Kapiapia Rock Info, Auckland

Auckland is New Zealand's largest city, located on the North Island. With a population of approximately 401,500 within the city boundary and 1.25 million in the greater Auckland area, this represents about one third of the population of the whole country.

Bayswater is a suburb of North Shore City which is located in the Auckland Region of New Zealand's North Island. Bayswater lies on a peninsula which juts into the Waitemata Harbour. According to the 2001 census, Bayswater has a population of 2,310.

Bayswater Point Devonport is an historic seaside village in North Shore City on New Zealand's North Island. Bayswater Point Devonport is an ideal place from which to visit Auckland. It is located on the northern shores of Auckland Harbour and is a 10 minute ferry trip or 15 minutes by car to downtown Auckland. Stroll  to the beach and golf course or along the waterfront to Devonport Village with its unique seaside atmosphere, fine restaurants, cafes and art galleries

Birkenhead Point, with its sweeping views of Auckland city, is an ideal base for holidays or business in Auckland. This maritime suburb is just 10 minutes by car or ferry to the central city.

Cambridge is known as The Town of Trees, situated on the bank of the Waikato river on New Zealand's North Island. Cambridge is world-acclaimed for its Stud Farms. It has a restful and peaceful ambience.

Devonport is a harbourside suburb of Auckland, New Zealand. In 2006 it had a population of 11,142.

Herne Bay proudly flies both the prestigious European Blue Flag and the yellow and blue Seaside Award, over its safe clean beaches. Wildlife also love the clean seas in the bay and bird and seal-watching Wildlife Sailing trips leave from Neptune's Arm.

Lake Karapiro. Formed by the last of eight hydroelectric Dams on the Waikato River. Rowing, Hydroplane's, Swimming, Water Skiing, Picnicking. Its all here. Lake Karapiro has developed over the years into one of New Zealand's Premier water sport venues. Rowing, Dragon Boat racing and hydroplanes all enjoy this uniquely sheltered waterway.

Mount Eden or Mt. Eden is the name of a volcano and surrounding suburb in Auckland City, New Zealand, situated five kilometres south of the city centre.

Cradled by Bastion Pt on one side and Paritai Drive on the other, it's as peaceful a spot as you'll find on the bustling waterfront. Not for Okahu Bay the cafe strips of Mission Bay and St Heliers. Commercial activity is confined to a Mr Whippy van, parked near the changing sheds in the middle of the bay at weekends.

Helensville, South Kaipara Heads. Because it is within easy commuting distance of Auckland City, Auckland's North Shore, West Auckland and the new Albany development, and because of comparatively low property prices, Helensville has become an attractive place for residents wanting to get away from city living. People view it as having the best of both worlds - a quieter, small town pace of life in a rural atmosphere, but combined with close proximity to all the facilities offered by the country's largest city.

Takapuna Beach is just a few steps from the bustling but laid-back shopping centre of Takapuna. It not only offers beautiful views across the harbour, fine white sand and safe swimming but also some excellent examples of lava-encased fossilised trees--covered by one of Auckland's many volcanic eruptions, 150,000 years ago. From Takapuna Beach you can walk south to Narrow Neck Beach or North to Milford Beach. Both walks are best done at low tide.

Thames is an historical town situated between the calm waters of the Firth of Thames and the majestic ranges of the Coromandel. Thames is a great place to base yourself when visiting the Coromandel Peninsula. Most places on the Coromandel are within 1 to 1.5 hours drive from the township and of course there's lots to keep you busy - whether you enjoy browsing through our numerous and varied speciality shops, delving into Thames' colourful history, participating in some of our sporting activities or experiencing our beautiful forests and coastlines.

Waiheke Island is the second largest island (9,324 hectares) within the Hauraki Gulf. It is 26 km long and 19 km across at its widest point, with rolling hills that reach 230 metres at the highest point. Its name translated means cascading waters which refers to the waterfalls now within the Whakanewha Regional Park. It is a unique island settlement close to Auckland with a resident population of about 7,000 spread out around the numerous bays and beaches mainly grouped at the western end.

Waihi is one of the most famous gold mining towns in New Zealand, the history of this pioneering period is apparent everywhere. It differs though from other parts of the region in that still today a rich goldmine is in full production, hiding behind leafy slopes behind the main street. For those who favour the simple life, with amenities of course, Waihi is ideal. The town has a compact shopping and accommodation area, with not a mall in sight. Old wooden buildings guard the corners, high noon without the guns. A short drive east of the town, Waihi Beach is a safe beach with white sand, shells and sea fishing.

Raglan is best known for its surf. Eight kilometres from the Raglan township is a series of surf breaks including Indicators, Whale Bay, and Manu Bay. Manu Bay was featured in the 1966 movie The Endless Summer.

Point Chevalier is a suburb and peninsula in the west of the city of Auckland on New Zealand's North Island.

Piha is a coastal settlement in northern New Zealand. It is one of the most popular beaches in the area and a major day-trip destination for Aucklanders throughout the year, although especially so in summer.