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External (non-Explorers) Events
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4 Track Adventures
Daily
Blast though 36,000 acre playground forest and along a wild surf beach on your own 300cc quad.
1, 2 or 3 hour 4 Wheel Motorbike Safaris. Expert tuition. All safety gear and wet weather gear provided. 35 mins NW from Auckland.
Contact details: Ph. 09-420 8104 or 0800 4 TRACK
Restall Road, Woodhill, Waitakere
fun@4trackadventures.co.nz Web page link
Arataki Environment & Heritage Centre
Daily 9am-5pm
Learn about the local natural environment and wildlife, explore first-hand a nature trail or simply soak in the stunning views. Learn about the walks and bush in Centennial Memorial Park; visit the giant Kauri in the Waitakere Ranges Scenic Drive, Titirangi.
Contact details: Waitakere Ranges, Auckland Ph. 09 303 1530
Cost per Adult: FREE
Cost per Child: FREE
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Arataki Nature Trail
The trail is 1.6km long and takes about 1 ¼ hours. It leaves from Arataki and features both regenerating and mature forest, with large kauri and great views. Signs along the way tell you about the forest.
AUCKLAND BOYS CHOIR.
Mon 4.45pm-6.30pm
Choir has 30 members aged 8-12 and they perform publically on a regular basis.Why not join a choir. Rehearsals every Monday St George's Church, Ranfurly Rd, Epsom
Contact details: Fraser Faulknor 522-4227
Auckland Bridge Climb
Daily
Walk starts on Auckland side of bridge and takes you until you are 65m above the sea. The climb may be enjoyed by everyone over the age of 10 years and is suitable for all levels of fitness. Auckland Bridge Climb operates seven days a week, year round also offering Night Climbs on Saturday nights. $125-$145
Contact details: 70 Nelson St
Ph. 377-6543
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Auckland YMCA Swimming
Sunday 1pm-4pm
How About a Swim?
Piranha-Rama at Y Swimming on Sundays 1-4pm! Run by lifeguards and swimming instructors Katie and Kathleen. Activities include Aqua-Quidditch, water fights, whoop ball, pipi rush, speed boats, water basketball and water polo plus other exciting water games. Bring your togs and join in the fun.
Contact details: Ph. 09 379 4746 Central City
ph. 570 2276 Glen Innes
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Auckland Zoological Park
Daily 9am-5pm
Come to Auckland Zoo - Activity times below
9.45am Pridelands Paddock morning feed
10.30am McDonald's Rainforest
11.45am Giraffe feed at lower platform
2.45pm Glade New Zealand Aviary
1.15pm Elephant Encounter (Wed, Sat, Sun & Pub Hol)
1.45pm Lion Enclosure (Sun, Wed. Fri)
2.30pm Tiger Enclosure (Sat, Sun Tues, Thu)
Chimpanzees retire to their night shelter at 4.00pm
$13/$10/$7
Contact details: Motions Road, Western Springs. Ph. 09 360 3819
Cost per Adult: Between $10 & $20
Cost per Child: Under $10
aucklandzoo@akcity.govt.nz Web page link
AWHITU EARTHTALK..
Last Sun of month
Guided tours of organic farm and fruit tastings.Can stay in Pohutakawa Cottage. 60 Kauri Rd, Awhitu Peninsula, South Auckland
Contact details: 09-235-1375
Awol Canyoning Adventures
Abseiling under showering moss and fern covered waterfalls, jumps, slides and caves as you explore this beautiful narrow canyon! No prior experience needed and most obstacles are optional. Includes transport, lunch and refreshments, full equipment and instructions. After the trip we stop and relax at Piha Beach for those well deserved beverages.
Contact details: Ph. 09 630 7100
info@awoladventures.co.nz Web page link
Books 'r us Bookclub
Sundays, 2pm
Book club for 6 and overs at Mt Roskill Community Library. Come along for stories, book reviews and fun. Ages 6 and up
Butterfly & Orchid Garden
Escape into the tropics, walk through an exotic garden with orchids, waterlilies and butterflies flying around you. New Zealand's first permanent tropical butterfly garden. Fully sheltered and heated, wheel chair access, drinks, souvenirs. Opening hours vary during winter season
Victoria Street, Thames (within Dickson Holiday Park, 3km north of Thames).
