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  Cape Brett
Cape Brett Lighthouse is situated at the entrance to the Bay of Islands and overlooks Piercy Island (Motukokako) better known as the "Hole in the Rock".
Cape Brett was named by Captain Cook in 1769 in honour of a Lord of the Admiralty, Rear-Admiral Sir Piercy Brett.
Cape Brett was also the first in New Zealand to float the rotating light on a bed of mercury.
www.newzealandlighthouses.com /cape_brett.htm   (376 words)

  
 Cape Brett walkways in New Zealand's Bay of Islands   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-29)
The newly opened Cape Brett Peninsula Walkways in New Zealand's Bay of Islands will offer visitors guided walks, where experienced guides will share with the walkers their knowledge and appreciation of nature, Maori history and culture.
The seven distinctive peaks that mark the peninsula's dragon-like spine are said to represent the seven waka (canoes) from the great migration on which Maori sailed to New Zealand from their mythical homeland of Hawaiiki 1000 years ago.
Cape Brett peninsula is administered by Te Rawhiti 3B2, a large Maori Trust, and the Department of Conservation (D.O.C.).
www.nzine.co.nz /features/cape_brett_walkway.html   (571 words)

  
 New Zealand Lighthouses
Cape Maria van Diemen, facing the Tasman Sea, is the westernmost of the three points of land at the northern end of New Zealand, the other two being Cape Reinga and North Cape.
The lighthouse was prefabricated in Pimlico, England, and is a twin of the Cape Egmont Light.
In 2001 the official Cape Jackson Light was moved to a modern tower at the tip of the peninsula, but the old lighthouse also remains in service.
www.unc.edu /~rowlett/lighthouse/nz.htm   (5390 words)

  
 Cape Brett Walkways - Guided walks in the Bay of Islands, New Zealand
Cape Brett Walkways Ltd provide access to walking tracks on the Cape Brett peninsula, Bay of Islands, New Zealand, on both Department of Conservation and Maori Trust land.
The seven distinctive peaks that mark the peninsula's dragon-like spine are said to represent the seven waka (canoes) from the great migration on which Maori sailed from their mythical homeland of Hawaiiki 1000 years ago.
Cape Brett Walkways Ltd is privileged to have exclusive access to private walking tracks in this conservation estate, as well as to the people who have inhabited its ridges, outcrops, shorelines and flanks for a thousand years.
www.capebrettwalks.co.nz   (264 words)

  
 Cape Times: Brett Kebble murdered
"Brett was supposed to arrive for dinner at 9pm because he had a late-night meeting at his home.
Barritt said: "Brett was the most incredibly generous and larger-than-life personality (and his) contribution to the mining industry will come to be recognised as considerable."
Brett Kebble was CEO of both companies but resigned from his executive positions at JCI, RandGold and Exploration, and Western Areas at the beginning of this month.
www.capetimes.co.za /index.php?fArticleId=2893535   (680 words)

  
 Dr. Brett Cormick and Elan Suisse Elan Capital Nicogel Elan-Suisse Nicotea Aquacine Smart Water Technology John Walters ...   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-29)
Brett divorced and married Jennifer Mortleman in approximately 1990.
David De Leeuw stated that Brett was a “typical promoter” (he said that he had worked with quite a few) in that he never let the truth stand in the way of promoting a project.
Brett stated that the expedition was extremely dangerous and that he would have died instantly if the dry suit or regulator had problems – I will leave that one to Bob Wass and Dr. Safonov).
www.elansuisse.co.za   (2951 words)

  
 Kiwi Eco Tours/Cape Brett Walks, New Zealand Tours, Nature Tour, New Zealand Tours, Nature Tour   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-29)
Cape Brettwalkways Ltd is privileged to have exclusive access to private walking tracks in this conservation estate, as well as to the people who have inhabited its ridges, outcrops, shorelines and flanks for a thousand years.
Cape Brett to Deep Water Cove - Cruise the inner Bay of Islands to Motukokako, better known as "Hole in the Rock".
Cape Brett to Oke Bay - Cruise to Piercy Island (Hole in the Rock) and land at Cape Brett Lighthouse.
www.tourism.net.nz /new-zealand/tours/nature-tours/bay-of-islands/kiwi-eco-tours   (910 words)

