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Five ways to connect with your community
Here are some ways to get amongst it and make a difference in your community with the people around you.
Franklin moves from rubbish bags to bins
Residents will need to put out rubbish in council bins instead of bags from 30 June 2025 when Franklin moves to rates-funded rubbish collections.
Pump track gets the green light from Local Board
Beachlands is set to get a new pump track at Constellation Park, thanks to local support and the backing of Franklin Local Board.
Waiuku Trail & Reserves back on track
Storm remediation work at the existing Waiuku Trail at the north of Tamakae and at Lady Jane Franklin Botanical Reserve has now been completed, helping to prevent future stormwater damage.
Pukekohe park gifted dual Māori name
Kennelley Park has been gifted the dual name of Te Ara Poouri, marked with a special ceremony to recognise the significance of the name.
Shaping Clevedon community hub
Clevedon is evolving, and there is an opportunity to upgrade and make better use of the Clevedon Community Hall.
New roundabout to support growth
A new single-lane roundabout is being built on State highway 22 on Paerata Road between Pukekohe and Paerata Rise.
Bringing council services to Beachlands
Beachlands may soon have a new community hub, with plans now being explored to better serve the growing local population.
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