Thursday, June 4, 2026

Walks & Tourism

Hololio Estate walk, Clevedon

Times Team -
By David Mallowes A walk around the Hololio Estate in Clevedon combines river views, open countryside, the 1892 Hololio House, gardens, and the polo...

Visit to Auschwitz provides a glimpse into evil

Chris Harrowell -
People from all over the world have visited Auschwitz, a sprawling complex located in the Polish town of Oświęcim that the Nazis used as...

Walk ‘n’ Wag – every dog has THIS day…

Kerry Lee -
By Kerry Lee Maraetai will experience a dog day afternoon but no one seems to mind. Billed as a dog-friendly, social event the Walk 'n'...

Franklin Walks: Cobourne Reserve

Helena O'Neill -
This short track takes you on a walk through Cobourne Reserve in Port Waikato. It may be a short walk, but it’s part of...

Franklin Walks: Ōpaheke Park

Helena O'Neill -
Live near Papakura and don’t want to spend too much on fuel to get to a park that offers plenty of options? Then Ōpaheke...

Franklin Walks: The Southern Path

Times Team -
Adjacent to the Southern Motorway sits a popular sealed track called Southern Path. This path is a great option for those looking to bike, walk...

Franklin Walks: Mount William

Times Team -
Mount William, just a stone's throw south of Bombay, isn’t exactly a secret, but it still feels like a hidden gem. From the summit, the...

Franklin Walks: Karaka Path

Times Team -
Looking for an easy walk with or without kids? Try Karaka Path. This is a lovely scenic walk or cycle along the Pahurehure Inlet and...

Stunning regional parks at our doorstep

Times Team -
By David Mallowes To the northeast of Franklin, we are fortunate to have many easily accessible regional parks at our doorstep – Omana, Duder,...

Franklin Walks: Five Summits Trail

Helena O'Neill -
The Five Summits Trail was established in 2019 as a permanent gift to the community by the Pukekohe Tramping Club to celebrate its 50th...
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