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	Hokianga Tourism Association
		The Hokianga Harbour is a drowned river, fed by the tidal waters of the Tasman Sea and the tributaries that twist and turn their way through the hills.
		The area of the Hokianga is defined by the catchments that feed its rivers and streams.
		Come to the Hokianga to relax and enjoy the tranquility of un spoilt nature, explore the historical evidence of the short time that man has been here, or come to experience fun and adventure.
	www.hokiangatourism.org.nz (465 words)

	Hokianga -- Facts, Info, and Encyclopedia article (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
		Hokianga is considered to be one of the oldest settlements for the Maori, and is still a heartland for the people.
		Rahiri, the 17th century founder of the Ngapuhi iwi was born at Whiria (A unit of pressure equal to one newton per square meter) pa to the south of the harbour, where a monument now stands to his memory.
		The first major industry of the region was based around the (White close-grained wood of a tree of the genus Agathis especially Agathis australis) kauri trees, both logging and the gum, the strong thick resin which came from the trees.
	www.absoluteastronomy.com /encyclopedia/h/ho/hokianga.htm (1737 words)

	Hokianga's History
		Once arrived in the Hokianga harbour they settled, one on the north side, the other on the south, so founding the peoples of the north who are now known as the Ngapuhi.
		The narrow Hokianga harbour entrance was missed by explorers credited with 'discovering' New Zealand and remained unmapped until 1820, but over at the Bay of Islands there was an early and rapid invasion of whalers and traders bearing iron tools, wool and cotton materials and of course muskets.
		Hokianga did not get electric power until the early 1950's; before that it was kerosene lamps and petrol engine for the milking machine, or diesel generator shared between house and shed.
	communities.co.nz /Hokianga/Feature.cfm?WPID=208 (3011 words)

	Car Rental New Zealand - Hokianga
		With seven different models available Hokianga are sure to have a vehicle to meet you holiday needs, including four wheel drives and minibuses.
		Hokianga even offers complimentary transfers between the airport and our branches in Auckland and Christchurch on the day you pick-up your vehicle and again when you return it.
		The team at Hokianga over twenty years experience in the industry and are more than happy to offer itinerary suggestions and the benefit of their local knowledge.
	www.rental.net.nz /_car_rental_new_zealand_hokianga.htm (211 words)

	HOKIANGA HARBOUR, NEW ZEALAND, Felix & Rita Schaad, Horeke, Northland
		The Hokianga is the geographical area around the bizarrely shaped Hokianga Harbour situated on the West Coast of New Zealand.
		The Hokianga Hospital in Rawene where surgery is no longer performed, is the center of the local health trust and the 9 health clinics in the area are visited by a general practitioner once or twice a week.
		The total number of the population in the Hokianga is around 7'000.
	www.geocities.com /Athens/Aegean/2796/geograph.htm (368 words)

	DNZB / BIOGRAPHY
		He was the second son of Tapua, leader and tohunga of Ngati Hao of Hokianga, and the younger brother of Patuone, the inheritor of their father's mana.
		In all the Hokianga troubles of the 1820s and 1830s Maori competition for control of traders was the common theme.
		The prosperity of Hokianga and of the north was threatened by the removal of the capital from Kororareka (Russell) to Auckland, the imposition of customs duties, and restrictions on the felling of kauri.
	www.dnzb.govt.nz /dnzb/Essay_Body.asp?PersonEssay=1N2&QuickSearch=true (2206 words)

	Car Hire New Zealand - Hokianga (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
		Hokianga even offers complimentary transfers between the airport and our branches in Auckland and Christchurch on the day you pick-up your vehicle and again when you return it.
		The team at Hokianga over twenty years experience in the industry and are more than happy to offer itinerary suggestions and the benefit of their local knowledge.
		For those on a budget Hokianga also offer a range of camping equipment including tents, bedding and cooking utensils that can be hired along with your rental car.
	rental.net.nz /_car_hire_new_zealand_hokianga.htm (211 words)

