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Driving permits for some west coast beaches
Recognising that driving on the beach is very different from driving on the road, the council has a permit system in place for people wanting to drive on the very popular Muriwai and Kariotahi beaches.
Awards open to Auckland farmers
Auckland Council has partnered with the New Zealand Farm Environment Trust, so that the region’s farmers and horticulturists are eligible to enter the 2016 Ballance Farm Environment Awards – with entries open until 31 October.
Spotlight on our neighbourhoods – Franklin
Home to many of Auckland’s spectacular regional parks and beaches, the Franklin Local Board area’s rural setting offers something for everyone.
Youth lead Pukekohe skate park design
Running for Auckland Council?
Want to be more directly involved in decisions that will help make Auckland a great place to live? Consider running as a candidate in the next council elections.
Rural communities take leadership
Franklin Local Board is giving its rural communities the power to run their local halls.
Sandspit Reserve Playground upgraded
Sandspit Reserve Playground in Waiuku has had a long‑awaited upgrade.
Pukekohe upgrades are streets ahead
Local rugby fans were the first to christen the upgraded Stadium Drive, during the club finals at ECOLight Stadium.
Events
Exhibition: Whenua Mai, Whenua Atu
Whenua Mai, Whenua Atu, explores the sacred, cyclical relationship between tangata whenua and the...
Matariki Kapa Haka performance
A special performance by Pukekohe Intermediate's Kapa Haka group to celebrate Matariki.
Matariki Moments
Join us for a day of creativity, connection, and celebration as we come together to honour Matariki.
Deanz Repair Cafe
A volunteer based service to repair, mend or fix broken items.
Matariki Storytime
A great opportunity to encourage an interest in books, while building language and literacy skills.
Guided Community Ranger Walks
Every walk is different and that sense of surprise is part of the magic.
Matariki Whakarewa manu - Kite Day
Mātakitaki mai! Watch the sky fill with giant kites and enjoy a fun filled day alongside whānau.
Cook Island Language Week Storytime
A great opportunity to encourage an interest in books, while building language and literacy skills.