Walks & Tourism

Wattle Downs North Path walk

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Looking for a different view of the Manukau Heads? Try heading north to Wattle Downs and walking the Wattle Downs North Path, a popular...

Find a walking group for you

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Keen walker David Mallowes offers suggestions about fun and interesting routes people can take to get some exercise and enjoy the area in his...

Franklin Walks: Paerata Rise

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Weaving around and through Paerata Rise is a network of trails for walkers and cyclists. Paerata Rise is designed to be both walker and cyclist...

GVR – no slow coach to Fieldays

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They travel by trains and automobiles – not often by plane! – but some will arrive in finer style. Providing vintage train travel to...

Hololio Estate walk, Clevedon

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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

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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…

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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

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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...
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