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

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

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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

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

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

Industry leader in Early Childhood Education, Training and Work. 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

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

Come and try a FREE introductory class at GKR Karate Glenfield Intermediate 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 Glenfield, Auckland, are taught by passionate instructors... Read more

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

My Wonderland is an indoor play ground where your children are able to play, learn, exercise and have the best Birthday parties! With a dedicated toddler/baby area, we offer different types of activities suitable for babies, toddlers and kids up to 12 years old. You are encourged to join the play and have a wonderful day with your family. We have a NO CHILD MISSING OUT ethos and it is something we are incredibly passionate about. Because of this, our cafe is allergy friendly and we host events... 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

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 Albany 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 Albany, Auckland, are taught by passionate instructors who are committed... Read more

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

We are a small family owned home-based childcare company with an excellent reputation for caring for and educating children aged 0-5 years of age. We provide two well attended weekly Playgroups where children socialise and learn in safe well resourced environments. We take the time to familiarise families with prospective Educarers by using a well planned settling process to make the transition less stressful for the child and her/his parents. At Home from Home we believe in teamwork this philosophy... Read more

The Kawai Purapura Retreat Centre centre has grown steadily over the past five years, becoming one of New Zealand’s most popular destinations for retreats, conferences and seminars in natural health, environmental awareness and personal development. Our name: Kawai Purapura’s name signifies the nexus point between the past and the future. Kawai is the memory, the ancestry, the tracing of the lineage from the past. Purapura is the seed of the future. Our vision: Our vision is to create a healing... Read more

LCF Fun Languages teaches French, Spanish, Mandarin and Japanese at pre-schools, after-school clubs, and language learning centres across New Zealand. Children learn through a combination of drama, storytelling, songs, craft and games. They rapidly acquire enough knowledge and confidence to enjoy using the language for communication and expression. LCF Fun Languages programs are designed to give children the confidence to speak in either French, Spanish, Chinese, Japanese or English. Similarly... 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

At Hannah’s House Early Childhood Education Centre we are proud to offer high quality care and education for children aged 0 to 5 years old. We offer an environment where children learn and grow through their own interests and the environment around them. We have adopted many of the principles of Reggio Emilia where their philosophies about children are innovative and challenging. We encourage exploration, participation, individuality, independence, self confidence and a child’s freedom of... 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

The Takapuna North Community Trust was born with a clear mission: to uplift the well-being of the communities of Hauraki Corner, Takapuna, Milford, Forrest Hill, Castor Bay, and Sunnynook. Our primary focus is to foster community pride and preserving our natural environment, te taiao. We offer a range of initiatives: from enriching community events that foster togetherness, to hands-on conservation activities to cherish our local environment. Our Nature Explorers Learning Programme is a nature... Read more

A club for both Seniors and Juniors. Competition is from April to September. Read more

Tim Bray Productions is recognised as Auckland’s leading theatre for children. Overseen by a charitable trust, The Operating Theatre Trust, we create world-class theatre most often based on New Zealand literature. We see live theatre as a way to engage children with literature, and to encourage reading. We know that theatre is more than “just” entertainment; we also see it as an integral part of their education, their growing up experiences, socialisation skills, and encouraging and exploring... Read more

Come and try a FREE introductory class at GKR Karate Wairau 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 Wairau Forest Hill, Auckland, are taught by passionate instructors who are committed... Read more