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Plans for three new parks in Waiuku
Franklin Local Board has adopted concept plans for three parks in the town.
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People-friendly streets to be trialled in Henderson
Waitākere Ward councillors Shane Henderson and Linda Cooper welcome the news that Henderson’s town centre will receive funding from Waka Kotahi the NZ Transport Agency to trial a people-friendly streets project.
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Waka workshops with the people of Moana
Waka workshops introduce Aucklanders and urban youth to the mighty Polynesian seafaring canoes and the sport of waka ama.
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Safety volunteers backed in local board grants
Franklin Local Board has made more than $50,000 of grants to groups working to keep people safe at sea.
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Finalists named for 2020 Howick Sports Awards
More than sixty finalists have been shortlisted for the 2020 Howick Sports Awards for the last year’s season.
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Titirangi chickens go global
An Auckland Council story is going viral and spreading its wings… just like Titirangi’s feral chickens.
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Local board grants support camp, counselling, art show and more
Franklin Local Board’s Quick Response grants programme has awarded money to Camp Adair, Franklin Arts Festival, and Pakuranga Counselling Centre, among others.
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Helping hand for Camp Adair among Franklin Local Board grants
Franklin Local Board has made a grant to the popular YMCA Camp Adair at the foot of the Hunua Ranges.
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Spooks & Sparks 2024
Spooks and Sparks 2024 will make a dazzling return to The Trusts Arena this November!
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Christmas at Buckland Hall
Christmas at Buckland Hall is a truly magical event for all the family.
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Bach Musica NZ: Bach Christmas Oratorio (parts 4-6)
Bach Musica NZ, conducted by their Music Director Rita Paczian, will be joined by vocal soloists...
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Preserving & Preparing for Waste Free Christmas Celebrations
Come along and get handy tips and creative recipes to reduce food waste over the Christmas period.
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