of Waiuku has long been a major industry in the area but now new industries are in the pipeline, making for a promising future.

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COMMUNI T Y Buying or Selling?

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Music & free play for preschoolers and their caregivers Monday & Friday 9.15am during the school term

A support programme for parents and their first baby Weekly meetings sharing experiences and advice

Social mornings for the elderly living alone Tuesday & Thursday 9.15am

Cherry Cooper M. 021 955 141 Papakura 09 298 8029 12325

Positive Pathways For Youth

Providing an opportunity to gain a range of personal and employment related skills increasing employment prospects

www.pukekohecommunityaction.co.nz Pukekohecommunityaction@xtra.co.nz Phone: 09 238 7228 • 0274 521 366

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A programme for adults and children experiencing grief Weekly afternoon activities during the school term

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COMMUNITY

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Wealth of services The individual communities that make up Franklin district are blessed with generous public amenities particularly in the larger farming township of Pukekohe, although smaller townships are also well endowed with the essentials.

Franklin residents have good access to a wide range of professionals such as lawyers and accountants through to vets, bankers, real estate agents, travel consultants, and business services. Christian churches and other religions are well represented.

Excellent health focus means all areas have general practitioners and there is a small satellite hospital at Pukekohe which has a birthing unit and an adult rehabilitation and care ward.

Pukekohe Hospital provides for services such as aged care, maternity, home health care, public health nurses, outpatient rehabilitation and more. The hospital also hosts a mobile surgical unit every six weeks offering minor surgery on referral. The hospital comes under the Counties Manukau DHB. In particular, Pukekohe has excellent emergency services such as ambulance, fire and police stations along with after hours accident and medical services. This thriving rural township also

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Fire Station has a town hall and district court house.

If the district is well catered for when it comes to health and professional services, as well as access to council offices, then new residents will also discover plenty of added facilities covering the likes of pre-school care and education services, leisure activities, entertainment, libraries and more. At Pukekohe there is a Cinema 3 complex and an excellent art gallery.

With the area home to many small block holders as well as serious farmers, there is, naturally, a huge range of agricultural and horticultural services to support such lifestyles.

Importantly, whether living in a township or in the country proper, no one has far to travel for community services which meet their every need.

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PROFES S IO NA L S FRANKLIN TAXATION CENTRE

FAMILY TRUSTS

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“Imagine your hard-earned assets financially secure in a simple Family Trust which is always up to date” • Our complete trust package serves all your financial needs.

• We set up your trust and we teach you how to run it or we can run it for you.

• Each year we review the trust with you to ensure that it meets all requirements and your needs.

• Our trust lawyer visits you in your home saving you time and money.

Take action now — contact Sanctuary Trust Law to get your financial affairs in order

JACQUES F. VANNOORT LLM 11773

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Phone (09) 273 2173 or 021 830308 sanctuarytrustlaw@gmail.com www.sanctuarytrustlaw.co.nz

Your friendly, local property lawyers

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Looking to buy, build or sell a house?

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C H I L D C A RE & E DU C A T I O N

www.suitsandgumboots.co.nz Suits & Gumboots Country Daycare offer learning experiences that are unique to living in our rural community. We nurture a safe and secure learning environment which extends our children’s minds and explores their evolving interests and natural talents.

Check us out today at one of our two beautiful locations – the original, much-admired daycare centre in Te Kauwhata or the brand new, purpose-built centre in Pokeno.

Te Kauwhata 46 Waerenga Rd 07 826 4404

Pokeno 12 Helenslee Rd 09 947 7958

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Your children will love you for it!

0800 46 46 56

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CHILDCAR E & E D U C A T I O N Country Village Preschool ...if you can dream it...you can achieve it...

Ph 09 239 3930

www.countryvillagepreschool.co.nz 1070 Paerata Rd, Pukekohe.

Quality Preschool for 2-5yr olds.

Open 7.30am-5.30pm.

School sessions (8.30am-3.30pm) also available.

Country Village is owned and operated by Michelle Flay and Kerryn Brown, who both bring a wealth of experience and over 20 years teaching experience. They believe in offering children open spaces where they can be free to explore and learn through the natural environment. Combine this with a specially designed programme which offers small group sessions to help build on your child’s strengths and talents, while focusing on helping build early literacy and numeracy skills to give your child the confidence they need to succeed at school and in life.

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• Care and education centre for 0-6 years • Purpose built • Independent and privately owned • Fully catered • Nappies supplied • Small group sizes • 20 hours ECE offered • WINZ subsidy accepted You are always welcome to spend time in the centre to share our activities and programme if you wish.

Hours: 7.30am-5.30pm Monday-Friday.

Wise Owl Early Learning Centre

49 John St, Pukekohe. Ph 09 238 6370 Email wiseowl@nettel.net.nz www.wiseowlelc.co.nz 11789

LOOKING FOR EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION FOR YOUR CHILD? Sessions available up to 6 hours 20 Hours FREE for 2 - 5 year olds Community-based, not for profit Come in and see Twinkle, our friendly dragon

Unique Family Environment Massive play area with a Big Vegetable Garden

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1A & 3 Madill Street, Tuakau Phone 09 236 8195 www.tuakauslittlestars.co.nz Settling in 2016-17

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09-299 8361

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Children 0-6 years old Open 7.30am-5.30pm Monday to Friday 20 Hours Free with NO hidden costs

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TopKids Karaka Our brand new childcare centre is enrolling now. Get in quick to secure your child’s place Open until 6pm and throughout school holidays Custom-bulit environments for each age group High quality, tailored education programmes Healthy, nutritional meals and snacks provided

Contact us today!

71 Hingaia Road, Ph: 296 2937 www.beststarteducare.co.nz

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CHILDCARE & E D U C A T I O N Pukekohe Christian School The doors of Pukekohe Christian School are always open to visitors. If you are interested in finding out more about our school, please telephone and make an appointment. You will find a warm welcome and the opportunity to view the school “in action” visiting classrooms with happy, challenged and focused students, learning the Cambridge Curriculum from a Christian perspective.

School terms Primary & Intermediate Schools 2016 Term One: Monday, Feb 1-Friday, Feb 5 – Friday, April 15 Term Two: Monday, May 2 – Friday, July 8 Term Three: Monday, July 25 – Friday, September 23 Term Four: Monday, October 10 – Tuesday, December 20* Term One 2017: Mon, Jan 30-Tues, Feb 7 – Thurs, April 13 *Or to a day in December which ensures that the school has been open for instruction for 384 half-days in 2016.

Secondary Schools 2016

Years 1 – 13 82 Yates Road, Pukekohe / Ph 09 238 6449 admin@pcschool.co.nz / www.pcschool.co.nz

Term One: Monday, Feb 1-Friday, Feb 5 – Friday, April 15 Term Two: Monday, May 2 – Friday, July 8 Term Three: Monday, July 25 – Friday, September 23 Term Four: Monday, October 10 – Friday, December 16** Term One 2017: Mon, Jan 30-Tues, Feb 7 – Thurs, April 13 **Or to a day in December which ensures that the school has been open for instruction for 380 half-days in 2016.

