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Fabulous FRANKLIN 2 FABULOUS FranklinF r a n k l i n It’s been a privilege Welcome to Fabulous Franklin – a special We hope you enjoy reading all about what publication from the team at Franklin County Franklin has to offer – and take pride in News and Fairfax Media which celebrates just how living and working in such a neat part of awesome this wonderful district is. New Zealand. It’s been a pleasure putting this great read Enjoy! together – and it’s reinforced to me personally, and Julie Kaio the entire team, what a privilege it is to work in News Director fabulous Franklin. Contents 3: CITY SAVVY WITH COUNTRY CHARM – and a district rich in history. 21: SPOILED FOR SPORT – activities aplenty in Franklin. 4 -7: ALL ABOUT PUKEKOHE – a popular town with so much to offer. 22-23: MY FRANKLIN – Kaiaua and Miranda, nature’s playground. 8 -10: ALL ABOUT TUAKAU – country living with all your need catered to. 24: SO MUCH HISTORY – Waiuku’s fascinating past. 11: A TOWN REVISITED – a taste of rural New Zealand with a rich past. 25: MY FRANKLIN – the majestic and stunning Hunua Ranges. 12-14: WHAT MAKES FRANKLIN SO FABULOUS – 10 questions with 26-27: OPTIONS APLENTY – fabulous education opportunities in Franklin. Andrew Bayly, Kendyl Sullivan and Andy Baker. 28-29: MY FRANKLIN – beautiful Big Bay. 16-17: MY FRANKLIN – world famous for its fabulous ice creams. 30-31: SO MUCH HAPPENING – a district that takes pride in having a 18-19: ALL ABOUT WAIUKU – it’s a vintage life. good time. Sales Franklin County News Area sales manager: Pamela Ryan 217 King Street, Pukekohe, Auckland Sales co-ordinator: Angela Dunn Private Bag 14, Pukekohe 2340, New Zealand Sales consultants: Mohit Sharma, Paxton Conder and Charlotte Editorial Durham Editor: Julie Kaio Design A Fairfax Media publication. Writers: Natalie Polley, Lee Gilliland, Main cover image: Angela Dunn - Clear Light John Boynton and Alice Parminter Photography Our overall vision for the school is to encourage students to strive for excellence in our four cornerstones (kete) of achievement - academic, sporting, cultural and social/service. FOR INFORMATION OR AN ENROLMENT PACK email [email protected] phone 09 236 8521 ext 109 visit us Elizabeth Street, Tuakau website tuakaucollege.com FABULOUS Franklin 3 Franklin – city savvy with country charm A district rich in history Franklin is an adventure and outdoor paradise, relaxed and unspoiled. It offers a host of activities to suit all ages and abilities, and spectacular scenery, from the rugged west coast to peaceful rural backdrops, wonderful beaches and idyllic picnic areas. Several spots are uniquely Franklin and well worth a visit. Manukau Heads lighthouse The lighthouse was built in 1874 and has been meticulously refurbished and rebuilt using pieces from the original building. It has been relocated to a site beside the 1865 Manukau Heads Signal Station, offering amazing views of the turbulent waters of the Manukau Heads and Bar, where the HMS Orpheus ran aground in 1863, and to Auckland. A replica lighthouse opened in The picturesque Manukau Heads lighthouse. 2006. Open seven days, entry by donation. See www.manukauheadslighthouse.co.nz Pioneer Memorial Cottage Glenbrook Vintage Railway Heritage Trail Built in 1859 for the Martin family of Ramarama Take a nostalgic 15km trip through the countryside aboard the lovingly restored steam train. The railway Follow a heritage trail through Waiuku and relive by John Martyn and garrisoned British troops. In 8km north of Waiuku operates from Labour Weekend the past at the pioneer museum. Nearby, the 1965 it was gifted to the borough to commemorate to Queen’s Birthday Weekend on Sundays and most Glenbrook Vintage Railway takes passengers on a the Pukekohe centenary and moved to its present public holidays. See www.gvr.co.nz 12km journey through the countryside on a lovingly site in Roulston Park, Pukekohe. Open on the fi rst restored steam train. For more information visit the and third Sundays of the month, 11am to 3pm or Waiuku Visitor Centre, King St. by appointment. Alexandra Redoubt Tamakae Reserve, Waiuku The Alexandra Redoubt in Tuakau was built in July The George Doherty Green on the Tamakae 1863 by The 65th Regiment on a hill above the Reserve is home to a cluster of heritage buildings Waikato River immediately following the invasion of including Hartmann House, which houses an arts Waikato, to secure control of the lower reaches of the and crafts co-op selling quality gifts; the Maioro river and protect the supply lines of the invasion force. Creamery; and a Waiuku lock-up. A swamp kauri It is the best preserved of all the military posts. carving, Tamakae, stands at the entrance to the Tuakau & District Museum reserve. Legend has it that Tamakae won the The museum opened in 1987, in the old