Puni Workshop is a mechanic at 322 Waiuku Road in Puni, Franklin, rated 4.9 from 40 Google reviews. Reviewers praise the quick, affordable WOFs and practical advice, and note that the Malaysian couple who run it speak English and Mandarin fluently.
A WOF in New Zealand covers the safety basics — brakes, tyres, lights, suspension, steering and rust — and plenty of fails come down to small things like blown bulbs, worn wipers or soft tyres, so a five-minute check at home beforehand can save a recheck trip. A good local mechanic tells you what needs fixing now and what can wait, rather than piling on extras, and that honesty matters as much as price in a rural area where people rely on their vehicles daily. Regulars book in before the WOF expiry so there's room for any repairs a fail turns up.
For drivers around Puni and Waiuku, it's a handy local stop for a WOF or everyday repairs.