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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.
Discover Clevedon
The east Auckland region of Clevedon is the ideal destination for a Sunday drive.
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.
Beachlands-Maraetai Coastal Walkway wins design award
Franklin’s iconic greenway, the Beachlands-Maraetai Coastal Walkway, has won a Pride of Place 2015 Landscape Architecture Award for outstanding design.
Events
Christmas on the Green
It's a perfect excuse to get your family and friends together for an evening of Christmas magic.
Introduction to Watercolour workshop with artist Cathy Cowin
Learn the basics of watercolour in an encouraging, nurturing, friendly and relaxed environment.
Christmas at Buckland Hall
Christmas at Buckland Hall is a truly magical event for all the family.
E-Waste Collection Day
Drop off your unwanted electronic products during this drive-thru event.
Christmas bauble painting workshop
In this workshop, you will have 3 ceramic baubles to paint however you like.
Pukekohe Repair Café
Bring your broken or damaged items and local volunteers will fix them for you for FREE.
