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Best playgrounds in Whangarei
Town Basin Whangarei When it comes to places to take your little ones to for a play there is ample choice in Whangarei. With 36 playgrounds…
by Donna YorkeNov 22 No comments -
Sightseeing – Auckland to Whangarei
How to get from Auckland to Whangarei The fastest route from Auckland to Whangarei takes you along State Highway 1. The 2-hour journey is around 160 kilometres long, though it…
by Donna YorkeNov 11 No comments -
Kamo Heritage Trails – Boswell Street – Town Centre
KAMO is a Maori word meaning ‘eyelash’, or meanings associated with the eye such as ‘eyelid’, ‘wink’ or ‘blink’, but it has also been said to mean ‘to bubble up’,…
by Donna YorkeNov 11 No comments -
Kamo Heritage Trail – The Wider Kamo Area
Hurupaki Mountain was clear of trees when Maori constructed their large pa site there. They terraced the slopes to provide flat areas on which to build their houses. About 70…
by Donna YorkeNov 11 No comments -
Best beaches in the Whangarei region
Closest to town, the magnificent Tutukaka Coast is home to numerous beaches and bays. When it comes to beaches, we are pretty spoilt in Whangarei. To…
by Donna YorkeJul 29 No comments -
Hatea Loop Track
Experience the Hatea Loop track in Whangarei Ever since it’s official opening in 2014, the Hatea Loop has quickly become one of the most popular spots for locals and tourists…
by Donna YorkeJun 18 No comments -
Botanica Whangarei
Discover the land of exotic plants at Botanica Whangarei Nature enthusiasts will get their fair share in Whangarei with various parks, gardens and nature exhibits in close proximity to the…
by Donna YorkeJun 14 No comments -
Whangarei Quarry Gardens
Whangarei Quarry Gardens – a subtropical oasis of tranquillity With New Zealand’s subtropical climate and beautiful landscape, you can find Botanical Gardens pretty much anywhere in the country. However, the…
by Donna YorkeJun 14 No comments -
Parihaka Scenic Reserve
Heading up Mount Parihaka from Dundas Rd Exploring Mount Parihaka Scenic Reserves in Whangarei The ancient volcano overlooking Whangarei has played a significant role in the…
by Donna YorkeJun 12 No comments