Nov 5, 2025 | Franklin Stories, waiuku
Born in 2011 through the Waiuku Business & Development Association and local car clubs, Steel ’n’ Wheels quickly became a flagship celebration of Waiuku’s character. Rooted in the town’s connection to New Zealand Steel – an industry central to Waiuku’s growth and...
Nov 5, 2025 | Franklin Stories, waiuku
Gautam NarayanOwner of Nourish Holistic Nutrition Among the dairy fields of Waiuku, Gautam Narayan has created a holistic health oasis. And it’s open to all. Just meeting Gautam is nourishing. From that first moment, it’s clear this is a man in service to those around...
Sep 14, 2025 | everyday elsewhere, waiuku
September 14th. Live music, like spring, brings renewal and fresh energy – encouraging us to get out of the house, shake off the winter blues, reconnect, and enjoy the vibe at the local.For a small but bustling town, Waiuku’s got plenty of this going on. On...
Sep 8, 2025 | Franklin Stories, waiuku
Nestled between Manukau Harbour and Karioitahi Beach, Waiuku (meaning “brown water”) is a quirky township with a rich history. The Kentish Hotel, Waiuku’s social focal point, is New Zealand’s longest-standing tavern, and its walls are decorated...
Nov 21, 2024 | Franklin Stories, waiuku
It all started – unofficially – back in 2009 when Waiuku resident Ian Scobie was having trouble accessing the estuary from his house because of the proliferation of mangroves. “I have to be a bit careful here, but he unofficially took some out,” says Tony...
Nov 12, 2024 | Franklin Stories, growing, waiuku
Blue Borage is a Franklin-based consultancy that teaches the art of making exquisite compost. Katrina Wolff describes herself as an accidental kitchen garden consultant, an edible garden coach and a soilpreneur. She works with businesses, schools, homes gardeners...