  
 Cape Brett - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Cape Brett is a promontory on the northern North Island coast in New Zealand.
Located at the end of the 15 kilometre-long Cape Brett Peninsula, the head extends north into the Pacific Ocean at the eastern end of the Bay of Islands.
A noted landmark, the natural arch of Piercy Island, lies two kilometres off the cape.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Cape_Brett   (130 words)

  
 The Lights Of Brett Murray - AfricaOne.com
rtist Brett Murray was born in Pretoria, studied art at Stellenbosch university and now resides and works in Cape Town.
As well as curating various exhibitions around South Africa including, most notably "40 Sculptures of the Western Cape", Brett also exhibited at the Venice Bienalle, the Cuban Bienalle and at the Frankfurt, Cologne and Basel Art Fairs.
Brett created a series of iconic wall lights to decorate the interior.
users.iafrica.com /j/ja/jakruby/afrishop/brettmurray.htm   (295 words)

  
 Sail Whisper's Log: Bay of Islands
The $2M NZ ferry was lost on the rocks at Cape Brett on December 18th.
At the entrance to the Cape Brett track, Robin practices her "Haka", the Maori "intimidation dance".
It seems they'd lost an engine and had drifted hard aground, just under the Cape Brett lighthouse - less than 4 miles from our anchorage - and they were wondering if anyone might be able to assist them with the offload of 59 passengers (and three crew aboard, too).
www.sailwhisper.com /logs/news_20041218.html   (4672 words)

  
 :::Pacific Destination Center - New Zealand:::   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-29)
At Cape Reinga wander out to the lighthouse where spectacular views of the two oceans -Pacific Ocean and Tasman Sea meet.
Board the luxury catamaran at the Paihia Maritime Wharf and cruise to Cape Brett.
Cape Reinga Wanderer: Lv: 0730 daily ex Paihia: Sep-May and 0800 Jun-Aug. Includes Cape Reinga via 90 Mile Beach.
www.pacific-destinations.com /nz/citymod-bay.htm   (354 words)

  
 Cape Brett Walkways Ltd - About Us
Cape Brett Walkways Limited - About Us Cape Brett Walkways Limited (CBWL) is a family owned and run business based in Russell, Bay of Islands and operating on the Cape Brett Peninsula and around Rawhiti in the Eastern Bay of Islands.
With an extensive knowledge of the terrain, history and conditions, is well placed to give trampers/walkers an informative and valuable guided insight into Cape Brett.
With heavy involvement in the track formation and maintenance, grand knowledge of the history of his own whanau who arrived at and settled along the peninsula and guiding experience, Richard is well placed to be Cape Brett Walkways head guide.
www.capebrettwalks.co.nz /about.htm   (317 words)

  
 Bay of Islands, New Zealand - Cape Brett & Hole in the Rock Tour - Scenic Pacific
Bay of Islands - Cape Brett & Hole in the Rock
Cruise to Cape Brett by high speed catamaran for a special experience as you travel through the famous 'Hole in the Rock'.
Travel through the Hole in the Rock, the highlight of your tour (subject to sea conditions) - a boxed lunch is included with the cruise.
www.scenicpacific.co.nz /trip.cfm/trip-10000020   (361 words)

  
 Uniworld
Enjoy a cruise to Cape Brett and Piercy Island, and travel through the famous Hole in the Rock.
At Cape Reinga wander out to the lighthouse, and enjoy the spectacular views as your guide relates the story of this deeply spiritual place.
Board a high speed catamaran and cruise the inner islands through game fishing waters en route to Cape Brett lighthouse, and the famous "Hole in the Rock." Later in the day, drive to Auckland where you will check into your hotel and meet up with your fellow travelers.
www.uniworld.com /extension_overview.asp?Extension_ID=204   (387 words)

  
 SetSail.com - the serious cruising sailor's website
We reached Cape Brett, the southern promontory of the Bay of Islands at about 0400 hours.
Piercy Island, which juts out of the water just east of Cape Brett, is quite unique with its arches and caves, the largest, called "the Hole in the Rock," is big enough to sail through with a small yacht.
We alternated between becalmed with flogging sails to "bullets" of wind gusting to 20+ knots as we tacked our way through the turbulent channel, which in the darkness appeared to be just a few boat lengths wide.
www.setsail.com /s_logs/backhus/george147.html   (1017 words)