Contact details: ph 07 868 8080
info@butterfly.co.nz Web page link
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Canyonz
Ride Nature's giant hydroslides, only 40 mins from Auckland. Discover the blue canyon, the most beautiful gorge in the Waitakere Ranges. Explore a mysterious subtropical playground of sparkling waterfalls and deep blue pools. Transport, gear, and picnic lunch at famous Karekare Beach included. No experience needed.
Blue Canyon Costs $175 / Sleeping God Canyon Costs $235 Minimum Age is 12yrs / 16 yrs.
Contact details: Ph. 09 636 7209 or 0800 422 696
Cost per Adult: Over $50
info@canyonz.co.nz Web page link
CASCADE KAURI PARK
Stroller friendly walk, WAITAKERE.
Cost per Adult: FREE
Cost per Child: FREE
Children's Storytimes at Borders Bookshop
Saturday & Sunday 2pm
On Sundays kids even get to choose the story! An excellent kids' book section and cafe on the same floor makes for a great few hours on a cold or rainy afternoon!
Contact details: Queen Street, central Auckland. Ph. 09 309 3377
Classic Flyers NZ
10am to 4pm, 7 days a week
Come and see classic aircraft that still take to the skies, antique engines that roar into life before you, aviation memorabilia from a bygone era and so much more - all in a huge open hangar. $10 / $5 / Family $25
Contact details: Phone: 07 572 4000
8 Jean Batten Drive, Tauranga Airport, Mount Maunganui
Cost per Adult: Between $10 & $20
Cost per Child: Under $10
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Crystal Mountain - Crystal Mine Museum.
Mon-Sat 9am-5pm
NZ's largest selection of crystals and minerals from around the world for sale. Cafe.
Miniature farm is an exciting adventure with pony rides (weather permitting) and various other activities.
Contact details: Ph. 09 833 5033
80 Candia Rd, Swanson, Waitakere
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Devonport Chocolates
Daily 10am-6pm weekdays -4pm weekends
See factory in action and sample the handcrafted chocolates. Shop.
Contact details: 17 Wynyard St, Devonport 09 445-6001
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Dolphin Explorer
Daily Oct-Mar 6am & 12pm, Apr-Sep 9.30 am
Swimming with dolphins in their natural habitat. A portion of fare goes towards dolphin & whale research and protection. 4 -5 Hours of marine adventure. Learn about dolphin and whale behaviour, biology, myths and legends. Special onboard programme for children with activities, games and puzzles. University research projects carried out onboard. See dolphins, or whales, or go again FREE!
Bookings essential
Contact details: Ph. 09 237 1466
Cost per Adult: Over $50
Cost per Child: Between $20 & $50
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Eden Gardens
Daily
Once a quarry now a national showplace! One of NZ 's largest and most varied collection of camellias. It features a splendid collection of plants, mature trees and flowering shrubs. Cafe is popular serves home-baked treats daily. $5, senior citizen $3.50, child free.
Contact details: Ph 09 638 8395
24 Omana Avenue, Epsom, Auckland
Cost per Adult: Under $10
Cost per Child: FREE
eden@edengarden.co.nz Web page link
Exscite Hamilton
Daily 10am-4.30pm
Hamilton's interactive science centre - 2 floors of hands-on fun! New touring exhibition each term, plus many of Exscite's own exhibits including the ever popular Grain Pit, the Bendy Mirror, the Earthquake House and much, much more. The emphasis is on kids learning while having fun, but it's definitely fun for all ages Cnr Grantham & Victoria Sts, Hamilton. Cost Under $10
Contact details: Ph. 07 838 6553
Cost per Adult: Under $10
Cost per Child: Under $10
exscite@hcc.govt.nz Web page link
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FROG POOL FARM
Open 10am to 5pm, 6 days (closed Monday)
Not just a shop, an Adventure!
Rustic recycled matai & kauri furniture.
