Nov 5, 2025 | Business/retail, pukekohe
Just out of his teens William Britton bought a vintage poster for $400, and sold it for $13,500 in the US. Already hooked on treasure hunting his way around New Zealand, he’d hit upon a career. Salvage Place in Pukekohe, Franklin NZ William BrittonOwner of Salvage...
Nov 5, 2025 | Community, pukekohe
Photo supplied by Logan Soole At 19 I was skipping college to play Mario-Kart. At that age Logan Soole had done several years of community volunteering and been elected to the Franklin Local Board. Even now, in my 50s, meeting the now 25-year-old on Zoom from the UK,...
Oct 1, 2025 | everyday elsewhere, pukekohe
The Month of September. There’s no doubt that in Franklin we’re spoilt for choice when it comes to places to eat and drink, and Pukekohe is no exception.What better way to explore some of the best in town than with Pukekohe on a Platter.For the month of September,...
Sep 8, 2025 | Community, pukekohe
Situated in Pukekohe, 1 Roulston began life in 1912 as home to Franklin’s first newspaper and has been serving the community ever since. Following a quick refresh by Eke Panuku, this character building continues its legacy, offering space to host events, gatherings,...
Sep 8, 2025 | Community, pukekohe
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.
Nov 6, 2024 | Growing, pukekohe
Franklin’s Fertile Foundations The area between metropolitan Auckland and the Waikato plains has long served as a food basket: Māori valued the plentiful natural resources and proximity to trading routes; European settlers cleared the land for agriculture; and market...
