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Friendship Force International (FFI) is an international, non-political, non-sectarian, and non-profit organisation.

The main aim of the Friendship Force is to foster peace and understanding throughout the world by means of personal contacts and shared experiences achieved through a programme of home hosting.

The Friendship Force was founded in the USA in 1977 by Wayne Smith under the auspices of President Jimmy Carter and is coordinated from the international headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia, USA.

There are over 300 clubs in over 60 countries throughout the world. New Zealand has 10 clubs, mostly in the North Island. To find a club near you, go to the Friendship Force in NZ page on the menu. If you are not near a club you can also join as a Global Member – see Global Membership under the Clubs menu.

The Friendship Force is not a travel club although the core activity is travelling in groups, to stay with like-minded people in other countries (a cultural journey).

The first priority is to develop friendships and through this to generate understanding across cultural boundaries.

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Wow—what a ride! Four epic days of fun at the Auckland Home and Garden Show—done and dusted! A big congratulations to Lane Whittaker, the lucky winner of this year`s Show prize scoring an amazing $2,500 Resene Paint Package! We can`t wait to see the splash of colour you create, Lane! 🎨

How cool does the Resene Paint By Numbers wall look?! We had thousands of clever and creative Show-goers bring this to life over the four days.

Huge thanks to everyone who came out to join us at Eden Park. You made it awesome, and we’re already buzzing for next year!

Next up: Marlborough Home and Garden Show—here we come! 🌿🏡

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Wow—what a ride! Four epic days of fun at the Auckland Home and Garden Show—done and dusted! A big congratulations to Lane Whittaker, the lucky winner of this year's Show prize scoring an amazing $2,500 Resene Paint Package! We can't wait to see the splash of colour you create, Lane! 🎨 How cool does the Resene Paint By Numbers wall look?! We had thousands of clever and creative Show-goers bring this to life over the four days. Huge thanks to everyone who came out to join us at Eden Park. You made it awesome, and we’re already buzzing for next year! Next up: Marlborough Home and Garden Show—here we come! 🌿🏡

Ask the Experts at the Auckland Home and Garden Show! So many clever, knowledgeable people on hand in one easy location. Make the most of it!
📍Eden Park
Today and Saturday 10-5, Sunday 10-4:

For full details on free daily sessions:
https://homeandgardenshow.co.nz/event/auckland-home-garden-show/

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Ask the Experts at the Auckland Home and Garden Show! So many clever, knowledgeable people on hand in one easy location. Make the most of it! 📍Eden Park Today and Saturday 10-5, Sunday 10-4: For full details on free daily sessions: https://homeandgardenshow.co.nz/event/auckland-home-garden-show/

WIN Double Passes to the Auckland Home and Garden Show!

We’re giving away 10 double passes to 10 lucky winners for this year’s Show at Eden Park.

How to enter:
🥰 Tag your show buddy in the comments below
🥰 Bonus entry: Mark yourself as `going` over on our event page: https://www.facebook.com/events/eden-park-stadium-auckland/auckland-home-and-garden-show-2025/1209102930147123/

Winners will be drawn on 21st of May and notified directly. Don’t miss your chance to explore the latest home, garden, and lifestyle trends!

Event Dates: 22-25 May 2025
Location: Eden Park, Auckland

Good luck – we’ll see you at the show!

#AucklandHomeGardenShow #Giveaway #HomeAndGardenShow

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WIN Double Passes to the Auckland Home and Garden Show! We’re giving away 10 double passes to 10 lucky winners for this year’s Show at Eden Park. How to enter: 🥰 Tag your show buddy in the comments below 🥰 Bonus entry: Mark yourself as 'going' over on our event page: https://www.facebook.com/events/eden-park-stadium-auckland/auckland-home-and-garden-show-2025/1209102930147123/ Winners will be drawn on 21st of May and notified directly. Don’t miss your chance to explore the latest home, garden, and lifestyle trends! Event Dates: 22-25 May 2025 Location: Eden Park, Auckland Good luck – we’ll see you at the show! #AucklandHomeGardenShow #Giveaway #HomeAndGardenShow

🌸 WIN the Ultimate Mother’s Day Treat IN WELLINGTON! 🌸

Valued at over $1,000, we have teamed up with a few of our fabulous Wellington Better Home & Living Show 2025 exhibitors to bring you this Mother’s Day Prize Package packed with love, luxury, and local goodies to make Mum feel extra special!

Show them how much they mean to you, and ENTER by TAGGING your mum, mother figure, or best friend in the comments below. One tag = one entry. Tag as many amazing women as you wish!

