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Whangarei Heads – a hidden Gem

January 7, 2013 by rosemary Leave a Comment

Whangarei Heads is 30 minutes from Whangarei, New Zealand's most Northern City.  It is not on the road to anywhere else, so most people don't know about it. But it is one of my favourite spots in New Zealand, and most summers I try to spend some time there. The drive alone is worth the visit - as it hugs the harbour and its myriad of Pohutukawa lined Bays. This summer we set … [Read more...]

Whangarei, Northland

September 16, 2011 by rosemary 4 Comments

Whangarei is the northern most city in New Zealand, on the way to the Bay of Islands, or more importantly to the Tutukaka Coast (we are parochial up here) and the Poor Knights Islands.  It has a fabulous marina and some top shops, and the best sub-tropical diving. More on Whangarei here Make time to stop and stay on your trip North - here are my top picks - the Google Map … [Read more...]

Whangarei Heads – magical playground in Northland

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