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Beachlands Community Hub takes shape
The refreshed space will support connection, creativity and everyday use – featuring flexible areas to work, meet, create and recreate.
Five ways Franklin cares for its flora and fauna
A total of $900,000 was allocated to protect Franklin's natural environment in 2025/2026.
Lest we forget: Anzac Day 2026 commemorations in Franklin
Franklin Local Board, Auckland Council and Auckland RSA invite you to join our local services and parades, honouring New Zealanders past and present who have served in conflicts, peacekeeping missions or military operations around the world.
Community feedback invited on memorial design at Pukekohe Cemetery
Plans for a memorial garden to recognise the unmarked graves in Pukekohe Cemetery have been released for public comment.
Franklin farewells Malcolm Bell
Franklin Local Board member, Malcolm Bell is stepping down after 12 years representing Franklin’s Wairoa subdivision.
Is the Annual Plan on track for Franklin?
Franklin residents are being asked to weigh in on the region’s Annual Plan for 2026/2027.
A new chapter for Beachlands with community hub opening soon
Franklin Local Board has approved the approach and scope of works for the newly integrated library and community hub in Beachlands.
Wellbeing through water: Franklin Local Board takes paddle on Waikato River
Members of the Franklin Local Board and Ngāti Te Ata Waiohua on the Waikato River as part of the waka ama programme.
Events
Exhibition: Whenua Mai, Whenua Atu
Whenua Mai, Whenua Atu, explores the sacred, cyclical relationship between tangata whenua and the...
Matariki Kapa Haka performance
A special performance by Pukekohe Intermediate's Kapa Haka group to celebrate Matariki.
Matariki Moments
Join us for a day of creativity, connection, and celebration as we come together to honour Matariki.
Deanz Repair Cafe
A volunteer based service to repair, mend or fix broken items.
Matariki Storytime
A great opportunity to encourage an interest in books, while building language and literacy skills.
Guided Community Ranger Walks
Every walk is different and that sense of surprise is part of the magic.
Matariki Whakarewa manu - Kite Day
Mātakitaki mai! Watch the sky fill with giant kites and enjoy a fun filled day alongside whānau.
Cook Island Language Week Storytime
A great opportunity to encourage an interest in books, while building language and literacy skills.