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Young leaders show the way in fight to enhance the health of Manukau Harbour
Young people are taking a hands-on role in preserving the Manukau Harbour.

Plan to shape Pukekohe endorsed
The Unlock Pukekohe masterplan to guide development in the town has been endorsed by Franklin Local Board.

Southern voices need to be heard
Local board plans are open for consultation.

Franklin radio buffs help crack Morse code
Morse code...no bother with the help of Franklin Amateur Radio Club members.

Franklin feedback on future transport networks
Franklin Local board has provided formal feedback on Te Tupu Ngātahi Supporting Growth’s work around future transport networks for Pukekohe, Paerata and Drury South.

Franklin parks to be brought under one plan
One plan to rule them all...Franklin's park management plans will be brought into one.

Hūnua Traverse set to open
Two sections of the Hūnua Traverse mountain bike trail will open on 1 July.
Events

Graham (aka Inkiana Judd!) bringing his victorian printing press to South Auckland
Graham is planning to bring his 1833 Albion press to Franklin arts Centre to print keepsake print...



School holiday programmes for kids aged 5-13 years
Enrol them in Auckland Council’s school holiday programme. Our programmes are inexpensive, safe,...

Chat with Giuseppe Gallina
Giuseppe Gallina, Italian History enthusiast, will share about the Italian Campaign of the 2nd NZ...

Treasure Hunters - Clevedon School Holiday Event
Come visit the Franklin Community Hub team and Waiuku Zero Waste at Clevedon Community Hall for s...

AKL Heritage Festival 2023: Home Fires Burning: New Zealand's Vietnam War
Join us on the 30th of September from 1-3pm for a presentation from three Vietnam veterans.

Egyptian Mummy Papier Mache
Come and join us for a 2 day workshop making an Egyptian mummy out of papier mache, recyclable pl...