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Plans / Projects 7 May 2021

Construction to deliver Hurstmere Road improvements resumes

Work to deliver a safer and more people-friendly Hurstmere Road has resumed this week following a construction hiatus over the busy summer period.

Environment 5 May 2021

Franklin savings put to use

Tight budgetary controls have seen savings on a number of projects, allowing funds to be put to new uses.

4 May 2021

Kaipātiki Alone Together showcases images of lockdown

With rock concerts, rugby games and café catch ups once again part of everyday life, a new book featuring images from across Kaipātiki is a stark reminder of life during lockdown.

Exhibition 4 May 2021

Connecting the past and present of Maungakiekie-Tāmaki

A new photographic exhibit helps tell the story of the significant change in the Maungakiekie-Tāmaki area over the last 100 years.

Transport 4 May 2021

Finlayson Avenue crossing to go ahead

A raised crossing at Manurewa's Finlayson Avenue will go ahead.

Plans / Projects 3 May 2021

Board submissions made on Drury plans

Franklin Local Board has raised concerns over plan changes proposed around the Drury development projects.

Sports / Leisure 30 Apr 2021

Franklin club wants wider role

Patumahoe Tennis Club wants to add its five courts to the Franklin Sport and Local Facilities Plan.

Community 29 Apr 2021

Manurewa groups supported by grants

A number of community groups will benefit from Manurewa Local Board grants. Applications for another round open on 14 May.

Events

10 Feb 2026 - 01 Dec 2026

Lego Club - Glen Eden

Bring your construction skills and join in the LEGO building fun.

10 Feb 2026 - 01 Dec 2026

Textile Tuesday

Bring your own project, browse new craft books and learn from others along the way.

10 Feb 2026 - 08 Dec 2026

Reading Revolution Shared Reading

Shared reading group  brings people together through great literature to talk, laugh and share.

10 Feb 2026 - 08 Dec 2026

Rhymetime - Ōrewa

Join our Rhymetime sessions with waiata, bubbles, books and movement for pre-schoolers and their...

10 Feb 2026 - 08 Dec 2026

Wriggle and Rhyme - Manukau Library

Designed for children aged 2 years and under, this free session helps stimulate growing minds and...

10 Feb 2026 - 09 Dec 2026

Read to a Dog

Introducing our Read to a Dog programme! Read to a Dog aims to help children with their literacy,...

05 Feb 2026 - 17 Dec 2026

Tai Chi For Health

The programmes are designed to empower people to improve health and wellness

03 Feb 2026 - 24 Feb 2026

Beginner Roller Dance Classes

Join the fabulous team from Skate Nation for a month of free beginner roller dance classes!