Classic Cars, Hot Rods and Heritage Vehicles 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...
Clevedon: The Heart of New Zealand Polo In Clevedon, the elite sport of polo is given a friendly Kiwi twist. Here, nestled in the expanding rural community, everyone’s welcome to rub shoulders with the rich, famous and sometimes even the royal. The village is renowned...
Pukekohe, the high street of Franklin, showcases a handful of beautifully restored historic buildings, now home to inviting eateries and unique spots that celebrate the town’s past.
Tucked into central Franklin, Hūnua Regional Park offers space for a range of activities, including fishing, horse riding, mountain biking and tramping. But, if you're interested in a quick visit that won't leave you as puffed, consider the Hūnua Falls Lookout Loop....
Standing proudly on the tip of the Āwhitu Peninsula, the Manukau Heads Lighthouse has guided ships safely into the harbour since 1874. One of New Zealand’s few remaining timber lighthouses, it marks both a historic and emotional point on Franklin’s rugged west coast....
Ben Bayly, chef and creator of the award-winning Ahi in Auckland’s Commercial Bay, also cultivates a productive garden in Franklin, growing many ingredients for his restaurant. The Longkeeper onion, featured recently on a TV series, is one of the vegetables he often...