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  Transit New Zealand - AHB Flags
The New Zealand flag will be the sole flag flown on the Auckland Harbour Bridge.
View the media release regarding this change in policy.
Auckland Harbour Bridge: Growth - Past and Future (Extract) *
www.transit.govt.nz /road/flags.jsp   (124 words)

  
  Auckland - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Auckland lies between the Hauraki Gulf of the Pacific Ocean to the east, the low Hunua Ranges to the south-east, Manukau Harbour to the south-west, and the Waitakere Ranges and smaller ranges to the west and north-west.
Auckland is popularly known as the "city of sails", because the harbour is usually dotted with hundreds of yachts.
Auckland Harbour Bridge - connecting Auckland and the North Shore, is an iconic symbol of Auckland.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Auckland   (3020 words)

  
 Auckland   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
Auckland in the North Island of New Zealand is the largest metropolitan area in the South Pacific Ocean.
At 37 degrees south latitude, Auckland is bounded by the Hauraki Gulf of the Pacific Ocean to the east, low ranges to the south-east, the Manukau Harbour to the south-west, and the Waitakere Ranges and smaller ranges to the west and north-west.
Auckland's Sky Tower is the tallest free standing structure in the Southern Hemisphere at 328 metres.
pedia.newsfilter.co.uk /wikipedia/a/au/auckland.html   (974 words)

  
 Definition of Auckland
At 37 degrees south latitude, the Auckland urban area lies between the Hauraki Gulf of the Pacific Ocean to the east, the low Hunua Ranges to the south-east, the Manukau Harbour to the south-west, and the Waitakere Ranges and smaller ranges to the west and north-west.
There are two harbours in the Auckland urban area surrounding this isthmus, namely Waitemata Harbour to the north, which opens east to the Hauraki Gulf, and Manukau Harbour to the south, which opens west to the Tasman Sea.
Auckland Harbour Bridge, connecting Auckland and the North Shore, is an iconic symbol of Auckland.
www.wordiq.com /definition/Auckland   (2053 words)

  
 Auckland Harbour Bridge - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Auckland Harbour Bridge is an eight lane road bridge that spans the Waitemata Harbour joining Freemans Bay in Auckland City with Northcote in North Shore City, New Zealand.
Thus during the morning rush, 5 of the 8 lanes are allocated to southbound traffic heading towards Auckland city centre.
Before the clip-on sections are replaced, another harbour crossing will have to be constructed to cope with the ever-increasing volume of traffic that uses the bridge every day.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Auckland_Harbour_Bridge   (591 words)

  
 Auckland Five Star Hotels
Hyatt Regency Auckland towers on a hill overlooking Auckland's harbour, city and parks, and is just a short walking distance from the city centre, university gardens and waterfront.
Auckland's commercial center, the spectacular waterfront, superb shopping, dazzling nightlife and the beautiful Domain - an extensive oasis of parks and gardens are within walking distance from the hotel.
Mollies on Tweed is located in the city Auckland, overlooking the Auckland's stunning Waitemata Harbour and is perfectly formed and well versed in the traditions of fine hospitality.
www.ki-wi.co.nz /auckland-hotel5.htm   (851 words)

  
 Auckland   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
At 37 degrees south latitude, the Auckland urban area lies between the Hauraki Gulf of the Pacific Ocean to the east, low ranges to the south-east, the Manukau Harbour to the south-west, and the Waitakere Ranges and smaller ranges to the west and north-west.
The Manukau Harbour, which opens to the Tasman Sea to the west, separates the isthmus from Manukau City and the south.
Auckland International Airport, New Zealand's largest airport, lies beside the Manukau Harbour, in the southern suburb of Mangere.
www.yotor.com /wiki/en/au/Auckland.htm   (1206 words)

