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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.
Franklin Arts Festival celebrates 25 years
A signature event highlighting Franklin's creative talent with an exhibition from more than 180 established and emerging artists.
Events
Samoan Language Week performance
A special performance by Pukekohe Intermediate's Pasifika group to celebrate Samoan Language Week.
Matariki Kapa Haka performance
A special performance by Pukekohe Intermediate's Kapa Haka group to celebrate Matariki.
Matariki Storytime
A great opportunity to encourage an interest in books, while building language and literacy skills.
Cook Island Language Week Storytime
A great opportunity to encourage an interest in books, while building language and literacy skills.
Te Wiki o te Reo Māori Kapa Haka performance
A special performance by Pukekohe Intermediate's Kapa Haka group to celebrate Te Wiki o te Reo Mā...