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Fish n' chips and L&P on the beach
From Ahipara to Ahuriri; Mangonui to the Mount; Paihia to Piha – New Zealand is spoilt for spots to enjoy fish and chips by the sea. Read the story . . .
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Discover the magical marine environment of the Poor Knights
It’s a pretty big accolade to have a renowned marine expert rate a dive site as one of the top ten in the world. But Jacques Cousteau picked the Poor Knights. Read the story . . .
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Ride the monster dunes in Ōpononi
In Ōpononi, on the shores of the Hokianga Harbour, there are dunes of epic proportions – more sand mountains than sandhills. Read the story . . .
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Take a walk and a dip at Whangārei Falls
Just ten minutes from Whangārei City, Otuihau Whangārei Falls is both easily accessible and classically beautiful. Read the story . . .
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Climb Whangārei’s steep and seriously scenic Mount Manaia
Mount Manaia towers over Whangārei Harbour in a cluster of majestic craggy peaks, irresistible to anyone who appreciates a dramatic view. Read the story . . .
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Experience the sea as it’s meant to be at a marine reserve
New Zealand’s marine reserves and protected areas offer visitors a unique opportunity to see fish and marine life, thriving and abundant in their natural environment. Read the story . . .
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Loved by the locals: the Kauri Coast
Do what the locals do on the Kauri Coast. Read the story . . .
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Must-do surf breaks
We've picked five of New Zealand's best surf beaches for Kiwis. Read the story . . .
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Get outdoors: 14 must-do short walks
New Zealand is blessed with so many beautiful and varied landscapes. Often the best way to discover them is on foot. Read the story . . .
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Five great days out with kids in Northland
With iconic native forest, cultural heritage and a bounty of beaches to explore, Northland offers a myriad of options for kid-friendly fun. Read the story . . .
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Kauri Cliffs Golf Course, Northland
Perched on a clifftop with sweeping views out to Mātauri Bay and beyond to the Pacific Ocean, Kauri Cliffs is possibly New Zealand’s finest all-round golf course. Read the story . . .
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Fishing Aotearoa: exploring an angler’s Eldorado
Less a hobby, more a religion, fishing isn't just a thing to do in New Zealand – it’s THE thing to do. For many anglers, New Zealand is the high church of bent rods and screaming reels. Read the story . . .
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Northland road trip: birds, bikes and bush
We cruise up the Brynderwyns, stately and elevated in our campervan. I am pleased to be fulfilling a childhood dream of travelling like a snail – taking my home with me wherever I go. Read the story . . .
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Get outdoors: five cute campgrounds on the Kaipara
The Kaipara is the largest harbour in the Southern Hemisphere. Read the story . . .
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Simple pleasures at Mangawhai
Escape the city for a weekend at a slower pace filled with simple pleasures at Northland's Mangawhai Heads. Read the story . . .
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Of the sea: surfing Aotearoa
When most people imagine their idyllic beach, they think of white sand and sun-dappled water. Surfers focus on wind and swell directions and the hidden bathymetry of the seafloor. Read the story . . .
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