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Environment 25 Oct 2016

Rural recycling bins for Franklin

Recycling will be significantly easier for residents in rural Franklin, with the start of Auckland Council’s fortnightly roadside collection service to almost 7000 properties.

Educational 21 Oct 2016

Young candidates the big winners in Kids Voting

Student voters go for youth

Kids / Family 17 Aug 2016

ITM 500 Auckland volunteers win again

For the second year running, volunteers working on the ITM 500 Auckland V8 Supercars race have scooped the ‘Best Volunteer Group’ award at the annual V8 Supercars awards.

Environment 3 May 2016

Seagull rescue comes off without a hitch

It was a quiet day. Kim Clarke, a swimming pool inspector with the Building Control department, was going about her usual work day when she got the call.

Environment 31 Mar 2016

Waste-free warrior coming to town

Auckland families will soon have the chance to get tips from a waste-free parenting warrior, with workshops happening in locations around the region.

Transport 18 Feb 2016

New Pine Harbour Ferry timetable starts end of February 2016

Eight extra services every day between Monday to Thursday, and 12 additional services on a Friday.

Environment 19 Jan 2016

New recycling drop-off points for Franklin

Auckland Council has finalised arrangements for two new recycling drop-off points for Franklin residents, open for business this month.

Franklin Ward Events

06 Apr 2025

Preserving and pickling workshop

Learn all the tips and tricks from Love Food Hate Waste tutor Sue for preserving, pickling and fe...

08 Apr 2025

Kai Franklin Moveable Feast

The next iteration of Kai Franklin events is happening on 8th April. Kai Franklin Moveable Feast...

18 Mar 2025 - 08 Apr 2025

Beginners sewing classes

Learn to use a sewing machine, different types of stitches and seams, work from a simple pattern,...

18 Mar 2025 - 27 May 2025

Painting course

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

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.