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Environment 7 Aug 2018

Waterways Protection Fund empowers environmental action

Funds are available to Franklin landowners to help restore the Mauku Stream.

Transport 7 Aug 2018

Rural road safety improvements will save lives

More than 400km of rural roads are being targeted as part of a major focus on road safety.

Transport 1 Aug 2018

New overbridge eases the way for Pukekohe Station's customers

There's a new easy link for train and bus passengers at Pukekohe Station.

Community 1 Aug 2018

Eight fabulous things about Franklin

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

27 Jul 2018

Local board’s advocacy secures vital investment

Franklin’s communities highlighted transport, environmental issues and initiatives that empower residents as their priorities.

Walkways 10 Jul 2018

Waiuku community shows the way with trails plan

The Waiuku Walkways Committee has presented a thorough run-down for delivering the initial stages of the Waiuku Trails Plan.

Community 9 Jul 2018

Community empowered to manage their facilities

This month West Franklin Community Trust took on the management of the Waiuku Memorial Town Hall.

Environment 27 Jun 2018

Opinion: If we work together we can go waste free

Franklin Ward Councillor and Deputy Mayor Bill Cashmore explains how Auckland can achieve its zero waste goal.

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