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Having a calf? Send us your details!

As parents with children at our rural schools would know well, raising a little lamb, chickens, calves or kids, for that matter, is no...

New energy for power co

Fresh energy is set to bolster Counties Energy’s board. Dr Cristiano Marantes, an energy and infrastructure executive, has now taken a seat at the...

Cartoon: a gift horse

Even the wealthiest of Franklin's suits and gumboots brigade need to be sure not to look a gift horse in the mouth as the...

Opinions wanted on pay-to-use roads scheme

Mayor Wayne Brown is urging Aucklanders to provide feedback on three shortlisted options being considered for a future Time of Use Charging motoring scheme. Engagement...

Jessica Holliday – artist at work

Local artist, Jessica Holliday recently exhibited at the Auckland Art Show for the first time. She says the show was an amazing experience. “The show...

Foryth Barr establishes firm bonds in Pukekohe

Investing in local people has encouraged investment firm Forsyth Barr to take a seat at Franklin’s table. Last week, the investment specialists celebrated joining the...

A sign saga…

Locals who have driven down Station Road, Pukekohe, recently may have noticed the eye-catching road signs reading: ‘Please slow down, my dad works here.’ The...

From the Editor: One size fits?

From the law to education, health, business and politics, our society’s organisations and institutions either appeal to or aim to represent Joe (or Jenny)...

New Takanini bridge – Baker, Bishop cross over

Takaanini Station’s new pedestrian bridge has been officially opened, giving locals a safer way to cross the railway. Auckland Council Transport and Infrastructure Delivery Committee...

Missing teen – have you seen Laquan?

Police are asking for the public's help finding Laquan, reported missing from the Papakura area. The 14-year-old was last seen at approximately 5pm on Monday,...