Tiffany style leadlight lamps.
Quality Giftware.
Saxon Telescopes
Break your journey - have a browse, relax with a tea or coffee, and enjoy the bush views from the verandah cafe.
5 minutes north of Warkworth
Contact details: Phone:09-425 9030
728 State Highway 1, Dome Valley, Warkworth
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GEOCACHING
Anywhere anytime
The fun and interesting sport of Geocaching.
It is about hide and seek with a GPS. Suitable for ANYONE who can get around, if you have a GPS that is!
See the website, happy hunting.
Cost per Adult: FREE
Cost per Child: FREE
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Glenbrook Vintage Railway and Farm Park
Sundays & Public Hols Hrly 11am-3pm
12km steam train ride. Picnic areas, food shop. Drive towards Waiuku. Farm Park Road, Waiuku, Franklin
Contact details: Ph. 09 235-8924 any day or 09 236-3546 operating days.
Goat Island Marine Reserve
Goat island is one of New Zealand's most successful marine reserves. A magical maritime world with fish swimming all around you. Rub noses with Grand-daddy snapper or simply experience the vast array of colourful marine life. You can dive, snorkel or take the glass bottomed boat out and view the marine life "dry"! Goat Island Road Leigh
Contact details: 09 422 6111
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Goldfields Railway
Daily
Journey from Waihi to Waikino and return in historic Goldfields country via diesel or steam vintage train. The scenic trip takes you over farmland, through cuttings hewn out of solid rock and affords great views of the Ohinemuri River and the Karangahake George. Souvenirs and refreshments available.
Contact details: Waihi Station, Wrigley St, Waihi
Ph. (07) 863 8251
goldfieldsrailway@clear.net.nz Web page link
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Hamilton Zoo
Daily 9am-5pm (gates close 3.30 )
Hamilton Zoo is situated within 35 acres of beautiful landscaped grounds and is home to over 550 New Zealand and exotic animals.
Adult $10 - Child $5 (2 - 17yrs) - Family $30 (2 adults & up to 4 children) - Senior Citizen $7.50 - Beneficiary $7.50 - Tertiary Student $7.50
Cost per Adult: Under $10
Cost per Child: Under $10
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Hawaiian Hula Dance and Exercise
Monday 7 - 8.30pm
Hawaiian Hula Dance and Exercise at Browns Bay Community Centre
Contact details: 415-0600
High Zone Ropes Course
The HIGHZONE high ropes course is located up to 15 metre above the ground. Try ONE or all NINE activities.
There is the Beam, Chicken walk, Heebey Jeebey, High Swing, Multi Vine, Rickety Bridge, Three wire Bridge, Trapeze and Two wire Bridge.
Contact details: Ph/Fax 07 866 2113
49 KAIMARAMA ROAD, WHITIANGA
info@highzone.co.nz Web page link
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Historic Village - Tauranga
Daily
Come and experience the atmosphere while browsing in one of the many craft shops then grab some coffee and cake or enjoy a scrumptious lunch in this pleasant and relaxing environment.
Some must sees are the Gem & Mineral shop, the Art Room, and the Wood Craft shop. There are also a great range of Organisations based at the Village.
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Honey Centre & Honey Cafe
Daily 9am-5pm
The largest live bee display in NZ. See the queen bee laying eggs or the worker bees doing the waggle dance. Huge variety of native NZ honey. Fabulous selection of bee products including pollen, propolis, beeswax, beeswax candle supplies, bee keeping supplies, gifts & souvenirs.
Contact details: ph 09 425 8003
honeycentra@xtra.co.nz Web page link
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Indoor Rock Climbing - Mt Maunganui
Tue-Fri Noon-8pm, Sat-Sun 10am -6pm
The Rock House Mt Maunganui NZ. Indoor rock climbing bouldering sportclimbing and fun. Pay once for the whole day and come and go as you please.
