If a district is measured by its range of experiences, then Franklin is the ultimate lifestyle destination combining relaxed country living with savvy city style, all just a short drive, south of Auckland.
Waikaretu Contact: Phillip and Anne Woodward Phone: 09 233 3199
Nikau Cave is less than 90 minutes drive southwest of Auckland, New Zealand, and has thousands of glowworms and amazing formations, but no crowds.
68 King Street Pukekohe Contact: Diana Cussen Phone: 09 238 7019 09 237 3101
Buying or selling your home in Franklin? Barfoot & Thompson. the trusted name in Real Estate. For personalised, friendly, proactive service with results call Barfoot & Thompson.l
Cnr Massey Ave / Roulston Street Pukekohe Phone: 09 2370005
Developers, Investors and Entrepreneurs work with EFDT to grow the economy of Franklin. EFDT also supports the development of tourism and events in the District and works with Franklin District Council and Tourism Operators to develop a unique visitor experience for locals and visitors.
Situated in Bledisloe Park Phone: 09 238 9057
Suitable for weddings - conference (up to 80 people). Adjacent to Bledisloe Park for photos etc. Large working kitchens. Tastefully decorated. Secure well lit parking (120).Happy to accommodate your every need.
595 Front Miranda Road, Waitakaruru Phone: 07 8673055
1 hr South East of Auckland. Unwind in the Southern Hemisphere's largest outdoor thermal mineral pool. Sit in the Sauna / Spa pool and feel the stress melt away. Private thermal mineral spa pools.
14 Harris Street Pukekohe Phone: 09 238 6089
Our aim to to ensure that each student is treated as an individual and is catered for in an interesting and supportive learning environment. Throughout our website is detailed information relating to the many educational, social, sporting and cultural opportunities that are available.
2141 Awhitu Road, Pollok Contact: Phil Jordan 09 2351699 Deborah Illingworth 09 2352052 Phone: 09 2352225
The Pollok Arts and Crafts Co-op presents arts and crafts mainly from the Awhitu Peninsula. These range from fine art, glassware, ceramics, jewellery, fabric art, right through to cards and organic foodstuffs.
Franklin A&P Showgrounds, Station Rd, Pukekohe Phone: 09 238 8773
The showgrounds comprise 50 acres close to the town centre. A two day Garden & Craft Show is held on the weekend prior to Labour weekend, and the annual A&P Show takes place on the third Saturday of February and the preceding Friday, with horse, beef
Tamakae Reserve Contact: Anita Phone: 09 235 8201
September to March, soak up the vibrant atmosphere, try the delicious array of foods and have a wine on the wharf as you listen to great live music.Relax into every weekend at the WAIUKU TWILIGHT MARKET!
Manukau Heads Rd
The Lighthouse was first built in 1874 and has been meticulously refurbished and rebuilt using pieces from the original building. It has been relocated to a new site beside the Manukau Heads Signal Station platform which has been on this site since 1865. Amazing views of the Manukau Heads and Bar can be seen from this view point.
Ghezzie Rd, Waiuku Forest
13km south of Waiuku, at the mouth of the Waikato River is the Waiuku Forest. Owned by Crown Forestry and managed by New Zealand Forest Managers, the forest covers 1508 ha and is planted in Pinus Radiata.Also at the forest is the New Zealand Stee