Aotearoa Surf School has a range of services to suit all ages and experience levels with everything from locally-based kids camps, after-school programs, and holiday programs to overseas surf retreats for adults. Read more

Welcome to Aotearoa Surf School, your first choice for seaside leisure, surfing experiences, and getaways in New Zealand. We have you covered whether your plans call for you to catch the waves at Orewa Beach, review the Orewa surf cam, or seek the most recent Orewa surf prediction. With comprehensive surf reports for Orewa, Mangawhai, and beyond, we assist in precise planning of your surfing days. From Auckland surf classes for beginners to advanced coaching for experienced surfers, we provide... Read more

Aotearoa Surf is New Zealand's #1 surf school, operating out of the most beautiful beaches along the East Coast such as Te Arai and Mangawhai, just 60 minutes North of Aucklands CBD. We have a range of services to suit any age or experience level. Whether you want to start surfing from scratch, organise a team building weekend away for your staff or give your children the experience of a lifetime at our summer camp, we can cater to your every need just ask and we will deliver! All equipment... Read more

Located in beautiful Leigh, we have a strong connection to our local school, community and natural environment. We offer a play based learning programme which fosters our children’s independence and allows them to grow and learn in their own unique and individual way. Our children are nurtured by a highly qualified and experienced teaching team who are committed to quality teaching, learning and fun! Mission Statement We work with families to grow children who are happy, independent and secure... Read more

Tea & Tarte creates custom wedding cakes, anything is possible. We also specialise in themed dessert tables such as rustic and boho. Located in Magical Mangawhai and servicing Auckland and Northland. Read more

Imagine……a deserted beach… wind in your face, sun on your skin and only the sound of hoof beats and surf on white sand!! This magical place is where we ride every day…broodingly beautiful in winter, ethereal in mist and rain and blindingly gorgeous in mid summer!!! Not a muddy trail to be seen and just think…your carbon footprint is minimal! Friendly well trained guides help you to, enjoy this fantastic experience with stories of past Maori history, discover bird and plant life so abundant here... Read more

Sheepworld is New Zealand’s premier showcase for sheep and wool production, just 45 minutes north of the Auckland CBD. Visitors can enjoy a step by step insight into how in New Zealand we farm our sheep, then harvest and use their wool. In our twice-daily live shows the dogs skilfully round up and bring in the sheep, which are then sorted and shorn. Our presenters show how the dogs are trained, then explain how and why sheep are farmed here. Our multimedia exhibition Wonderful Wool then... Read more

Miniature train rides - with a difference. Fun for all ages. What will you see today? And have you met Mischa the train driver yet? Situated within the Matakana Country Park, this is just one of the many and varied activities available for entertaining the whole family. Everything is catered for: art & crafts, Sunday market, playground, petting zoo, pony rides, horse & carriage rides - and of course our delightful mini-train ride!! Just 2km north of Matakana Village, the Matakana Country Park... Read more

Come and try a FREE introductory class at GKR Karate Orewa and see why GKR Karate is New Zealand's largest martial arts club! GKR Karate promotes Karate for everyone, including children from 5 yrs old through to men, women and families of all ages. Apart from the obvious development of self-defence skills, Karate training builds confidence, positive attitude, determination, focus, and of course fitness. Our karate classes at Orewa, Auckland, are taught by passionate instructors who are committed... Read more

Roll up, Roll up....Come to the Show.... Wellsford Country Show, an outing for all the family on 19th November 2016. The Wellsford Country Show has been a regular event now for over thirty years..come for an easy drive north of Auckland, free parking, with free shuttles in and out of the Park to save you carrying too much gear all day.... Rides, Horses, Farm animals, tractors, vintage cars, Farmers Market, The show kicks off with the annual Santa parade at 10.am lots of floats and fun and a lolly... Read more

WELCOME to ponyrides.co.nz: The home of children's riding lessons and pony rides. The wonderful place where precious childhood memories are made. Looking for some great activites for the kids? Come admire the scenery and have some good old fashion country fun and fresh air. Enjoy a riding lesson or pony ride, join our coffee group or indulge in one of our school holiday programme or fabulous pony parties. Hang out with some gorgeous ponies and learn all about horses and riding. Here at Pony Rides... Read more

Come and try a FREE introductory class at GKR Karate Torbay and see why GKR Karate is New Zealand's largest martial arts club! GKR Karate promotes Karate for everyone, including children from 5 yrs old through to men, women, and families of all ages. Apart from the obvious development of self-defense skills, Karate training builds confidence, positive attitude, determination, focus, and of course fitness. Our karate classes at Torbay, Auckland, are taught by passionate instructors who are committed... Read more

Aikido classes teach you how to fall safely, boost energy levels and improve posture and core strength. Aikido Martial Art principles redirect an attack instead of meeting force with force and the techniques employed do not rely on physical strength, making it suitable for both men and woman, large or small! It is a traditional martial art and an effective form of self defence. The Aikido Martial Art system consists of throw and pin techniques, and the study of bokken (wooden sword) and Jo (wooden... Read more

