Visiting Goat Island Marine Reserve is one of the Top 10 Things to do in Auckland New Zealand. We are situated just over 1 hour north of Auckland on the Matakana coast in Leigh. We service New Zealand's first protected Marine Reserve, Goat Island. We offer snorkel & dive equipment to hire or buy, Guided Snorkeling, Try Scuba Diving, Guided Dives, and Dive Courses from entry to professional levels. We can take you diving in New Zealand's first marine reserve! Our priorities are practicing... 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

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The Reptile Park which specialises in, and displays and breeds both native and exotic reptiles. These range from New Zealand geckos, skinks and tuataras to tortoises, alligators and lizards from other countries. It is both informative and recreational, suitable for family visits and pre booked conducted tours such as school trips etc. 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

Sandspit Holiday Park is family-friendly where guests can enjoy safe swimming, native bush walks and great channel and boat fishing right on their doorstep. When you’re not relaxing in the park, kayaking around the bay or having a bounce on the trampoline, there are plenty of activities to keep you entertained. The surrounding area boasts a range of outdoor activities including close encounters with sea life in the Goat Island marine reserve, wine tasting at the popular local vineyards or walks... Read more

Health Heroes NZ is all about you and your health, physically and mentally. Make your life healthier by adding new ways to boost your body, mind and soul with professional massage, nutritional advice, stress management, and personalized fine-tuned coaching. We want you to live your best life possible, with the best health, ease and joy. Put yourself first and make your life healthier, happier and more relaxed! Boost your body, mind and soul with our range of different manual treatments... Read more

Award-winning babyballet is New Zealand's favourite dance school for boys and girls from 6 months to 6 years. Pre-school dance and music-to-movement ballet classes. With a real focus on learning through play, the unique babyballet syllabus offers four key stages of ballet and tap classes where every child can build their confidence and social skills, learning manners, discipline and respect while developing their basic ballet technique, coordination, musicality, balance, posture and rhythm. All... 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

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

Waitemata Synchro Club has a proud record of excellent achievements by its athletes and coach. Our club caters for swimmers of all levels from beginners to elite. (From 5 years old who cant swim yet to adults). We are a competitive and non competitive club with focus on team work, personal development and fitness. Read more

Step Beyond Studios is based in Torbay and Silverdale and is a long established and leading Auckland dance school. We teach Ballet and Contemporary Dance to students of all ages and abilities. Principal Dance Tutor Marian McDermott has been teaching ballet for over 25 years. She is joined by several experienced dance tutors who specialise in a range of dance styles. Many of the tutors trained through the dance school and have now returned to assist others develop a love of dance. Our focus is on... 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

Welcome to Megazone Silverdale, your ultimate destination for thrilling entertainment and unforgettable experiences! At Megazone, we specialize in providing adrenaline-pumping fun for individuals, families, and groups of all ages. Step into our action-packed arena and engage in heart-pounding laser tag battles, where you'll test your skills against friends and foes alike. Dive into our state-of-the-art virtual reality experiences, where you'll embark on immersive adventures that will transport... Read more

The New Zealand Ocean Swim Series consists of seven events, showcasing some of our most unique and stunning beaches and waterfronts. With the aim of promoting fitness and health through ocean swimming, the events offer a range achievable distances on the day – presenting opportunities for almost all ages and abilities to take part (exception of the Harbour Crossing which consists of the one 2.9km iconic swim across Auckland’s Harbour). Event distances on offer include: ‘I’m Going Long’ distance... Read more

The Milford Cruising Club welcomes families interested in boating and sailing in general. We run an active junior sailing program throughout the summer months and school holiday programs throughout the year. Our sessions have an emphasis on water education. For adults and advanced junior sailors we offer the opportunity to sail on our larger boats located in the Milford Marina. We have a range of Fevas and 420s for those sailors that have advanced past the Optimist stage. These yachts offer exciting... Read more

Come and try a FREE introductory class at GKR Karate Browns Bay and see why GKR Karate is New Zealand's largest martial arts club! GKR Karate promotes Karate for everyone, including children, 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 Browns Bay, Auckland, are taught by passionate instructors who are committed... 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

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

Dance helps develop co-ordination, musicality, creativity and confidence in everyone. At The Dance Floor we have something for everyone! RAD Ballet exams BTDA Jazz & Lyrical Exams BTDA medal tests Pre-school classes for children aged 4 years upwards Adult beginners classes End of year concert in a local theatre "Dancing is a passion, whether it be for recreation or ambition, everyone can feel the freedom dance has to offer" - Tracy Shiells 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

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New Shoots Greenhithe / Albany Childcare Centre Set on a rolling green hill, over a bridge and across a pond, arriving at New Shoots Greenhithe feels a little like a fairy tale. Found in a suburban North Shore neighbourhood close to Albany, our beautiful purpose-built Greenhithe childcare centre was designed to bring in the morning sunshine, energising the space from first light. Inside, the sounds of giggles and gasps filter through the air as our tamariki play and explore. Greenhithe comprises... Read more

Come and try a FREE introductory class at GKR Karate Riverhead 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 Riverhead, Auckland, are taught by passionate instructors who... 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

Established in 2006, Koru Montessori, is a small child centred educational preschool licensed for 28 children following the Montessori method and principles. The preschool offers low teacher child ratios, consciously designed experiences that encourage and support the development the child’s independence, self -esteem and wellbeing, a love of learning and the ability to respect and celebrate individuals and the environment. All our teachers are Montessori trained and the philosophy... 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