WELCOME
Welcome to the district
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ongratulations on choosing to live in beautiful Franklin district where residents enjoy a wealth of lifestyle options and are part of a friendly, vibrant community with a mix of fine man-made facilities and stunning natural heritage. From its public amenities and facilities for many different interests through to its rural and waterfront playgrounds, the district provides good reasons to make it home. Embracing land reaching from the Awhitu Peninsula in the west to Hunua and Umupuia/Duders Beach in the east, Franklin is bounded by rural landscapes and beaches. To the south lies Waikato, and Hamilton city, just 50 minutes away from the top of the Bombay Hills, which are regarded as the gateway to Auckland city in the north. Franklin’s horticultural and farming roots still dominate today. Early Maori and colonial history is well documented with the Karaka Museum, Glenbrook Railway and Tuakau & District Museum also providing insights to the past. 4 – Settling In 2021-2022
With the motorway running through the centre of Franklin, access to the north and south is effortless. Recent and ongoing redevelopment of transport links include widening of the Southern Motorway between Takanini and Papakura and the building of a walkway from Drury to Takanini. The motorway is now being widened to three lanes between Papakura and Drury and electrification of the railway line between Pukekohe and Papakura is to start shortly. While the area enjoys country quietude, Franklin is growing fast with many new subdivisions. New residents are encouraged to visit information and community centres. Do take advantage of local restaurants – you’ll find plenty to titivate the palate. Visit local markets and make the effort to take part in community events such as local agricultural and pastoral days, vintage shows and sports days. Most of all just enjoy your new home – you are living in a wonderful part of New Zealand!
