Mount Puwhenua Info, Waikato

The Bay of Plenty is New Zealand's favourite holiday destination, with 100's of kilometres of white sand, surf beaches, an abundance of sunshine and a temperate environment which means you can enjoy outdoor activities all year round.

Bethlehem is a suburb on the outskirts of the city of Tauranga on New Zealand's North Island. It is situated on State Highway 2, 6kms west of the city centre, on the banks of the Tauranga Harbour and Wairoa River. It is one of the fastest growing residential suburbs in one of the fastest growing cities in New Zealand. It has a background of being one of the country's prime citrus and kiwifruit growing areas. Located in the Bay of Plenty, New Zealand is home to a community of businesses, community groups and people.

Bureta, Tauranga is a rapidly growing city in the western Bay of Plenty, New Zealand.

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.

Katikati possesses many special attractions. It is a level plateau about 20 miles in length, bounded on the one side by the Tauranga harbour; on the west it is sheltered by forest clad hills. In summer time the sea breeze starts at about 9 am, the wind veering to the west in the evening, contributing to the salubrity of the district. We enjoy all the amenities of civilisation, including those of religion and education by a happy hospitable community.'

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.

Our awe-inspiring lake and volcanic moutain are 15minutes from the centre of the tourist meca of Rotorua. Home to trophy sized rainbow trout, swimming, scenic & fishing charters, waterskiing, walking, hiking, fine dining, glowworms, canoe hire, historic sites, natural thermal waters and much more. Yet it remains one of New Zealands best kept secrets. Come discover our piece of paradise!

Set in the centre of the North Island and NZ's largest lake - Lake Taupo. It covers 616sqkms and is widely considered the trout fishing capital of the world.

Mt Maunganui or The Mount is a beach area across the harbour from Tauranga. It is a popular holiday spot in summer.

Mt Maunganui or The Mount is a beach area across the harbour from Tauranga. It is a popular holiday spot in summer.

Ngongotaha, Lake Rotorua is a relatively shallow lake that was formed approximately 140 000 years ago. Hot springs provide direct geothermal inputs along the southern shore.

Set in the centre of the North Island and NZ's largest lake - Lake Taupo. It covers 616sqkms and is widely considered the trout fishing capital of the world. Taupo's central loction places it within easy driving distance of many North Island tourist attractions, including Taupo and the ski fields.

Tauranga City is in the heart of the Bay of Plenty region. Tauranga City extends from the Wairoa River in the west to the Kaimai-Mamaku ranges in the south and the Pacific Ocean on the north and east. People come to live here for 'the lifestyle' and they enjoy improving an ever-increasing number of 'bigger' city facilities and attractions.

Te Puke is a town located 28 kilometres southeast of Tauranga in the Western Bay of Plenty region of New Zealand. It is particularly famous for the cultivation of kiwifruit.

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.

Spanning between the Coromandel Peninsula and Bay of Plenty beaches, Waihi Beach is one of the undiscovered jewels of New Zealand. A beautiful 9km of one of the safest and best ocean beaches to be found.

A visit to Whakatane New Zealand is a must for those who travel to New Zealand. Whakatane is situated at the head of the Whakatane River in the beautiful sub-tropical 'Bay of Plenty' region of New Zealand. Visit Whakatane when you do your New Zealand tour.

Papamoa is the largest suburb of Tauranga in the Bay of Plenty region on the northeastern coast of the North Island of New Zealand.