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Cycling 24 Oct 2019

Grant helps forge new bike tracks

New mountain bike trails have been opened in the Whitford forest thanks to the hard work of Pohutukawa Coast Bike Club members.

Arts 22 Oct 2019

Weaver's globally acclaimed work comes to Auckland

Matekino Lawless is bringing her weavings to Auckland's Franklin Art Centre for an exhibition this November.

Cultural 11 Oct 2019

Council programme to improve marae conditions

Six marae in Franklin and Papakura will benefit from Auckland Council's Marae Infrastructure Programme.

Heritage 11 Oct 2019

Te reo Māori names approved for Papakura parks

Parks across Papakura could be gifted a name to reflect Māori heritage in public places if they are accepted by mana whenua.

Community 3 Oct 2019

Kariaotahi surf club gets new lease

Surf Life Saving Kariaotahi has been granted a new lease on its beach site.

2 Oct 2019

Survey finds young people want more to do

The results of a Franklin Local Board survey to help it understand community needs for young people have been released.

14-24 year olds 27 Sep 2019

Sand turned into art

School holiday art programme will put Karioitahi sand to use.

Beaches 27 Sep 2019

Rusting wrecks no match for volunteers

Rusting car wrecks dumped on a popular beach have been removed.

Events

30 Nov 2024

Christmas on the Green

It's a perfect excuse to get your family and friends together for an evening of Christmas magic.

30 Nov 2024 - 01 Dec 2024

Christmas at Buckland Hall

Christmas at Buckland Hall is a truly magical event for all the family.