Wenderholm Regional Park, Auckland Region, New Zealand

Wenderholm Regional Park is the first regional park of the Auckland Region, New Zealand. Situated between the estuaries of the Puhoi River and the Waiwera River, on the east coast of New Zealand’s North Island, the park features a homestead known as Couldrey House, and a carved pouwhenua. This park also features the 2 kilometres (1.2 mi) ‘Maungatauhoro Te Hikoi’ walking track, starting at the carved pouwhenua near the Couldrey House. This walking track allows visitors to see scenic views and birdlife. The park has its own resident artist, and part is sectioned off for ecological restoration.

For approximately 1000 years Maori lived in the area now encompassed by the park because it featured several natural resources. The Auckland politician and entrepreneur Sir Robert Graham protected many of the ancient trees in the area from felling to be used for timber for ships. He went on to build a homestead in the park (now known as the Couldrey House). Many of the historic trees in the park were given as gifts to Robert Graham from George Grey.

The park has a resident artist, Nic Moon, provided by Auckland Regional Council. Her role is to create works specifically for the site, including some that involve the trees themselves.

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What to do in Wenderholm Regional Park:

Wild Life: North Island Robin, Fernbird, Banded Rail, Kaka, Long-tailed Cuckoo, Bellbird, Red-crowned Parakeet, New Zealand Dotterel, Variable Oystercatcher and Blue Reef Heron
Adventure: Kayaking, Boating, Swimming, Fishing, Walking, Camping, Picnicking

Where is Wenderholm Regional Park:

Region: Situated on the steep ridge of land separating the Waiwera and Puhoi valley systems and ending in a large coastal headland.
Location: Waiwera, Rodney district, Auckland region, New Zealand

When & how to get to Wenderholm Regional Park:

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Getting There: The park entrance is on State Highway 1 just north of Waiwera.
Nearest Town: Orewa
Nearest Airport: Orewa
Nearest Railway Station: Auckland

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Other details about Wenderholm Regional Park:

Established: 1965
Area: 1 sq km
Language: English and Maori