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.
2010 Fulton Swim School Primary Schools Triathlon
Organised by a committee, under the umbrella of the Franklin Primary Principals Association, the triathlon is open to all Franklin children of primary school age, providing an opportunity for local kids to get involved with one of New Zealand's most popular sports.
Held at Clarks Beach, children aged between 8 & 10 will complete a 100m swim, 4km bike ride and 1km run, while those aged between 11 & 12 will complete a 200m swim, 8km bike ride and 2km run.
Information and entry details are available at all local Primary Schools. A medal will be presented to each child who finishes the triathlon, and a goody bag for each child entrant.
Date: Friday February 26
Location: Held at Clarks Beach
Time: Starts as 9:00am
Entry Forms & Contact: Available from your local Primary School
105 King Street, Pukekohe Contact: Judith Tumata Phone: 09 238 7575
Personalised service and fittings given here at Top Drawer Lingerie. Underwear, nightwear, summer and winter wear available. Stockists of merino and thermal wear, and New Zealand made items.
143 Bombay Road Bombay Contact: Donna McKelvey Phone: 09 2360168
A Cafe' with a difference. Cafe', gifts, beautifully made local scenery cards, photography.
Main Street, Te Kauwhata Phone: 07 826 4134
Fully licensed Outdoor areaDeli & Menu CuisineEvent CateringCooked Breakfasts Friday night eat in or takeaway gourmet pizzas
1/4 Manukau Road, Pukekohe Contact: Jennifer Phone: 09 2388263
Come and visit us at Pukeohe's new "block of shops" at No4 Manukau Road, just by round-a-bout. Fresh food made on premises - to go, or sit and enjoy with a freshly made coffee. Parking is provided at the end of the block of shops, and credit cards are welcome.
Phone: 07 8272055
The boat with a great atmosphere. Cruising on New Zealand's longest river. Group bookings 15-40 people. Exclusive to your group, licensed bar, selection of buffet cruises - cruising the calm waters of southern Lake Karapiro.
Grahams Beach to Wattle Bay
3 hour walk from Grahams Beach to Wattle Bay with the choice of stopping at Big Bay or Orua Bay en-route. Check tides.
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.
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
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 ...
Brook Road, Kauritutahi Phone: 09 303 1530
20 minute to 3 hour beach/farm walks. Historic Brook Homestead. Campsites available.
East Coast Road, Miranda Phone: 09 232 2781
Renowned migratory wading birds from home and abroad. Unique Wrybill all year round. Visitor & Natural History Information Centre. Bunkroom and motel unit accommodation.