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 cockle - Hutchinson encyclopedia article about cockle   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-18)
The common cockle Cerastoderma edule is up to 5 cm/2 in across, and is found in sand or mud on shores and in estuaries around northern European and Mediterranean coasts.
Cockles are gathered in large numbers for food.
It was laughable, while we glanced along, as it were, at the tail of a thunderbolt, to observe two dusty foot travellers in the old pilgrim guise, with cockle shell and staff, their mystic rolls of parchment in their hands and their intolerable burdens on their backs.
encyclopedia.farlex.com /cockle   (245 words)

  
 Obstructing the wind
The coastal holiday park Pauanui in Coromandel, New Zealand, is protected from the sea wind by a shelter belt of pine trees.
At the Long Bay marine reserve in north Auckland, New Zealand, a grove of tall pine trees obstructs the wind, causing the sea to erode the beach in front of it.
At Whangamata in the Coromandel Peninsula, New Zealand, a shelter belt and a surf lifesavers club house obstruct the beach which is eroding right here because the tall structures obstruct the sea wind from an otherwise healthy beach.
www.seafriends.org.nz /oceano/beachblo.htm   (2944 words)

  
 Tiritiri Matangi marine reserve proposal
The New Zealand Underwater Association is proposing a marine reserve in the waters around Tiritiri Matangi Island and the Whangaparaoa Peninsula in the Hauraki Gulf, New Zealand.
Okoromai Bay is a silty sand bay with a dense bed of sea grass (Zostera) and cockles.
New Zealand is developing a network of marine protected areas both regionally and nationally to help conserve our biodiversity.
www.seafriends.org.nz /issues/war/tiri.htm   (4558 words)

  
 Bay View B&B Homestay : Cockle Bay : Howick : Auckland
Cockle Bay is a suburb of Howick which is just half an hour from both the city centre and the airport.
Botany Town Centre, a large new shopping centre is nearby but if you prefer being outdoors, there are several excellent golf courses and scenic walks in the area.
Also, Cockle Bay Beach with a delightful restaurant is but a minute's walk away.
www.babs.co.nz /bayview   (223 words)

  
 Ecological Investments - News   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-18)
The New Zealand Royal Commission on Genetic Modification recommendations to proceed cautiously is just about the worst outcome we could have expected and it must not be allowed to become government policy.
If New Zealand’s total output of foodstuffs were organically based we would become an extremely wealthy nation with full employment while enhancing our natural environment.
With our relatively ecologically healthy environment and geographic isolation New Zealand should be concentrating on building gene banks to stock pile genetically pure life forms as these will produce far more sustainable wealth than any GE product.
www.ecologicalinvestments.com /news.htm   (374 words)

  
 Cockle Bay Homestay in Auckland, New Zealand near Howick Historical Village , Regional Parks (walking), Horse Riding ...   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-18)
Cockle Bay Homestay in Auckland, New Zealand near Howick Historical Village, Regional Parks (walking), Horse Riding and Farm Show, Beaches, Ferries to various islands, Fly in a Dakota, Seabird Coast, Boating Bed and Breakfast Inn
We offer you very warm welcome to our comfortable and tasefully decorated home, situated in a lovely old and quiet location of Cockle Bay, one of five beaches in the Howick area.
Howick is an old Settlors Village built around 1840 on the eastern side of Auckland, City of Sails, which is the largest city in New Zealand.
www.innsite.com /inns/A004409.html   (367 words)

  
 New Zealand - Cockle Bay ??
New Zealand > New Zealand Immigration and Living In New Zealand > Locations
I live about 10 mins from cockle bay in Halfmoon bay and it is nice there.
New Zealand Immigration and Living In New Zealand
www.emigratenz.org /forum/showthread.php?t=2444   (145 words)

