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15 Jul 2020

Franklin's vision for the future

Residents are being encouraged to be heard on the draft Franklin Local Board Plan, which outlines the board's direction for the next three years.

Waste 10 Jul 2020

Matakawau recycling drop-off site to close

The Matakawau recycling drop-off spot, shut during the COVID-19 lockdown, is to close permanently.

Parks / Outdoors 30 Jun 2020

Plans for three new parks in Waiuku

Franklin Local Board has adopted concept plans for three parks in the town.

Beaches 26 Jun 2020

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.

Community 25 Jun 2020

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.

Community 25 Jun 2020

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.

Arts 24 Jun 2020

Franklin Arts Centre to reopen

Pukekohe’s Franklin Arts Centre will reopen on 30 June.

Transport 23 Jun 2020

Franklin road crossings sited for safety

Auckland Transport is working closely with Franklin Local Board to ensure proposed pedestrian crossings are put in the right place.

Events

08 Jun 2024 - 20 Jul 2024

Ngā Uri o te Repo

Discover Ashleigh Taupaki's stone installations.

06 Jul 2024 - 03 Aug 2024

E-Waste Drop off Day

Drop off your unwanted electronic products during this drive-thru event!

27 Jul 2024

Emily Rice: Gallery Session

The genre-crossing artist delves into the world of electronic-dance, neo-soul & pop music with he...

27 Jul 2024 - 07 Sep 2024

Exhibition: Ode to Joy

In this exhibition, the work of four artists and a musician from different walks of life, extend...