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.
Garden Ramble - Waiuku District Combined Churches
A fundraiser for Toolbox Parenting Course for Waiuku families. Visit 10 unique gardens around the Waiuku District.
Date: Saturday 13 February
Time: 10:00am - 5:00pm
Cost: Programmes $15 each or family $25 for a programme (Includes light refreshments and musical entertainment at Leafy Hollow)
Location: 10 unique gardens around the Waiuku District
Contact: Tickets from Waiuku Post, Bowen Street Smithies, The Plant Smith of Waiuku, Collingwood Road OR Contact Pauline on 09 2352990
54 Pokeno Road, Pokeno Phone: 09 2336108
Pokeno School still maintains the country ambience and is reflected in those who attend and support the school, the warmth, the attitude and acceptance of who we are.
108 Kohanga Road, Te Kohanga Contact: Percy & Nancy Phone: 09 232 8798 Freephone: 0800 474 8375
Whether you're looking for a fun family day out, a corporate team building exercise or simply a unique way to enjoy New Zealand's diverse countryside, Riverland Adventures offers a fun, safe and exciting selection of quad bike safaris.
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.
30A Davies Road, Ramarama Contact: Sharlene Camp
El Campo is set in a beautiful rural location in Franklin's Drury Hills. A 30 min drive to either Auckland City or International Airport. This strategic spot is also just minutes off the Southern Motorway for those heading South.
Matakawau Rd (opposite Catholic Church)
The Matakawau Scenic Reserve is now complete with a footbridge over Opoia Creek and a boardwalk across the church land to link up with Hatton Road Reserve.
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: 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.
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 ...
Hampton Downs Road, Hampton Downs, Te Kauwhata Phone: 09 280 6590
80 NEW luxury self contained apartments, each with 2 king double bedrooms (each with split options), spacious living area and balcony overlooking the Motorsport Park. Fully equiped kitchen, laundry, high-speed data connection, Sky Digital TV, and ample parking.