  
 Auckland, New Zealand, Pictures
Among the points of interest in Auckland are the Auckland City Art Gallery, with a collection of paintings by European and New Zealand artists; the Auckland Institute and Museum, featuring exhibits on natural history and ethnology; the Melanesian Mission Museum; the Museum of Transport and Technology; and Parnell Rose Garden.
Auckland Harbour Bridge is the longest of several bridges linking the central city with its fast-growing suburban areas.
Auckland was founded in 1840 as the capital of colonial New Zealand.
www.greatestcities.com /Oceania/New_Zealand/Auckland_city.html   (296 words)

  
 Auckland - free-definition   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
Auckland has long been plagued by traffic problems despite decades of motorway construction.
In March 2004 Auckland City Mayor John Banks published a definite proposal for the Eastern Transport Corridor.
After the signing of the Treaty of Waitangi in early 1840 the new governor, William Hobson, was faced with the task of choosing a capital for the colony.
www.free-definition.com /Auckland.html   (1195 words)

  
 Luxury Hotel Auckland Hilton Boutique Waterview Princes Wharf
With an ever-changing skyline, a pulsating waterfront and a new infusion of restaurants and bars, Auckland has become a mecca for nightlife, buzzing with an atmosphere of fun and excitement.
Auckland has an abundance pf beautiful beaches the closest of which is only 5 minutes drive away.
The one bedroom harbour view apartments are located in Shed 24 on Princess Wharf in separate buildings from the hotel.
www.nz-holiday.co.nz /hilton   (1992 words)

  
 Auckland Hotel
Situated in the heart of Auckland's business district, The Heritage is within walking distance of the city's many attractions, including the Sky Tower, Casino, the shops of Queen Street and Auckland city's finest cafes and restaurants.
The hotel was designed to complement the architecture of the many magnificent homes in one of the oldest of Auckland's harbour side suburbs.
The Spencer on Byron is Auckland's newest international business class hotel conveniently located in the heart of the beautiful north Auckland suburb of Takapuna.
www.ki-wi.co.nz /auckland-hotel4.htm   (902 words)

  
 Auckland Harbour Tours - FAQs   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
We can also create a special experience for you to complement a business meeting or conference or a special event such as a wedding or day out on our beautiful harbour.
On scheduled tours we cruise in the inner harbour between Watchman Island & North Head.
We are fortunate that our beautiful Waitemata harbour is reasonably sheltered from very large swells.
www.aucklandharbourtours.co.nz /faqs.html   (527 words)

  
 Auckland / Coromandel - New Zealand Travel Information Network
Auckland Bridge Climb is a fun, two and a half hour thrill, packed with amazing discoveries.
Beyond the harbour is the Hauraki Gulf with multitude of remarkable islands.
Operating its fleet of large purpose-built sailboats on the sheltered waters of the sparkling Auckland Harbour, the yachts have become the nautical icon in Auckland - City of Sails - for international, national, and local visitors alike.
www.nzti.com /auckland-activities.htm   (970 words)

  
 auckland climate and other auckland related information   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
Auckland Harbour Bridge on Waitemata Harbour and Mangere Bridge on Manukau Harbour.
Temperatures and climate in Auckland and New Zealand Auckland,University,University of Auckland,Auckland University,Auckland Uni,Aukland,New Zealand,climate, weather, NZ weather, Auckland weather...
Auckland climate chart (temperatures are indicated in degree celcius) Season Temperature Spring (September, October...
www.nethorde.com /auckland/auckland-climate.html   (326 words)

  
 Suzy's World: Harbour Bridge
The harbour bridge was built between St Marys Bay and Northcote Point because it was the narrowest stretch of water between the two pieces of land.
The Auckland Harbour Bridge was opened on 30th of May 1959 and it took over 200 workers around 4 years to build.
They decided to build a harbour bridge because the traffic wanting to go from Auckland City to the North Shore or vice versa was growing all the time and the trip round the harbour through West Auckland used to take hours.
www.suzy.co.nz /suzysworld/Factpage.asp?FactSheet=266   (548 words)

