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Civil Defence / Emergency Management 11 Dec 2024

Franklin agrees tool to help in emergencies

A new tool has been put in place to guide emergency responses throughout the Franklin district.

Community 6 Dec 2024

Nine-year-old appeals for lower speeds

Nine-year-old boy Caio Maffey has petitioned Franklin Local Board for slower speeds around his school.

Elections 4 Dec 2024

Who’ll be in to win Auckland’s Elections 2025?

Now’s the time to start considering standing in Auckland’s 2025 elections. With summer holidays just around the corner, could a role in Auckland’s leadership be the new year resolution for you?

Community 28 Nov 2024

South's dog problem must be addressed

The south is a hotspot for roaming dogs and other bad behaviours.

Community 27 Nov 2024

Help shape park for Franklin's Papahua

Papahua will be the most significant park development in Franklin for years.

Auckland's Future In Progress 25 Nov 2024

Census highlights a changing south

The south is growing faster than the rest of Auckland and is becoming even more ethnically diverse.

Arts 20 Nov 2024

Honouring Hingaia in sculpture at Karaka

Waiohua chieftainess Hingaia is celebrated at the park that bears her name in Karaka.

Community 19 Nov 2024

Timetable developed for return of trains

Franklin Ward Councillor Andy Baker says the fully electric train service will be a game-changer for Pukekohe and surrounding areas.

Events

14 Dec 2024

Author Talk - Sandy A Bower

An author talk to launch local author Sandy A Bower’s new picture book, “Puddie Cat’s Big Move”.

11 Jan 2025

Music in Parks Maraetai

There’s great local Auckland talent to kick off the season of free music events across Tāmaki Mak...