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If you have young kids and have some time on a Friday morning the Weekly Grind is the place to be. There is coffee, homemade cake's and toys/activities for the kids to do.

The precise origins of Freemasonry have been lost in time, however, its traditions date back to the Middle Ages and to the stonemasons who built the cathedrals and castles of Europe. To construct them, it was necessary for men to have considerable knowledge of geometry, arithmetic and engineering. These highly skilled masons formed themselves into lodges to protect the skills and secrets of their trade and to pass their knowledge on to worthy apprentices. Importantly, these men were not bondsmen, hence the word “free” in Freemason. By the 17th Century, when the building of castles and cathedrals diminished, Masonry began to lose its ‘operative’ aspects and worthy men who were not craftsmen were also accepted into its membership. It was from this time that Masons were known as ‘free and accepted’ Masons, as they continue to be known to this day. The first Grand Lodge was established in England in 1717 and thereafter Freemasonry spread rapidly throughout the world. Freemasonry has been practised in Australasia since early in the 19th Century.

MANA, movement of the people, is Aotearoa’s newest political force, led by Hone Harawira, Independent MP for Tai Tokerau. Mana Tokoroa is a local branch of the Te Tai Hauauru Rohe and is situated within the Taupo General Electorate. Authorised by Andrew Paul Chairperson, Mana Tokoroa 39 Baberton Street, Tokoroa 3420

Tokoroa AFC has been in existence for almost 60 years and will be indeed celebrating its diamond jubilee in 2013 From its humble beginning as Kinleith United in 1953, it has grown and prospered and now provides football for players of all ages and abilities with our adult & children’s team taking part in Waikato / Bay of plenty wide competitions Changing its name to Tokoroa AFC in 1958 the club moved to Memorial Park where it was to play for the next 16 years, before moving to its current headquarters at Strathmore Park in 1974 Thanks to the efforts and input from the clubs dedicated players and supporters a purpose built clubrooms has been established that overlooks the #1 playing field and caters for Senior & Junior football on an all year round basis The late 1960’s saw Tokoroa as a trial blazer, being one of the 1st Waikato based teams to participate in the Northern League football competition, meaning matches within the Auckland area virtually every 2nd weekend The club built a reputation for playing hard competitive football, but at the same time also developed the social side so that many lasting friendships were developed with the various Auckland based teams The clubs Altex cup competition was for many years one of the great attractions which had the support of teams from as far a field as Whangarei, Auckland, Palmerston and Wellington 2009 saw Tokoroa AFC nominated for and winning the South Waikato Sports Club of the year, something we are very pleased and proud about as it is recognition from our peers that we are doing something right, giving us a base to work on as we go forward into the next 60 years Today the club caters for -: Senior football – With two men’s and one ladies team taking part in the Waikato / Bay of Plenty competition – training nights are Tuesday & Thursday from 18-00

The South Waikato lies at the heart of the North Island, stretching east and west of State Highway 1. The district has a strong history in forestry and dairy farming. Three of the district's four main towns are situated along State Highway 1. The largest centere is Tokoroa which is home to around 13,000 people. Further north is Putaruru (4,000 people), Tirau (700 people) and to the east the small Arapuni community with some 400 residents.

Giving one hug at a time, one smile a face.

Project Tongariro, known for many years as the Tongariro Natural History Society or TNHS) is made up of people throughout New Zealand with a love for Tongariro National Park and the surrounding areas and whom have a commitment to conservation. Since establishment in 1984, as a living memorial to five people who died in a helicopter accident on Mt Ruapehu, Project Tongariro has contributed to promoting and supporting conservation efforts in and around Tongariro National Park. Project Tongariro has a management agreement with the Department of Conservation, which has been our key partner since establishment.

The club may train for and compete in cross country, road running, fell running, track and field the club may even branch out into multi discipline sports such as triathlon. The club has two types of membership; full and associate. Full membership is available to anyone who has run at least a half marathon or full marathon, whereas for associate membership, a runner only needs to be able to run. Associate members are also known as Wannabes and are not permitted to wear the official club kit. on completion of their first marathon or half marathon, associate members will be rewarded by becoming a full member and are also able to obtain a commemorative medal from the club.

Where your children can play, learn and socialise in a safe and supportive environment. Where Mums, Dads and Caregivers can enjoy new experiences with their children and socialise with other like-minded adults. Torbay Community Playgroup has a fun, friendly atmosphere and you're never too far away from a chocolate biscuit!! LOCATION: St Mary's Church Hall, Deep Creek Road, Torbay SESSION TIMES: Tuesday/Thursday 9:30am-11:30am FEE: $3 per family. Contact: torbaycommunityplaygroup@gmail.com

We are always needing donations, everything and anything from small items like clothing, baby wash and lotion, baby baths etc. to larger items like cots, capsules and prams, etc. Whatever prem, baby or children related items you no longer require or feel that you would like to donate goes a long way. Our organization was started when I was still doing home schooling and sitting home the one day looking through freecycle and noticed the alarming amount of posts from parents who were truly battling and were happy to receive anything just to take care of there kids. I started talking to some of the mums and got to know there situations and decided I wanted to make a change, why couldn't people that no longer needed their items pass it on for a good cause? I started with a lovely lady who had a young baby and a toddler and everything in her house had been destroyed by mould and they didn't have the finances to move, so we bought with our own money a cot, change table, clothes, etc. and took it through. She didn't say much and I walked away feeling defeated till about an hour later when I received a txt saying she was over whelmed and in tears as she had never expected a blessing like that, and it was right there and then our organization was born. We were on and off for a while as I got married and tried to start a family of my own which proved slightly harder then expected and after finally finding out we were pregnant with our son and one very long and difficult pregnancy our miracle was born at exactly 33 weeks weighing 1.9kgs. It was then that we expanded to help families with prems as we as a young newly married couple new just how hard and financially straining it could be having a prem. I am so happy to finaly be completely up and running and cant wait to touch many lives as we launch into this full on, and I am truly grateful for and looking forward to all the help from all our wonderful volunteers, sponsors and donors. You dont always relise but the things that seem least important to you can change someone elses life.

The Pony Club is set on 25 acres of land, with our facilities including an all weather 80m x 40m arena and a cross country course that caters from Pre Intro level to Training, along with plenty of Show Jumping equipment. We are situated on the corner of River Road and Alexandra Redoubt Road in Tuakau. We are affiliated to both the Franklin District Pony Club and the Pony Club Association of NZ. Regular events are held at the grounds throughout the year which will be shown on this page as well as our official website; http://www.tuakauponyclub.com/ Members please feel free to send photos to me through messages and I will create an album for your results out and about :)

Welcome to the Tuatapere Hump Ridge Track, a 3 day loop walk that takes trampers along the south coast of New Zealand, up to the sub-alpine zone of the Hump Ridge, and over historic viaducts in the heart of native forest. Our two backcountry lodges are in superb locations, each offering a unique stopping point along the walk.