Destination North Auckland | 5
Kaipara steeped in history
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Atiu Creek became a regional park in 2006 after being gifted to the nation by Jackie and Pierre Chatelanat. The couple had TRAV EL farmed the property for decades and wanted to ensure that all TIP A New Zealanders could enjoy access to the Kaipara Harbour. shing on the le hanging Protection in perpetuity of the cultural and heritage values of usually roadside is the area was also their priority. The park, which is located on an to com invitation the Okahukura (Tapora) Peninsula, is managed and operated e in by Auckland Council. It is brows and e. home to the NZ dabchick, brown teal and the North Island brown kiwi. The Kaipara is steeped in both Maori and European history, and some of these stories are best told at museums in Helensville and Matakohe. The harbour was once an important commercial link to Auckland and many a ship was wrecked on its treacherous bar during this period.
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