Contact details: Ph 07 572 4920
9 Triton Ave, Mt Maunganui
Cost per Adult: Between $10 & $20
Cost per Child: Between $10 & $20
us@therockhouse.co.nz Web page link
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Kaimai Mamaku Forest Park
The Kaimai Mamaku Forest Park is made up of two distinct areas, the Kaimai Range and the Mamaku Plateau. The Park, covering 45,000 hectares, forms a narrow barrier between the Waikato and Bay of Plenty regions. To visit the Kaimai Mamaku Forest Park is to walk through a living museum of ancient and recent history.
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Katikati - Mural Town
Only 40 minutes drive north of Tauranga City, Katikati has established itself as one of the icon destinations in the Bay of Plenty. Whether you are on the hunt for fine antiques, after a quality cafe for a spot of lunch or just wanting to stretch your legs while checking out some quality retail stores –Katikati’s the place to be.
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Kawau Island Historic Reserve and Mansion House
This is the ideal spot for picnics, swimming, bush walks and fishing off the rocks. You can go surfing the waves on the speedy Kawau Jet, or visit historic Mansion House, richly steeped in the history of the Northland region. You can also visit the island's copper mine.
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Kelly Tarlton's Aquatic & Underwater World
Daily, 9am-9pm Nov-Feb, 9am-6pm Mar-Oct
Explore the Antarctic landscape on a snow cat ride and see ice, snow and real King and Gentoo penguins. Then journey beneath the sea to come face to face with sharks, stingrays and thousands of fish.
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Kiwi 360 - formerly Kiwifruit Country
Daily
Climb aboard a KiwiKart and tour through the lush orchards, where you’ll see a huge variety of fruit and learn the enthrallingly complex process that bring the world’s healthiest fruit to your tables.
Contact details: Ph. 07-573-6340
State Highway 2, just south of Te Puke.
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Kiwi Valley - the home of Old McDonald's Farmyard
Summer Daily 10am-4pm , Winter Weekends 10-4pm
The Kiwi maze - the best place to get lost! The Kiwi Valley Equestrian Centre - horse riding for all ages. On-site Farmyard Experience - sheep shearing, cow milking, hands on animals! $9/$7
Contact details: 308 Henderson Valley Road, Henderson ph. 09 837 2952
Cost per Adult: Under $10
Cost per Child: Under $10
oldmacd@ihug.co.nz Web page link
LEROYS BUSH WALK
Dawn till Dusk
Stroller friendly walk in Northcote
Cost per Adult: FREE
Cost per Child: FREE
Longreach Estate Ostrich Farm.
Summer holidays and weekends (from Labour Weekend)
The farm tour offers, hatchery tour, walk with ostrich, other exotic animals, product displays & tasting. Exotic products - unique cuisine and fashion items.
Contact details: 09 422 9455
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Longridge Fun Park
Daily
...for an action - packed ‘true kiwi experience’ in the stunning New Zealand outdoors visit award winning Longridge Fun Park, midway between Tauranga and Rotorua, Bay of Plenty
Contact details: Freephone: 0800 867 386
316 State Highway 33, Te Puke,
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Manaia Maori Culture Group
Daily
Auckland Museum, Admission to museum is Adult: $15.00 Child: $7.50 Concession: $11.25 (students with ID, seniors and ISIC, YHA and VIP card holders). Performance is no extra, but on first serve basis unless you book in advance.
groupbookings@akmuseum.org.nz Web page link
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Martha Mine Information & Education Centre
An open pit mine that produced more than $1 million worth of gold and silver each week. Guided tours available weekdays. Bookings essential. Enquire at the Information Centre for directions to the public viewing platforms or pick up a brochure, watch a video and view the displays. Seddon Street
Contact details: Waihi Ph 07 863 9880 Fax 07 863 6084
guy.spurr@newmont.com Web page link
Matakohe Kauri Museum
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90 mins North of Auckland, enroute to the Giant Kauri Trees in Waipoua Discover the story of the mighty Kauri Tree, its timber and its gum, as well as pioneering in NZ. Great displays, real exhibits, original early photographs have made this an award winning museum.
