Mangawhai, Northland & Bay of Islands
By Destination Northland
Mangawhai
Mangawhai, also known as Mangawhai Heads, is nestled between the Pacific coast and rolling farmland. You’re offered a choice of seaside experiences here – a surf beach on one side and safe harbour beaches on the other.
On the far side of the harbour is a large sand dune area that's administered by the Department of Conservation. The dunes are home to fairy terns, Caspian terns, variable oystercatchers and New Zealand dotterels. Mangawhai Heads and the village of Mangawhai are linked by a picturesque causeway surrounded by native wetlands and bush. Charter boats are available to take you fishing or diving; you can also surf cast off the beach. Other local activities include donkey rides and mini golf.
There are several cafés in the area and a wide choice of places to stay – from motel units and self-contained cottages to farm stays and B&B's.
Content courtesy of Tourism NZ
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The Mangawhai Tavern, Mangawhai, KaiparaSat 2 Mar 2019 8:30PM / Covers, Tribute BandsLandslide is an Auckland based, live 5 piece band, who have been celebrating the music of Fleetwood Mac and Stevie Nicks all over the North Island for the past 6 years. Covering well-known classics from Fleetwood Mac ... more -
Due to heavy rainfall and strong winds forecast for Sunday 24 February, we are considering postponing Summer Magic until the following Sunday 3 March 2019. We will make a final decision on Saturday 23 February and ... more -
Waipu Coronation Hall, Waipu, Bream BaySat 2 Mar 2019 7:30PM / Ethnic, MulticulturalBoxwood's remarkable Waipu concert has become an eagerly anticipated annual event. World-renowned musicians playing traditional music of Ireland, Scotland and Maritime Canada: John Carty - Irish fiddle, banjo, ... more -
Wellsford Community Centre, Wellsford, AucklandSat 23 Mar 2019 6:00PM / Variety ConcertsThe Magic Circus is coming to Wellsford! Andre Vegas the Magician and Illusionist is returning along with some friends. This show is more than just magic, it has amazing Circus acts along with live animals. Meet ... more -
Sawmill Cafe, Leigh, AucklandSat 23 Mar 2019 8:00PM / Singer-SongwriterThe Levi Lights On Project played our first gig a year ago. We are now so excited to announce the release of the first of many singles planned for the project. The single is called Mirror Man and it’s due for release ... more -
Atiu Creek Regional Park, Wellsford, AucklandFri 22 Mar 2019 4:00PM / FestivalsNau mai, Haere mai. Ngā mihi mahana ki te whānau whānui o Earth Beat. Earth Beat 2019 is a co-creative and transformational festival of music and arts on the beautiful shores of the Kaipara, Tāmaki Makaurau ... more -
Warkworth Town Hall, Warkworth, AucklandSun 17 Mar 2019 6:00PM / TheatreA lively, ingenious retelling of the adventures of Kupe in Aotearoa. Be swept along by the voyage of Kupe, the great Pacific explorer and navigator, in this richly imagined solo show by writer and poet Apirana ... more -
The Old Stone Butter Factory, WhangareiThu 28 Feb 2019 8:00PM / ComedyOoh la la we're back again and out doing our selves! This month we've got a massive line-up of fresh talent and old hands coming to Whangarei just for y'all. The February 28th we're featuring: Alice ... more -
OneOneSix, WhangareiFri 15 Feb 2019 7:00PM / Mind & BodyThis event is part of the 'Endless Summer Festival' 2019. Ecstatic Awakening Dance is a free-flowing practice that incorporates movement, meditation and powerful breathing techniques that will take you deep into your ... more -
Join Shelly from ANO Clothing to learn advanced sewing skills over a two week course. Participants bring in what they want to make ie: a pattern with fabric (upcycled or bought from a second hand store is preferable) ... more -
Looking forward to our first time performing at The Old Stone Butter Factory! more -
Gibbs Farm is an amazing outdoor sculpture trail of massive scale. Ahuroa School, the local primary school, is hosting a trail through the sculptures to raise funds for an outdoor classroom. Come and join us for an ... more -
Are you the captain of your life? Are you living your life to the fullest potential? Or are you like most people just floating through life on autopilot with the dream burning inside? You know there is more for you ... more -
Northland Events Centre, WhangareiSat 16 Mar 2019 11:00AM / Food, Gourmet, WineGet ready for the 7th Whangarei Fritter Festival on Saturday 16 March 2019! Enjoy a relaxed day with great music and a feast of fine wines and gourmet fritters from our region's finest local restaurants and ... more -
Dress For Success, WhangareiTue 5 Mar 2019 5:30PM / Charity, FundraisersCome support Dress For Success in our pre-loved clothing sale. We get some beautiful donated clothes. Not all of them are suitable for interviews so we sell what we can't use, so that we can continue to do what we do ... more -
The Old Stone Butter Factory, WhangareiWed 6 Mar 2019 6:00PM / Food, Gourmet, WineJoin us for our monthly beer club gathering. On the first Wednesday of every month we get together with fellow beer geeks to give our taste buds a treat and chat with like minds about the intricacies of the brews ... more -
Want to try your hand at doing macrame? Come and learn the basics of this simple but effective art form and make your very own hanging plant holder to take away with you! This workshop is held at The ReMakery. The ... more -
Compost is nature's way of recycling. Made from waste garden material, compost is an essential ingredient for creating rich, friable soil and therefore healthy plants. Start composting and cut your food waste. In fact, ... more -
Join Hannah White - the founder of Kombuchur - to learn over two days how to make Kombucha. Kombucha is a fermented tea known for its health benefits. It is produced by fermenting tea using a scoby (yeast) commonly ... more -
The Artisans Fair Markets has a proud history of being Whangarei's premium Arts, Craft & Food markets - here to support and encourage the thriving creativity in Northland’s artistic community. Held on The Canopy ... more -
The Frank Burkitt Band return to Whangarei as part of their 30 date 'Lost but Alive' NZ Tour. Frank is a storyteller, songwriter, singer and guitarist. In that order. His rambling anecdotes aim to give the audience ... more -
A Bard's Tale, the greatest plays Shakespeare never wrote. For two nights only, six improvisers from the Covert Theatre take to the stage, pay homage to good Queen Bess and then before your very eyes, improvise a play in ... more
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