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Franklin Ward News

Arts 12 Dec 2018

Waiuku art installation removed due to vandalism

A public sculpture by Waiuku artist Jae Kang has been damaged so badly that it has had to be removed.

Beaches 6 Dec 2018

Safeswim returns to Auckland with new swimming spots

Auckland Council’s Safeswim website is ready for summer, highlighting water quality around the region.

Plans / Projects 4 Dec 2018

Panuku to help shape Pukekohe's future

A regeneration programme will create opportunities in the area and help transport connections and housing.

Environment 2 Nov 2018

Franklin pest management projects help local birds

Tūī populations are on the rise around Patumahoe thanks to volunteer conservation groups.

Environment 2 Nov 2018

Community rallies to ensure beach declared swim safe

Clarks Beach is one for four beaches in the Manukau Harbour to be deemed swimmable this summer.

14-24 year olds 1 Nov 2018

Students plan for Papakura's future

The future of Papakura is in good hands if Opaheke School’s students are anything to go by.

Educational 29 Oct 2018

Students deliver community solutions

Unitec landscape architecture students applied their minds to issues in the Beachlands-Maraetai area.

Environment 9 Oct 2018

Waiuku Estuary restoration work complete

Mangrove removal efforts have been hailed as a testament to the community’s can-do spirit.

Franklin Ward Events

29 Apr 2025 - 08 Jun 2025

The Big Bike Film Night 2025

Bringing the best short cycling films from around the world together for you.

18 Mar 2025 - 27 May 2025

Painting course

Each session focuses on a key aspect of colour, blending instruction with practical application.

10 May 2025

How to sculpt a hand-built vase

In this workshop, you will be creating a vase using hand-building techniques.

17 May 2025 - 14 Jun 2025

Sow, grow and eat: Mastering microgreens

Learn all about microgreens, sprouts, and salad greens, from planting to eating.

01 Jun 2025

Awhitu Peninsula planting days

You're invited to help protect and restore the waterways in Awhiu.

08 Jun 2025 - 15 Jun 2025

Duder Regional Park - Planting Day

Bring your family and friends to help plant trees and keep Auckland green.

22 Jun 2025 - 28 Jun 2025

Waitawa Regional Park - Planting Day

Bring your family and friends to help plant trees and keep Auckland green.

06 Jul 2025 - 12 Jul 2025

Omana Regional Park - Planting Day

Join Rangers and volunteers for a fun exciting day out on our regional parks.