  
 NATUREANDCO.COM - Visit the Coast of Northland and the Bay of Islands, New Zealand
In spite of this, south of Ninety Mile Beach it is wild and rugged, bordered by several of the largest kauri forests such as Waipoua and Warawara.
Cape Reinga, at the north-western tip of the North Island.
The northern extremity of New Zealand is protected in a 23,000 ha (57,500 acres) set of 4 reserves collectively named the Te Paki Farm Park.
natureandco.co.nz /travel_and_adventure/sightsee/coastal/far-north.php3   (493 words)

  
 Cape Brett "Hole in the Rock" Cruise departs Auckland
Cape Brett "Hole in the Rock" Cruise departs Auckland.
The highlight is passing through the famous "Hole in the Rock".
Cape Brett "Hole in the Rock" Cruise departs Auckland - Auckland, New Zealand
www.nz.com /new-zealand/activities/auckland/cape-brett-hole-in-the-rock-cruise-departs-auckland.aspx   (346 words)

  
 The Brettish Empire - Later Stages
Here a man in a fl cape comes in the window with a blast of mist and he seduces a girl on the bed, and there isn't a laugh or a titter in the place.
Tragically, Jeremy Brett's "breakdown" was not simply a temporary condition caused by grief and overwork.
In the course of his treatment it was determined that Jeremy was actually suffering from bipolar disorder (commonly known as manic depression).
www.brettish.com /later-stages.html   (3347 words)

  
 A2_Cape_Brett
The coastline from Cape Brett to Taiharuru Head is basically comprised of steep eroding cliffs and associated inter-tidal reefs.
The coastline from Cape Brett to Taiharuru Head provides a variety of habitats for marine and coastal flora and fauna, from open sand and gravel beaches, and open rocky shores, through to more sheltered harbour and estuarine environments.
A number of significant estuarine areas are found between Cape Brett and Taiharuru Head.
www.edesignz.co.nz /hosted/rakiora/A2_Brett.htm   (5172 words)

  
 ART TALKS with the Cape Museum of Fine Arts at The Artistic Forum
The strength of Harold Brett's painting is in the primacy of the subject - his intention is to tell us something about the subject through his subtle and effortless technique.
Brett's life from Delaware to Cape Cod put him in contact with corporate and religious leaders, boat captains, publishers and writers.
Brett always contended that the visual images on magazine covers and in the content were the primary vehicle for sales.
www.artisticforum.com /ArtTalksCMFA-1_01.html   (539 words)

  
 Bay of Islands Cape Brett "Hole in the Rock" Cruise
Bay of Islands Cape Brett "Hole in the Rock" Cruise.
Bay of Islands Cape Brett "Hole in the Rock" Cruise - Paihia or Russell, Bay of Islands, New Zealand
Bay of Islands Cape Brett "Hole in the Rock" Cruise - Sightseeing Cruise - Starting from around NZ $68.00 per person - Paihia.
www.nz.com /new-zealand/activities/paihia/bay-of-islands-cape-brett-hole-in-the-rock-cruise.aspx   (456 words)

  
 Bay of Islands Tours - New Zealand - Cape Brett & Hole in the Rock Tour, New Zealand - Scenic Pacific
Travel to Cape Reinga at the very top of New Zealand, cruise the Bay of Islands to Cape Brett and discover the history of the colonisation in Russell.
Visit Cape Reinga, at the very top of New Zealand.Travel via Ninety Mile Beach, see magnificent examples of the mighty Kauri tree and visit the Wagener Museum before returning to Paihia late afternoon.
Cruise through the famous 'Hole in the Rock' (in safe sea conditions) at Cape Brett, a real highlight.
www.scenicpacific.co.nz /trip.cfm/trip-10000021   (449 words)

  
 Bay of Islands: Historic Russell / Cape Reinga / Cape Brett
CAPE REINGA TOUR: Join a full day tour to the top of the North Island.
CAPE REINGA: The top of New Zealand where the Pacific Ocean crashes into the Tasman Sea.
CAPE BRETT: The Hole in the Rock Cruise, this has to be one of NZ's most famous off shore experiences (subject to sea conditions)
homepages.ihug.co.nz /~stours/tour_14.htm   (385 words)

