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	Mokoia Island - Biocrawler
		Mokoia Island is located in Lake Rotorua in New Zealand.
		The island is a rhyolite dome, rising to 180 metres above the lake surface.
		The island is sacred to Maori of the Arawa iwi, and is the location of one of the most famous legends of New Zealand, that of Hinemoa and Tutanekai, which has parallels with the classical Greek tale of Hero and Leander, but with a happier ending.
	www.biocrawler.com /encyclopedia/Mokoia_Island (192 words)

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		That project ended in 1956, and its main effect on the island was probably a population explosion of rats due to the grain used to feed the pheasants.
		Mokoia is a 15 minute boat trip from Rotorua, and is in an excellent position to allow public access to wildlife and increase public awareness.
		Davidson, R.S. Population dynamics of saddlebacks on Mokoia Island, and implications for reintroduction to the mainland.
	www.massey.ac.nz /~darmstro/mokoia.htm (1455 words)

	New Zealand Birds, Mokoia Island, birding, birdwatching (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-19)
		Mokoia Island is a special place 2km off-shore, which has become home for some of New Zealand's most endangered species and is one of the most important wildlife refuges in the Bay of Plenty.
		Perhaps the most important impact on the Mokoia environment by European settlers was the accidental introduction of the Norway rats which were already well established by the year the Treaty of Waitangi was signed.
		Although Mokoia is still an island refuge, it is special in that it is a mainland island reserve and not an offshore island.
	nzbirds.com /Mokoia.html (701 words)

	History Mokoia in Lake Rotorua - The Sacred Island - History of Mokoia on Lake Rotorua, History NZ
		It was to the shores of Mokoia, that Hinemoa (the daughter of a famous chief) defied her family, and swam some 2 1/2 kilometres from the shores of Lake Rotorua in the dark of night-fall guided by the sound of Tutanekai's flute to be with her one true love.
		Beautiful, fertile, isolated Mokoia has for hundreds of years been occupied at some time or other by members of nearly all the sub tribes around Lake Rotorua who valued it both as a defensive sight and as a unique kumera (sweet potato) plantation which meant that the Island became a hotly contested land area.
		The Island was once a thriving village to Maori and missionaries with an estimated peak population of 2000 or more.
	www.mokoia-island.com /history-of-mokoia.asp (200 words)

	Mokoia Island Tours with Jonz Corporation (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-19)
		Mokoia Island is a special case for Conservation in New Zealand.
		This unique island is an irreplacable asset for conservation owing to its size, location and absence of introduced predators.
		Restoration and protection of Mokoia Island is headed by the Mokoia Island Trust Board while the Department of Conservation provides technical advice and practical support towards the achievement of these goals.
	jonz.co.nz /about.htm (461 words)

	Island Pictures
		The island is of volcanic origin and lies to the south of Saint Thomas in the Charlotte Amalie harbor.
		From 1944 to 1950 the island was under the operation of the Department of Defense.
		The island served as the quarantine station for Otago in the latter 19th and early 20th centuries.
	www.artistbooking.com /trips/115/island-pictures.html (1167 words)

	Mana Adventures - Cultural Adventures, Fun Activites, Mokoia Island, Hire Mountain Bikes, Scooters and more
		Mokoia is the jewel of Rotorua situated in the centre of lake Rotorua unspoilt and uninhabited, with bush right to the water's edge.
		Landing on the shores of Mokoia it is a place of peace and beauty and also a place steeped in Maori history.
		Mokoia is also a wildlife sanctuary for many of New Zealand's native birds including the North Island Brown Kiwi.
	www.manaadventures.co.nz /mokoia.asp (208 words)

	Tarapunga, red-billed gull, Larus novaehollandiae (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-19)
		Mokoia is a favourite haunt of the little birds.
		There is a low, sandy point which runs out to the eastward of Paepaerau beach, on the flat where the islanders have their whares and cultivations.
		Our priests karakia’d to them, recited their charms of propitiation and thanksgiving, and they declared that the birds should be tapu, for they acted as if they were human beings.
	www.nzbirds.com /birds/tarapunga.html (655 words)