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A rural full primary school that offers children unique opportunities to grow and learn

★ We encourage a close family relationship with the school and work with you to help your child grow into their potential ★ Up to date technology with computers in every classroom. Ultra-fast broadband to facilitate e-learning ★ Small class sizes offer children better one-to-one with their teachers, with more opportunities to shine ★ Inter-school competitions broaden their social networks and allow them the opportunity to test themselves in different environments ★ All children are offered the opportunity to participate in all activities, growing their confidence to try something new ★ School bus available from Papakura – out of zone students are welcome! ★ Focus on individualised learning programmes for each student

We focus on our environment and education inside and outside the classroom

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To find out more or arrange a visit please call us on 09 292 4889 or email office@hunua.school.nz Visit our website at www.hunua.school.nz to see what our kids are up to!

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C HI L D C A RE & E DU C A T I O N Laidlaw College offers NZQA accredited tertiary qualifications in primary school teaching, counselling, Christian theology, ministry and mission.

Campuses in Manukau and Henderson, with flexible and distance options.

Study full-time or part-time.

At Tuakau College we are committed to providing the best secondary education for our community

We offer...

• A positive and supportive learning environment • Year 7-13 semi-rural school • Proudly bi-cultural • High academic expectations and achievements • A number of international student opportunities annually • River, sea and land based outdoor activities • Within easy travelling distance of Auckland and Hamilton

Check us out at www.laidlaw.ac.nz!

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Finding the professionals New residents seeking professional services from health and wellbeing through to legal or financial assistance will find plenty of choice locally.

There is no need to travel far for quality advice on services such as accounting, conveyancing, wills, trusts, mortgage, banking or investment. Likewise, if seeking an architect, dentist, doctor, podiatrist, dietician or beauty therapist, Franklin’s major centres will meet your needs.

Many leading firms have chosen to base themselves, or to provide consultation days, in the likes of Pukekohe, saving their clients the time and hassle of travelling to Auckland’s CBD. Some companies even offer mobile services so clients can be catered for at home or work.

A comprehensive range of trade services can also be found throughout the local area – most are no more than a quick phone call away.

Of course, skin and hair care, inner health, sound feet, beautiful hands and a pain-free existence are all part of general wellbeing and for many people attention to these areas of life take precedence.

In addition to medical centres, a local hospital in Pukekohe, counselling services and pharmacies, local residents will find beauty and massage therapists, hairdressers, nail technicians, various health practitioners, including acupuncturists,

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Pukekohe Family Health Care naturopaths and more throughout the district.

Whether one is seeking a deep cleansing facial, invigorating or relaxing massage, traditional Chinese medicines or a pedicure, there are clinics, studios and salons to choose from.

Natural health therapists offer many forms of relief for different and ofen distressing conditions, they aim to give their clients relief from a host of problematic issues.

For some a spa treatment, inner cleansing, hair appointment, exercise workout, skin rejuvenation, massage, chiropractic maintenance or a massage are regular rituals not to be missed.

Explore your local area and discover a wealth of professionals, across a broad spectrum, who make relief from stress or tension and financial or legal worries, their client priority.

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HEALTH & BEAUTY Pukekohe Pharmacy

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Prescription Services Medicines Management Blister Packs Natural Health & Cosmetics Health Checks Weight Management Travel Services Open 7 Days 8am – 8pm 365 days a year

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16 West Street, Pukekohe Ph: (09) 238 7690 Fax: (09) 238 7603

The Denture and Denture Implant Clinics • Full Dentures • Acrylic Dentures • Metal Dentures • Flexible Dentures • Denture Relines • Denture Repairs • Mouth Guards

We make it... we fit it... we fix it...

Full dental laboratory services with no dentist appointments or referrals required!

11 West St, Pukekohe. 09 238 0095 3/208 Gt Sth Rd, Papatoetoe. 09 277 2233 Email alldentures@yahoo.co.nz www.alldentures.co.nz

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Helping you manage your health & wellbeing

Tristan de Chalain MSc MB ChB FCS(SA) FRCSC FRACS

Cosmetic and Reconstructive Surgery by a Specialist Plastic Surgeon Consulting in Auckland, Tauranga and Pukekohe

Ph (09) 522 0652 • Fax (09) 522 0435

plassurg@ihug.co.nz • www.plastic-surgery.co.nz Level 2, OneHealth Building, 122 Remuera Road, Remuera, Auckland

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Ormiston Hospital Surgery Closer to Home Botany Junction

How do you get to see a surgeon at Ormiston Hospital?

Ask your GP to refer you to one of our specialists.

You can find out who our specialists are by visiting our website: www.ormistonhospital.co.nz.

Ormiston Hospital is a private surgical hospital accommodating your ACC, Private Health Insurance or Privately Funded surgical needs from the following specialties; ✜ Colonoscopy & Gastroscopy ✜ Plastic / Cosmetic Surgery ✜ Ear, Nose & Throat Surgery ✜ General Surgery ✜ Gynaecology ✜ Eye Surgery ✜ Oral & Facial Surgery

✜ Obesity Surgery ✜ Orthopaedic Surgery including Joint Replacement & Reconstructive Surgery ✜ Paediatric Surgery ✜ Spinal Surgery ✜ Urology ✜ Vascular & Endovascular

We can be found at 125 Ormiston Road, Botany Junction.

Phone 09 250 1157.

For more details on the services we offer, visit our website: www.ormistonhospital.co.nz 11830

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HEALTH & BEAUTY

Ormiston Hospital – top level care Franklin residents requiring treatment at a private hospital don’t need to travel the considerable distance to Auckland City, as the region is fortunate to be served by a privately owned surgical hospital at Botany South.

Featuring state of the art facilities and technology, Ormiston Hospital is easily accessed from the motorway and provides top quality private surgery from some of the country’s leading surgeons.

Over 70 specialists, covering all specialities (with the exception of cardiac and neurosurgery), offer their services at Ormiston Hospital, which features: • Six operating theatres • A highly advanced endoscopy suite • 12-bed recovery unit • 16-bed second stage step-down day patient recovery • Close Observation Unit • Physiotherapy for all post-operative rehabilitation • On-site radiology, pharmacy and cafe

• Free visitor parking • Flexible visiting hours • Shopping and dining outlets nearby The hospital has 32 in-patient beds. Single and double rooms all have en suites, Sky TV, telephone and high-speed internet.

Patients receive a complimentary daily newspaper and current magazines are available for leisure reading.

Balanced meals with a daily changing menu catering for special diets, children’s needs, specific food allergies and gluten-free, are provided by Nourish Café, located within the hospital.

Ormiston Hospital aims to make the patient stay a safe, comfortable and pleasant experience.

Simply ask your GP to be referred to one of the specialists, or for more details on specialists and procedures available, call us on 09 250 1157 or visit the Ormiston Hospital website www.ormistonhospital.co.nz.

Having trouble with your arthritic hips or knees?

Mr Gary French, Ormiston Orthopaedics, is now an Affiliated Provider to Southern Cross Health Society.

If you are a Southern Cross member and you need surgery for a hip or knee replacement, there are significant advantages for you:

• You will get clear prices upfront • We will organise prior approval through Southern Cross for you • We will manage your claim for you • If you are on a shared cover plan we can let you know, before surgery, what your share of the costs will be

Ormiston Orthopaedics is located in the new purpose-built Ormiston Hospital, 125 Ormiston Road, Botany Junction. It is easily accessible for those in greater Auckland, with free parking available.