Contact details: Church Road Matakohe. Ph 09 431 7417
Cost per Adult: Between $10 & $20
Cost per Child: Under $10
info@kauri-museum.com Web page link
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Matatoki Farm Cheese
10am-4:30pm weekends, 9am-4:30pm weekdays
Unique Cheese Factory. Viewing window to production area. Sample award winning cheeses, try a cheese board or muffin with great coffee or have a picnic.
Contact details: State Highway 26 (12km south of Thames) (07) 868 1284
cheese@wave.co.nz Web page link
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Maungawhau Domain Playground
Interesting playground. Cnr Clive & Normanby Rds. Parking next to scout den.
Miranda Shorebird Centre
Renowned migratory wading birds from home and abroad. Unique Wrybill all year round. Visitor & Natural history Information Centre. East Coast Road, RD1, Pokeno
Contact details: Pokeno 09 232 2781
shorebird@xtra.co.nz Web page link
Model World
Daily 10.30am-4.30pm
Sammy Shunter train ride around lake, viewing bridges, garden and waterfall. Ships and Model Village, Merv Smith's World of trains, café
Contact details: Ph (09) 416 9282
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Morris & James Pottery & Tileworks
Mon-Fri Tours 11.30am
Morris & James Pottery & Tileworks in Matakana is famous for its rich, vibrantly coloured glazes which have a translucent quality like looking through a stream. Free tours of the factory (excluding public holidays) giving visitors the opportunity to see behind the scenes and watch the artisans at work. Café serves lunches, coffees and cakes and has a fully licensed bar.
Contact details: 48 Tongue Farm Rd Matakana 09 422 7116
admin@morrisandjames.co.nz
MOTAT Aviation Guided Tours
Sundays 1.30-3.30pm
MOTAT is proud of its outstanding aviation collection and boast of its ninety working volunteers from pilots to engineers, navigators to air crew to aviation enthusiasts who devote their time and expertise in restoring and maintaining these magnificent aircraft.
Contact details: Motions Road, Western Springs
Ph 09 815 5807
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Mount Maunganui - Mauao
Visit "The Mount". There are walking tracks around the base and up to the summit. The base track is suitable for wheelchairs (gate key available).
Spectacular views from the summit of the surrounding area. Explore the rock pools or go fishing.
Contact details: Tauranga City Council Ph. 07 5777 000
Cost per Adult: FREE
Cost per Child: FREE
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Muriwai Gannet Colony Scenic Boardwalk
August to March each year.
from parking area at Muriwai Beach to viewing platforms, allows great view of birds. Best Nov-Mar
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Museum of Transport, Technology & Social History
Daily
Motat is the largest and leading museum of transport and technology in New Zealand. $10/$5
Within its 40acre site it presents a fascinating and informative record of the many technological achievements that helped shape our nation.
Contact details: Ph 09 846 7020
805 Great North Road, Western Springs
Cost per Adult: Between $10 & $20
Cost per Child: Under $10
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Ngatea Water Gardens
Sunday to Thursday 10am-5pm (closed July )
Water gardens with wide variety of plants, birds and water features. Picnic and children's playground area. An all year round interesting garden. $7/$4 (pre-school FREE).
Contact details: Bratlie Place, Ngatea. Ph. 07 867 7275 Fax. 07 867 7260
Cost per Adult: Under $10
Cost per Child: Under $10
ngateawatergardens@xtra.co.nz Web page link
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Nikau Cave, Waikaretu
Away from the crowds and under native bush lies a kilometre of spectacular formations and thousands of glowworms. Average fitness required. Extensive gardens and farm walks. Meals available on request. Accommodation. Bookings essential. $20-$25
Contact details: 09-233 3199
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NZ Maritime Museum
Daily 9am-6pm Summer 9am-5pm winter
14 exhibition galleries with interactive activities. Boats, rides, shops, café. $12/$6
Contact details: Cnr Quay and Hobson Sts, Auckland Central ph 09 373-0800
museum@nzmaritime.org Web page link
NZ Oil Refinery Visitor Centre
10am to 5pm daily
A fascinating man-made attraction - a spectacular sound and light show that runs every half hour - and it's free.
