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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.

Environment 20 May 2022

Tool boosts efforts to improve water quality

With $452 million of targeted rates earmarked over 10 years to improve water quality, Auckland Council is making sure it invests in the right solutions.

Transport 13 May 2022

Motorway closing so bridge can go

The Southern Motorway between Drury and Papakura will be closed 7pm Saturday 21 May to 9am Sunday 22 May to demolish the Park Estate Road bridge.

Environment 11 May 2022

Waterway fund boosts Franklin environment

Seven Franklin Local Board Waterways Fund grants have been made.

Climate action 4 May 2022

Unspent funds used to back Franklin groups

Funds unable to be used because of COVID-19 restrictions have been used to help community groups pursue their aims in Franklin.

Community 31 Mar 2022

Franklin backs Vision Zero goal

Franklin Local Board is calling for lower speed limits outside all schools.

Events

01 Jul 2026

Matariki Kapa Haka performance

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

07 Jul 2026 - 09 Jul 2026

Matariki Storytime

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

04 Aug 2026 - 06 Aug 2026

Cook Island Language Week Storytime

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

16 Sep 2026

Te Wiki o te Reo Māori Kapa Haka performance

A special performance by Pukekohe Intermediate's Kapa Haka group to celebrate Te Wiki o te Reo Mā...