| Areas of West Auckland and the Waitakere
Ranges Coastal Parklands |
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| Auckland's Coastal Rainforest Beaches, Valleys, Villages & Townships |
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Titirangi is a picturesque village nestled on the ridge overlooking Auckland's twin harbours of the Waitemata to the east and the Manukau to the west. Enjoyed by Auckland visitors wanting more than a city experience, the village forms a gateway to the Waitakere Ranges Regional Parkland. Here you willl discover a vibrant artistic community with cafes, art galleries, gift shops, boutiques, and a world-renowned golf club only 20-30 minutes from the city |
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Wind your way from
Titirangi along bush-covered hills and valleys to the tranquil, private
beaches of the Manukau Harbour, including Cornwallis, Kaitarakihi,
and Laingholm and Huia, and to the wild west coast surf beach of Whatipu.
On your way, you'll discover picturesque villages, artists' studios
and the renowned Laingholm Takeaways and Huia Store for excellent
fish and chips & ice creams |
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Dramatic location with black
iron sand and pounding surf. Watch stunning sunsets over the Tasman
Sea or walk along meandering streams, through rainforest trails to
exotic waterfalls. A popular destination for surfers and visitors
being only 45 minutes from Auckland City. Tour buses pick up from
the Auckland central hotels. |
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Exotic location for the movie
'The Piano' - black sand dunes, surf beach, and waterfall and renowned
for annual beach horse races. Access from Piha Road or Lone Kauri
Road. A treat for the movie buff and Auckland visitor |
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Location of 'Zena' TV series
- popular for picnics, beach walks and surfing. Mobile cafe open during
summer season. Romantic and rugged, Bethells Beach - also known as
'Te Henga' is perfect for a picnic or beach walk. |
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Accessed from both
Scenic Drive or West Coast Road this delightful semi rural area has
a charming history. Settled by European vitners and orchardists this
lovely spot is worth a visit to the exotic 'Landsendt Gardens' or
a special beauty treatment at 'B Gorgeous' or to find delicious fresh
fruit for your picnic lunch. |
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Along Scenic Drive from Titirangi is this majestic ridge location surrounded by the 16,000 hectares (4100 acres) of pristine rainforest
. Aptly names the views from the ridge over the rainforest hills and valley make your escape from the city worthwhile. Here you'll find the Arataki park information centre and the renowned boutique lodge 'Waitakere Park Estate' |
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A picturesque rural district dotted with farm houses, vineyards and crafts. This is approximately 15 minutes' drive from Titirangi Village or via Henderson Valley Road, Henderson (off Gt North Road). |
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Through Henderson Valley via Candia Road, the Swanson area is now a popular area for artists and craftspeople. |
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The North West motorway (Hwy 16)takes you to this rich horticultural district with many well known vineyards and orchards. Fresh fruit and vegetables can be purchased direct from the growers. |
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Muriwai Beach |
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Black sand beach and gannet colony makes this an ideal photographic location. Golf at Muriwai Golf Course. Take Muriwai Road at
Waimauku (Hwy 16). |
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A large shopping precinct and mall at the foothills of the Waitakere Ranges and the home to vineyards, restaurants, Corbans Art Gallery and the Aquatic Wave Swimming Pools. |
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At the start of Titirangi Road, New Lynn links the Waitakere Ranges by rail to Auckland City and is approximately eight minutes' drivefrom Titirangi. This vibrant precinct includes the New Lynn Shopping Mall and most NZ major banks.. |
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West Auckland and the hinterland region of the Waitakeres, offer a diverse experience within 30 minutes of the central city. Wine tasting at Henderson and Kumeu wineries, surfing, bush walks and art gallery at Piha Beach, the spectacular scenery of Bethells Beach, swimming in peaceful harbour side bays of Cornwallis or Kaitarakihi, fish and chips by the bay at Laingholm, a round of golf or a choice of cafes in Titirangi, hiking through rainforest trails beside meandering streams, or picnics beside cascading waterfalls in the magical Waitakere Ranges, Auckland's coastal rainforest park. |