To compare our prices or arrange an appointment phone 09 252 0370 or visit:

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For professional advice and treatment of all your aches and pains, sports injuries and rehabilitation

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CRANIOSACRAL THERAPY Do you have...

Pain – back, neck, head, joint, muscle, nerve or gut pain?

A baby/child with colic, reflux, repeated infections or is unsettled?

Anxiety, stress, depression or nervous disorders?

CRANIOSACRAL THERAPY (BCST) IS HERE TO HELP! BSCT is a holistic, gentle, non-manipulative, hands-on body therapy suitable for all ages, which originated from Osteopathy.

Inner Health has three registered Craniosacral Therapists available for weekday and evening appointments at:

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Ground Floor Waiuku Health Plus 30 Constable Rd, Waiuku www.waiukudentalcentre.com

The Villa, 12 Wesley St, Pukekohe Ph Angela 0800 CRANIO (272 646)

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Tuakau Health Centre Ltd Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday 8am-5pm Thursday 8am-7pm Saturday 9am-12 noon

We welcome new patients

(Outside these hours, please phone 09 236 8068 for nurse triage service)

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HEALTH & BEAUTY

Spot checks essential for skin health With our many beautiful beaches and recreational locations, it’s not surprising that much of Auckland’s population enjoys watersports and outdoor activities.

In summer, beaches up the Awhitu Peninsular attract daytrippers and campers and even in winter they are home to those who love to walk the shoreline. However, beach and water fun generally means more exposure to the sun’s harmful UV rays.

New Zealand has one of the highest melanoma death rates in the world. More than 2000 people are diagnosed annually with the disease and about 200 die from melanoma every year.

Malignant melanoma is potentially fatal but early detection can avoid tragic outcomes with surgical removal of lesions being both simple and, in most cases, curative.

Other types of skin cancers, while not fatal, can still be dangerous and disfiguring with two out of three people in New Zealand predicted to develop general skin cancers at some stage in their lives.

Signs to look for include lesions or small sores that don’t seem to heal, heal and reappear, or areas that become scaly or form a crust. These can be easily missed (some pre-cancers are as small as a pinhead) so regular skin checks with screening options are strongly advised. In fact, an annual spot check is a wise decision.

People with higher risk levels include those who have many, large or unusual moles, those with a family history of skin cancer, or those who have had a skin cancer before.

People who have been sunburnt in the past, particularly when young, also have a high risk level as do those with high sun exposure through work, sport or leisure.

Melanoma and skin cancers can develop at any time. They have no respect for age or season although the arrival of summer means more sun, faster burn times and increased risk.

Everyone needs to “cover up”. Whether lying on the beach, gardening or painting the roof, use sun blocks, wear hats and reduce the time bare skin is exposed to the sun.

We ‘spot’ skin cancer early by

Dermoscopy Services offered: ✓ Medical IPL skin rejuvenation for sunspots and pre-cancerous sun damage ✓ Red vein/rosacea treatment ✓ Spider veins in legs ✓ Stitch free keratosis removal

Services offered: ✓ Full body melanoma secreening by dermoscopy – gold standard to detect early melanoma in its curable stage ✓ Cosmetic mole removal with expertise ✓ Benign surface lesion surgery ✓ Keratosis with no scars

Dr Viji Narayanan – Skin Cancer Physician

0800 MOLE CHOICE (0800 665 324) 96 Harris St, Pukekohe • molechoice@gmail.com

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RETAIL

• Bespoke custom-made jewellery • Computerised design service • On site workshop for all repairs

For all your storage and home accessory requirements WELCOME TO FRANKLIN SPECIAL for all new residents

25% OFF Bring in this booklet to redeem

*Not applicable to already discounted items.

Expires March 31, 2017

28 Subway Road PUKEKOHE Ph: 09 238 3346

50 Edinburgh St, Pukekohe Ph 09 239 2502

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For all your hunting, fishing, camping and tramping needs plus diving and clothing

• Retail meat and home kill specialists

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• Good old fashioned, courteous service

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09 236 8732 23 GEORGE ST, TUAKAU 11804

D I NI NG & E N T E R T A I N M E N T

Dining and entertainment glassware, the local district has it all.

What a bustling district Franklin is when it comes to eating out, markets, and entertainment.

In fact, with its contemporary and ethnic cafes, trendy bars, coffee houses and diverse takeaway outlets, as well as cosmopolitan clubs in Pukekohe and Waiuku, Pukekohe, in particular, has been described as a mini-Ponsonby. However, at nearby Waiuku, Papakura, and locations such as Patumahoe and Beachlands/Maraetai, there are some great eateries too.

While dining out can be a haphazard affair when patrons are unfamiliar with their local restaurants, by taking a drive around the local district, newcomers will become familiar with the area and will gain a feel for the many dining options available.

New residents will find local café owners and restaurateurs to be accommodating and willing to oblige special requests such as vegetarian, gluten-free or dairy-free meals if advised early enough. However, most venues already have a range of vegetarian choices on their menus.

But beyond the dining scene, Franklin also offers pub gigs and concert venues – many out of town acts love coming to the area – and Pukekohe has a three-cinema picture theatre too.

Then there are the variety of regular weekend markets held in Pukekohe, Pokeno, Patumahoe, Waiuku, Awhitu, Pine Harbour and Clevedon as well as other fairs and markets.

Remember too, come public holidays, many waiver surcharges and at Christmas, a number of restaurants remain open throughout the holiday period.

And, last but not least, Counties Racing provides several events during the year while on track motor racing also brings in the crowds. The annual Franklin and Clevedon A&P Shows are also not to be missed weekends for farmers, lifestylers and townies; young and old and families.

Regardless of whether one is seeking a laid-back family restaurant which is priced accordingly, casual BYO wine café, a local ‘drinking hole’ with great bar snacks or an upmarket venue with top of the range cuisine, white linen and sparkling

Come tenpin bowling

NEW MEMBERS WELCOME

at the PUKEKOHE COSMOPOLITAN CLUB

• 1 game $10pp • 2 games $15pp • School groups (during school hours only) $6 per game (incl shoe hire) • One hour lane hire $40 per hour Thursday/Sunday from 6pm. Subject to availability

Tues

Two for Ten

1 game 2 games

$7pp $10pp

Thur 4pm onwards 2½ hours Unlimited $20pp

Centrally Located at: Corner East Street & Station Road

Minimum 4 people per lane. All unlimited bowling must be completed by 9.30pm. Latest start time is therefore 7pm.

Sun 6pm till closing Bookings recommended

• Pukekohe’s Premier Club • Friendly family atmosphere • Great quality restaurant

(incl shoe hire)

$6/game

(Just a 5 minute walk to Counties Stadium)

(incl shoe hire)

tenpin cosmopolitan

OPEN 7 DAYS Call us now for information

78 Nelson St, Pukekohe

Ph 09 238 8404, Fax 09 238 9909

09 238 9465

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PUKEKOHE COSMOPOLITAN CLUB

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Red Shed

Palazzo

www.redshedpalazzo.co.nz

Fully Licensed & B.Y.O only

10 $10

LUNCH SPECIAL*

$

MON TUES WED

MON - FRI

*Conditions Apply

DINNER THEATRE AT ITS BEST - Check website for dates

WINNER of Rural Cafe of the Year Breakfast/Lunch – licensed

64 Jesmond Rd, Karaka Ph (09) 294 6687

www.gingerpukekohe.co.nz

Weddings - Birthdays or any special occasions

OPEN 7 days 8.30am - 4.00pm www.redshedpalazzo.co.nz

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10 King Street, Pukekohe PH: 09 238 8338 or 09 238 7165

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D I NI NG & E N T E R T A I N M E N T

The Village Bar offers you a great vibe and delicious food. Come along and soak up the atmosphere in the bar or all-weather garden bar and enjoy casual dining prepared by our experienced kitchen staff. Our authentic Italian home baked breads and sourdough pizza bases make our pizzas a very popular choice!