Post Offi ce heart of a beautiful chieftainess over his brother building. Open Sundays from 1pm to 3.30pm, and Tamakou, and from then the place was named The Glenbrook Vintage Railway is a by arrangement for tour groups and school parties. Waiuku. Open seven days. popular attraction. Dinner theatreatits best - Check the website for dates WINNER of Rural Cafe of the Year Breakfast/Lunch – licensed OPEN 7days8.30am -4.00pm 64 Jesmond Rd,Karaka Ph (09) 294 6687 Email:[email protected] www.redshedpalazzo.co.nz Weddings-Birthdays or anyspecial Occasion AU-7416126AA 4 FABULOUS Franklin The town is stocked with boutique-style shopping in its main street and a busy central business district. All about – Pukekohe A popular town with so The Warehouse, multiple other chain stores and even more dining options. much to offer For family entertainment, Pukekohe is also home to Cinema 3 – a locally owned and operated three- As New Zealand’s fastest growing secondary urban screen complex featuring the very latest in digital area, Pukekohe not only offers excellent residential technology. options and recreational opportunities, but also access to the goods and services available in much Pukekohe Train Station is on the North Island larger centres. Main Trunk Railway and is the southernmost station Although known for its fertile volcanic soil of the Auckland rail network, at the end of the and warm moist climate that supports a large southern line. The southern portion of the line between Papakura Pukekohe is known for its rich soils and horticultural and dairy farming industry, the town and Pukekohe is not electrifi ed, so diesel shuttles onion production. is also stocked with boutique-style shopping in its main street and a busy central business district. connect Pukekohe with electric trains at Papakura. In the main street, King St, the town square There are many schools in the Pukekohe area, provides a great spot to relax with the family, and including Pukekohe High School, Pukekohe dotted along the street you’ll fi nd shops providing Intermediate School and the primary schools: everything from sporting goods and sewing needs Pukekohe East School, Pukekohe North School, Puni to homewares and fashion, plus banks and cafes. School, Valley School, Hill School, St Joseph’s School, Up the road is the Pukekohe Plaza that boasts Pukekohe Christian School, KingsGate School and a Farmers store, alongside more shops and dining Paerata School. options. Wesley College in Paerata is famed for its excellent You and your family will fi nd you never need to rugby players – including former old boy Jonah Lomu. venture out of Pukekohe – as it’s all here. A bit further afi eld, you’ll fi nd Bombay School, The Zone shopping complex on Manukau Rd, Ramarama School, Karaka School, Te Hihi School The V8 Supercars returned to Pukekohe in 2013. Pukekohe’s industrial and commercial hub, features and ACG Strathallan College. Spanish Tapas Restaurant Supplying quality animalfeed Trading Hours to Franklin for 60 years! Saturday &Sunday Brunch -10:30am to 3pm Tuesday to Sunday Dinner -5pmtill late P: 09 238 1607 *15Queen Street *Pukekohe W: www.pocoloco.co.nz E: [email protected] PROUDLYMAKING STOCKFOOD SINCE 1957 295 TUAKAU ROAD,PUKEKOHE •09238 9414 •www.hrisken.co.nz AU-7395940AA Est 2004 FABULOUS Franklin 5 Attractions you’ll discover in Pukekohe Sports mad? services or health. There are plenty of arts events held Pukekohe’s ECOLight Stadium is home of the in the area, including the biennial Franklin Children’s Counties Manukau Steelers. Arts Festival and the annual Franklin Arts Festival. The re-designed Pukekohe Park Raceway is a The showgrounds motorsports and horse-racing facility. It will also be As the town is an equine and farming hub, Pukekohe’s the site of the inaugural Stampede Music Festival on A&P Showgrounds is home to the annual A&P Show March 4, 2017 featuring LeAnn Rimes and American that takes place in February, with horse, beef and dairy Idol winner Scotty McCreery. It opened in 1963 and this The Counties Manukau Steelers are based at cattle on show; alongside wood chopping, indoor circuit is famous for having hosted the New Zealand Pukekohe’s ECOLight Stadium. exhibits, trade displays and entertainment. Grand Prix 29 times between 1963 and 2000, as well as the V8 International between 2001 and 2007. The The shopping V8 Supercars event was moved to Hamilton for five There is no need to head out of town to do your years, but returned to Pukekohe in 2013. shopping. In fact Pukekohe is fast becoming a Pukekohe also has a thriving netball centre and if shopping destination – where people come here you are keen on tennis, Counties Tennis Centre has to shop. Why not? The town has everything, from decided to open six of its 20 courts for free public high-end fashion boutique stores to budget-friendly access.