Franklin commits to environmental projects
Franklin Local Board's commitment to environmental projects is unshaken in the wake of COVID-19.
Pukekohe markets on the move
Pukekohe's popular Saturday markets will be trialed in the Town Square in an effort to bring more customers into the town.
Franklin Arts Festival beats the odds
The Franklin Arts Festival has beaten COVID-19 by adopting an online format alongside a "pop-up" exhibition at Franklin: The Centre.
Grants keep school pools open around Franklin
School pools in smaller areas around Franklin will be able to open to the public over summer thanks to local board grants.
Changes sought to Drury plans
Public submissions are being sought as developers seek zoning changes to plans for Drury.
Franklin roundabout funds welcomed
Funding for a roundabout for a notorious traffic accident blackspot has been welcomed by Franklin Local Board chair Andy Baker.
Franklin Local Board takes a wider view on new roads
New roads to service growing communities in Franklin could get wider following local board feedback.
Birds soar in new Waiuku artwork
Five years in the making, the NZ Steel commissioned public sculpture by renowned artist Fred Graham marking 50 years of the Glenbrook steel mill has been unveiled.
Board grateful road safety funds found
Concessions that saw money found for Auckland Transport's road safety initiatives has been welcomed by Franklin Local Board.
Southern boards take new path
Auckland's three most southern local boards, Manurewa, Papakura and Franklin, have all incorporated Māori outcomes into their plans for the future.