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Community 12 Jun 2019

Franklin Local Board seeks crime fighters

Franklin Local Board says joining Neighbourhood Support is a great way to create safer communities.

Walkways 10 Jun 2019

Waiuku Trail officially opened

A ribbon-cutting ceremony has marked the official opening of the community-led Waiuku Trail project.

Arts 4 Jun 2019

Sharing the ancient art of korowai

Papakura Marae's Whiri Aroha classes have passed on the skills to weave precious korowai cloaks to new generations.

Arts 22 May 2019

Pukekohe movie-maker to debut film

A 14-minute film by Pukekohe filmmaker Simon Huggett will screen for free on 8 June.

Community 9 May 2019

Neighbours Day events a success in Franklin

If this year's Neighbours Day celebrations are anything to go by, folk in Franklin make great neighbours.

Community 7 May 2019

Franklin sports groups get funding

Franklin Local Board has approved more than $200,000 in grants under its Sport and Active Recreation Facilities Plan.

Community 3 May 2019

Waiuku residents push new pool plan

The Women of Waiuku group has urged Franklin Local Board to push for funding of a new swimming pool in the town.

Community 3 May 2019

Matakawau embraces new playground

The Awhitu Peninsula community of Matakawau came out to play recently to celebrate the opening of its new playground.

Events

08 Jun 2024 - 20 Jul 2024

Ngā Uri o te Repo

Discover Ashleigh Taupaki's stone installations.

06 Jul 2024 - 03 Aug 2024

E-Waste Drop off Day

Drop off your unwanted electronic products during this drive-thru event!

27 Jul 2024

Emily Rice: Gallery Session

The genre-crossing artist delves into the world of electronic-dance, neo-soul & pop music with he...

27 Jul 2024 - 07 Sep 2024

Exhibition: Ode to Joy

In this exhibition, the work of four artists and a musician from different walks of life, extend...