Saturday, May 30, 2026

Property

Real estate – ‘an abundance of caution’, QV reports

The latest report from Quotable Value (QV) shows residential property values nationwide are holding steady… or they’ve flatlined or stagnated, depending on how we...

Sweet dreams made on this

As winter settles in, the simple act of going to bed becomes more important than ever. Colder nights can disrupt sleep, tighten muscles and...

Dealer’s choice – Bishop and Brown move to grow Auckland

Ongoing development in Drury continues to provide more places to live, but Franklin shouldn’t become a sprawling suburb with little local infrastructure or workplaces. The...

House prices – no boom or bust expected

What's been falling should spring back up, but no boom is expected. According to real estate experts at Cotality, house values nationwide (including in Franklin)...

House prices – no boom nor bust expected

What’s been falling should spring back up. As Cotality reports, house values nationwide (including in Franklin) should experience modest growth until the end of...

Tips to stay toasty this winter

The Home Inspo and Design Centre is inviting people to its Warm, Dry and Healthy Homes Evening tomorrow, March 26. Homeowners will have the chance...

Local businesses come together

By Rose Fuller, Franklin Junior Journalist Over two days, the Franklin Home and Lifestyle Show offers the opportunity for locals to purchase items perfect...

Charity home back on the market

A newly built charity home in Karaka is back on the market after a previous sale fell through, giving buyers a second chance to...

Three decades of excellence

For over three decades, Eden Homes has quietly built a reputation for excellence in New Zealand’s residential construction industry. In 2025, that reputation was once...

Modern solutions for your property

Tiny Home Base has everything from compact studios to spacious retreats and work-from-home setups on-site and ready to go. Simon Bridge and Glenn Smith own...