Community

Urgent action called for to address homelessness crisis

New data highlights an urgent requirement for a nationally coordinated response to homelessness. The Salvation Army says it sees a need for a coordinated response...

Have you slipped over on Pukekohe’s footpaths?

By Shawna Coleman, general manager, Pukekohe Business Association It’s no secret that the ceramic tiles in Pukekohe’s town centre become a serious hazard during...

Pukekohe woman reunited with family heirloom

As far as the saying goes, good things come to those who wait. But for one Pukekohe resident, her luck was all in the hands...

Menzshed a community asset

By Stoney Burke, Tuakau Menzshed A Tuakau and district community asset has proven to be a great success; it could even be said to...

Waiuku crash victims named as mother, daughter, and niece

The community is rallying around the families of a Waiuku woman and two children who died in a crash on the outskirts of Waiuku...

Understanding legal tender

What is legal tender? Banknotes and coins issued by the Reserve Bank of New Zealand are legal tender. What does legal tender mean? Legal tender is often...

Community Hero: Sonja Mors

The Franklin Times is recognising the many wonderful people in our community who go out of their way to help others with our regular...

Waiuku Police to trial public drop-in sessions

Waiuku Police are opening up their station to the public for weekly drop-in sessions, starting this Wednesday, July 16. Counties Manukau South Area Prevention Manager,...

My Local: Orere Hall

A community’s role in managing a hall is crucial to its success, and Orere War Memorial Hall is a testament to that. The hall was...

Counties Energy boosts local projects through grants

Counties Energy is thrilled to announce the 2025 recipients of its Environmental and Sustainability Grant. Now in its fourth year, this initiative continues to energise grassroots...