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New Pine Harbour Ferry timetable starts end of February 2016
Eight extra services every day between Monday to Thursday, and 12 additional services on a Friday.
New recycling drop-off points for Franklin
Auckland Council has finalised arrangements for two new recycling drop-off points for Franklin residents, open for business this month.
Driving permits for some west coast beaches
Recognising that driving on the beach is very different from driving on the road, the council has a permit system in place for people wanting to drive on the very popular Muriwai and Kariotahi beaches.
Awards open to Auckland farmers
Auckland Council has partnered with the New Zealand Farm Environment Trust, so that the region’s farmers and horticulturists are eligible to enter the 2016 Ballance Farm Environment Awards – with entries open until 31 October.
Spotlight on our neighbourhoods – Franklin
Home to many of Auckland’s spectacular regional parks and beaches, the Franklin Local Board area’s rural setting offers something for everyone.
Youth lead Pukekohe skate park design
Running for Auckland Council?
Want to be more directly involved in decisions that will help make Auckland a great place to live? Consider running as a candidate in the next council elections.
Rural communities take leadership
Franklin Local Board is giving its rural communities the power to run their local halls.
Events
Māori Language Week Storytime
30 minute themed sessions featuring stories, rhymes, singing and dancing.
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...
Clevedon Village Heritage Trail
This 8km walk encompasses 19 historical sites, supported by compelling history and images on a de...
Foodbasket of Franklin
This event at the Pukekohe pioneer cottage features fascinating displays reflecting the early day...
Archaeology at Hudsons Beach
Come along to discover the practical, hands-on reality of uncovering and preserving the stories b...
Field to Table: The Pukekohe Dehydration Factory
Heritage specialist Cara Francesco presents a lecture on this fascinating chapter of Pukekohe’s h...
Heritage talk: When a dream set sail
Bill Deed tells the story of why he had a dream to restore a sailing ship in Waiuku.
Fijian Language Week Storytime
30 minute themed sessions featuring stories, rhymes, singing and dancing.