Environment

Yellow-legged hornet fight enters critical stage

The fight to eradicate the yellow-legged hornet in Auckland is entering a critical phase, with warmer weather increasing the risk of any surviving queens...

Andy Baker: droning on!

Some of the latest technology is helping ensure some of Franklin’s original residents, survive and thrive. Auckland Council is expanding the use of drone technology,...

Fed Farmers want clarity on visitor spending levy

Federated Farmers has cautiously welcomed National’s campaign promise to reset International Levy spending but says the details will determine its support. Federated Farmers conservation spokesperson...

New drought plan in place

Auckland has a plan in place in case of drought this summer as well as healthy water stocks, but shorter showers and refraining from...

Bright idea, bright kids?

Local schools are among the first 500 nationwide set to benefit from the Solar on Schools programme. Recipients in the Franklin Times coverage area are:Tuakau...

Harbour health strategy

A new strategy, Revitalise Manukau Harbour, will set a course for a healthier, thriving Manukau Harbour, Auckland Council expects. Adopted by Auckland Council’s Policy, Planning...

Gold no good

A gold rush it may be, but not the type that’s welcome anywhere near a steel mill. Biosecurity New Zealand has confirmed the presence of...

Pipe work clogs roads

Disruptions around Pukekohe will continue as Watercare runs into challenges with its installation of a new four-kilometre pipeline. Sections of the pipeline are being installed...

Papakura forest a living history

Part of Papakura’s living history was celebrated in Red Hill recently. Each year parents and whanau of children born in Papakura in the past year...

Scholarships fuel future climate leaders

The University of Waikato’s world-first Bachelor of Climate Change continues to attract students from around the globe, with two of the three 2026 Tower...