5 Queen Street, Waiuku.

Phone 09 235 8367 ext 1.

Open daily 11am-1am www.thekentishhotel.co.nz

Licensed

See our facebook page

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Exuding old world charm, the historic Kentish Hotel is a unique destination for visitors needing to stay a night or two locally. Prominently located in the heart of lovely Waiuku, with its nearby river and reserve, guests have a choice of rooms all with tea/coffee making facilities.

Special event? Dine, wine, celebrate and stay with us -- weddings, birthdays, anniversaries.

Gourmet menu options available at the Star board Bistro -- lively bar and unbelievable ambience. Live music most weekends.

• Courtesy Van free pick up/drop off - Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday only • Members night every Tuesday • Quiz night every Wednesday • Live music every Saturday night • Bikers night last Sunday of every month

1 Patumahoe Rd, Franklin. Ph 09 236 3571.

Mon to Thurs 11am-10pm, Fri & Sat 10am-late www.thevillagebar.co.nz 12269

PUKEKOHE’S NEW MODERN GASTRO BAR

• Open 7 days 11am-late, brunch Sat/Sun 8-11am • EXCITING DAILY RITUALS – Mexican Mondays, Metre Pizza Tuesdays, Worker’s Club Wednesdays, Bottomless Burger Thursdays, Dollar Wing Fridays, Bitchin’ Bingo Saturdays and Boardgame Battle Sundays • Kids dine in FREE every Saturday • Join the Loyalty Club for exclusive member-only nights with $1 back for every $8 spend plus a birthday voucher

249 King St, Pukekohe • Phone 09 239 2653 • www.thelongkeeper.co.nz

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The Longkeeper is Pukekohe’s legendary onion. It’s also Pukekohe’s newest bar and restaurant that’s here to stay. With delicious food and plenty of beverage choices, The Longkeeper is your destination for a relaxing afternoon, an after work drink or to party with friends into the night. Grab a bite, sit back with a drink and join us for our weekly rituals, as we welcome locals into their new local.

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A convivial bar and restaurant – come on in and check us out! Enjoy the rel�ed atm�phere.

Entertainment Friday nights and every 2nd Sunday a�ernoon.

Flying Solo Catering HAVE A FUNCTION AND NEED FOOD? We do in house catering and out-catering Talk to Jared or view our menu/options at www.flyingsolocatering.co.nz OPTIONS FOR EVERYONE!

TRY US OUT We are located at Waiuku Cosmopolitan Club Open for dinner Thurs-Sun 6pm till close $10 LUNCHES 11am-2.30pm Monday-Friday $25 MEAL DEALS Monday & Tuesday (Choose two courses from the menu)

72 Queen Street, Waiuku. Ph 09 235 0645 Open Mon-Fri 11am til late, Sat-Sun 9am til late www.bar�bar.co.�

Jared 0274 432 6174 flyingsolocatering@gmail.com 12435

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Waterfall • Function Centre Wedding Venues 7 acres of water gardens, natural waterfalls and streams. 30 ponds with waterlilies and lotus. Sculptures and cafe shop.

ates Oper ys & a Sund olidays cH Publi

11am to m 3.30p

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128 Mauku Rd, Patumahoe www.wrightswatergardens.co.nz Ph 09 236 3211 • Mob 021 399 971

Check out the reviews on www.tripadvisor.com

CHURCHES

Spiritual life The spiritual life of local Franklin residents is well taken care of by a wide variety of Christian denominations and other religions.

Churches, temples and places of worship abound regardless of whether one is Roman Catholic, Anglican, Presbyterian, Methodist or Baptist (just five of the mainstream Christian denominations), a member of one of the inter-denominational churches; or a devotee of other religions such as Buddhism, Hinduism or Islam.

New residents will also find modern church complexes as well as congregations meeting in schools, commercial buildings and shared church facilities.

Our places of worship are active in the community supporting local projects and providing services such as school holiday programmes and youth activities.

People seeking spiritual sustenance, guidance and friendship within the religious community, will find local religious groups helpful, supportive and welcoming.

Pukekohe Anglican Church St Andrew’s Church

Corner Queen and Wesley St Holy Communion Sundays 8am and 9.30am First Sunday of the month 11.15am

A warm welcome to Franklin Baptist Church

St Paul’s Church

Buckland Rd 2nd and 4th Sundays 11.15am

Sunday Service times 9am, 10:45am Children’s programmes during both morning services

Selwyn Centre Seniors

Tuesdays and Thursdays 9.15am

Oasis Music and Playgroup

Long weekends and Christmas holidays – one service 10am

Mondays and Fridays 9.15am during the school term

Seasons

for children and adults in grief, runs each term

SPACE – Supporting Parents Alongside Children’s

128 Victoria St West, Pukekohe

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pukekoheanglicanchurch@xtra.co.nz Web:pukekohe-anglican.org.nz Phone 092387228 or 0274521366

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Youth Group (high school age) Wednesdays 6.45-8.15pm

Education

For more info call (09) 238 8544 or email office@franklinbaptist.org.nz www.franklinbaptist.org.nz Settling in 2016-17

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Final farewell Discussing funerals and death is seldom easy but working through this process with reassuring and approachable professionals helps put people at ease.

Families place considerable trust in funeral directors at an extremely difficult time and, fortunately, Franklin district is privileged to have the services of long standing and reputable companies which offer practical and emotional support.

We're here to help you through a difficult time

Flexible and culturally sensitive, local directors can help with suggestions for venues, caskets, flowers, service details, brochures and more.

Our caring team will look after your wishes and help you plan a memorable, affordable service with attention to every detail.

They can also advise on ways in which to involve family, friends and grandchildren in the service and can, generally, take care of special burial or cremation requests too.

Two excellent locations with 24 hour care: Cnr Wood & Elliot Sts, Papakura Ph (09) 298 2957 36 Maich Rd, Manurewa Ph (09) 266 6177

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Those in need of professional yet dignified assistance after a death in the family, don’t have far to turn for help.

fountainsfunerals.co.nz

Peace of mind comes in knowing Grahams has been serving Franklin and district for over 75 years

Contact us to plan ahead, or for guidance and support with all funeral arrangements

Call: (09) 236 8919 (24 hours)

www.grahamsfunerals.co.nz

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A RO UN D T H E H O M E

Home décor Whether moving into an existing property or a new build, most new home owners will be thinking décor, furnishings and landscaping. For a lucky few everything will be perfect.

But for most there will, at least, be a little (or a lot) of redecorating in store. It may just be a new carpet, a splash of paint or a change of drapes or it may be a total makeover – complete new bathroom and kitchen plus every room revamped.

