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Community 12 Mar 2019

Residents urged to speak up about speed limits in Franklin

Franklin Local Board members are urging residents to have their say on proposed speed limit changes in the area.

Plans / Projects 8 Mar 2019

Board on the right path

Beachlands projects combined to get savings.

Beaches 6 Mar 2019

WATCH: The Manukau Harbour's stunning beauty

A place of such beauty, in need of our protection and care.

Arts 5 Mar 2019

Kate Sheppard ribbons come to life in art

Team up and move the Kate Sheppard ribbons in a new interactive sculpture by artist Jae Kang in Pukekohe.

Community 1 Mar 2019

Council waste grant funds Waiuku Tool Library

A new library in Waiuku is forgoing books in favour of power tools and DIY equipment.

Environment 28 Feb 2019

Hunua pest numbers at record low

Pest numbers in the Hunua ranges are at an all-time low following a pest control operation completed last year.

Environment 20 Feb 2019

Franklin Local Board urges storm readiness

Local board chair Angela Fulljames says there are many things residents can do to prepare for the bad weather tipped to hit Auckland.

Beaches 30 Jan 2019

Kawakawa pontoons back in action

The Kawakawa Bay Boating Club ramp is fully back in action after damaged caused in last year's storms.

Events

09 Oct 2026

Franklin Positive Ageing Expo

Come along to discover local services and activities, meet new people and enjoy live stage perfor...

10 Oct 2026

Author Talk: Robyn Pearce

Discover true pre-Civil War American history with a quirky Kiwi time-travelling twist.

11 Oct 2026

The valley that fed a city

You are invited to walk the new Clevedon Village Heritage Trail, a self-guided walk connecting 19...

18 Oct 2026

Rotary ALLFIT Coastal Fun Run

One of the most spectacular coastal fun runs in the Auckland area! 

03 Nov 2026 - 05 Nov 2026

Diwali Storytime

30 minute themed sessions featuring stories, rhymes, singing and dancing.

08 Dec 2026 - 10 Dec 2026

Christmas Storytime

A  great opportunity to encourage an interest in books, while building language and literacy skills.