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Transport 10 Mar 2020

Train usage on the rise in Pukekohe

Large numbers of Pukekohe residents are choosing to commute by train. Electrification of the line is tipped to make that number grow again.

Community 10 Mar 2020

Have your say online about Franklin issues

The sheer size of the Franklin Local Board area makes engaging with its diverse communities a challenge, but it's one the board is keen to rise to.

Community 3 Mar 2020

Expert urges new approach

A visiting urban regeneration expert has called for public spaces to be turned into places where people come before cars.

Heritage 18 Feb 2020

Old Pukekohe signs restored by locals

Signs that vanished from Pukekohe have been restored and returned thanks to some detective work.

Environment 17 Feb 2020

Dutch elm disease hits Pukekohe elms

Dutch elm disease has affected a small number of trees in Pukekohe. They will be removed to prevent the disease from spreading.

Community 14 Feb 2020

Contingency water supply on tap from Auckland Council

Drinking water available at some rural community halls

Walkways 14 Feb 2020

New trail to link Clevedon and Kaiaua

The Hūnua Trail will link Clevedon and Kaiaua over a 44-kilometre walking and cycling trail on existing tracks and Watercare roads.

Sports / Leisure 4 Feb 2020

Waiuku College gym opens its doors again

Waiuku College has reopened its gym to the public after being closed for more than a year for repairs.

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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.

02 Jun 2026 - 04 Jun 2026

Samoan Language Week Storytime

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07 Jul 2026 - 09 Jul 2026

Matariki Storytime

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04 Aug 2026 - 06 Aug 2026

Cook Island Language Week Storytime

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