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 Action-packed professional football |
17 Beasley Avenue Penrose Auckland 1006 New Zealand +64 9 526 0888 http://www.warriors.co.nz/ |
Since they joined the Australian National Rugby League competition in 1995, New Zealand's only team in the event has promised much, but is experiencing a long hard slog to the top! Last season they made it to the final "Top 8" for the first time. When the Warriors do click, the quality of play is exceptional. A loyal following turns out regularly at Ericsson Stadium, to cheer them on. Look for tickets between March and October. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Burn those calories |
468a Manukau Road Epsom Auckland 1003 New Zealand +64 9 630 9235 / +64 800 24 6246 http://www.bodsinmotion.co.nz/ |
If you don't have the time to sweat it out at the gym, don't fret. Let the gym come to you - or at least the equipment. Bods rents out high quality gym equipment to hone those muscles. With treadmills, cross-trainers, rowers, and bikes to choose from, get your equipment delivered at your doorstep. A personal trainer will keep in touch with you for advice and feedback. So bid goodbye to that paunch. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Reserve in Greenlane |
Manukau Road Maungakiekie Auckland 1003 New Zealand +64 9 630 8485 http://www.cornwallpark.co.nz/ |
Presented to the city by Mayor Sir Logan Campbell in 1901 to be maintained as "a place of public resort for the recreation and enjoyment of the people of New Zealand", Cornwall Park retains the rural character of early Auckland with grazing cattle and sheep. Cornwall Park features a popular tea house located in the restored Huia Lodge Visitor Centre and Acacia Cottage, Auckland's oldest house (1841), moved to the Park in 1920. The Auckland Observatory is located near the Manukau Road entrance to the Park. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Hop on--hop off service |
671 Great South Road Penrose Auckland 1006 New Zealand +1 800 43 9756 http://www.explorerbus.co.nz/ |
This is the ideal way to take in the highlights of Auckland with full commentary. Buses depart from the Ferry Building (on Quay Street) every half hour, and go on a loop--alight and re-board as often as you like at the city's biggest attractions. They offer a complimentary pickup from Auckland Airport and South Auckland Hotels and Motels. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Living colonial history |
Bells Road, Lloyd Elsmore Park Pakuranga Auckland 1706 New Zealand +64 9 576 9506 http://www.fencible.org.nz |
Auckland's colonial past (1840-1880) comes to life in this museum of living history, where characters in historical costume recreate life in a 19th century settlement. Authentic buildings number over 30 and include a store, church, forge, settlers' houses, sod and raupo cottages. Live Day, the third Sunday of each month (except December), includes a regimental march and military manouvers, plus a working blacksmith. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Public Swimming Pool |
29 Lagoon Drive Panmure Auckland New Zealand +64 (0) 9 570 9777 |
The Panmure open-air swim centre is a popular destination with students and young families seeking recreation, through to those people swimming for fitness. With three large pools, including one with outdoor high and low diving boards, a water slide, large spa pool and children's area, Panmure Lagoon is just good clean fun. A wide range of swimming classes are available for all levels. Also on hand is a complete weight room. The clientèle is diverse, the cost reasonable and the premises are always tidy and well looked after making Panmure Swimming a pleasant experience. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 A challenge in the country |
State Highway 2 Maramarua Auckland New Zealand +64 (0)9 232 5702 |
Barely 45 minutes south of Auckland City sits this sometimes challenging country golf course. With a few steep hills and many strategically positioned trees, this is truly a course for the straight hitter. But, then again, a good slice is useful from the tee on the par four 16th. A couple of nasty lakes are probably full of balls, as are the paddocks directly across State Highway 2. A small pro shop sells balls, tees, clubs, and other accessories. Bookings are recommended on the weekends because of club days and competitions. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Windsurf school and hire |
Misson Bay Beach Front Auckland, NI 1005 New Zealand +64 (0) 9 521 7245 http://www.windsurfauckland.com |
What better way to enjoy harbor front recreation than to windsurf! A visit to Mission Bay is further justified by taking advantage of this exhilarating sport while enjoying the views of volcanoes all around. The folks at Mission Bay Watersports offer expert instruction, wetsuit hire, a good range of sailboards, and advice on where to sail December through April 31. Other rentals include, banana tubes, jet skis, wakeboards, kite surfing, and Kayaks. The cost is realistic and well worth the investment for those beckoned to the wind and waves. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fantastic views |
Cornwall Park, 203 Greenlane Road Auckland 1005 New Zealand +64 9 630 8485 |
Sadly, the eponymous pine tree at the summit had to be removed following several attacks on its 105-year-old trunk. Known by Maori as Maungakiekie, or hill of the kiekie vine, One Tree Hill (elevation 183 metres) is a 20,000-year-old scoria cone offering exquisite views over central Auckland and surrounding areas. Located in Cornwall Park, One Tree Hill was heavily fortified in Maori times and has the remains of extensive earthworks and terraces. The summit is accessible by car or walking track. Admission is free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Historic Onehunga |