  
 Fullers Auckland : Auckland Harbour Cruises, Auckland Ferry
Auckland harbour cruises run twice daily showing visitors the highlights of Aucklands harbour.
Fullers operate inner harbour commuter ferry services to Devonport, Birkenhead, Stanley Bay, Bayswater and to the outer suburb of Half Moon Bay.
Harbour Cruise - Escape the city and cruise the sparkling waters of Auckland’s beautiful harbour.
www.tourism.net.nz /new-zealand/attractions/nature/cruises/auckland/fullers-auckland   (612 words)

  
 Heart Of Auckland City - Attractions   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
The Pride of Auckland Company operates its fleet of large purpose-built sailboats on the sheltered waters of the sparkling Auckland Harbour.
This harbour is what Auckland is world famous for, the hub of new Zealand's nautical playground.
Auckland’s CBD is also home to a wide range of souvenirs, including hand crafted Maori carvings and greenstones from Compendium, 5 Lorne Street (tel: (09) 300 3212), and jewellery, sheepskins, leather products etc from many other shops on and around Queen Street.
www.hotcity.co.nz /attractions   (1337 words)

  
 Sailing and Dining Cruises on Auckland Harbour, FAQ
Auckland's Waitemata harbour is narrow, and the area in which we operate completely landlocked.
The deep ocean is outside the Hauraki Gulf, some 70 nautical miles beyond the harbour entrance.
Our yachts are big, 50 feet or 15 meters long, and of 19 tonne displacement, capable of comfortable sailing around the world and the small waves in the harbour are no problem.
www.prideofauckland.com /faq.cfm?content_id=19   (286 words)

  
 AckEkv0082a   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
When the Auckland Harbour Bridge was completed in 1959, it opened the city's North Shore across the Waitemata Harbour to suburban settlement.
A rapid population increase on the Shore led to massive increases in traffic volume.
Hence, in 1969 two extra lanes were clipped on to each side of the bridge.
www.kiwivista.co.nz /location_packs/ack_1/AckEkv0082a/ackekv0082a.html   (51 words)

  
 Architecture of Auckland Harbour Bridge - Auckland, New Zealand
Auckland managed to use ferries to resist the need for a bridge until 1955.
Since its completion in 1959, the bridge across Waitemata Harbour is almost single-handedly credited with opening up the North Shore to rapid development.
Previously, the North Shore was a vacation destination with pockets of development.
www.glasssteelandstone.com /NZ/AucklandHarbourBridge.html   (258 words)

  
 Architecture of Auckland Harbour Bridge :: Auckland, Auckland Region, New Zealand :: Glass Steel and Stone
F ew of the world’s developed harbors have survived unscathed by bridges.
All I m hoping for Auckland is to have the second harbour bridge.
This is because a second harbour bridge will make Auckland a more modern city and a more beautiful view.
www.glasssteelandstone.com /BuildingDetail/231.php   (314 words)

  
 auckland_region
This morning join your Auckland City Highlights tour and discover the magic of New Zealand’s largest city.
You will see why Auckland is known as the ‘City of Sails’ as you enjoy a trip over the Auckland Harbour Bridge.
Auckland has a fascinating assortment of art galleries and museums as well as world class shopping.
www.igtravel.com /auckland_region.htm   (416 words)

  
 Auckland New Zealand Virtual Tour - The City of Sails
Auckland New Zealand virtual tour - The City of Sails.
It has been widely claimed that the population of Auckland own more boats per head of population than in any other city in the world.
Auckland, Waitomo Glowworm Caves and Rotorua (One Way Tour) - Day Tour - Starting from around NZ $170.00 per person - Auckland.
www.auckland.nz.com /city-of-sails.aspx   (155 words)

  
 Auckland Harbour Bridge
Some views of Auckland Harbour Bridge soon after construction.
The Auckland Harbour Bridge was originally built with 4 traffic lanes but has since been expanded to 8 traffic lanes by the addition of 2 clip-on extensions on each side.
I have collected together all my Auckland Harbour Bridge photos taken over a couple of years.
deniswilford.com /photo/grp17/index.php   (115 words)

