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Franklin youngsters to tell area's stories
Some of Franklin’s youngest artists are preparing for their stage debuts at Retelling our Stories in November.
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Patumahoe basketball court plan accepted
Move over LeBron James and Kobe Bryant, the kids of Patumahoe are coming for you.
Transport improvements key to success in southern growth areas
Increase in housing to go hand-in-hand with transport infrastructure.
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Franklin environment gets helping hand from targeted rates
Targeted rates are being spent in Franklin to protect the area's environment and waterways.
Plans to transform Drury and Pukekohe adopted
Plans to support significant future business and residential development to help tackle Auckland’s unprecedented growth have been adopted by Auckland Council.
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Franklin road safety projects approved
A range of projects made possible by Auckland Transport's Community Safety Fund will improve Franklin roads.
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Papakura's swimming pools go solar
New Zealand’s largest solar-powered swimming pool heating system is now in place at Massey Aquatic Centre.
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Local boards back emergency recovery plan
Local boards want any disaster recovery plan well circulated so people have as much information as possible.
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Christmas on the Green
It's a perfect excuse to get your family and friends together for an evening of Christmas magic.
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Christmas at Buckland Hall
Christmas at Buckland Hall is a truly magical event for all the family.