	“Welcome to EchoLink Node ZL1VK in Auckland New Zealand”
		It was to Mokoia Island in Lake Rotorua that I went recently with these words of the naturalist Guthrie-Smith in mind to see Hihi, the stitchbird, but although I saw very many Tieke, the saddleback, sadly I did not see any stitchbirds.
		A single self-sustaining population of the species of several thousand remained on Little Barrier Island until the 1980s when in an attempt to establish further populations and ensure the long term survival of the species, the Department of Conservation translocated Hihi to various off shore islands as well as Mokoia Island in Lake Rotorua.
		In 1994, 40 Hihi (20 males and 20 females) were transferred to Mokoia Island but, according to a recent study aimed at trying at ascertain the reasons for the high mortality rate published in the New Zealand Veterinary Journal, the current population remains at about 40.
	www.qsl.net /zl1vk/Stitchbird.html (781 words)

	Ellis Island Pictures
		Ellis Island, located in New York Harbor at the mouth of the Hudson River, was at one time the main immigration port for immigrants entering the United States in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
		The Statue of Liberty, sometimes thought to be on Ellis Island because of its symbolism as a welcome to immigrants, is actually on nearby Liberty Island.
		Ellis Island is also known as a place where people changed their names; however, this is largely legend.
	www.artistbooking.com /trips/55/ellis-island-pictures.html (1299 words)

	FAQ on Mokoia Island - Lake Rotorua - The Sacred Island in Lake Rotorua Cruises Tours Lake Rotorua
		There is ample time on the Island, the cruise and during parts of the cultural performance to take photographs.
		The Island remains close to nature and has many sheltered areas to rest within.
		Transportation is also available on the Mokoia Island Cruises Skatcat vessel, a twin hulled high speed boat that can carry up to 50 passengers.
	www.mokoia-island.com /mokoia-faq.asp (215 words)

	Wanted Ad - Ecology Laboratory (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-19)
		However, recent research on long-tailed bats in Kinleith Forest, a large area of exotic forest located in the centre of the North Island, has found that levels of activity in the forest are extremely high, sometimes rivalling levels recorded in old-growth native forests.
		Mokoia (island) is currently predator and pest animal free, and is the largest island within the Rotorua Lakes Area, containing a population of saddleback, as well as numerous other native bird species.
		The response of invertebrates to the eradication of rodents from Mokoia:
	www.sbs.auckland.ac.nz /research/ecolevol/brunton/ecolab/wantd.html (668 words)

	MAGICAL MELODY: Love Story of Hinemoa and Tutanekai
		New Zealand Traditional Maori Weddings are conducted on Mokoia Island, in Rotorua: Mokia Island Weddings where couples have a truly unique opportunity to experience the Polynesian Maori on a more personal and spiritual level.
		As the Bride and Groom are welcomed onto this Sacred Island they are embraced by the descendents of Hinemoa and Tutanekai with Traditional Maori song and dance.
		On lake Rotorua there is the Island of Mokoia, four kilometers across the water from Owhata.
	www.newciv.org /nl/newslog.php/_v76/__show_article/_a000076-000083.htm (2324 words)

	North Island Hotspots
		After crossing the railway line and first bridge, turn right into Island block road and follow until you reach the T intersection, turn right into Falls Road.
		The lake has NZ dabchick, scaup, and a range of introduced water fowl, most of which can be seen near the town water front.
		Mokoia Is. has translocated stitch bird, saddleback, Nth Is. robin, weka, other natives include bellbird, tui, tomtits, and some white heads.
	members.fortunecity.com /nzbirding/north_island_hotspots.htm (969 words)

