89-year-old Twizel developer shows no signs of slowing down
Frank Hocken, a Mackenzie District councillor and developer who helped build Twizel, says he has no plans to reduce his activities at 89.
Frank Hocken, an 89-year-old Mackenzie District councillor and Twizel-based developer, remains actively engaged in his work and community involvement. The longtime figure, who played a role in building the town, is maintaining his commitment to development and local governance without any intention of stepping back.
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‘How can anyone stop me?’: At 89, the man who helped build a town isn’t done yet
Mackenzie District councillor and Twizel-based developer Frank Hocken, 89, has no plans to slow down in 2026.