	Hokianga Rentals New Zealand
		Hokianga Rentals - A Campervan or Rental Car is an exciting and convenient way to discover NZ.
		Hokianga has New Zealand campervans in Auckland and Christchurch.
		You'll be sure to have a enjoyable holiday with Hokianga New Zealand.
	www.rental.net.nz /_hokianga_rentals.htm (124 words)

	Hokianga - Destination Northland
		Known also as Te Kohanga o Te Tai Tokerau (the nest of the northern tribes), it is the central point from which most Northland Maori trace their ancestry.
		Many small picturesque villages dot the Hokianga, including the twin settlements of Omapere and Opononi (made famous in 1955-56 by Opo the dolphin).
		Hokianga has a wide range of accommodation available, from bed and breakfasts, farm stays, backpackers and camping grounds to hotels and motels.
	northlandnz.com /destinations/west_coast/hokianga.htm (454 words)

	Hokianga travel guide - Wikitravel
		The Hokianga [1] [2]is a region surrounding the Hokianga Harbour in the Far North of Northland, on the North Island of New Zealand.
		The eleven rivers that feed the Hokianga are the paths their children made.
		In recent times, the remoteness of the Hokianga, combined with a lack of investment in the region gave it a reputation as being one of the most poverty stricken parts of the country.
	wikitravel.org /en/Hokianga (1147 words)

	Hokianga holiday homes accommodation - holiday houses, house, baches, bach, home, vacation rentals
		Below is a list of Hokianga holiday homes, houses, baches, appartments and other accommodation to rent.
		The cottage is set in the central part of the historic town of Rawene on the Hokianga.
		Palm view is a fully self contained 2 bedroom cottage with uninterupted Hokianga harbour, sea and sand hill views.
	www.holidayhouses.co.nz /Hokianga.asp (535 words)

	Hokianga, Northland and Bay of Islands - Four Corners New Zealand Travel Guide
		Also known as Hokianga-Nui-A-Kupe – The Place of Kupe's great return – Hokianga is one of Northland’s most sacred locations.
		Many North Island Maori trace their ancestors to the Hokianga, and the tribal canoe which landed there.
		The beautiful Hokianga Harbour is a must for any visitor to the far North.
	www.fourcorners.co.nz /new-zealand/hokianga (246 words)

	The Hokianga Vehicle Ferry
		New Zealand?s Hokianga Harbour Ferry crossing on Northlands twin coast discovery route, highway 12.
		The Ferry crosses the Hokianga Harbour Narrows between Rawene on the South and Kohu Kohu on the Northern side of the harbour.
		Hokianga vehicle ferry about to depart from the Rawene pier and cross the Hokianga harbour to Kohu Kohu where its passengers will continue North to Ninety Mile Beach, Cape Reinga, Coopers surf beach and other attractions in Northland.
	communities.co.nz /Rawene/ferry.cfm (230 words)

	CATHOLIC ENCYCLOPEDIA: New Zealand
		The official figures show that the Maori population fell from 41,93 in 1891 to 39,854 in 1896, increased to 43,143 in 1901, and further to 47,731 in 1906 (last census year).
		The cross was planted in the house of the first Catholic settler of the colony.
		(b) The Diocese of Auckland (districts: Rotorua, headquarters of the provincial of the mission, Matata, Tauranga, Hokianga, Okaihau, Whangaroa, Wangarei, Dargaville, and Coromandel) has 57 stations and 22 churches, served by 16 priests, of whom 9 are wholly and 7 are partly engaged on the Maori mission.
	www.newadvent.org /cathen/11040a.htm (3257 words)

	Omapere Tourist Hotel/The Resort/The Resort
		is the heart of Hokianga, cradled in the arms of the harbour.The hotel rests on the water's edge in a breathtaking setting.
		Copthorne Hotel and Resort Hokianga is a family business, passionately run by your hosts Shane and Pip Lloydd who have a history with the Hokianga area.
		Hokianga has activities to suit every mood, be it outdoor, historical or cultural interests: From riding sand dunes, sailing or fishing in the deep blue to horse trekking and exploring natural wonders or just contemplating while gently strolling along the shoreline.
	www.omapere.co.nz /view.asp?webpage=42 (202 words)

