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About Whangarei

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Poor Knights Islands, Tutukaka Coast

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Rowing at the basin

About Whangarei

About Whangarei

Up & Coming Events.

Up & Coming Events

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News & Media Releases.

News & Media Releases

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From sand dunes to volcanic cones, from rolling pasture to craggy headlands fringed by picturesque Pacific beaches, our environment supports people producing fine foods and wide ranging art works, busy professionals and talented youth, all in a classic kiwi lifestyle.

Culture & History.

Culture & History ›

The pristine harbour and coastline is the dramatic setting for Maori and maritime history Read More

Maps of Whangarei District.

Maps of Whangarei District ›

View interactive maps of the Whangarei District. Read More

Nature and Environment.

Nature and Environment ›

Seascapes with dramatic headlands, pristine beaches and tidal estuaries, native forests and fertile valleys - an ecosystem supporting diverse wildlife... Read More

Location.

Location ›

The Whangarei District covers the south eastern part of the region that is known as Northland. Read More

Climate.

Climate ›

Blessed by a warm climate, reliable rainfall and plenty of sunshine hours Whangarei has a sub-tropical feel where t-shirts and sandals are in vogue year round. Read More

Economy.

Economy ›

Variety is the essence of this thriving economy. From agriculture to art, fishing, boat building and forestry - Whangarei is the business hub of Northland. Read More

Arts.

Arts ›

Art comes naturally in this inspirational environment, supporting more practising artists than any other region in New Zealand. Read More

Population and People.

Population and People ›

Productive yet laidback, the 80,500 people of Whangarei put work and play together on the bottom line measure of their modern, socially and ethnically integrated lifestyle. Read More