Ready to switch off?
Are you ready to turn your lights out on Saturday night?
From 8.30-9.30pm on Saturday 27 March, lights will be switched off around the world as people participate in Earth Hour. Is your business or household participating?
Mayoral Challenge Proves Popular Once Again
Last night’s Franklin Bike Wise Mayoral Challenge saw 835 participants jump on their bikes, trikes, tandems and unicycles to show their support for Franklin and compete against the big cities.
The Auckland Transition Agency is holding a competition to come up with the best logo design. Entry is open to everyone – school students, professional designers, mums and dads
Franklin’s Top Jockeys Switch To Pedal Power
Franklin’s top jockeys will be a little out of sorts at Pukekohe Park Raceway on 23 February when they switch from four legs to pedal power.
Mayor issues bike challenge to Franklin
The race is on again for the coveted title of New Zealand’s Most Cycle Mad District.
Bike Wise Month Here
This February is Bike Wise Month and Franklin residents are being invited to experience the joys of cycling once again.
Minister of Local Government Hon Rodney Hide has declined Franklin District Council’s application to become a unitary authority.
Work Progressing Well On New Roundabout
Franklin District Council’s roading contractors are working hard in sizzling temperatures to complete the new roundabout at Pukekohe’s Harris Street and John Street intersection.
Waiuku CBD Makeover – Take 2
The new year will see a new look for part of Waiuku’s CBD. Stage two of the Waiuku Town Centre redevelopment will begin on 11 January.
Franklin’s Youth On Board
The Franklin Youth Advisory Board is an exciting first for Franklin, aimed at encouraging the youth of our community to get involved and make a positive difference for the community.
Changes To Building Consenting Processes
Building consenting processes are being streamlined through changes recently adopted by the Government to the Building Act 2004. |