Contact details: Ph. 09 432 8311
Cost per Adult: FREE
Cost per Child: FREE
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Otorohanga Kiwi House and Native Fauna Park
9:00 AM to 4:30 PM
45 mins south of Hamilton. Kiwis & some 50 other species of native birds and reptiles, many rare and threatened, can be viewed. Species like the great Spotted Kiwi, Kokako, Saddleback, Blue Duck and Tuatara. Large walk-through dome-shaped aviary planted out as a New Zealand rainforest habitat. Souvenir shop. Light refreshments, picnic facilities. $15/$4
Contact details: Telephone: +64(7)873-7391 Fax: +64(7)873-7356
Alex Telfer Drive, Otorohanga
Cost per Adult: Between $10 & $20
Cost per Child: Under $10
otokiwi@xtra.co.nz Web page link
Parenting Group Meetings
2nd Wednesday of month
All parents and caregivers are invited to come along to Blockhouse Bay Community Library on the second Wednesday of every month for our Parenting Group meetings.
Contact details: Contact the library to find out more.
Piako Ostrich Tours
Tours Thu-Mon Oct-May 11am & 2pm
Shop open 9.30-4pm
Farm tour viewing ostrich chicks to breeders. Meat tasting. A great selection of ostrich meats, leather goods, eggs, feathers and much more for sale.
Contact details: 311 Piako Road, Turua (07) 867 5326
PiakoOstrichFarm@thames-info.co.nz Web page link
Pride of Auckland, Sailing
Pride of Auckland operates a fleet of purpose-built sailboats on the sheltered waters of Auckland Harbour. The yachts' blue and white sails are a familiar sight on the harbour.
Sailing and Coffee Cruise's (throughout the morning and afternoon), Luncheon Cruise's (1pm-2.30pm) - popular 'picnic box' lunch.
Dinner Cruise (7pm-9.30pm) - a four course seafood dinner. Each guest gets a complimentary pass to the NZ National Maritime Museum.
Contact details: Cnr Quay & Hobson Sts, Downtown, Auckland
Ph 09 373 4557
rsvns@prideofauckland.com Web page link
PUTTSTIX Minigolf.
Daily 10am-5pm; 9pm Thu-Sat
Minigolf course with 18 fun holes in a tropical landscape. 9 Arrenway Dr, Albany.
Contact details: Ph 478-2220
Rainbow's End
10am - 5pm, 7 Days except Christmas
New Zealand's largest and friendliest theme park. 24 attractions for the whole family, including the Corkscrew Roller Coaster, Log Flume Ride, Can Am Cars, Motion Master, Goldrush, Pirate Ship, Bumper Boats, Cinema 180 and lots of rides.
Contact details: Corner Great South Road & Wiri Station Road, Manukau City, Auckland
Ph 09 262 2030
info@rainbowsend.co.nz Web page link
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Rainforest Express
Sundays 2-4.30 & 5.30-9.30pm
Time is allowed for BYO picnic tea. Gas BBQ provided. Train ride to dam, bridges, tunnels, local history, cave wetas and glowworms. $16/$8 Bookings essential.
Contact details: Ph. 0800-788-788
Jacobson's Depot off Scenic Drive, just out of Titirangi.
Cost per Adult: Between $10 & $20
Cost per Child: Under $10
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Sailing NZL40 America's Cup
Daily, Various times
Participate in sailing on an America's Cup grand prix racer. Take the helm or sit back and enjoy. 2 Hour Sailing Experience $85/$75
Children 10-14 years must be accompanied by an adult, trip not recommended for children under the age of 10.
Contact details: Viaduct Basin 0800-724-569
nzl40@sailnewzealand.co.nz Web page link
Seafriends Cafe & Marine Education Centre
Restaurant, Aquarium Education
Contact details: 7 Goat Island Rd Leigh
09 422 6212
seafriends@xtra.co.nz
Sheep World
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Sheep Show, Art & Craft Cafe. Farm consists of 28 acres of rolling hill country. You experience a close-up, hands-on view of NZ sheep farming. No trained sheep here, but extremely well-trained dogs.