  
 Auckland Suburbs
These lists of suburbs are arranged geographically, and are presented clockwise according to their direction from the city centre.
Mechanics Bay, Parnell, Remuera, Newmarket, Grafton, Newton, Mount Eden, Balmoral, Morningside, Grey Lynn, Ponsonby, Freemans Bay, Herne Bay, Saint Marys Bay.
Owairaka, New Windsor, Avondale, Mount Albert, Kingsland, Waterview, Western Springs, Point Chevalier, Westmere.
www.virtualoceania.net /newzealand/photos/cities/auckland/suburbs   (206 words)

  
 australia new zealand escorted group tour with choices of hotel, airfare from lax,sightseeing and some meals
Auckland, sprawling across the isthmus between the Tasman Sea and the Pacific Ocean, is noted for its extensive parks, beautiful gardens, warm, sunny climate, and its beautiful Waitemata Harbour.
This afternoon, enjoy a city tour, which includes Kelly Tarlton's Antarctic Encounter and Underwater World, the Native New Zealand Encounter Show at the Auckland Zoo, Waitemata Harbour, and a cruise onboard a Pride of Auckland yacht.
Continue on to Rainbow Springs where you will be introduced to New Zealand's flora and fauna, including the elusive kiwi.
www.ytravelc.com /NewZealandAustraliaEscapade.htm   (953 words)

  
 Macleans College - Cockle Bay School, 50th Jubilee
Cockle Bay School will be celebrating their 50th Jubilee 17 - 18 March 2006.
If you are a past pupil, teacher or associate of the school please join us in celebrating 50 great years.
For a registration form please check the school website www.cocklebay.school.nz, telephone the school on 534 8333 or email cocklebayjubilee@hotmail.com
www.macleans.school.nz /news/pages/2005/cockleb_50.htm   (61 words)

  
 Tour Search • Tours To Go
Interact with dolphins and swim with dugongs in Shark Bay and Monky Mia world heritage regions.
Discover Old and New Parliament House, the National Gallery, the War Memorial, the Australian Institute of Sport, and The Australian Mint.
Discover new technology and science at the Canberra Observatory and CSIRO Discovery Centre.
tourstogo.com   (946 words)

  
 New Zealand Bicycle Tours - New Zealand: The South Island 2007   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-18)
Be the first to learn about new tours, eNews exclusive offers and discounts, and stay up to date on itinerary enhancements.
This leading 4½ star hotel offers spacious peaceful rooms and is just a stone's throw from Sydney's best attractions with Darling Harbour and Cockle Bay, Sydney Entertainment Centre, Chinatown, Central Station, Sydney Aquarium, the monorail and major shopping areas all within easy walking distance.
There are local sheep stations (when available) with opportunity for guests to learn about the daily life of a New Zealander.
www.vbt.com /TourDetails.aspx?DestinationID=14   (834 words)

  
 Local named to NZ's governing Baha'i body
He was among five Manukau City residents at the 49th New Zealand election in Auckland recently.
Since the introduction of the Baha’í faith in to New Zealand in 1912, it has grown rapidly, drawing from all age groups and a wide range of racial, social, occupational and religious backgrounds.
There are around 4000 Bahá’ís in New Zealand, and around five million globally.
www.times.co.nz /cms/news/2005/05/art10005131.php   (362 words)

  
 Old City Philadelphia, New Year's Menu - the Plough & the Stars
New Year’s Eve at the Plough and the Stars
Alaskan Crab Salad with Sliced Avocado, Irish Wild Smoked Salmon with a Dublin Bay Cockle, Citrus Ceviche.
Rack of New Zealand Lamb and Jumbo Lumb Crab Cake in a Curry Sabayon Sauce.
www.ploughstars.com /old_city_philadelphia_menus_new_years_menu.php   (277 words)

  
 PNZ News   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-18)
Bryan is a retired New Zealand Army officer with 30 years of service.
Bryan’s involvement with petanque was firstly with the Levin Petanque Club and then as one of the founders and the first President of the Horowhenua Petanque Club.
A further weekend will be held in the Wellington Region early in the new year.
www.petanquenz.com /pnz_news.htm   (348 words)

  
 Thumbnails
We are also invited to smell the roses, hug the trees, talk to the birds, and sit on the benches and picnic on the lawns, at the Royal Botanic Gardens in Sydney.
An array of historic water craft, including this New Zealand gaff-rigged cutter, at the National Maritime Museum.
View of Blackwattle Bay, Rozelle Bay and the Anzac Bridge, with Darling Harbour in the foreground, from the top of the AMP Tower.
www.adagiomarine.com /year2003/assets_sydney2003/index.html   (377 words)