In a new house, the colour scheme may be in place or you may be in the throes of bringing it all together and need to use local suppliers. Whatever the case, Franklin features excellent home décor and maintenance shops and services for every need.

Naturally, when everything is finally done, it is important to protect one’s investment with ongoing maintenance and refurbishment. What’s more, because the home revolves around individual family needs that will change with time, it may become necessary to make major changes.

Rumpus rooms and swimming pools which seemed a good idea when children were young may no longer be required when reaching retirement age? However, before undertaking

major alterations take a good, impartial look around and decide whether you can do the job yourself or need professional help.

Whether recreating space for a new use, extending the home to accommodate a growing family or ageing parents, or remodelling for a more contemporary look, it pays to have a sound plan.

Fortunately, Franklin is blessed with tradespeople and companies, such as kitchen and bathroom specialists, who can assist. Most cater for various budgets and some will bring samples to the home.

Regardless of what type of job needs to be done – accessorising, restyling, extending, landscaping or total makeover – new residents will find reputable people in the interiors/exteriors industry to help.

FREE MEASURE, QUOTE & CONSULT

GREAT SPECIALS & GREAT PROFFESIONAL SERVICE

22 Queen St, Pukekohe - Ph: 09 2389326 - info@kevenscurtains.co.nz www.kevenscurtains.co.nz

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show n’shine

HOUSE wash

Advanced Concentrate Makes up to 80 litres!

For use around the home, including: weatherboards, bricks, roofs, fences, tiles, cement boards, windows, driveways or any surface that needs a freshen-up. Great for car, boat and caravan.

■ Non-corrosive to application equipment, hoses, fittings, pumps AGRIQU AP OV ALITY ED AS A ■ High soap build and lifting agents SANITIPR SER FACTOR FOR FARM, to get all the dirt off NON-CO Y, FOOD & NTACT AR EAS ■ Concentrated so you use less ■ Formulated for NZ conditions ■ Spray on & wash off ■ Streak-free finish

www.homesafeproducts.co.nz Unit 8/16 Alpito Place, Pukekohe. Ph 09 238 5959.

Fax 09 238 5676, Email: rod@chemgroup.co.nz SHOP OPEN Mon-Fri 9am-3pm

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Marketed by: CHEMSAFE MANUFACTURING

We are suppliers to a wide range of businesses, local communities, schools, local government and the general public.

We are the industry experts in domestic, commercial and industrial products and equipment. With over 65 years of industry experience amongst the team – we know what we’re talking about.

Clean ◊ Educate ◊ Innovate 6 NELSON STREET, PUKEKOHE PHONE 0800 737 849 www.countiescleaning.co.nz 02250

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The eco-friendly way of bringing your cooking appliances back to new: No mess, No fuss, No fumes No harsh toxic and caustic chemicals No need to leave your home Use your clean oven right away!

We clean ovens, hobs, rangehoods and barbecues

GIVE YOUR OVEN SOME LOVEN! FOR OUR FULL PRICE LIST AND TO BOOK - VISIT OR CALL

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Fully Serviced Liquid Detergent and Softener included

Opposite Farmers, Pukekohe Ph 09 239 2964 6A Court Street, Waiuku Ph 09 235 2769 Open 7 Days Closed Public Holidays

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For all your tiling needs contact us at

The Tile DepoT Manukau

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40M Cavendish Dr, Manukau Open 7 Days • Ph: 09 262 0634 Email: tiledepotmanukau@diginet.co.nz

Timber

John Bannister has over 35 years experience in the flooring industry in both the domestic and commercial markets.

Together with his family, they own and operate both the Pukekohe and Manukau JB’s Flooring Xtra stores.

153B Manukau Rd, Pukekohe.

Phone 09 238 2954 pukekohe@flooringxtra.co.nz

Ph / Fax: 09 298 9002 Email: sandywilson@xtra.co.nz www.rainbowcurtains.co.nz

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Call the girls at Rainbow Curtains for quality and affordable prices

Bruce & Shona Walters OWNER/OPERATORS

Cork

Services we offer: • We can assist you through your journey from start to finish • Free measure and quote • Supply and installation • Floor preparation • Repair service (for all those little damages or restretches) • Insurance work • For both domestic and commercial situations

4/21 Ronwood Ave, Manukau.

Phone 09 262 0048 manukau@flooringxtra.co.nz

www.flooringxtra.co.nz Hours: 8.30am-5pm Monday-Friday, 9am-1pm Saturday 11898

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TILES

Book a tradie!

Visit to discover a huge range of stylish, quality tiles

on elliot

With many people moving into the local district, renovation plans will be on the drawing board for some. Even when a house is well presented, new owners will often want to change a colour scheme, make-over a bathroom or kitchen and stamp their own style on a property.

The good news is Franklin has a profusion of excellent tradespeople to make the job hassle-free. From builders, electricians, roofers, painters and plumbers through to home decorating companies, interior designers, upholsterers, architects, draughtsmen, landscapers and more, there are skilled people to help get the job done properly.

Woodgrain Tiles

Mosiac Tiles

Wall & Floor Tiles

29b Elliot St, Papakura • Ph 09 214 6044 email sales@tilesonelliot.co.nz Open Mon-Fri 8am-5pm, Sat 8am-1pm www. tilesonelliot.co.nz

Because there are many things to consider when extending or renovating, including council consents, it’s important to do your research and use professionals who have access to materials, know resource regulations and can help homeowners avoid pitfalls.

From beginning to end, experienced tradies and professional consultants will help make re-vamping a home exciting and successful.

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Your friendly trustworthy LOCAL electrician

Roy Reddish, Managing Director 9 Carlton Road, Pukekohe 2120 roy.reddish@gmail.com Phone: 027 274 9580

Need help making your new house feel like home?

Call Peter O’Connell 0274 857 857 or 09 238 1115

No job is too big or too small.

Call now for a free quote

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Renovations With house prices climbing dramatically in recent years, many local homeowners have opted to renovate their existing home rather than sell and buy again.

Often the most important areas to update are bathrooms and kitchen. Fortunately the local district is well endowed with highly professional kitchen, bathroom and building companies staffed by experienced people.

Before starting a renovation scour magazines for ideas. Be sure to get several quotes and be sure each company is quoting on a level playing field – the same materials and the same quality of fixtures and fittings. Allow for extras and price rises.

Many local companies will provide a free measure and quote and most will be happy to assist with ideas and practicalities that might change your initial thinking to some degree.

If a garden renovation is on the agenda, enjoy exploring local nurseries and garden centres where you are sure to find landscaping supplies and garden art as well as a plethora of plants to transform the outdoors.

We Build Beautiful Homes.

Bring us your plans, or let us design you something unique.

We take pride in assuring that all work is of the highest quality.

Licensed, Quality Builders Off Plan & Custom Built Homes Modern and historical home experience Attention to detail We manage it all, design to finish!