Farmyard is home to miniature horses, pigs, calves, goats, sheep and lambs, roosters and chickens, guinea fowl, budgies, rabbits, ducks, and guinea pigs. You can safely feed, talk to, and enjoy the animals.
Contact details: State Highway 1 Warkworth Ph: 09 425 7444
shirley@sheepworld.co.nz Web page link
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Signal Station and Lookout - Manukau Heads Rd
View the turbulent waters and shifting shoals of the Manukau Heads, where the HMS Orpheus ran aground in 1863. Parking and toilet facilities at entrance, short stroll to viewing platform 244m above sea level - magnificent views of Manukau Harbour from entrance and bar back across to Auckland City.
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Sky Tower Jump
Sky Tower, Sky City Casino, Victoria St $195 per jump
Contact details: 0800 SKYJUMP
bookings@skyjump.co.nz Web page link
SPOTLIGHT IN THE FOYER
Tue-Fri 12.30pm-1pm
Free Lunchtime Concerts Bruce Mason Centre, Takapuna
Tuesdays - North Shore Musicians
Wednesdays - North Shore's School Groups
Thursdays - Students from Corelli School of Music
Fridays - A Range of local entertainers
Contact details: Ph. 09 488 2940
marketing@bmcentre.co.nz Web page link
Tauranga Cycling Facilities
Go tot the Council website for info about ideas for getting out and about on your bikes!! Maps available.
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Tauranga Parks and Reserves
Go to the Council website for info about Tauranga's many beautiful parks, reserves and gardens.
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Tauranga Walkways
Tauranga District boasts 27kms of walkways which are open to the public, around the coastal areas, estuary and inland reserves.
The lengths of the walks vary from short 15 minute strolls to more ambitious 2 hour hikes. More info and maps available on the council website.
Contact details: Tauranga City Council Ph 07 5777 000
Cost per Adult: FREE
Cost per Child: FREE
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Te Waka Our Great Journey
Daily Every 15 mins
Big screen digital programme in Pacific Discovery Theatre at National Maritime Museum.
Contact details: Cnr Hobson & Quay Sts. Ph 09373-0800
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Thames Gold Mine Tours
Daily 10am-4pm
Offers guided tours underground and through the Stamper Battery, a photo museum, gold panning, gold and souvenir sales.
Contact details: Cnr Moanataiari Creek Road & SH25 (07) 868 8514
rskeet@xtra.co.nz Web page link
The Elms Mission House
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This delightful example of Georgian architecture dates from the early 1840s. Kauri logs from Coromandel forests were pit sawn by resident carpenters. Come and see this Historic Places Trust Category 1 building.
Parking is available at the gate.
Contact details: Ph. 07 5779772
The Elms is situated on Mission Street, Tauranga
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THE SHEARING SHED
Daily
A FUN SHOW - FREE ADMISSION. ANGORA RABBITS AND SHOP. Hug a gentle fluffy Angora rabbit and watch the shearing demonstration in the only Angora shearing shed in New Zealand. The shop specialises in Angora fibre products and other New Zealand-made products.
Main Rd, Waitomo Caves
Contact details: Ph 07-878 8371
Cost per Adult: FREE
Cost per Child: FREE
shearingshed@xtra.co.nz
The Sheep World Farm
Enjoy Sheepskin & Country Clothing Store, World Famous Sheep & Dog Shows, Animal Farmyard, Espresso Cafe, Adventure Playground, and New Zealand's Biggest Craft Co-Op. 324 State Highway One 4kms North of Warkworth; PO Box 208, Warkworth
Contact details: 0800 2 C SHEEP (New Zealand only) or +64-9-425-7444
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Ti Point Reptile Zoo
Mini zoo 27 Ti Point Rd RD5 Warkworth
Contact details: Ph: 09 422 6021
i.borich@xtra.co.nz Web page link
Van Damm's Lagoon
Consists of a small lake, swamp area and dam, fed by numerous waterfalls. Is off Mt Wellington Highway. Park in small carpark and access by Triangle Rd. A wander takes about 30 mins.
