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Onerahi Heritage Trail
The closing of the Onerahi Railway and dismantling of the wharf in 1933, as well as WW2 marked a significant change in the character of Onerahi. The development of the…
by Donna YorkeMar 11 No comments -
Onerahi Heritage Trail – Early Onerahi
Onerahi/Onerahirahi has a rich history of settlement and development with significant Māori heritage sites and later interesting and diverse European development shaping the area. The name Onerahirahi (‘the beach of…
by Donna YorkeFeb 18 No comments -
Spectacular coastal views from the top of Mt Aubrey
Part of an ancient chain of now extinct volcanoes, Mount Aubrey towers over the Whangarei Harbour in close proximity to its better-known cousin, Mount Manaia. Though much smaller than Manaia,…
by Donna YorkeFeb 14 No comments -
Where to spot a Kiwi in Whangarei
“Kiwi” by denisbin is licensed under CC BY ND 2.0 The iconic New Zealand bird is known to be shy and elusive. Coming out only at…
by Donna YorkeNov 25 No comments -
Things to do at Heritage Park Whangarei
Ulrich Lange, Bochum, Germany [CC BY 3.0]Whether you’re local or are just browsing through, Heritage Park Whangarei is a great place to visit and spend some…
by Donna YorkeNov 25 No comments -
Best Picnic Spots in Whangarei
Quarry Gardens Picnics are a great way to spend some quality time with loved ones, whether they are friends or family. Being in the outdoors can…
by Donna YorkeNov 25 No comments -
Best Walks in the Whangarei district
AH Reed Memorial Park Whangarei has got a stunning scenery that is best admired on foot. Several walks and tracks throughout the entire district are waiting…
by Donna YorkeNov 22 No comments -
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
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