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Community 1 Aug 2018

Eight fabulous things about Franklin

Franklin Local Board member Murray Kay shares what he loves most about the area.

Transport 1 Aug 2018

Planning underway around Matiatia commercial leases

Plans are being drawn up to improve the area around Matiatia.

Community 31 Jul 2018

Te Puke o Tara opening a celebration of past and present

The re-opening marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter for the community of Ōtara.

Community 31 Jul 2018

Manukau local boards advocate for more investment

A multi-million dollar investment in public facilities, future development and transport have been committed to.

Community 31 Jul 2018

Wesley Market inches towards becoming Zero Waste

Stallholders in Mt Roskill are helping Wesley Market to embrace Zero Waste.

Transport 30 Jul 2018

Safety changes proposed for Botany Rd

Botany Road will be safer and less congested following AT's proposed changes to two major intersections.

Community 30 Jul 2018

Herald Island uniting to expel predators

Momentum is building in a small island community in Auckland’s upper harbour to rid its shores of pests.

Environment 27 Jul 2018

Kauri dieback confirmed on North Shore

Kauri Park temporarily closed to limit spread of disease.

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03 Dec 2024 - 15 Dec 2026

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27 May 2026

Author talk: Charlotte Macdonald

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27 May 2026

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