Vertigo at Sky Tower
Daily
This is a 2 hour guided tour up the inside of Sky Tower's mast. 300m above sea level makes this the highest viewing platform in Southern Hemisphere $95/$55
Contact details: 368-1917
Cost per Adult: Over $50
Cost per Child: Over $50
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Waiau Waterworks
Daily Mid Sep-early Jun 9am-5pm
Where Whimsical Wonders are Worked by Water! Laugh, Play and Delight in our wacky toys and sculptures! Relax, swim and picnic in our beautiful garden setting. A fun place for all to enjoy! Tea, Coffee, Ice Creams, Pottery. $8/$4
Well signposted 4.7km along the 309 Road, near Coromandel Town
Contact details: Ph. 07 866 7191
Cost per Adult: Under $10
Cost per Child: Under $10
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Waimarino Adventure Park
Daily
Whether the enjoyment is relaxing by the river under natural shade, or participating in gentle activity, this is the place for all family members. Try NZ’s only kayak slide or peddle around on a pedallo while the younger members relax in the warm pool, or challenge themselves on 2007’s new low ropes course.
Contact details: Ph. 07 576 4233
info@waimarino.com Web page link
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Waipoua Forest
Tane Mahuta, the giant kauri tree in Waipoua Forest. An imposing sight as you stand beneath it. It is approx 50 kms from Dargaville. Here you will view kauri trees up to 2000 years old. For the more venturesome there are numerous walks and tramping tracks within the Forest.
Contact details: Visitor Information Centre.
Waitakere Tramline Society
Sundays
End of Christian Rd, Swanson
Waitakere Tramline Society runs tram trips along a narrow gauge bush tramway up to the Waitakere Dam.
Contact details: For more information and bookings phone 836 0900
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Watertaxi Tours
Tours of Viaduct harbour, cruises and functions on the harbour.
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West Auckland Historical Society
Second Sunday 10am-12md
Ever wanted to learn more about the winemaking and timber milling history of Henderson? A guided walk of the Corban Estate and the surrounding area with members of the West Auckland Historical Society. The second Sunday of each month. $5 per person. 10am - 12pm. Tour starts at the Mill Cottage, Henderson. Bookings essential,contact Corban Estate Art Centre.
Contact details: Corban Estate Art Centre, 426 Great North Road, Henderson
Ph:838 4455 Fax:838 4488
info@ceac.org.nz
Whangaparaoa Railway
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Train Rides on Narrow Gauge Railway, snack bar. 400 Whangaparaoa Rd Whangaparaoa
Contact details: Ph 09 424 5018
mail@rail.co.nz Web page link
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Whangarata Zoo Park
Daily 10am-5pm
Large collection of birds and animals - lions, baboons, monkeys and farm park animals. Free gas and wood BBQ facilities. Flying Fox and trampoline for the kids. $5/ $2
Contact details: Ph. 09-236 8202
Ridge Rd (off SH 1 at the top of the Bombay Hills - Take Ridge Rd/Nikau Rd)
Cost per Adult: Under $10
Cost per Child: Under $10
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Wilderness Gems
Daily 9am-5pm
Over 1000sqm displaying gemstones, crystals, minerals, fossils and shells. Lovely jewellery made of gemstones, jade, bone and shells. FREE ADMISSION.
Signposted off State Highway 2 13 River Road, Ngatea, Hauraki Plains
Contact details: Ph 07 867 7417
enquiries@wildgems.co.nz Web page link
Wiri Rambler
Sundays 12md-4pm
Starts at the Visitors Centre and Takes passengers around Auckland Regional Botanic Garden. Cost $2/$1 per round trip
Cost per Adult: Under $10
Cost per Child: Under $10
Woodlyn Park
Daily Show 1.30pm
Come Join Billy Black. An hour of hilarious fun involving the audience in bringing our pioneer history alive on stage. From live log explosions to dancing pigs, kiwi bears and the farm animals of today. This is the craziest show in New Zealand that everyone is talking about. Drive Yourself Jet Boats: the only place in New Zealand where you get to drive a jet boat on a specially designed jet sprint course. A total of 1.5km of pure adrenaline.
barry@woodlynpark.co.nz Web page link
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