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Community 14 Dec 2021

Wanted: Waterways to fence off

With more than 65 kilometres of rural waterway fencing behind it, Auckland Council’s Waterway Protection Fund is seeking new projects in Franklin and Papakura, with applications open from 8 February to 18 March.

Community 14 Dec 2021

Franklin tourism gets a boost

Three groups will benefit from Franklin Local Board Tourism Development Fund support.

14 Dec 2021

New home for Pest Free Kaipātiki a win for all

Pest Free Kaipātiki have a new place to call home at the former Glenfield Bowling Club building.

Community 13 Dec 2021

Trust formed to support Beachlands

The Takutai Charitable trust has been granted Franklin Local Board strategic partnership funding and a lease over Beachlands Log Cabin.

13 Dec 2021

Community volunteers honoured

From supporting the most vulnerable in our community to making sure our parks are well-loved, community volunteers make a real difference to our people and our places. Their mahi is honoured through the triennial Puketāpapa Community Volunteer Aw...

Community 10 Dec 2021

Concept plan for Clarks Beach Reserve adopted

A concept plan for the redevelopment of the Clarks Beach Recreation Reserve has been adopted.

10 Dec 2021

Community-led plan to restore Harbourview Orangihina

A community-led plan to restore Harborview-Ōrangihina Park in Te Atau Peninsula has been agreed to by Henderson-Massey Local Board.

Events

25 Nov 2024 - 15 Jan 2025

Gordon Harris Staff Exhibition

This event offers a unique opportunity for art enthusiasts to engage with our talented artists.

21 Nov 2024 - 22 Dec 2024

The Year in Space 2024

See the highlights of the year, including the best astrophotography, stunning recent images and d...

20 Nov 2024 - 06 Jan 2025

Beacons of Light

A vibrant art installation featuring works from two esteemed New Zealand artists will be on displ...

16 Nov 2024 - 07 Dec 2024

Date for Art

Come along for Date for Art delivered in Mandarin.

16 Nov 2024 - 02 Mar 2025

Sculpture in the Gardens

Head along with friends and family and be wowed by a spectacular display of sculptures.

16 Nov 2024 - 31 May 2025

Tamariki Time at Pt Chevalier Little Library

Join us for our Tamariki Time sessions and enjoy some stories, songs, and movement with your litt...

14 Nov 2024 - 01 Dec 2024

A Doll's House, Part 2

Plumb Theatre, in partnership with Auckland Live, are back and this time to present a captivating...

14 Nov 2024 - 07 Dec 2024

Camping

Over one raucous night in Lovers' Cove, cocktails are downed, catfights explode, and repressed de...