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Arts 5 Aug 2020

Birds soar in new Waiuku artwork

Five years in the making, the NZ Steel commissioned public sculpture by renowned artist Fred Graham marking 50 years of the Glenbrook steel mill has been unveiled.

Community 3 Aug 2020

Wairoa residents need to be heard

Franklin Local Board's 2020 Plan is open for consultation and Wairoa subdivision member Angela Fulljames is calling on the community to get involved.

Transport 31 Jul 2020

Board grateful road safety funds found

Concessions that saw money found for Auckland Transport's road safety initiatives has been welcomed by Franklin Local Board.

Have your say 20 Jul 2020

Young people at heart of Franklin's plan

A thriving local economy is the first goal of the 2020 Franklin Local Board Plan, now open for consultation.

Rates 20 Jul 2020

Deputy Mayor praises leadership

Deputy Mayor and Franklin Ward Councillor Bill Cashmore says the Emergency Budget passed by Auckland Council's Finance and Performance Committee positions the city for recovery.

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.

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.

Events

11 Feb 2026 - 11 Dec 2026

Wriggle and Rhyme - Franklin and Waiuku

The sessions incorporates the use of te reo Māori, enriching the experience of Te ao Māori cultur...

02 May 2026 - 28 May 2026

Emerging artist showcase: Sounds of Tāmaki Makaurau

Experience the up-and-coming star power of our youth at community venues and spaces across the re...

05 May 2026 - 07 May 2026

Sign Language Week storytime

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

06 May 2026

Musical connections

A morning of piano, participation and community for seniors, with local pianist, Dan.

09 May 2026

Miniature loom weaving

This is your opportunity to try your hand at weaving using everyday materials and simple techniques.

16 May 2026

Author talk: Theophila Pratt

Join us for a morning with Theophila Pratt.

17 May 2026 - 02 Aug 2026

Regional park planting day

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

02 Jun 2026 - 04 Jun 2026

Samoan Language Week Storytime

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