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Welcome to Franklin Country

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.

 Visit the Pukekohe Business Association Website  

  www.pukekohe.org.nz  Listed under useful information as above, 1st link.

Now in Pukekohe, after many years without, our own cinema.  Cinema3 is open!  Ph 09 237 0216
Currently screening:  Hugo 2D; Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows; Happy Feet; War Horse, Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy; Slone's 2 : Unfinished business; Alvin & The Chipmunks ; Chipwrecked; The Girl with the dragon Tattoo; The Descendants.

  
Upcoming Events
Party in the Park Bayers Growers Stadium
Start Date/Time: Saturday, 27 March 2010 3:00 p.m.
End Date/Time: Saturday, 27 March 2010 9:00 p.m.
Recurring Event: One time event
Importance: Normal Priority
Category:
Festivals and Culture
Location: Pukekohe
Description:

Party in the Park

Stan Walker Australian Idol winner will be the lead act for Pukekohe's Party in the Park at Bayer Growers Stadium.  The line-up will include New Zealand's top female group, The Lady Killers, a tribute to the late Sir Howard Morrison performed by his son Howard Morrison Jnr, and rock and roll icon Tom Sharplin and locl band Moss. 

The Pary in the Park will also feature a secondary school Counties Manukau's Got Talent competition.

There will be rides and activities for the whole family, as well as food and beverage outlets.  People are encouraged to bring a blanket and sit on the field or embankment and enjoy the show.  The show will go ahead rain, hail or shine.

Corporate hospitality packages are available phone Kylie Sousa 0274 996540

Date:  Saturday 27 March

Time:  3:00pm - 9:00pm

Location:  Bayer Growers Stadium, Cnr Stadium Drive / Franklin Road Pukekohe

Cost:  $10:00 General Admission 0-14 years             $35:00 grandstand
           $35:00 General Admission 15 years +             $55:00 grandstand

Tickets:  Available through ticketek or direct at stadium 09 237 0033

Contact:  Kylie Sousa 0274 996540         or                 www.steelers.co.nz

 

       

 

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Where will you go today?

Top Drawer Lingerie

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.


Onewhero Golf Club Incorporated

Cnr Main & Churchill Road, Pukekawa
Contact: Kim Aukett
Phone: 09 233 4038

Another fine country golf course set in Franklin Country. You are welcome to come and play a round of golf, enjoy the fresh air, and end up at the 19th hole.
Beginners or experienced, try our course today.



The Village Bar & Kitchen

 
The Village Bar & Kitchen -  Come and experience the vibe, variety & vibrancy at our stunning new bar & casual dining lounge in scenic Franklin's Patumahoe.  The Village offers you a great vibe and delicious food.  Come along soak up the atmosphere in the bar or all-weather garden bar and enjoy casual dining prepared by our experienced kitchen staff.  Our authentic Italian home baked breads and sourdough pizza bases make our pizzas a very popular choice!

1 Patumahoe Road, Patumahoe
Phone: 09 236 3571
Freephone: Courtesy shuttle 027 759 5765

Come and experience the vibe, variety & vibrancy at our stunning new bar & casual dining lounge in scenic Franklin's Patumahoe. The Village offers you a great vibe and delicious food. Come along soak up the atmosphere in the bar or all-weather garden bar and enjoy casual dining prepared by our experienced kitchen staff. Our authentic Italian home baked breads and sourdough pizza bases make our pizzas a very popular choice!


Touchwood Motor Lodge

 
Touchwood Motor Lodge - Touchwood Motor Lodge is located close to Pukekohe's central business district, offering a wide range of accommodation, from small studios to spacious apartments for larger groups.  Free wireless is available, complementary laundry for guests, and each room is serviced daily with fresh towels, tea and coffee.

146 Edinburgh Street
Contact: Neil & Dilys
Phone: 0800 258348
Freephone: 0800 258348

Touchwood Motor Lodge is located close to Pukekohe's central business district, offering a wide range of accommodation, from small studios to spacious apartments for larger groups. Free wireless is available, complementary laundry for guests, and each room is serviced daily with fresh towels, tea and coffee.


Autobahn Cafe' Bombay

Mill Road Bombay
Phone: 09 236 0060

A relaxing spacious restaurant to enjoy Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner - Light Meals - Coffee
The entire menu is also available to takeaway.


  
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Lighthouse at Manukau Heads

 
Lighthouse at Manukau Heads - 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.

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.


Franklin Market @ Pukekohe

 
Franklin Market @ Pukekohe - Your fresh produce market is here every Saturday 8am - 12noon.<br /><br />Come and experience the Franklin Market @ Pukekohe - your community meeting place !

Massey Ave, Pukekohe
Contact: Roger Vincent
Phone: 09 238 8831

Your fresh produce market is here every Saturday 8am - 12noon.

Come and experience the Franklin Market @ Pukekohe - your community meeting place !


Harbour Walks

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.


Gardenza

Contact: David Brundell
Phone: 09 2353834

Welcome to Gardenza Gardens and Nursery.
A tranquil subtropical garden with 3 lakes. Transformed from bare cattle land over 25 years, the nursery specialises in exotic flowering bulbous plants. Stroll around the garden and purchase exotic delights from the nursery.


Awhitu Regional Park (ARC)

 
Awhitu Regional Park (ARC) - 20 minute to 3 hour beach/farm walks.  Historic Brook Homestead.  Campsites available. 

Brook Road, Kauritutahi
Phone: 09 303 1530

20 minute to 3 hour beach/farm walks.  Historic Brook Homestead.  Campsites available. 


Franklin Country Market @ Pokeno

 
Franklin Country Market @ Pokeno - 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.<br />New stallholders welcome.  Site fees from $15/site.  Gazebos available for hire.

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.


  
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