One lucky winner will receive:
✨ A pampering face mask & serum from @trykure
🌿 2 tickets to the @pukahagardentour – exclusive access to stunning private gardens!
🚴‍♀️ A thrilling Wellington city tour for 2 with @trikn_tours
💡 A handcrafted @davidtrubridge Coral 400mm light shade made from sustainable bamboo
🍬 A pack of deliciously sweet Russian fudge from New Generation Liquorice Wellington
🖼️ Gorgeous dark Tui in flight metal wall art by @ornate_nz
🏺 A stunning handmade pottery piece from @potsbyaimee
🧣 A cosy long-sleeve scoop neck merino from @kellswool

🎟 AND OF COURSE a Family Pass to the Wellington Better Home & Living Show to check out all of these fabulous exhibitors and more!

📅 Winner announced Saturday 10th May – contacted directly.
Prize must be collected from the show.

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🌸 WIN the Ultimate Mother’s Day Treat IN WELLINGTON! 🌸 Valued at over $1,000, we have teamed up with a few of our fabulous Wellington Better Home & Living Show 2025 exhibitors to bring you this Mother’s Day Prize Package packed with love, luxury, and local goodies to make Mum feel extra special! Show them how much they mean to you, and ENTER by TAGGING your mum, mother figure, or best friend in the comments below. One tag = one entry. Tag as many amazing women as you wish! One lucky winner will receive: ✨ A pampering face mask & serum from @trykure 🌿 2 tickets to the @pukahagardentour – exclusive access to stunning private gardens! 🚴‍♀️ A thrilling Wellington city tour for 2 with @trikn_tours 💡 A handcrafted @davidtrubridge Coral 400mm light shade made from sustainable bamboo 🍬 A pack of deliciously sweet Russian fudge from New Generation Liquorice Wellington 🖼️ Gorgeous dark Tui in flight metal wall art by @ornate_nz 🏺 A stunning handmade pottery piece from @potsbyaimee 🧣 A cosy long-sleeve scoop neck merino from @kellswool 🎟 AND OF COURSE a Family Pass to the Wellington Better Home & Living Show to check out all of these fabulous exhibitors and more! 📅 Winner announced Saturday 10th May – contacted directly. Prize must be collected from the show.

WIN BIG at the Wellington Better Home & Living Show with our Big Spender Show Prize worth OVER $10,000! ✨

Here`s what you could win:
💤 Slumberzone Bliss Gel Queen Bed ($5,190) from Beds4U
❄️ $5,000 Insulation Package, courtesy of Insulmax
🎨 $250 Resene Voucher to refresh your space

👉 To enter, simply drop your details at the Show entrance and you could be the lucky winner!

📍 Join us at Sky Stadium, 9-11 May 2025:
Fri & Sat: 10am - 5pm | Sun: 10am - 4pm

Don’t miss out – we’ll see you at the show!

#WellingtonBetterHomeShow #Giveaway #HomeAndLiving #WinBig

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WIN BIG at the Wellington Better Home & Living Show with our Big Spender Show Prize worth OVER $10,000! ✨ Here's what you could win: 💤 Slumberzone Bliss Gel Queen Bed ($5,190) from Beds4U ❄️ $5,000 Insulation Package, courtesy of Insulmax 🎨 $250 Resene Voucher to refresh your space 👉 To enter, simply drop your details at the Show entrance and you could be the lucky winner! 📍 Join us at Sky Stadium, 9-11 May 2025: Fri & Sat: 10am - 5pm | Sun: 10am - 4pm Don’t miss out – we’ll see you at the show! #WellingtonBetterHomeShow #Giveaway #HomeAndLiving #WinBig

WIN Double Passes to the Wellington Better Home & Living Show 2025!

We’re giving away 10 double passes to 10 lucky winners for this year’s Show at Sky Stadium.✨

How to enter:
🏡 Tag your show buddy in the comments below
🏡 Bonus entry: Mark yourself as `going` over on our event page on Facebook.

Winners will be drawn on 7th May and notified directly. Don’t miss your chance to explore the latest home, garden, and lifestyle trends!

📅 Event Dates: 9-11 May 2025
📍 Location: Sky Stadium, Wellington

Good luck – we’ll see you at the show!

#WellingtonHomeGardenShow #Giveaway #HomeAndGardenShow

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WIN Double Passes to the Wellington Better Home & Living Show 2025! We’re giving away 10 double passes to 10 lucky winners for this year’s Show at Sky Stadium.✨ How to enter: 🏡 Tag your show buddy in the comments below 🏡 Bonus entry: Mark yourself as 'going' over on our event page on Facebook. Winners will be drawn on 7th May and notified directly. Don’t miss your chance to explore the latest home, garden, and lifestyle trends! 📅 Event Dates: 9-11 May 2025 📍 Location: Sky Stadium, Wellington Good luck – we’ll see you at the show! #WellingtonHomeGardenShow #Giveaway #HomeAndGardenShow

Always a blast in Taranaki 🏡🪴 What an incredible turnout. Last chance to join us at TSB Stadium till 4pm today.

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Always a blast in Taranaki 🏡🪴 What an incredible turnout. Last chance to join us at TSB Stadium till 4pm today.

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