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.














Clarks Beach is a beachside paradise in the heart of franklin
by Gautam Narayan Serves 2 - 4 What makes a great Paella? In Spain, Paella is a dish that awakens passions - Spaniards take pride in their national dish! They believe a great Paella has three requirements: 1. A short grain rice, preferably Spanish, sold under the...
Duder Regional Park features a lush colour palette everywhere you look.
Layers of land and sea, looking from Manukau Heads to the southern shore of the Waitākere Ranges across the inlet.
Enjoying a cuppa at Umupuia Beach, looking out towards Waiheke Island in the east. Photography credit: Dom Thomas
Fun fact: Āwhitu Peninsula is, geologically speaking, a massive sand dune – hence its dramatic valleys and proclivity for erosion.