  
 Auckland B&B Accommodation - New Zealand Bed and Breakfast   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
Auckland B&B Accommodation - New Zealand Bed and Breakfast
Bed & Breakfast + Self-contained Accommodation in Auckland, New Zealand
heart of restaurant and cafe area of Viaduct Harbour
babs.co.nz /auckland.htm   (97 words)

  
 BSI News > Newsletter > VOLUME 2Safety Benefits on the Auckland Harbour and Coronado Bridges   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
N.V.Hawkins of Works Consultancy Services, Ltd., and R.C.M. Dunn of The University of Auckland presented a paper "Fatal Accidents Eliminated by a Moveable Lane Barrier" at the Public Works and The Human Environment Symposium in Seattle, Washington, in April of 1995.
The paper analyzed statistics compiled both before and after the Quickchange Moveable Barrier was installed on the Auckland Harbour Bridge in New Zealand.
The Auckland Harbour Bridges MLB (Moveable Lane Barrier) began operation in November 1990.
www.barriersystemsinc.com /news/newsarticle.asp?key=3&article=2   (458 words)

  
 Auckland Harbour Bridge Offshore Powerboat Race
The Auckland harbour will splash into life once again this May, with twin V8 boats racing from the Viaduct Harbour under the Auckland Harbour Bridge.
The Auckland Harbour Bridge Offshore Powerboat race is part of a series of races around the country.
We are proud to support this event that entertains Aucklanders in a unique harbour setting, celebrating our maritime heritage.
www.aucklandcity.govt.nz /whatson/events/powerboat/default.asp   (124 words)

  
 Copthorne Hotel Auckland Harbour City - Copthorne Hotel
Situated on the harbour's edge, access to commerce, shopping, bars and restaurants, and the sparkling Waitemata Harbour is only a step away.
All of the beautifully appointed guest rooms offer a panoramic north facing harbour view and all the fine services and facilities that typify a Copthorne Hotel.
Enjoy convenient access to harbour cruises, tours, and ferry services to Devonport or Waiheke Island.
www.nz-holiday.co.nz /copthorne/harbourcity.asp   (351 words)

  
 Kiwi Travel NZ / Kiwi Holiday Parks   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
Auckland Museum was established in 1852, and contains extensive collections of Natural History, Ethnology and Archaeology, New Zealand History, Applie...
At road level, motorists heading along Auckland’s scenic Tamaki Drive could not be blamed for believing it was all harbour vistas, sail boats, cappucc...
NZ Country Tours is a small and friendly Auckland based company that specialises in day trips in and around Auckland, that will leave you with man...
www.waikawabay.kiwiholidayparks.com /region.php?region=B   (2509 words)

  
 harbour bridge bungy gift Auckland New Zealand NZ
AJ Hackett jumped from the Auckland Harbour bridge in 1986 with a giant latex rubber band tied to his legs.
The Auckland harbour Bridge Bungy is a world first.
Your adventure begins at the AJ Hackett base at 70 Nelson St where you will be fitted with a full body harness and complete a safety briefing before transferring to the bridge.
www.remember.co.nz /detail/a14.html   (332 words)

  
 Welcome to Auckland Harbour Tours   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
Based in the Viaduct Harbour, we can help you to enjoy a unique experience on Auckland's stunning Waitemata Harbour, and beyond.
With Waitemata Cruises you can enjoy an authentic Maori heritage experience - the perfect option for anyone who is interested in understanding and appreciating Auckland's history and landmarks from a Maori perspective while enjoying a sailing experience and superb Maori cuisine.
If you have an important occasion such as a wedding, corporate event of party and want to add an element of New Zealand's unique Maori heritage, we can help you plan your special event.
aucklandharbourtours.co.nz   (96 words)

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