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Predator Free Franklin turning hunters into hunted
Franklin Local Board Chair Andy Baker, says what started out as a few committed people catching possums, has snowballed into a movement that stretches across the board area.
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Pukekohe parks in line for upgrades
Eke Panuku is gearing up to upgrade Roulston Park and the Pukekohe Skate Park next to it and wants community feedback on what form any improvements should take.
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Rangatahi join boards on Tuia project
When Auckland’s five southern local boards looked to appoint someone to the 2022 Tuia programme, the quality of the applicants was so high one board selected two young people.
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Views sought on damaged hall's future
The future of Ardmore Hall and Bell Field are included in consultation on Auckland Council’s Annual Budget.
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Pukekohe park upgrade on schedule
Work at Bledisloe Park, home to cricket and football in Pukekohe, is progressing, with drainage and irrigation installed, and sand carpeting and turf installation taking place.
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Rangatahi invited to join mentorship programme with southern local boards
Franklin, Manurewa, Papakura, Ōtara-Papatoetoe and Māngere-Ōtāhuhu will offer rangatahi places in a New Zealand-wide programme that sees local government members mentoring young Māori to enhance their leadership skills.
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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.
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Franklin tourism gets a boost
Three groups will benefit from Franklin Local Board Tourism Development Fund support.
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Christmas on the Green
It's a perfect excuse to get your family and friends together for an evening of Christmas magic.
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Christmas at Buckland Hall
Christmas at Buckland Hall is a truly magical event for all the family.