  
 TheInnkeeper.com Member: Cockle Bay Homestay - A Bed and Breakfast in Auckland, new zealand.
TheInnkeeper.com Member: Cockle Bay Homestay - A Bed and Breakfast in Auckland, new zealand.
A Bed and Breakfast in Auckland, New Zealand
Use this form to send an email to Cockle Bay Homestay for more information about rates, availability, or other special requests.
www.theinnkeeper.com /bnb/105840   (214 words)

  
 Sydney New South Wales Australia | Qantas Vacations
Cockle Bay is a fusion of dining, entertainment and arts.
Wander through “The Rocks” markets every Saturday and Sunday and be entertained with street theater and live music while you browse for quality Australian arts and crafts.
Shopping There are many great shopping areas, including the magnificent Queen Victoria building and the exclusive suburbs of Rose Bay and Double Bay.
www.qantasvacations.com /sydney-new-south-wales.htm   (411 words)

  
 Sydney Australia Vacation Guide:romantic Australian honeymoons, vacations   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-18)
Situated on Sydney Harbour, adjacent to Circular Quay, The Rocks lies beneath the giant arch of the Sydney Harbour Bridge and overlooking the famous sails of the Opera House.
On the way to Penrith from Sydney, at Eastern Creek, is Australia's Wonderland, a major fun and theme park for Sydney, together with the Australian Wildlife Park where visitors discover the beauty of Australia's flora and fauna.
The Hawkesbury River, flowing from Richmond to Broken Bay, north of Palm Beach, provides a playground for fishing, cruising, canoeing and waterskiing.
www.australiavacationguide.com /Sydney_Overview.html   (1269 words)

  
 About Sydney, NSW
Cockle Bay is a colorful fusion of dining, entertainment and arts.
Wander through “The Rocks” markets every Saturday and Sunday and be entertained with great street theater and live music while you browse for quality Australian arts and crafts.
There are many great shopping areas, including the magnificent Queen Victoria building, Paddington and the exclusive suburbs of Rose Bay and Double Bay –known also for their cosmopolitan cafe society.
www.qantasvacations.com /sydney.htm   (515 words)

  
 Cockle Bay Homestay Bed and Breakfast - Howick, Auckland, New Zealand   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-18)
Cockle Bay Homestay Bed and Breakfast - Howick, Auckland, New Zealand
Back home after a great holiday in New Zealand.
Many thanks for your warm welcome, generous hospitality and helpful information.
www.bnbnz.co.nz   (31 words)

  
 Cockle Bay School - Home   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-18)
We are lucky to have so many bilingual children at Cockle Bay School who have brought a rich mixture of cultures into our school environment.
It is important for these children to retain their first language while learning to speak and write English.
Together we face many challenges but with excellent resources children soon show progress and develop superb work ethics.
www.cocklebay.school.nz   (293 words)

  
 Reservation Enquiry at Cockle Bay Homestay ( B & B ) in Auckland, New Zealand
Reservation Enquiry at Cockle Bay Homestay (B & B) in Auckland, New Zealand
Please note that all fields marked with a star must be completed.
Contact details are collected in case there is a problem with the email address.
www.bandbclub.com /reservation.phtml?id=185   (84 words)

  
 Cockle Bay Local Information and Community Notices
Motels / B&Bs I have just renovated my home overlooking Cockle Bay Beach to the islands beyond and opened it as a B and B - great venue for people here on business, attending a wedding etc. 3 rooms available.
If you can't find a suitable category, use similar or miscellaneous category.
You can email a request for us to set up a new category.
www.local.co.nz /disp.php?area=cocklebay   (278 words)

  
 Petanque.org: Cockle Bay Pétanque Club
A picture from The Cockle Bay Pétanque Club at Auckland New Zealand.
We have been playing for 10 years, have 70 members, play twice weekly all year round.
Now that Christmas is close at hand, here are some buying-advice for those that are 100% focused on petanque!
www.petanque.org /pictures/300.shtml   (251 words)

  
 Petanque.org: New Zealand International Open
Pictures from New Zealand International Open Triples, and Ladies Doubles, 10, 11 January 2004 at Auckland.
Both the mens and womens teams from Tahiti won all the events, including the shooting competition.
Sent in by Bev and Buster Emson, Cockle Bay Club.
www.petanque.org /pictures/303.shtml   (253 words)

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