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Conservation 11 Jul 2024

Funds on offer to improve waterways

A helping hand is being offered to landowners to help improve the area's waterways.

Beaches 9 Jul 2024

Board commits to a greener future

Major environmental projects have had funds allocated to ensure they can continue.

Beaches 9 Jul 2024

Forum welcomes Manukau Harbour stand

Auckland Council's move to put in place a strategy for improving outcomes for the Manukau Harbour have been welcomed by the Manukau Harbour Forum.

14-24 year olds 19 Jun 2024

Franklin students wage war on carbon

Students are decarbonising their schools under an Auckland Council Sustainable Schools’ climate action programme.

Civil Defence / Emergency Management 19 Jun 2024

Volunteers needed for new Emergency Response team in South Auckland

Do you live in South Auckland and want to help your community during an emergency response?

Beaches 4 Jun 2024

Surf club's rebuild storage needs funded

Franklin Local Board will meet the bill for storing Kariaotahi Surf Lifesaving Club's equipment during its clubrooms rebuild..

Cleaning up our environment 23 May 2024

Funds offered to protect waterways

Applications to Auckland Council’s Regional Waterway Protection Fund open soon.

14-24 year olds 22 May 2024

Plea for driver care around schools

Winter cold and rain can make children dash across busy roads.

Events

12 Dec 2025 - 14 Feb 2026

Adventurous Nature Play

Climb, explore, and discover the great outdoors with fun for all ages.

18 Dec 2025 - 19 Dec 2025

Christmas Decoration Painting

Come and make a Christmas decoration out of recycled materials with Waiuku Zero Waste.

18 Dec 2025 - 19 Jan 2026

Wild Families Nature Play

Family-friendly outdoor adventures that connect children with nature.

18 Dec 2025 - 27 Jun 2026

Nature Play

Explore, climb, and connect with the outdoors in playful activities.

19 Dec 2025 - 28 Jan 2026

Nurture in Nature

Relax, explore, and connect with nature in a calm, guided session.

20 Dec 2025 - 22 Jan 2026

Gravity Play

Leap, climb, and explore movement in this fun, physics-inspired play session.

20 Dec 2025 - 01 Feb 2026

Loose Parts Play

Build, create, and explore using open-ended play materials

20 Dec 2025 - 02 May 2026

Giant Stand-up Paddleboarding

Glide across the water and enjoy a guided paddleboarding adventure.