Renovations & Addtions

Let us build your Forever Home 09 236 8413

021 989 636

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Design Magic Landscapes Debbie Duis

~ LANDSCAPE DESIGNER ~ DIPLOMA IN LANDSCAPE DESIGN

ALL ASPECTS OF LANDSCAPING

• Consultation • Plans • Implementation • Project Management • Plant Sourcing & Supply • Landscape Planning

• Design • Paving • Planting • Concreting • Lawn Laying • Pergolas • Fencing Retaining • Decks • Truck & Digger Hire • All Work Guaranteed

021 216 8078

For a free quote & consultation

askdesignmagic@gmail.com

https://web.facebook.com/DesignerMagic 02214

www.theplantmarket.co.nz

Independent garden centre with years of knowledge, we can help you with one plant or 1000s. We can also help you with all your landscaping needs and price up plans.

PART OF OUR POT SELECTION

524 Great South Road, Drury Phone 09 298 1494 Open 7 days

(opposite Manukau Golf Club)

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✔ Specialist garden centre with everything you need in one place ✔ 2 acres of land offers you a huge range of garden products ✔ Get the right advice from experts in garden and landscaping

Phone 09 264 0671 Great South Rd, Takanini

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www.evolutionlandscapes.co.nz

Two-acre treasure trove of ceramic pots, trees and shrubs, garden ornaments and supplies

Come in and meet Kevin and his team for the friendliest and most helpful plant Open 7 days advice in Auckland.

8.30am-5pm

www.theplantmarket.co.nz

PHONE DAVE 021 120 6422

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• Residential • New Roof • Roof Repairs • Re-Roof • Press Metal Tile • Long Run • Supply & Installation • Free Inspection & Quotes Mariri Ngaro P: 021 0874 9212 E:info@lightweightroof.co.nz 12255

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COMPLETE LANDSCAPING SERVICE

Paradise Landscapes Design and build for residential and commercial

• Gardens/plantings • Section levelling/retaining walls • Poolside landscapes • Paving/decks/concrete work • Large lawn sowing & establishment

Providing Premium Woodchip Products for: garden mulches, decorative coloured woodchip, animal bedding, equestrian horse arenas, early childhood centres, primary schools, district and local councils.

For a free quote phone 09 294 6413

Cushionfall® Cushionride® Enviromulch®

www.paradiselandscapes.co.nz

Tel: 09 299 3999 Email: info@reharvest.co.nz Website: www.reharvest.co.nz

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AROUND T H E HO M E Computer Headaches?

Call Zoom • Computer & IT Hardware, Software • Sales, Service & Consultancy • For business & Home • PC, Mac, Server, Printer • Networking & Cloud Solutions • Onsite & Remote Support • Workshop Repair

119 Edinburgh Street, Pukekohe

09 238 2966 www.zoomtechnologies.co.nz info@zoomtechnologies.co.nz 11875

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Pukekohe Decorators & Door Finishers Ltd Painting and Decorating Homes/ Commercial Roof Painting Kitchen Spray Painting Stopping Wallpapering Airless Spraying Doors/Furniture Pools

103c Manukau Road, Pukekohe P. 09 238 1163 W. WWW.DOORFINISHERS.CO.NZ E. WATSONS5@IHUG.CO.NZ 12454

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YELLOW PREPAID RUBBISH BAGS

PREPAID RUBBISH BAG

PREPAID RUBBISH BAG

PREPAID RUBBISH BAG

Look for the BRIGHT YELLOW 60 litre bags available from your local supermarket and selected stores.

Collected on your normal collection day unless otherwise advertised.

USE OUR BINS!

From home DIY to section clearing & commercial jobs, we have a bin to suit all your needs!

Available in 3m3, 6m3 and 9m3 sizes

AND WE HAVE WHEELIE BINS TOO!

To order a bin online visit

For a clean, efficient and cost effective way to dispose of general household waste, EnviroWaste wheelie bins are an ideal option!

Phone

Available in 80, 120 and 240 litre sizes

www.envirowaste.co.nz 0800 240 120

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RURAL / L I FE S T Y L E

Maintaining a lifestyle block For many people the move to Franklin may also mean the move to a small block with enough land to keep a few animals, or to have a small orchard or large garden.

But a small block of say, between five and 40 acres, still means work even if it isn’t big enough to operate as a farm.

There will be fences to build and maintain, hedges to cut, possibly a race to build for transporting steers and other animals in and out. There will almost certainly be a need for pens, coops and animal shelters as well as sheds to house specialist tools and equipment. Think about security, veterinary services and the many other jobs which come with owning a lifestyle property.

Fortunately, the Franklin area, especially around Pukekohe, but in other parts too, is home to many rural orientated businesses

which can provide the proper advice, services and expertise needed to ensure small blocks and the animals they support, remain in peak condition.

While many land owners are also able handypersons, others work during the week and may need to employ experts to do those ‘must not neglect’ jobs.

Before starting out on any project, and certainly before bringing in animals you may know little about, ensure you are fully prepared. Seek the advice of knowledgeable and experienced local people. You’ll find everything you need nearby from experts on animal care and feed right through to a mountain of services to keep your property and equipment in good order.

The farming community’s show time Calf Club events, A& P Shows and town and country days are all part and parcel of living in what is essentially a rural district with horticulture and agriculture at its heart. So, naturally, these type of events feature strongly on the Franklin calendar.

every February is a big weekend out for the whole district with young and old taking part. Then there are those events hosted by country schools which have a tradition of children raising farm animals and showing them in the arena.

In particular, the Franklin A&P (Agricultural and Pastoral) Show

For those new to this way of life, here is a snapshot of what to expect.

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PUKEKOHE UNDER NEW MANAGEMENTight Wr Directors Steve and Marlene

Making your ‘growing problem’ our concern!

• Tree and shelterbelt topping • Whole tree chipping • Land clearing • Shelterbelt removal • Orchard removals

FOR ALL YOUR OUTDOOR POWER EQUIPMENT, WEBER BBQ & HOME HEATING

Wood products and landscape supplies • Bark • Mulch • Woodchip • Compost • Aggregates • Firewood • Sleepers

Right into Outdoor Power Equipment

Open Mon-Fri 8am-5pm, Sat 8am-12pm

50 Manukau Road, Pukekohe. Ph 09 238 3723.

88 Ararimu Road, Ramarama 0800 FOR WOOD • 0800 367 9663 www.timberlinecontracting.co.nz

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pukekohe@stihlshop.co.nz www.stihlshoppukekohe.co.nz

Manufacturers of timber frames and trusses, suppliers of all building materials including: timber, hardware, stairs and doors plus landscaping materials such as concrete, blocks, bricks and pavers.

We have reps Auckland wide so we can come to you or drop in and visit us at: 28 Trugood Dr, East Tamaki. for all trade & retail sales Phone 09 253 9010 11756

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FENCING CONTRACTOR

Grant Escott

welcome!

to the neighbourhood From the team at

• • • •

Stihl Shop drury

Decks Post Driving Retaining Walls Rural & Residential Fencing

STIHL SHOP™ Downs 267 Great South Road, Drury Phone 09 294 8585 www.stihlshopdowns.co.nz

027 236 8753 • 09 236 8753 grant.kylie@xtra.co.nz

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Free quotes – Competitive rates

Engineering Supplies & Service

Outdoor Power Equipment & Home Heating

Marx Hedge Cutters Hedge Cutting & Roadside Mowing – Servicing all of Franklin

Since 1957

143-145 Manukau Rd, Pukekohe Ph 09 238 3281 Fax 09 238 6019 • Email wallaceheron@xtra.co.nz

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• Bearings & Seals • Steel Sales • FASTENINGS – all types • Chains & Sprockets • Galvanised & High Tensile Chain • Wire Rope • V-Belts • TOOLS • Manufacture of replacement machine parts

It’s not just a job – it’s my passion!

