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Transport 31 Jul 2020

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.

Have your say 20 Jul 2020

Young people at heart of Franklin's plan

A thriving local economy is the first goal of the 2020 Franklin Local Board Plan, now open for consultation.

Rates 20 Jul 2020

Deputy Mayor praises leadership

Deputy Mayor and Franklin Ward Councillor Bill Cashmore says the Emergency Budget passed by Auckland Council's Finance and Performance Committee positions the city for recovery.

15 Jul 2020

Franklin's vision for the future

Residents are being encouraged to be heard on the draft Franklin Local Board Plan, which outlines the board's direction for the next three years.

Waste 10 Jul 2020

Matakawau recycling drop-off site to close

The Matakawau recycling drop-off spot, shut during the COVID-19 lockdown, is to close permanently.

Beaches 26 Jun 2020

Safety volunteers backed in local board grants

Franklin Local Board has made more than $50,000 of grants to groups working to keep people safe at sea.

Community 25 Jun 2020

Local board grants support camp, counselling, art show and more

Franklin Local Board’s Quick Response grants programme has awarded money to Camp Adair, Franklin Arts Festival, and Pakuranga Counselling Centre, among others.

Community 25 Jun 2020

Helping hand for Camp Adair among Franklin Local Board grants

Franklin Local Board has made a grant to the popular YMCA Camp Adair at the foot of the Hunua Ranges.

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07 Apr 2026

Robotics & coding workshops

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09 Apr 2026 - 17 Dec 2026

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15 Apr 2026

School holidays in the Square

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18 Apr 2026

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11 Feb 2026 - 11 Dec 2026

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05 Mar 2026 - 23 Apr 2026

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05 May 2026 - 07 May 2026

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