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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.

Development 14 Dec 2018

A new future for Pukekohe

Five Franklin Local Board members have been charged with shaping a new future for Pukekohe.

Community 12 Dec 2018

Franklin community groups receive grant funding

More than $20,000 in grants has been awarded to groups working within the Franklin community.

Arts 12 Dec 2018

Waiuku art installation removed due to vandalism

A public sculpture by Waiuku artist Jae Kang has been damaged so badly that it has had to be removed.

Beaches 6 Dec 2018

Safeswim returns to Auckland with new swimming spots

Auckland Council’s Safeswim website is ready for summer, highlighting water quality around the region.

Plans / Projects 4 Dec 2018

Panuku to help shape Pukekohe's future

A regeneration programme will create opportunities in the area and help transport connections and housing.

Environment 2 Nov 2018

Franklin pest management projects help local birds

Tūī populations are on the rise around Patumahoe thanks to volunteer conservation groups.

Events

13 May 2026

Musical connections

A morning of piano, participation and community for seniors, with local pianist, Dan.

02 Jun 2026 - 04 Jun 2026

Samoan Language Week Storytime

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

03 Jun 2026

Samoan Language Week performance

A special performance by Pukekohe Intermediate's Pasifika group to celebrate Samoan Language Week.

01 Jul 2026

Matariki Kapa Haka performance

A special performance by Pukekohe Intermediate's Kapa Haka group to celebrate Matariki.

07 Jul 2026 - 09 Jul 2026

Matariki Storytime

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

04 Aug 2026 - 06 Aug 2026

Cook Island Language Week Storytime

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

16 Sep 2026

Te Wiki o te Reo Māori Kapa Haka performance

A special performance by Pukekohe Intermediate's Kapa Haka group to celebrate Te Wiki o te Reo Mā...