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Community 12 Nov 2019

Armistice Day marked by Manurewa community

The Manurewa community rallied to ensure the town's tradition of honouring Armistice Day would continue unbroken.

Community 11 Nov 2019

Franklin Local Board Grants Announced

16 community groups have received grants from the Franklin Local Board.

Environment 7 Nov 2019

Community urged to join Whangapouri Stream clean-up

Whangapouri Stream in Pukekohe is set for a tidy up to prevent waste from entering the waterway.

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.

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.

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04 Aug 2026 - 06 Aug 2026

Cook Island Language Week Storytime

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18 Aug 2026 - 20 Aug 2026

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15 Sep 2026 - 17 Sep 2026

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16 Sep 2026

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