	Breakaway New Zealand (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-19)
		Stunning views across the lake to Mokoia Island and magnificent sunsets over the water in the evening.
		Beautiful views across the lake to Mokoia Island and beyond surround the cottage.
		Dining table situated between the kitchen and the main room with views across the lawn and beach to Lake Rotorua and Mokoia Island.
	www.breakawaynz.com /display.php?PROD_ID=2657 (717 words)

	THE MAORI MAGAZINE [electronic resource]
		When Aokapurangi heard that her own people on Mokoia Island were to be among those slain, she pleaded with her husband Te Wera to ask Hongi to spare them.
		They therefore thought that the best thing to do would be to gather on Mokoia Island, taking all their canoes with them and laying in great quantities of food and water, so that they would be able to withstand a siege.
		She took him to Hongi, and a peace was made; as a token of this peace, Hongi gave Hikairo his steel helmet, which was given to him by George IV and which had just saved his life from the Arawa musket.
	teaohou.natlib.govt.nz /teaohou/issue/Mao41TeA/c9.html (1522 words)

	Helipro - Helicopter Charter Services (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-19)
		Rotorua - Main • Mokoia Island • Back to top...
		The island is sacred to Maori of the Arawa iwi, and is the location of one of the most famous legends of New Zealand, that of Hinemoa and Tutanekai.
		The foreshores of the island also have geothermal springs with hot spring water forming the Hinemoa pool.
	www.helipro.co.nz /scenic.php?id=89 (142 words)

	Scenic Highlights : Discount Rotorua Hotels, New Zealand
		The Love Story of Mokoia Island: In the centre of Lake Rotorua, Mokoia Island was the setting for one of New Zealand's greatest love stories, named the tale of Hinemoa and Tutanekai.
		Enjoy a soak in Waikimihia (known as Hinemoa's Pool), on the south eastern side of the island.
		Island Highlights: A range of islands varied by sizes are scattered all around the edges of New Zealand's coastline, where rare bird species or escape hatches for city dwellers can be found.
	www.rotoruahotelpro.com /highlights.htm (516 words)

	Archives of Biddy Alone (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-19)
		I think islands are good bird sanctuaries as it will be a safe place for the birds.
		I think Biddy made the decision to smuggle Kit to the Island because she loved Kit and couldn't bear to live without him.I would have taken my cat if I was faced with the same problem.The closest bird sancuary to us is Whale Island.
		I have only been to Mokoia Island.I think Islands are good places for sanctuaries because there is not much contact with humans or other introduced predators that they are not used to.
	english.unitecnology.ac.nz /bookchat/archives/biddy/56.html (238 words)

	Mokoia Island Tours with Jonz Corporation
		From a leisurely cruise across the lake to Mokoia Island, to a fast helicopter ride or a Maori Cultural Encounter we can accommodate you.
		Mokoia Island is also a popular gathering spot for functions, meetings, team building exercises, and weddings.
		Walk on the island and learn its legends and rich cultural history.
	www.jonz.co.nz (193 words)

	Experience Rotorua & the East Coast \| Fodor's Travel Guides
		Mid-November through mid-April is the best time to visit the central and eastern North Island.
		One of the great Maori love stories has a special local connection, because it takes place on Mokoia...
		5 Island Nations You've Never Heard Of Nothing says "escape" quite like an island in the middle...
	www.fodors.com /miniguides/mgresults.cfm?destination=rotorua@4187&cur_section=fea&feature=30012 (251 words)

	Mokoia Island, Rotorua
		New Zealand > Bay of Plenty > New Zealand > North Island > Rotorua
		From Rotorua there are boat trips to Mokoia Island, in the middle of the lake.
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	www.planetware.com /rotorua/mokoia-island-nz-bp-rmi.htm (43 words)

	KJet - Rotorua-Home
		Travelling at high speed the trip takes you past Mokoia Island, “The Sacred Island” and over to the world-renowned Sulphur Lake.
		Again only accessible by boat this Island is a native reserve rich in rare and endangered native Flora and Fauna, protected native birds and the Waikimihia Natural Spa.
		You may see Peacocks roaming and live Trout in the absolute crystal clear stream.Then board the Jet boat once again to view the eastern side of Mokoia Island on the return trip back to the City Lakefront.
	www.kjet.co.nz /Rotorua/default.asp (385 words)

