Franklin Local Board

Waiuku Subdivision
The Franklin Local Board is one of 21 local boards in Auckland. The local board makes a plan for your area and decides on local issues, activities and facilities. It also oversees council services and facilities in your area, including libraries and parks. The local board is made up of nine members. Members are elected to represent different subdivisions within the local board area. Two members will be elected from your area. This is a first past the post (FPP) election, so you vote by ticking the name of your preferred candidate on your ballot paper. Compare the candidates and their policies to decide who to vote for in the Franklin Local Board election.

Jobs and economy

Many councils help support local business and economic development. Some promote tourism in their area, or provide business support services and grants.

Jobs and economy

Many councils help support local business and economic development. Some promote tourism in their area, or provide business support services and grants.

  • Address unreliable internet connectivity as one of the main challenges in attracting and sustaining new businesses.

    Support the resource consents needed to ensure continuation of the Glenbrook Mill as a major employer in the area.

    Promote Karioitahi Beach as a visitor destination and promote the beach as a destination for movies and TV series.

  • Advocate for the representation of Waiuku and its surrounds as a place for present and future business enterprise.

    Improve local job opportunities and business growth within the area including tourism and community activities.

  • Support the extension of the Glenbrook railway line from its Victoria Avenue Station end to Waiuku's nearby Tamakae Reserve.

    Support the Waiuku Business Improvement District and advocate for local businesses.

    Explore opportunities for youth employment with local businesses.

  • Promoting the Waiuku Ward as a place for business investment and also offering employment opportunities for our young people.

    Use local businesses for council services where possible to support local economic development and local employment.

    West Franklin has huge tourism potential. Attract businesses that not only add economic benefit but tourism opportunities as well.

  • Address unreliable internet connectivity as one of the main challenges in attracting and sustaining new businesses.

    Support the resource consents needed to ensure continuation of the Glenbrook Mill as a major employer in the area.

    Promote Karioitahi Beach as a visitor destination and promote the beach as a destination for movies and TV series.

  • Advocate for the representation of Waiuku and its surrounds as a place for present and future business enterprise.

    Improve local job opportunities and business growth within the area including tourism and community activities.

  • Support the extension of the Glenbrook railway line from its Victoria Avenue Station end to Waiuku's nearby Tamakae Reserve.

    Support the Waiuku Business Improvement District and advocate for local businesses.

    Explore opportunities for youth employment with local businesses.

  • Promoting the Waiuku Ward as a place for business investment and also offering employment opportunities for our young people.

    Use local businesses for council services where possible to support local economic development and local employment.

    West Franklin has huge tourism potential. Attract businesses that not only add economic benefit but tourism opportunities as well.

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