  
 Fullers
A Cape Reinga tour for those who wish to spend time enjoying the magnificent natural wonders of the North.
You will be over-awed by the grandeur of the mighty Kauri trees, the expanse of Ninety Mile Beach and the mystique of Cape Reinga.
There are numerous stops for you to take in the scenic highlights and activities.
www.fullers-bay-of-islands.co.nz /tour6.aspx   (207 words)

  
 Cape Brett Details
Over 250 runners and walkers entered the 35km Helly Hansen Cape Brett Challenge and 15km Ultimate Direction off-road runs from Rawhiti in the Bay of Islands in warm sunny conditions on Saturday.
The gruelling 35km run to Cape Brett which features over 1700 vertical metres of climbing was won by Michael Adams, previously of Wellington but now from Auckland.
Those “minor undulations” along the ridge to Cape Brett though are still there and the rain doesn't seem to have washed away much from the top of them.
www.capebrettchallenge.co.nz /update.html   (1442 words)

  
 bymnews.com
That’s not the worst forecast the race fleet could receive, but it does mean that a new race record is unlikely: previous records have been set in South and Southeasterly conditions, allowing the boats to reach up the coast to Cape Brett, where they bear away and run towards the finish line under full spinnaker.
This fleet will probably be tacking upwind until Cape Brett, when they will be able to ease sheets for the last leg into Russell township.
Wired is owned by former Etchell national champ Rob Bassett and Brett Russell, and while she is yet to race, her specifications have already made her the handicapper’s favourite for line honours.
www.bymnews.com /new/content/view/36497/50   (706 words)

  
 Kiwi Eco Tours -   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-29)
The Cape Brett track is Northland's answer to the Milford track and requires a good level of fitness.
The boat takes you to Piercy Island and the "Hole in the Rock" before dropping you ashore at the lighthouse landing on Cape Brett (see Tour Map).
The journey encompasses the undulating terrain of the Cape Brett peninsula, allowing unsurpassed views of the Eastern Bay of Islands from prominent and historical sites.
www.kiwiecotours.co.nz /brett/index.htm   (199 words)

  
 Bay of Islands New Zealand Destination Guide Attractions Activities Maps Regional Highlights
The finest Maritime Park in New Zealand with its 140 islands, secluded bays, an abundance of marine life and spectacular scenery is a haven for holiday makers who enjoy sea activities and the beauty of the uncrowded sub-tropical sandy beaches and native forests.
This is an ideal place to use as a base for expeditions to other Northland destinations including Cape Reinga, located at the very tip of New Zealand where the Tasman Sea meets the mighty Pacific Ocean.
Paihia is the main visitor centre for the Bay of Islands and is the starting point for many sightseeing cruises including the Cape Brett Hole-in-the-Rock cruise, boat hires, diving and swimming with the dolphins excursions.
www.horizon.co.nz /region-boi.asp   (549 words)

  
 Cape Brett "Hole in the Rock" Cruise departs Auckland
The modern high speed catamaran escorts you in comfort around the Bay, past sandy beaches, rocky outcrops and the many varied island landscapes as you make your way out to the Cape Brett Lighthouse.
You will then pass through the famous Cape Brett "Hole in the Rock" at Motukokako Island and on to view the majestic Grand Cathedral Cave.
Blast out to Motukokako Island and pass through the "Hole in the Rock" into the majestic Grand Cathedral Cave and back past Cape Brett Lighthouse.
www.affiliate.viator.com /brochure/product_show.jsp?CODE=2105_1DT_CB&ID=1010&PRODUCTID=1016&AUID=3672   (764 words)

  
 Details for Fullers Cape Brett Hole in the Rock Cruise
Fullers Cape Brett Hole in the Rock Cruise
Our high speed vessel will whisk you on a comfortable journey out through game fishing waters to the Cape Brett Lighthouse.
Next is Motukokako Island and the famous "Hole in the Rock"; the excitement grows as we make a passage through the Hole and on to the majestic Grand Cathedral Cave.
justbookme.com /fullers_details.php?actid=24   (242 words)

  
 Bay of Islands New Zealand Activities, Attractions and Tourist Information   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-29)
The Waitangi golf course across the water from Russell has one of the most panoramic courses in the country and welcomes visiting players.
Cruise to the famous "Hole in the Rock" off Cape Brett at the entrance to the Bay of Islands
Cape Reinga, the west coast Kauri forests and the city of Whangarei are all easy day trips from Tapeka
www.tapeka.com /activities.htm   (1239 words)

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