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Youth / Rangatahi 3 Aug 2022

Covered court dreams a step closer

Covered courts at the Counties Tennis Centre in Pukekohe will be a boost for club members and the wider community.

Youth / Rangatahi 27 Jun 2022

Trust adds to Beachlands community

Takutai Trust, which recently forged a partnership with Franklin Local Board, has quickly become a cornerstone of the Beachlands-Maraetai community.

Community 22 Jun 2022

New offices for Franklin Local Board

Franklin Local Board's new offices have been blessed and opened.

2 Jun 2022

Christmas cheer to Franklin grants

Christmas events have received Franklin Local board funding.

Transport 1 Jun 2022

Franklin calls for one speed approach

Franklin Local Board says proposed speed restrictions would be easier to implement and enforce if roads were restricted to one speed. one

31 May 2022

Drury stations get te reo names

Three stations on the developing Papakura-Pukekohe railway line have been given te reo names.

Events

17 May 2026 - 02 Aug 2026

Regional park planting days - South

Join rangers and volunteers for a fun exciting day out on our regional parks! 

01 Jul 2026

Matariki Kapa Haka performance

A special performance by Pukekohe Intermediate's Kapa Haka group to celebrate Matariki.

04 Jul 2026

Matariki Moments

Join us for a day of creativity, connection, and celebration as we come together to honour Matariki.

06 Jun 2026 - 07 Nov 2026

Deanz Repair Cafe

A volunteer based service to repair, mend or fix broken items.

06 Jul 2026 - 17 Jul 2026

School Holidays with Auckland Council Pools and Leisure

Give your kids an unforgettable winter break filled with fun, adventure and new friendships!

07 Jul 2026 - 09 Jul 2026

Matariki Storytime

A great opportunity to encourage an interest in books, while building language and literacy skills.

07 Jul 2026 - 17 Dec 2026

Guided Community Ranger Walks

Every walk is different and that sense of surprise is part of the magic.

11 Jul 2026

Matariki Whakarewa manu - Kite Day

Mātakitaki mai! Watch the sky fill with giant kites and enjoy a fun filled day alongside whānau.