	Hokianga Home Page
		Many quaint villages dot the Hokianga including the twin settlement of Omapere and Opononi made famous in 1955-56 by Opo the dolphin.
		Hokianga has a wide range of accommodation, suiting the needs of all budgets, from Bed and Breakfasts, farm stays, backpackers and camping grounds to hotels and motels.
		Hokianga Tourism Association, is an Association of Tourism based businesses servicing the Hokianga area.
	www.hokianga.co.nz /Hokianga.cfm (538 words)

	Campervan Hire New Zealand - Hokianga
		Choose from Hokianga's large fleet of 2 Campervans or quality Rental Cars to tour at your own pace and on your own itinerary.
		Hokianga Rentals have some great ideas for special interest touring that would be perfect in your Hokianga Campervan.
		With your transport and accommodation all in one, a Hokianga Campervan is a hassle-free, affordable way to tour wineries, golf courses, gardens and much more!
	www.rental.net.nz /_campervan_hire_new_zealand_hokianga.htm (213 words)

	Neue Seite 1 (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
		Hokianga Harbour's Ecotourism Adventure, Wairere Boulders, Northland, New Zealand, Horeke, trekking, tramping or walking an eco-tourism or eco tourist place
		The Cottage in the Wairere Valley, Horeke, Hokianga Harbour, Northland, New Zealand
		Hokianga, Wairere Boulders, Valley in Horeke, Hokianga Harbour, Northland, New Zealand
	www.wairereboulders.co.nz /all_pages.htm (1177 words)

	Far North District Council - Hokianga Harbour Crossing
		The Far North District Council is studying options for the Hokianga Harbour Crossing Project.
		A full community consultation and information programme will be followed, including iwi consultation and discussion on economic or social impacts on areas that might be affected by the project.
		Hokianga Harbour Crossing Study – the Current Position (timeline)
	www.fndc.govt.nz /misc/ihokiangabridge.asp (589 words)

	NATUREANDCO.COM - Visit Puketi and Omahuta Forests - Northland - New Zealand
		In Omahuta the giant is Hokianga, the 8th largest kauri in New Zealand and possibly the tallest in Northland at 53.3 m (174.9').
		Te Tangi o te Tui is Puketi's giant, the fourth in the country with a height of 50.9 m (167'), a diameter of 3.94 m (12.9'), and a clean bole at more than 30 m (98.4').
		Kopi fell in 1973 and is still visible close to Hokianga.
	www.natureandco.com /land_and_wildlife/regions/northland/for-park/visit-puketi.php3 (443 words)

	SHORE LINE IN THE HOKIANGA (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
		The Hokianga has many beautiful shores and beaches.
		This is a view towards the village called Omapere on the right side on the south shore of the Hokianga.
		On the left is the north shore of the Hokianga Harbour with its golden sand dunes.
	homepages.ihug.co.nz /~schaad/hokianga/shore.htm (72 words)

	Tourism Attractions in the Hokianga Harbour, New Zealand (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
		The Hokianga Harbour has many unique and stunning natural icons, that can be visited all year round.
		The 3 main nature attractions of the Hokianga Harbour can be visited all year round.
		Most of the Kauri forests are in the Hokianga Harbour area.
	www.hokiangatourism.org.nz /dowhat (401 words)

	Upnorth - Your guide to Northland, New Zealand.
		A single bridge across the Hokianga to Rawene makes the most sense out of the bridge options, but do we really want an eyesore stradling the Harbour, and it does nothing to make the Hokianga Hospital more accessible to Horeke.
		Lets see improved ferry services across the Hokianga, it would be much more people friendly and a great attraction for tourist, who are becoming the lifeblood for the economic depressed Hokianga.
		The much awaited expensive Hokianga Crossing Report was found very disappointing to many of the Councillors there, councillors querring what they got for the $300,000, a three page report.
	www.upnorth.co.nz /modules.php?name=Forums&file=viewtopic&t=4 (2764 words)