	Native birds head for Mokoia - Newstalk ZB
		A number of native birds will have a new home on Mokoia Island, in the middle of Lake Rotorua, from Saturday.
		Five kokako pairs will be shifted from the Kaharoa Forest area in a bid to expand the local territory of the endangered bird.
		He says Mokoia Island is also an ideal location because it is predator free.
	www.newstalkzb.co.nz /newsdetail1.asp?storyID=96222 (205 words)

	Lake Rotorua
		We explored the lake on a rented pontoon boat.
		This is an island setup by the Maori as a bird sanctuary; the only predator free bird sanctuary in New Zealand.
		We purchased a permit to hike on the island and found many interesting birds.
	www.vacations-away.com /lake_rotorua.htm (110 words)

	Rotorua, New Zealand - the Official Website
		This morning your guests will be ushered into gondolas for the scenic journey up Mt Ngongotaha to enjoy champagne, orange juice and a sumptuous buffet breakfast while watching the sunrise over Lake Rotorua and Mokoia Island.
		Suddenly this is interrupted by the haunting song and dance of a cultural performance group who emerge out of the forest.
		Learn about the history and significance of Mokoia Island to the Te Arawa Maori people, and its importance as a wildlife sanctuary.
	www.rotoruanz.com /conventionbureau/Itineraries.asp (1619 words)

	Mokoia,* Rotorua, 1823. \| NZETC
		During the interval of repose between Matakitaki and Mokoia, Muru-paenga and his hapu of Ngati-Rongo were on a visit to Pomare at the Bay of Islands, and whilst there the expedition was decided on, and Muru-paenga was persuaded to join it.
		The tribes of Te Arawa had gathered from all the district round Rotorua, on the island of Mokoia, taking with them all their canoes, besides provisions for the anticipated siege; for the news of the Nga-Puhi advance had preceded them many days.
		The majority of the people were, however, defiant of Nga-Puhi, and it was therefore decided to remain and defend the island, which was very dear to the people, being associated with so much of their tribal history for 500 years past.
	www.nzetc.org /tm/scholarly/tei-SmiMaor-t1-body-d37.html (4021 words)

	The Home of Hardy, B&B Hotel Resort in Rotorua (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-19)
		In the guestbook at The Home of Hardy there is constant reference to the thoughtful touches - packaged picnics, fresh flowers, canoes, advice about places and tours, provided fishing equipment and Brent's freely offered advice from his own long fishing experience.
		But while the theme of the lodge is definitely trout fishing, with mounted trophies, artwork and rods providing much of the decoration, there are many reasons to stay in this delightful property set right on the lakes edge overlooking Mokoia Island.
		Six guest bedrooms are offered within the lodge, with two further bedrooms in each cottage.
	www.pacificislandtravel.com /new_zealand/hotels/rot_thehomeofhardy.html (396 words)

	Mokoia Legends Challenge - 15km - Waka Ama - New Zealand
		Mokoia Legends Challenge - 15km - Waka Ama - New Zealand
		We are pleased to bring you this challenging race and look forward to your participation and seeing you all again.
		Please find attached the panui relating to the Mokoia Legends Challenge - this information will help you prepare for the race.
	www.wakaama.co.nz /racecalendar/lookup.php?regatta_uid=1000-0000298 (198 words)

	Mokoia Island Weddings
		Depart Lakefront, travel across Lake Rotorua to Mokoia Island.
		A beautiful wedding ceremony on historic Mokoia Island will make a day to remember, John Marsh is our resident Marriage Celebrant and we can arrange a Maori Concert Party or catering for your group.
		Mokoia Island is a popular destination for a variety of activities, functions and special occasions
	www.jonz.co.nz /weddings.htm (121 words)

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