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Kaitaia Pou Whenua markers for Shop Local favourite Paihia Hauai Trust, Te Rawhiti Helena Bay 19KM Petrol station Don’t miss Oakura 27KM Russell 73KM Whangarei Route EV Charging Art gallery Walking track KAWAKAWA To Whangarei Fishing charter Surfing Swimming 1 Whakapara Find more at northlandjourneys.co.nz OCT 2019 Can you keep a secret?

Follow these seemingly forgotten roads (Russell Coast Route) as they wind through Northland’s coastal Must Do’s Oakura Bay Taupiri Bay Water Taxi landscapes. Take your time and uncover 6 13 19 Explore the many hidden treasures along the way. A popular holiday destination Secluded with shady pohutukawas, A great way to explore islands or especially for those into boating and a sandy beach and rock pools... it’s connect to Russell, Paihia or Deep Get out of your car somewhere nice and fishing. Amenities include boat access, another classic Northland beach Water Cove on the Cape Brett Track. head down a walking trail, or down the Rich in history, if this coastal route could fuel, fish & chips and a handy shop. hideout. Limited parking, be safe beach or on a low tide walk around the rocks. Seriously, the coast and coastal talk it would tell tales of early Māori when pulling off the main road. 20 Te Uenga Bay native forest environments here are settlements, colonial settlers, whalers Oakura Fish Dive & Cruise A picturesque little bay in the Bay of 7 amazing. The more you look the more and missionaries. It could also let slip Fishing charters from the sheltered Elliot Bay Islands offering a car park and beach 14 you’ll see. tales of happy fishermen and kiwi holiday Whangaruru Harbour can be Perfect your sand castle making access. makers that frequent this coast in modern customised for beginners through to technique at this beautiful surf Paroa Bay Winery Art 21 times. experts. Best to pre-book before you beach surrounded by private land Nestled in a beautiful setting, Paroa Reveal the artist within yourself and arrive as they get busy. with camping options. Bay Winery is a boutique vineyard create a masterpiece of your own, But you must discover and experience perhaps in a notebook, or in the sand on Whangamumu Whaling producing traditional handmade, this journey for yourself, it is not for us Russell Forest walks 15 the beach, a dusty rear window even. If 8 Station Walk sustainable wines. Cellar door and If you tire of beautiful, sunny, sandy not, pop into the Helena Bay Gallery and to give away one of Northland’s best kept This whaling station was the luxury accommodation available. beaches, sneak off to the peaceful see how great NZ artists have interpreted secrets. Just be sure to have fun, we only one in the world that caught won’t tell anyone. Russell Forest and lose yourself in 22 Orongo Bay this unique environment. nature. There are stunning walks, whales with nets. Nestled into one The beach has a long coastal streams, native trees, birds and views of Northland’s most picturesque boardwalk through mangroves. Fresh air The Gallery & Cafe Helena Bay Hill 1 of the . harbours, a safe boat anchorage Accommodation options including The secret to success on this journey is Hidden in the bush, but surrounded by and only a one-hour walk from the Holiday Park. all about taking your time. This isn’t the beautiful subtropical gardens, discover Whangaruru Harbour road. Access by private boat or the quickest route to and from the Bay of 9 great art by leading New Zealand artists This sneaky harbour is quietly tucked Whangamumu Track on Rawhiti Russell Historic Township 23 Islands but it is arguably the best route. in this unique gallery setting. And don’t away from the masses. It offers peaceful Road. It is no secret that Russell, (formerly Grab an ice cream, find yourself a nice miss, right next door, the fully equipped sheltered water, safe anchorage, places known as Kororāreka), was once pohutukawa to sit under and simply relax. cafe with deck views, making this the to swim, fish, picnic and explore. referred to as the ‘hell hole of 16 Rawhiti perfect stop to refresh, regroup and Te Rawhiti is a small beachfront the Pacific’. The first permanent Tohu Whenua are places around restock. The Farm New Zealand that matter to us. 10 town in the Bay of Islands, and European settlement and sea port in A 1000 acre working dairy farm and is a holiday haven with beautiful New Zealand. The real secret is that Northland has nine ‘Tohu Whenua’ 2 Helena Bay / Te Mimiha Bay holiday base - bring your boats, – places rich in historical or cultural Heading north this is the first taste of beaches, spectacular views, sailing, Russell after all these years retains boards, bikes, friends and horses, or fishing and water sports. Also charm, character and warmth as a significance. Visit www.tohuwhenua.nz the coast, a great sheltered swimming simply use theirs! Stay in the farm beach with giant pohutukawas and a starting point for the Cape Brett destination. house, cabin or tent, build your own walk. little carpark. Pompallier Mission wilderness camp. Prior booking 24 Situated in a beautiful waterfront Teal Bay / Ngawhai Bay recommended. Cape Brett Walk 3 17 setting in Russell, this French made Just over the hill from Te Mimiha Bay, Get out on geographic limb, the Northland Dive printery and tannery combines Teal Bay offers sheltered swimming and 11 Cape Brett walk offers a 16km Escape to dive locations within the Bay momentous Māori and Paheka history, fishing with more holiday homes. rugged, bush clad track with of Islands and Poor Knights or even exceptional coastal views ending glorious gardens, and hands-on fun. Ngahau Bay lesser-known but equally stunning at the Cape Brett lighthouse 4 sites. Prior booking recommended. Okiato This very secluded rocky bay down the and hut. 25 Site of NZ’s first capital (1840-1841), end of an unsealed road is also the start Bland Bay / Whangaruru Peninsula before it moved to (then of the Paparahi Point Recreation Reserve 12 18 Oke Bay Whangaruru Harbour on one side, Picture perfect beach right at the Wellington). Today, the only visible Pacific Ocean on the other. A great remnant of the former capital at this Mimiwhangata Marine and Coastal start of the Cape Brett walk. place to park up and get in the water. important site is the old water well. Reserve Accommodation and camping options. 5 This longer unsealed drive rewards the Keep your eyes and ears peeled; it’s a

patient driver with spectacular beaches, great place for a kiwi encounter. and stunning walks. Unsuitable for campervans, instead pack your tent or

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