	A Cross-Cultural Community \| Kohukohu Primary School - Te Kura O Kohukohu (Hokianga, Northland, New Zealand)
		This is a vibrant community making the most of being a backwater on the mighty Hokianga Harbour.
		According to legend, the great Maori navigator, Kupe, landed here and gave the Hokianga its name, which literally means "return there".
		It is said, once you have had the clay of the Hokianga on your feet you will always want to come back.
	www.kohukohu.school.nz /community.html (483 words)

	Tui Campervans Motorhomes: Paihia - Hokianga
		Drive south to Kaikohe in your Tui Motorhome and through to Opononi or Omapere in the Hokianga Harbour area.
		Hokianga has a wide range of accommodation available, from 'Bed and Breakfasts', farmstays, backpackers and camping grounds to motels.
		Hokianga Harbour, also known as Te Kohanga o Te Tai Tokerau ('the nest of the northern tribes'), is the central point from which most Northland Maori trace their ancestry.
	www.tuicampers.co.nz /travelguide/paihia-hokianga.html (281 words)

	Pinrole panoramas of the Hokianga (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
		Kupe the great Polynesian navigator used Hokianga as his main base about 1000 years ago.
		Two essay exhibitions have been held at Boatshed Café Rawene and "Woodhenge" image was shown at the International Pinhole Exhibition at Shadowcatchers Gallery, Auckland in 2000.
		You can find out more about Hokianga at www.hokianga.co.nz.
	auckland.net.nz /wjones/hokianga.html (124 words)

	Wairere Boulders, Hokianga Harbour, EcoTour , New Zealand EcoTour, North Island EcoTour (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
		New Zealand's Hokianga ecotourism, wilderness experience leading you over bridges, steps and stairs through a unique geomorphic valley featuring thousands of basalt boulders and rocks.
		A walkway going over many bridges steps and stairs leads you over, under, between and around the boulders into the back of the valley, onto a platform from where you can enjoy the view over the valley.
		Its location is Horeke in the Hokianga Harbour, Northland, New Zealand.
	www.realadventures.com /listings/1024970.htm (253 words)

	Hokianga Tui Tuia Crafts
		Promoting the traditional skills and knowledge of the Northern and Hokianga styles of carving in wood, bone and stone, and weaving with a unique blend of beautiful handcrafted MAORI DESIGNED crafts available.
		our designs are taken from what we see in the flow and rythms of our sacred river Hokianga and the mountains that surround us.
		You can also visit the carving studio in Rawene, Hokianga which is in Manning Street, the street that leads to the Rawene Motor Camp.
	www.taitokerau.co.nz /tui_tuia.htm (293 words)

	Directory - Regional: Oceania: New Zealand: Northland: Localities: Hokianga
		Hokianga · Offers comprehensive information on the Hokianga region.
		Environmental Writing and Design · Conservationist and writer Lindsay Charman-Love produces signs for parks in New Zealand combining poetic language and vivid digital images to interpret environmental and historic relationships for park visitors.
		Hokianga Harbour · Directoy of attractions, activities, accommodation and food outlets.
	www.incywincy.com /default?p=585543 (185 words)

	Hokianga Haven (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
		Hokianga Haven's self contained studio B and B offers top quality, spacious accommodation with private bathroom, super king bed, simple cooking facility plus BBQ and SKY TV in a delightful ground floor studio with independent entry and direct access to the beach.
		Hokianga Haven is within leisurely walking distance, by beach or road, to shops, restaurants, bars, crafts, takeaways, wharves and the picturesque South Head.
		Other unique recreational activities include glorious bush walks, swimming, sandboarding, fishing, horse riding or trekking, harbour cruises, visiting local artists, weaving classes, museum and historical sites.
	www.hokiangahaven.co.nz (145 words)

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