We will bring our range of super child friendly animals and ponies to you Or you can come out to our place at Umawera, Northland. And the children can get in and enjoy a hands on experience. •Birthdays •Childcares, Kohanga, Kindergartens, Primary schools, playgroups, play centres etc •end of year parties •School galas and fundraising events •Special events, . •Market days •Basic riding lessons and animal handling skills or pony and gig ride (you come to us) Let the children and the children... Read more

The Quarry Arts Centre has supported the artistic development of local creatives in Northland since 1981. The leafy, peaceful site is home to three gallery spaces, three workshop & venue hire rooms and 16 artist studios and art shop. The community are welcomed to explore and use the grounds, cafe, gallery, community kilns and active workshop program. As well as offering learning spaces for classes and workshops, wood fire and electric kilns for community use, our grounds are open to the public... Read more

Catch the breeze and set sail for the day from Russell on board the unique tall ship "R. Tucker Thompson", built in the tradition of 100 year old schooners by local Northlanders. She has sailed the world but today will explore the somewhat calmer seas of the Bay of Islands with you on board. The design of the "R. Tucker Thompson" is based on the Halibut schooners of the North West American coast, which were considered fast and sea kindly and easily manned. She has a lofty rig of varnished oregon... Read more

Welcome to Bright Stars – one of Whangarei’s favourite family-orientated childcare centres. Located in Kensington, we are easy to find and within a short travelling distance to Whau Valley, Kamo and the Whangarei CBD, it makes us a great choice for busy parents. Our nurturing childcare centre is more than just a home away from home. We care for your children in a loving and warm environment, giving your child the opportunity to learn and grow in a safe and secure location with qualified teachers. Infants,... Read more

After School Clubs in the Bay of Islands, Kerikeri and surrounding suburbs. All ages. Includes numerous sports, art, cadets, St John Youth and music. Plus holiday programs throughout the year. listings includes club timetables and contact details. Read more

Situated in Harding Park overlooking the town with magnificent views of the surrounding district the Dargaville Museum tells the maritime history of the Northern Wairoa river and has an absorbing display of shipwrecks and relics from the West Coast. Exhibits range from the unique 16 metre long pre European hand adzed Maori canoe to the masts of the Greenpeace ship Rainbow Warrior. Our Pioneer history is also told along with a fascinating insight into the life of the Dalmatian Gumdigger complete... Read more

The Miyagi Kan Karate Club was founded in New Zealand in February 1996. Currently the club operates out of 79 Walton Street Whangarei, and also has another club in Dargaville. What you gain from learning Karate is: Confidence & Strength, Loads of fun, Better Health and Fitness, Co-ordination & flexibility, Self-Defence & Discipline. We cater for all ages with classes available to anyone five days a week, in Whangarei. Check Club locations & training times tab above for details. The... 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

BJ's Childcare Centre is in Kensington, Whangarei and is licensed for children from the ages of 2 to 6 year old's. Our Service offer: Hours of operation are from 8am to 5PM Monday to Friday WINZ Childcare Subsidies 20 Hours ECE for 3 and 4 year olds. For all enquiries phone us on our FREE calling number or text Betje to find out what our special rates are. BJ’s Childcare Centre is a small family orientated early childhood centre. Located at 15 Moody Ave, in Kensington, Whangarei and licensed... 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

Are you looking for a piano teacher who inspires and motivates your child? Maybe you're an adult piano student who would love to learn a new art? I have seven years experience teaching a wide variety of ages and levels. I believe in the involvement of the student in the choice of the musical pieces, this creates an emotional attachment with the instrument that is vital to the enjoyment of any instruments. I have completed a Degree in Contemporary Music in 2016 and am able to teach a variety of styles... Read more

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Book your Mangonui Accommodation with Carneval Ocean View luxury B and B. Located in Mangonui, Doubtless Bay accommodation comprises 2 spacious ocean view rooms overlooking picturesque Doubtless Bay. Read more

Whangarei's ultimate day out..Paintball , lasertag , flying fox , mini putt, archery, clay shooting, target shooting, function and party hire, bar, BBQ Read more

Explore the Bay of Islands on the YHA The Rock Adventure Cruise. It features an all inclusive overnight boat trip with loads of activities, dinner, breakfast and lunch. In addition to all the activities, guests can enjoy the use of the lounge area with a pool table, piano and a fireplace at the back in the activities area. YHA, Bay of Islands, The Rock Adventure Cruise features private and dormitory rooms each offering access to a shared balcony and communal bathroom facilities. All bed linen... Read more

A 1000 acre working dairy on the Whangaruru harbour, 30 minutes south of Russell and 20 minutes from Rawhiti and the Cape Brett Walkway. If your family is into beaches, motorbikes and/or horses we are the perfect venue for a holiday. In term 1 and 4 we also host most of Whangarei's intermediate schools for school camps and in the Holidays we run farming,motorbike and horseriding camps. There is an extensive network of bush and farm trails for dirtbiking and horsetrekking and a Motorcross track. We... Read more

Students develop talent and communication skills in vibrant classes with our trained teachers choose a class to suit your child so they can shine. Drama classes for students 7 -11 years Musical Theatre for 9 -14-year-olds Speech and Drama 9 -14 years Exams and Grade work for Speech New Zealand Exams For detailed class description, prices and timetable please visit our website Read more

Tikipunga Kindergarten is a purpose built facility with areas for both indoor and outdoor play. Children enjoy the freedom and space of our large, flat outdoor area, most of which is either grass or soft fall. There is a covered verandah area and numerous shade sails. We provide opportunities for children to investigate nature through our Swan plants and vegetable gardens. Children enjoy being able to take the produce from the garden home to share with their families. We are located... Read more

Have lots of FUN while being introduced to the diverse and creative world of photography. Lessons are privately taught to 7-15 year old children, and adults in Kerikeri, Northland. The lessons are divided into 10 unique activities which are taught once a week throughout the term. Each term expands the group’s creative knowledge while reinforcing what they have learnt to date. Lessons follow a set format and incorporate kinaesthetic, visual and audio learning techniques. The lessons include... Read more

Judo is an Olympic and Commonwealth Games sport which originated in Japan that develops self-defence skills in addition to sporting skills. It is a combat sport where opponents compete against each other by attempting to throw from a standing position to the ground or when on the ground by pinning their opponents. ​ Come check us out. We train on Wednesday nights at the Portland Hall in Portland. Read more

Northland Ballet and Dance Inc is a non profit organisation which aims to promote and provide dance opportunities for young dance students in Northland. We are not a a dance school with regular dance classes, however we do host and organise the following three events annually for young dancers: - The Dance Fusion Concert in April - a combined showcase of dance by Northland dance schools. - The Whangarei Dance Workshop in the July school holidays - a week long intensive week of dance classes culminating... Read more

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Whangarei Community Toy Library provides an affordable toy lending service to Whanau of Whangarei. The library makes it possible for every family to experience quality play though an up to date, extensive selection of toys, music, art and sports equipment. Situated in Bank street, with safe, off street parking especially for Toy Library visitors. Toy library is open Tuesday to Friday, 9 am to Noon and we welcome parents/caregivers to visit any time – the Library is staffed by a Librarian and... Read more