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Sunrise over Wairoa Valley in Clevedon.

Photography Credit: Dom Thomas

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The Coast With The Most

The Coast With The Most

Along the northeast coast of Franklin lies the Pohutukawa Coast – a series of bays, cliffs, and rolling hills sprawling from Beachlands to Maraetai, which are covered in – as you could have guessed – monstrous pohutukawa trees. The Beachlands and Maraetai townships...

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A Horticultural Heartland

A Horticultural Heartland

A decade ago, master nurseryman Graham Windross was looking for fresh pastures for his business to flourish. He settled on the green fields of Clevedon. Graham WindrossExecutive Director at Zealandia The major Zealandia Horticulture greenhouse facility now nestles on...

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Waiuku Inlet

Waiuku Inlet

The Franklin Paths Programme is a community-driven initiative that will enhance connectivity, reduce the need for vehicle use, and promote a healthier lifestyle for Franklin's residents and visitors. Waiuku's estuary has seen – and will continue to undergo –...

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Franklin’s Top Spots

Franklin’s Top Spots

1. Maraetai Beach My favourite beach in Franklin (not too far ahead of Karioitahi) where you can do everything from swim and relax to launching the boat. 2. Manukau Heads Lighthouse Located at the tip of the ancient Āwhitu Peninsula, the lighthouse gives amazing views...

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Compost Queen

Compost Queen

Blue Borage is a Franklin-based consultancy that teaches the art of making exquisite compost. Blue Borage Composting Solutions in Waiuku Katrina Wolff describes herself as an accidental kitchen garden consultant, an edible garden coach and a soilpreneur. She works...

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Franklin Hop

Franklin Hop

Franklin Hop 2026 returned to Clarks Beach, attracting motorists from across the country for a day in the sun.

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