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Waitakere Travel Guide

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Waitakere City is a local authority area that forms the western part of the Auckland metropolitan area of the North Island of New Zealand. Colloquially it is referred to as West Auckland and its inhabitants as Westies.

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  • Hiking in the Waitakere Ranges
  • The west coast beaches, such as Piha Beach , offer sand, surf and are popular for swimming, though dangerous for the unwary, with surf that changes with the tides, unpredictable deep holes, undertows and rips. Wherever possible, swim between the red and yellow flags and pay attention to the lifeguards on duty.

Buy

West Coast Gallery, in Piha, [1]. Well worth it. Housed in their old fire station.

Eat

Drink

Sleep

A visit to Waitakere would not be complete without a visit to Piha Beach. There are no Hotels or Motels in Piha however there are a few private accommodation providers.

Try the Kauri Suite (top quality), Tui Suite (Mid range) or Beach Cabin (Budget) here: [2]

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