Call Jake for all bookings

Jake Marx 027 235 0924

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L I FEST Y L E / R U R A L You love them like family... we feed them like family • WATER BORES • Domestic to Irrigation Water Bores • Free Pump Consultation with Local Agents • Water Divining Service Available • All Workmanship & Materials Guaranteed

At Animal Stuff we’re part of the family too and we’re passionate about helping you make the right food choice for your animals.

So visit our friendly and knowledgeable team in store and see the best quality and largest range of animal feed in Franklin County.

Full After Sales Service, Advice and Support

FREE ON-SITE NO OBLIGATION QUOTE

02200

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Ph: 09 267 9100 • Mob: 021 842 475 Email: info@drillforce.co.nz Web: www.drillforce.co.nz

DRURY - 222 Great South Road Ph 294 7266 KARAKA - 681 Karaka Road Ph 294 7831 TAKANINI - 192 Airfield Road Ph 299 9786

Opening hours: Mon to Fri 8.30am - 5.30pm Sat 9am - 2pm www.animalstuff.co.nz

ROY F PARKER & SON LTD Servicing Franklin for over 45 years

GOT A PumP PRObLEm?

We’ve got solutions at Think Water Pukekohe Sales, Service & Design of: • Pipes & Parts • Filtration • Pool & Spa

148 Manukau Road, Pukekohe 2120 P. 09 238 9588 F. 09 238 7802 E. pukekohe@thinkwater.co.nz

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• Bores • Pumps • Irrigation

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RURAL / L I FE S T Y L E WE’LL CLEAN YOUR SEPTIC TANK!

WE’LL CLEAN YOUR Avoid septicCLEAN tank overload and toxic spills – WE’LL YOUR SEPTIC TANK! Intergroup first. Septic tanks need to

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SEPTIC TANK!

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For new small block owners there will be certain things to watch for including water contamination from leaf fall, bird droppings, insects or stray rodents that slip into the system.

Tank maintenance and cleaning will generally be an annual task they won’t want to neglect. If the summer is wet, most folk, with adequate storage, won’t run out of water, but a dry summer may see tanks run dry.

Keeping tanks vacuumed, or even totally scrubbed out from time to time, may be a necessity that some have not thought about. Fortunately, there are excellent water delivery and tank cleaning services throughout the district. These operators can also advise on water collection and tank care.

FOR ALL YOUR WATER NEEDS CALL IN AND SEE US

• Deep well pump sales and service • Drainage supplies • Service of all farm, industrial, agricultural irrigation and domestic pumps • Bulk sand and cement • Full range of galvanised, alkathene & pvc pipes and fittings • Bore pump design, installation and supplies • Pool pump sales and service – chemical supply • Water filter systems – Design and install • Water tanks – Agent for RX and Aqua

24-Hour Callout Service

• Plumbing – Drainage – Concrete Supplies • Pump & Well Services

0800 SUCKA1 Or:

0800 782 521

14 Constable Rd, Waiuku. Ph 09 235 8268.

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Certified Plumbers and Drainlayers

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Alan Wilson Plumbing 235 9066

RU R A L / L I F E ST Y L E

MR CLIP LTD Totally mobile shearing service.

Bombays to Kaiwaka.

H.R. FISKEN AND SONS LTD STOCKFOOD – SADDLERY

From One Animal Upwards

Great Feed at Great Prices!

Ph 0274-853-234 Mr.Clip.Ltd@gmail.com Sheep, Goats, Alpacas, Llamas

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PEST CONTROL

PROUDLY MAKING STOCKFOOD SINCE 1957 ROUDLy MAKIng sTOcKFOOD sIncE 1957

Call us for all your farming supply needs For the best advice and friendly service

• Insects and rodents • Domestic and commercial • Consultancy work

IN TWO GREAT LOCATIONS

PROFARM

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RURAL & LIFESTYLE

18 Elliot St, Papakura.

Ph 09 298 7767.

Mon-Fri 8am-5pm; Sat 8.30am-2.30pm

Controlling your pests since 1988

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Cnr Madill & George St, Tuakau.

Ph 09 236 8228.

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Phone 238 9885 Mobile 0274 789 857 Main Highway, Paerata

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EXPERIENCED NZ WOOL BOARD • CERTIFIED SHEARERS

295 TUAKAU RD, PUKEKOHE PH: 09 238 9414 • FAX: 09 238 3912 EMAIL: info@hrfisken.co.nz www.hrfisken.co.nz

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VE TS & PET S

Taking animal welfare seriously With agriculture playing a huge role throughout Franklin, animal welfare and health care is of major importance. The district is home to many farms, lifestyle blocks and agriculturerelated businesses as well as pony clubs, equestrian facilities and other equine concerns.

Whether one is a dairy farmer, alpaca breeder, throroughbred stud owner, poultryman or a lifestyler with a couple of sheep, a few hens, a pig and a goat, ensuring the wellbeing of one’s animals is both imperative and no mean feat.

putting down sick or injured animals and ensuring animals are not kept in pain or distress or are sold in such condition.

Under the Act owners and carers are also responsible for not deserting an animal without making provision for it; not illtreating or killing an animal that feels pain or distress and for ensuring that animals are fit to be transported.

The Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) leads and facilitates the management of animal welfare policy and practice in NZ.

Fortunately, Franklin is home to leading veterinary and equine services and regardless of whether the household moggy needs vaccinating or a cow’s leg wound needs tending, help is always at hand.

Complaints made about non- compliance with the Animal Welfare Act 1999 including cases of animal ill-treatment or cruelty are investigated by MPI and the SPCA. Fortunately in Franklin, animal welfare is taken seriously in every quarter but for new lilfestylers it is easy to make genuine mistakes.

It’s important to remember whether responsible for a farm full of animals or only one family pet, owners and carers have legal responsibilities towards them. New Zealand’s Animal Welfare Act 1999 says an owner of an animal is responsible for its physical and behavioural needs; for treating or humanely

However, local vets are active in promoting and monitoring animal welfare. Advice is readily available and vets on hand to treat illness or injuries in animals as well as carrying out routine health checks, vaccinations and other treatments required.

Town & Country Veterinary Services Winner of the Auckland South, NZ Herald Small Business of the Year

Based at 257 Great South Rd, Drury, we have all your veterinary needs taken care of

Let us take care of your best friend Town & Country Veterinary Services have a dedicated companion animal clinic based in Drury Village. We believe in delivering the very best quality care for your pets, along with making sure that you receive a personally tailored service. We have a strong focus on keeping your pet healthy and our team is here to help achieve this. Our shop stocks a range of premium food and flea treatments which all have loyalty cards and money back guarantees.

For more information check out our website or facebook page www.druryvets.co.nz • facebook.com/Druryvets or contact us on (09) 294-8779, email reception@druryvets.co.nz 12175

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PETS & VETS

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Tel. 09 298 6783 Tel. 09 298 6783

Ph 09 294 8707

www.allseasonspetresort.co.nz the groom room Professional dog grooming now available in Drury – call us today!

