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Youth / Rangatahi 8 Jun 2018

Expo aims to equip Franklin’s school leavers

Career advisors give their top tips for school leavers.

Transport 6 Jun 2018

Pukekohe Station opens after $16 million upgrade

Franklin's public transport has taken a major step forward with the opening of the upgraded Pukekohe Station.

Environment 30 May 2018

Meet Brad, our bachelor bat

This little fellow was looking for roommates – and he promised not to take up much space.

17 May 2018

Franklin to get better facilities following service centre sale

Franklin will ultimately benefit from a decision to sell the current site of the Pukekohe service centre.

Environment 15 May 2018

Award-winning Franklin farmers show how it's done

Franklin Local Board Chair Angela Fulljames is applauding Awhitu Peninsula farmers Andrew and Liisa Hamilton for their big haul at the recent Balance Farm Environment Awards.

Beaches 8 May 2018

Tapapakanga Regional Park recognised again

Tapapakanga has picked up the prestigious Green Flag award for the third time.

Food / Drink 7 May 2018

Fabulous things about Franklin

Find out what Franklin Local Board members love about the region in this new monthly series.

Plans / Projects 26 Jan 2018

Focus on Auckland's growth: Drury

A look at Auckland Council's plans to make Drury a vibrant and accessible community.

Events

16 Jun 2026 - 02 Dec 2026

BrainCharge - Central

Discover a location near you and join us for a warm, welcoming wellbeing experience - we’d love t...

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.

18 Aug 2026 - 20 Aug 2026

Tongan Language Week Storytime

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

15 Sep 2026 - 17 Sep 2026

Māori Language Week Storytime

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

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...

06 Oct 2026 - 08 Oct 2026

Fijian Language Week Storytime

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