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.
Bike Wise Mayoral Challenge
Enjoy a great night of cycling around Pukekohe Park Raceway and family fun. Challenge Mayor Mark Ball to a race around the track. The festival-like event will feature spot prizes, free healthy snacks and entertainment.
Date: Tuesday 23 February
Location: Pukekohe Park Raceway, Manukau Road, Pukekohe
Time: 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Sate Highway 1 Papakura Phone: 09 296 2299
A relaxing spacious restaurant to enjoy Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner - Light Meals - CoffeeThe entire menu is also available to takeaway
41 Jimeda Road, Bombay Phone: 09 233 6331
A purpose built bed and breakfast. Overnight garaging for all vehicles. ideally located just 10 minutes from Hampton Downs Raceway, 35 minutes from Auckland International Airport.
49 Main Road Bombay Hill Phone: 09 236 1020
The Bracu Olive Estate, more than just an olive grove. Hearty country food as well as Italian / French mixture. Local, fresh and seasonal. Come for food, skin care available for purchase in the shop, and olive oil refinery.
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.
8-12 River Lane, Waiuku Contact: Colin Harrington Phone: 0800 Go By Kayak Freephone: 0800 Go By Kayak
We specialise in outdoor eco adventure activites for all ages. From canoeing, kayaking, caving and abseiling to mountain biking and bushcraft / navigation. Whatever your age and stage you can get involved and have fun doing all the things you thought you could only read about.
Franklin: The Centre, Pukekohe Phone: 09 238 4081
Where will you go today?Our friendly staff will help you with bookings and offer advice on all the great things to see and do in Franklin.We'll help you get there ...
Alexandra Redoubt Road, Tuakau
The Alexandra Redoubt was built in July 1863 by a detachment of the 65th Regiment. It is the best preserved of all the military posts and was built in 1863 - 64. Further information about this historic site is available at Franklin i-SITE Visitor Centres.
Contact: Hunua Ranges Phone: 09 303 1530
Displays explaining the physical features of Franklin District.Hunua Ranges (17,462 hectares) and Waharau (238 hectares)Walking, camping and picnicing opportunities, beautiful Hunua Falls. Mountain bike tracks, walking tracks.
Franklin: The Centre, Massey Ave, Pukekohe Phone: 09 238 8899
Caters to art, craft, photographic, Hobby and cultural groups. Regular exhibitions, classes and workshops are held at the centre. Gallery and shop open 9am - 4pm weekdays.
Pokeno village Contact: Roger Vincent Phone: 09 238 8831
Held every Sunday in Pokeno village from 9am - 4pm. This market is a truly country experience in the Franklin area. Set in the paddock in the main street in Pokeno.New stallholders welcome. Site fees from $15/site. Gazebos available for hire.