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Community 14 Dec 2021

Wanted: Waterways to fence off

With more than 65 kilometres of rural waterway fencing behind it, Auckland Council’s Waterway Protection Fund is seeking new projects in Franklin and Papakura, with applications open from 8 February to 18 March.

Community 14 Dec 2021

Franklin tourism gets a boost

Three groups will benefit from Franklin Local Board Tourism Development Fund support.

14 Dec 2021

New home for Pest Free Kaipātiki a win for all

Pest Free Kaipātiki have a new place to call home at the former Glenfield Bowling Club building.

Community 13 Dec 2021

Trust formed to support Beachlands

The Takutai Charitable trust has been granted Franklin Local Board strategic partnership funding and a lease over Beachlands Log Cabin.

13 Dec 2021

Community volunteers honoured

From supporting the most vulnerable in our community to making sure our parks are well-loved, community volunteers make a real difference to our people and our places. Their mahi is honoured through the triennial Puketāpapa Community Volunteer Aw...

10 Dec 2021

Community-led plan to restore Harbourview Orangihina

A community-led plan to restore Harborview-Ōrangihina Park in Te Atau Peninsula has been agreed to by Henderson-Massey Local Board.

Hauraki Gulf 10 Dec 2021

Work underway to control non-native seaweed found on Aotea Great Barrier Island

An invasive seaweed that spreads rapidly has been discovered in waters surrounding Aotea Great Barrier Island.

Sports / Leisure 9 Dec 2021

West Wave pool to close for essential works from 13-17 December

Critical electrical work required to keep the West Wave Aquatic centre operational will mean that part of the West wave complex will be closed for five days from 13-17 December.

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