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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.

Transport 9 Dec 2021

$800,000 for transport projects in Whau

Whau Local Board has allocated almost $800,000 to three transport projects in Whau.

Arts 9 Dec 2021

Support for Papakura groups

More than $28,000 in grants have been made to community, sports and arts groups in the Papakura Local Board area.

Youth / Rangatahi 9 Dec 2021

Franklin announces partnership funding

Franklin Local Board has announced strategic partnership funding for groups across the area.

Events

18 Dec 2026 - 19 Dec 2026

Christmas Cheer

Gather whānau and friends together for this special concert.

19 Jun 2026 - 18 Dec 2026

Mending Circle

Got a beloved sweater with a pesky moth hole? A favourite pair of jeans with a blowout, or a chil...

12 Jan 2027

Waterless lithography made easier

Join artist Steve Lovett to learn the accessible and effective process of waterless lithographic...

13 Jan 2027

Ceramic light

A whimsical, tactile journey to create a functional ceramic candelabra or wall sconce.

13 Jan 2027

Loose lines

Take on the challenge of painting big with acclaimed contemporary painter and teacher Emma Smith...

13 Jan 2027

Screen print studio

Learn screen printing from a pro!

21 Feb 2027

People's Triathlon: Race 3 - Maraetai

Take on a sea swim, follow the coastal and countryside bike route, and finish with a run across t...

16 May 2027

People's Triathlon: Race 4 - Mission Bay Finale

Finish the 2026/27 season at Mission Bay Beach on Sunday 16 May with the Barfoot & Thompson Peopl...