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Community 11 Sep 2020

Franklin commits to environmental projects

Franklin Local Board's commitment to environmental projects is unshaken in the wake of COVID-19.

Community 11 Sep 2020

Santa gets a helping hand

Santa has had a helping hand to make sure he can pop in and see Papakura families ahead of Christmas.

Cycling 10 Sep 2020

Safer streets on the way for Glen Eden with pop-up cycleway

Safer cycling is on the way to Glen Eden following the news that a trial pop-up cycleway on Captain Scott Road has been given the go-ahead.

Plans / Projects 9 Sep 2020

Green light for Greenslade upgrades

A project to upgrade Greenslade Reserve will soon enter stage two works later this month following a funding boost from the government.

Community 7 Sep 2020

'No mow' pilot at Grey Lynn Park will see slopes returned to wilderness

A ‘no mow’ pilot at Grey Lynn Park is being funded by the Waitematā Local Board to improve biodiversity outcomes.

Environment 7 Sep 2020

Pollution prevention project to protect waterways in Waitematā

A new programme will help educate Eden Terrace businesses about their impact on local waterways.

Markets / Trade 7 Sep 2020

Pukekohe markets on the move

Pukekohe's popular Saturday markets will be trialed in the Town Square in an effort to bring more customers into the town.

Arts 7 Sep 2020

Franklin Arts Festival beats the odds

The Franklin Arts Festival has beaten COVID-19 by adopting an online format alongside a "pop-up" exhibition at Franklin: The Centre.

Events

14 Jan 2026

Cartoonist Workshop

Learn how to create your own characters, bring your stories to life, and have fun drawing in this...

14 Jan 2026

Creative wood workshop

Kids 7+ can create, decorate, and upcycle their own wooden projects in a fun, hands-on workshop.

14 Jan 2026

Music in Parks Lloyd Elsmore Park - Jazz

East Auckland jazz with Joe Kaptein and the Musika Collective.

14 Jan 2026

Take a walk on the grassy side

We will share some tips and tricks to learning to identify grasses, which can be tricky, so bring...

14 Jan 2026 - 19 Jan 2026

Wellness Riders Skate Clinic

Community skate sessions focused on fun, fitness, and friendship

14 Jan 2026 - 20 Jan 2026

Summer Holidays with Titirangi Library

A summer of fun is waiting, drop in, get creative, and make something awesome.

14 Jan 2026 - 29 Jan 2026

Raumati Reads Events at Birkenhead Library

Dive into Raumati Reads this summer with books, prizes and a lineup of hands-on holiday fun.

15 Jan 2026

Digital Discovery Day

Bring the whole whānau along to try new or retro games, technology and bond as a family.