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Kai Iwi Lakes - the place to camp this summer.

Posted 21/12/2007 by Jenny

Three freshwater dune lakes that are renowned for their beauty and clear visibility.  Picnic areas, walks, sheltered camping sites and water based activities are recreational features of the Kai Iwi Lakes reserve.

A Perfect Family Day

Posted 21/12/2007 by Jenny

Whangarei-based writer Kirsty Hughes takes her family on a day trip to remember. Read on

Waipu Christmas Carols - there will be room at the Inn!

Posted 21/12/2007 by Jenny

There are not many Church services where you have to turn up an hour early to get a seat. But such is the popularity of the annual Waipu Community Carol Service, that in past years arriving an hour early was the only way to get a seat. 

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Golf, Art, History, Food and Wine - what’s your passion?

Posted 19/12/2007 by Jenny

There’s something to suit everyone’s taste in Northland - take a look some of Northland’s great golf courses.  How about some time exploring some historic sites? Immerse yourself in the region’s local art scene. Combine any or all of these with the scrumptious food and wine on offer - subtropical paradise.

Kaiwaka Christmas Fantasia

Posted 19/12/2007 by Jenny

Late night travellers on State Highway 1 heading through Kaiwaka are mesmerized by the glow from this ‘little town of lights’, now there’s an even brighter glow with a splendid display of Christmas lights. Take time out of your trip over Christmas to wander around this twinkling grotto amongst the elves, reindeer, nativity scenes, angels, snowmen, giant candy canes, Santa and all the other festive characters that Christmas memories are made of.

There will be a special visit to the garden by Santa and a couple of his elves with a big bag of lollipops this Friday night (21 December).

NorthlandNZ.com offers online booking capability

Posted 23/11/2007 by Jenny

The next big step for our award-winning visitor website is now a reality – an online booking function.

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Sand surfing - giant sand dunes at Te Paki!

Posted 16/11/2007 by Jenny

How’s this for excitement?

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Spectacular view of 90 mile beach

Posted 16/11/2007 by Jenny

We’re always on the lookout for great shots of Northland on the web. Whilst on flickr, we stumbled accross this great shot of a family outing near 90 mile beach, see what else you can find!

Northland’s best kept secrets

Posted 16/11/2007 by Jenny

How many of these ‘must see’ places have you visited lately? Have a look through some hand picked ‘must dos’ for Northland.

Palmco, Kerikeri wins at Ellerslie.

Posted 16/11/2007 by Jenny

Kerikeri company wins Supreme Award at the Ellerslie Flower Show.

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