Ph 09 294 8707 610 Burtt Road, RD2 Drury

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Equine Hospital & Referral Centre Outstanding field and hospital care for your horse

• Lameness evaluations, including ultrasonography and digital radiography • Intensive care treatment/hospitalisation of medical cases • Pre-purchase examinations for local and international sale • All types of elective and emergency surgery including abdominal surgery, video arthroscopy, roarer surgery and orthopaedic procedures • A dedicated team of 6 veterinarians to care for your horse 12 Sim Rd, Karaka, PO Box 135, Drury, Auckland • www.vetassociates.co.nz • 09 294 7307 12361

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S PORT & FI T NE S S Maramarua Golf Club Inc

Unwind in the peace of the country close to the city Ph 09 232 5702 1514 State Highway 2, Pokeno teeoff@maramarua.co.nz www.maramarua.co.nz

Get moving with Gymnastics Stay fit and healthy in a safe and fun environment • Playgym for pre-schoolers • School group programmes • Recreation gymnastics, tumble, trampolining • Competitive gymnastics • Boys and girls – all ages welcome!

• School terms plus a holiday programme

Phone 09 238 8290 Email: info@franklingymsports.co.nz

Gate 2, A&P Showgrounds 58 Station Road, Pukekohe Waiting lists apply to some classes due to high demand – bookings essential.

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Functions – Social Golf – Cafe – Bar – B&B 9 Hole Foot (Soccer) Golf & 9 Hole Real Golf Friday Night Twilight Golf and Light Meals Sunday Night Roast Dinner from 6pm – please book All Welcome

100 Stevenson Road Clarks Beach Phone 09 232 1788 www.clarksbeachgolfclub.co.nz 12248

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OPEN TUES-SUN – Honesty box for a/hrs Only 10 mins from Pukekohe.

Just off Gt South Rd, Bombay Ingram Rd, Ramarama Phone 09 236 0911 www.maxwellsgolf.co.nz 12249

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S P O R T & F I T N E SS

All good sports Franklin district has a wealth of affordable sports options for residents of all ages and abilities.

Whether seeking competitive or social sports, recreational relaxation or an opportunity to coach or be a volunteer, there is no shortage of options for young and old.

Catering for mainstream and unusual sports alike, there are various facilities such as the ECOlight Stadium, Pukekohe Park – home to horse racing and motor racing – and Franklin Pool and Leisure in Pukekohe.

At Takanini the Bruce Pulman Park complex is home to a variety of codes including Counties Manukau Gymnastic Club and at Beachlands, Te Puru Park is also the base for a wide range of competitive and recreational sports.

These are but a few facilities but be assured most sports are catered for. Check out local golf courses, bowling and tennis clubs, athletics, swimming, netball, cricket and much more.

Hunters and fishermen are catered for too and, of course, when it comes to rugby, touch rugby, rugby league and

football (soccer) there are opportunities for juniors upwards.

Often called horse country, Franklin is home to pony clubs, The Pakuranga Hunt, polo and polocrosse grounds and other equestrian groups so for riders, the choices are many and varied.

Martial arts, darts and softball are examples of other codes well catered for and, of course, with beaches nearby the choice of water sports from wind sailing to kayaking offer plenty of challenges.

Discovering new horizons There’s never an excuse for boredom in Franklin! New residents with time on their hands will soon discover there are countless hobby classes and special interest groups offering tuition on just about everything under the sun.

Whether you want to take up cooking, sewing or knitting, learn to swim, ride, dance or restore a car, gain computer skills, or learn a language, there are classes or tutors available for virtually everything and every age group.

Young and old can take up acting, belly-dancing and even cheerleading (well maybe not the old, they might find all those leaps a little exacting!). But there are all sorts of private and

community groups offering different forms of tuition with the option of day and night classes.

Importantly, for those with the enthusiasm to explore new horizons, to improve existing skills, or to prove something to themselves, there is no shortage of tuition offers; just encouragement to find a class to suit.

Joining a class is also a great way to meet new people and to familiarise yourself with the district. Whether it’s for your children, your parents, your partner or yourself, Franklin offers many exciting and satisfying ways of learning in a structured or informal environment.

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TRANS PORT & M O T O RI NG

Motorists well catered for Car maintenance is a breeze locally. Throughout Franklin there are reputable franchised car dealerships offering both new and used vehicles for sale in virtually every price range. Whether seekng a small urban run around, a family wagon, SUV or something bigger and more rugged with four wheel drive, you’ll find it locally.

The region also offers a selection of specialists dealing in everything from automotive repairs to panelbeating, auto electrical maintenance, vehicle air conditioning, tyre servicing and more.

There are a multitude of sites for Warrant of Fitness checks and renewal of road user charges for those driving diesel vehicles. What’s more one doesn’t have to drive far from any location before passing a service station where petrol and other commodities are available.

The region also abounds with car wash and valet services including truck wash and grooming outlets and when it comes to buying parts and automotive accessories there are a number of specialist retailers catering for most makes and models.

Fully factory trained technicians State-of-the-art workshop facilities and equipment New Holden and Nissan Vehicles Access to more than 300 used cars Onsite finance and insurance

Of course, vehicles and commuters need roads and transport and the Southern Motorway takes commuters to the suburbs of Pukekohe and surrounds with regional roads, rail and bus services also available. In particular, train stations are located at Pukekohe, Papakura and nearby Manurewa and Manukau townships – a real boon for commuters who work locally or who need to travel further towards Auckland city.

The Southern Motorway also links to the South-Western which provides easy access to Auckland international and domestic airports. Of course, the Southern Motorway takes one directly south to Waikato, Hamilton and beyond and north to Auckland’s CBD and also across the Harbour Bridge to the North Shore and eventually onwards to Northland .

EBBETT

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PHONE 0800 405 050

Cnr Edinburgh & Tobin Streets • Pukekohe E: ross@ebbett.co.nz www.ebbett.co.nz 11902

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T RA NS P O R T & M O T O R I N G

09 295 1000 0800 66 00 44 The only 24-hour Taxi & Bus Hire Service covering the whole of the Counties Manukau district.

All differential repairs and automatic transmission servicing

Ph (09) 250 1540 Corner Pitt Road & Great South Road, Drury diffspec@xtra.co.nz

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Pukekohe Toyota

NEW & USED VEHICLES, PARTS AND SERVICE New & Used Vehicles: Jon Selby 021 209 2303 and Paul Tupai 021 573 313 Finance & Insurance: Paul Hearn 021 762 2008 Parts Department: Bex and Steve 09 237 0467 Service Department: Aaron JP and Tracey 09 237 0466 Pukekohe Toyota

www.counties.toyota.co.nz

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45 Manukau Road, Pukekohe

09 237 0470

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World-class Education in Karaka

ACG Strathallan Preschool – Primary – College ACG Strathallan is an independent, co-educational school home to children from preschool through to year 13. Our approach to education is unique: - Excellent academic outcomes rank among the top in the country - Cambridge International Examinations provide global opportunities - Excellent sports facilities and coaches - Local campus in beautiful surrounds of Karaka - Every child receives individualised care

We also invite you to visit us at our 2016 open days: 25 June and 10 September from 10.30 to 2.30

2km from Papakura off-ramp, Hayfield Way, Karaka.

Book a guided tour on 295-0830 or visit acgedu.com 01909