87 Church Street Onehunga Auckland 1006 New Zealand +64 (0)9 979 2333 http://www.doc.govt.nz/Communi... |
Onehunga means "landing place" in Maori and has a rich history of both Maori and European settlement and trade. The Onehunga Heritage Walk visits a variety of early colonial-era buildings including settlers cottages built in the 1850s, a defensive blockhouse built to protect Auckland during the Land Wars of the 1860s, and an assortment of early hotels, churches and factories. Be sure to visit the Pump House, built in 1888, which still provides crystal clear spring water to Onehunga residents. The walk takes about four hours. Collect a brochure detailing the walk from Auckland Visitor Information Centre. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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See the city sights |
42 Boakes Road Mount Wellington Auckland 1006 New Zealand +64 9 570 2661 |
Half, full, and two-day tours are on offer. The Auckland City Sights Tour (three hours) allows tourists to take in the city's highlights including Mount Eden, Queen Street, Mission Bay, and the Harbour Bridge. The four-hour Rainforest Experience Tour visits the Waitakere Ranges in West Auckland. A bush and beach walk are included. Both half-day tours can be taken together - in the Best of Auckland Tour. There are also one and two day tours to the Coromandel Peninsula, southeast of Auckland. All this, in the comfort of ten-seater mini coaches! Children under 14 are charged at half the price on all half and full day tours. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Golf Course |
120 Abbots Way Remuera Auckland New Zealand +64 (0) 9 524 5147 |
Nestled in the heart of Auckland's eastern suburbs, the Remuera Golf Club provides easy access for the golf enthusiast without time to travel great distances for their game. The folks in Remuera, a bastion of the well heeled, expect and receive a lovely space to test their game and practice their swing. Easily meeting these demands, with a well-stocked pro shop and qualified teachers available, a visit to this club is a treat. The grounds are superb and the ambiance dignified at this eastern bays golf course. Membership to club, or membership of an affiliated club required. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Sail the Waitemata |
P.O. Box 106267 Auckland 1005 New Zealand +64 9 359 5987 http://www.sailingnz.co.nz/ |
SailingNZ offer a number of options for those wishing to get out onto the Waitemata Harbour. 'Learn to sail' courses run for all ages from intermediate age school children through to adults. Corporate and group sailing packages are managed as well as casual cruising for visitors to Auckland. Courses introduce basic sailing and boat handling skills, seamanship, safety, weather and knot-tying. Casual trips explore the harbor with an experienced skipper. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Heavenly stars |
Manukau Road One Tree Hill Domain Auckland 1003 New Zealand +64 9 624 1246 http://www.stardome.org.nz |
Multimedia, lasers and a planetarium are all part of the varied "edu-tainment" available at the Star Dome, an addition to the observatory, which opened in 1967. The director is professional astronomer Ian Griffen, and after the show visitors can look through one of the observatory's telescopes at the stars (the biggest is 50 centimetres). A shop offers souvenir books, toys and posters. As well as entertaining shows, the observatory is home to research projects into asteroids. Check the web site for show schedules. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Ten Pin Bowling Centre |
525 Ellerslie Panmure Hwy Panmure Auckland New Zealand +1 800 836 746 (Freephone NZ only) |
For the bowling enthusiast, Auckland can pleasantly accommodate. The facility is clean and comfortable, reflected by its busy traffic seeking a bit of fun. Shoe hire is available, prices are reasonable and the ambiance wholesome. Peak times are busy so it's advisable to book first. Bowlers from all corners of the region represent Auckland's diverse ethnic make up and appreciation for the sport at Tenpin. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Roman Garden Deity |
42 Kenneth Small Place Auckland 1050 New Zealand +64 9 522 6826 http://www.gardenstovisit.co.nz |
This 600 square foot garden has taken advantage of every inch of space. Dedicated to Tropical and Sub Tropical Plants, the garden includes a plethora of Palms, Cycads, Cordylines, Gingers, Bromeliads, Heliconias, Aroids and ferns, Sub Tropical trees and shrubs, water plants and succulents. Also among the delights of this garden is a small pond and an aviary featuring love birds. Space for picnics can be arranged by appointment, and admission is NZD10. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Thrills and spills |
Neilson Street Onehunga Auckland 1006 New Zealand +64 9 636 5014 http://www.aucklandspeedway.co.nz |
This is one of the most popular speedway tracks in the country, and it provides entertainment for the whole family. All safety measures are taken, for crowd and drivers. The season runs from November through March. There is stock and saloon car racing, with races for modified and street stock cars. Two demolition derby were held in the last season. It is usually held once a week, on Saturday nights, with some Sunday nights being used also. So, all you petrol-heads, bring a friend. Prices vary from event to event. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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