Dianne provides music lessons on a range of instruments for small groups or individuals, including ukulele, guitar, piano and violin. Dianne has qualifications in piano (ATCL, AIRMTNZ) , theory and violin. She performs regularly in her band entitled Dianne Morgan and the Jade River Ukes at community events, private functions and at festivals. She is also a trained primary school teacher (BEd. Primary) and has taught music to children and adults over the last 30 years. Ukulele classes are held at... Read more

If you can dream it, we can make it! Located in sunny Whangaparaoa on the Hibiscus Coast just north of Auckland, Coast Cakes have all your cake needs covered. With talents in every aspect of the custom cake business, our hard-working team can create a cake for any and every event, just tell us your requirements and we will deliver you a fantastic cake that looks and tastes great. From birthdays, to anniversaries, weddings, events and special occasions. When it comes to flavours and fillings... Read more

At Skydive Auckland we offer the highest tandem Skydive in New Zealand’s North Island, where you can jump from 16,500ft! Attached to your instructor you will freefall for 75 seconds at a speed of 200+ km/hr with a spectacular backdrop of both the east and west coasts of NZ, rainforests, beaches and of course, Auckland City. After freefall you will enjoy the serenity of a beautiful parachute ride and see stunning views in every direction. As soon as you are down, you will want to do it all over again! Bring... Read more

Tucked discreetly alongside SH1, between the townships of Waipu and Ruakaka and overlooking the magnificent Bream Bay lies this great links golf course. With a reputation of some of the best greens in New Zealand this course will offer you a great golf experience which you can top off with a lunch in the very hospitable Linksview Cafe while admiring some of the best outlooks of any golf club. Visitors are always welcome and club and cart hires are available from the Golf Shop. Cafe Hire carts,... Read more

Looking for safe, loving childcare in Albany? You'll find what you're looking for at our childcare centre, thanks to the dedicated leadership of our Centre Director, Nikki Sealesford and her team. In our small, intimate centre, nestled in the calming surroundings of Lucas Creek and East Coast Bays beaches, your family will feel at home in our friendly, relaxed environment - where we take special care in providing the love and security your child needs to thrive. Our full time and part time enrolment... Read more

If you are looking for a quality early childhood centre in Browns Bay, North Shore, for children 0-5 years of age, Magic Garden could be for you. Read more

Orewa Surf Life Saving Club volunteers patrols Orewa Beach from October to April & Wenderholm over the busy Christmas period. Our Mission: To Protect Our Community In and Around The Water Our season is 1 July - 30 June each year, with new season registrations opening on 1 July each year. You can register online via our club website. Our Junior Surf program runs from Labour Weekend to Easter Weekend each season and is designed to promote surf skills, fitness, surf sense, water safety and... Read more

We are the Orewa Beach paddle board specialists, stocking a huge range of paddle boards from all major brands. We offer rentals and demos so you can try before buying and as much FREE advice as you need to get you going. We are family run and have grown our business on repeat customers and recommendations made to others. We pride our work, and love our community. We also have a great range of surfboards / Longboards / Softboards and Kayaks available, and of course stock roof racks so you can get... Read more

The Shakespear Open Sanctuary Society Incorporated (“SOSSI”) is an incorporated society and registered charity established in 2004 for the purpose of assisting Auckland Council with the establishment and development of the wildlife sanctuary. For children we offer walks and talks (by arrangement) and the Junior Ranger activity booklet (see our website). Adults can join any of our volunteer activities. Read more

Highland and national dancing lessons for ages 3 and up. Both boys, girls and any nationalities welcome. Great for fun, fitness and friendship. Teaches skills such as musicality, coordination and discipline. We offer small class sizes with a warm approach to learning. Loads of fun with opportunities to compete and complete exams. Read more

Facepainting provided in the Hibiscus Coast Area More information on our website Read more

Stanmore Bay Pool and Leisure Centre is located on the beautiful Hibiscus Coast and is an all-purpose facility with group fitness and aqua fitness classes, stadiums - recreation leagues, birthday parties and for hire, newly renovated fitness gym, 25m indoor pool for lane swimming and learn to swim lessons, 8m learn to swim (for under 8's) pool, spa and sauna. Free swimming for 16yrs and under. Kauri Kids Early Childhood Education Centre to open early February 2017. Read more

Northern Arena established in 2010 is a ground breaking and unique learn to swim and fitness centre in Silverdale, Auckland. Northern Arena is a world class private family fitness centre with a combination of swimming pools, gym, group fitness classes, functional training and expert staff located on the North Shore of Auckland, just 20 minutes drive from the Auckland Harbour Bridge. We pride ourselves on delivering a standard of excellence in Swim teaching and fitness guidance unmatched by any... Read more