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	Whanganui Island - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Whanganui Island is the largest of a small group of islands at the entrance to Coromandel harbour in the Hauraki Gulf, off the coast of New Zealand's North Island.
		The island, which is privately owned, is 2.83 square kilometres in area.
		It was owned by an American settler until the signing of the Treaty of Waitangi, when he lost legal title to the island as all titles passed to the British crown.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Whanganui_Island (132 words)

	natureandco.com - Whanganui National Park, New Zealand
		Whanganui National Park is located in the centre of the vast expanse of low altitude lands that stretch westwards from the Central Volcanic Plateau of the North Island, towards Mt Taranaki and the Tasman sea.
		The Whanganui River is the longest navigable river in New Zealand, and the main accessway to Whanganui National Park.
		West of the Volcanic Plateau the Whanganui River and its eastern affluents have a muddy colour, caused by sediment in suspension eroded from the soft mudstone.
	www.natureandco.co.nz /land_and_wildlife/national_parks/whanganui/idx-whanga.php3 (659 words)

	Rapid progress \| Travel & Indulgence \| The Australian
		It's my second day on the Whanganui, which runs for 266km from the North Island's central volcanic plateau north to the hamlet of Taumarunui before winding south to the coastal city of Wanganui (which somehow missed out on the "h" in its name), passing through the Whanganui National Park.
		The Whanganui River is of deep spiritual and cultural significance to the Maori who have lived here for generations, and who are now sharing their love and knowledge of it with visitors.
		Whanganui River Guides is based in Taumarunui, beside the upper reaches of the river.
	www.theaustralian.news.com.au /story/0,20867,20455160-5002031,00.html (858 words)

	Whanganui River
		In the centre of Te Ika-a-Maui (the North Island) once stood the mighty mountains Ruapehu, Ngauruhoe, Tongariro and Taranaki, together with the beautiful maiden Pihanga.
		Kupe, the discoverer of New Zealand, is said to have explored the tidal reaches of the Whanganui, while the chief Tamatea is credited with having made the first exploration of the entire river.
		In 1891 the Whanganui River Trust was established, under the River Boards Act of 1884, for the purpose of channel clearing and maintenance to ensure a clear passage for the steamers, many of which were in excess of 100 feet long.
	www.forest-lodge.co.nz /Whanganui.htm (1432 words)

	Mid North (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-10)
		These islands have been a protected pest free environment since 1933 with tuataras and bird life such as storm petrels.
		Mayor Island is fairly exposed, but the reefs between Mayor and the mainland can be dived in most light winds.
		Motiti Island - The wreck of the Taioma (scuttled in March 2000) is located on the south eastern side of Motiti Island in 27 metres.
	www.pacificislandtravel.com /New_zealand/diving/midnorthisland.html (517 words)

	Wanganui - North Island New Zealand - Eco tours, mountain biking, canoeing / kayaking, tramping, quad biking, jet ... (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-10)
		The famous Whanganui River flows from one of New Zealand's highest volcanoes, Mount Tongariro, through the spectacular Whanganui National Park, to the coast of the Tasman Sea, and the bustling city of Wanganui.
		Nestled in the picturesque valley of the Mangawhero River, in close proximity to the Central Plateau and Whanganui River, is Raukawa Falls.
		The 100 year old Paddle Steamer "Waimarie" is moored on the Whanganui River close to the centre of town, with regular cruises available throughout the summer season.
	adventurenewzealand.com /wanganui.htm (639 words)

	Tramping / Hiking Tongariro & Whanganui National Parks (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-10)
		The Whanganui River winds its way from the mountains to the Tasman Sea through countless hills and valleys.
		Lowland forest surrounds the river in its middle and lower reaches - the heart of the Whanganui and Tongariro National Parks.
		This complex landscape is covered in the largest tract of lowland forest in the North Island.
	www.forest-lodge.co.nz /Tramping.htm (1283 words)

	Whanganui River, New Zealand
		The Whanganui River (290km) rises on the western slopes of Mount Tongariro, flows through Taumarunui and then through almost impenetrable forest country, via Pipiriki and Wanganui, into the Tasman Sea.
		Although passenger and freight traffic on the Whanganui River was discontinued in 1958 as uneconomic, cruises on the river are now again available to meet the increasing demands of the tourist trade.
		View of the Whanganui River, called the Rhine of New Zealand by tourists in the 1800s.
	www.planetware.com /wanganui/whanganui-river-nz-mw-wr.htm (248 words)

	The Maori Law Review - June 1999
		The trust board was established under the Whanganui River Trust Board Act 1988 and was empowered to negotiate the settlement of outstanding claims of the iwi of Whanganui to the river.
		In subsequent years Whanganui people joined efforts to prevent the work of the land court in their district, and local runanga were established which attempted to undertake the enforcement of law and settling of land disputes along the river, outside the European system.
		The land claims of the Whanganui people have yet to be heard, but the tribunal has expressed concerns about the 1848 transaction affecting the Wanganui township, which suggests that it may be inclined to find Crown breaches in relation to that matter.
	www.bennion.co.nz /mlr/1999/jun.html (11371 words)

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		The diversity of these islands, with its dramatic peaks and remnant volcanoes, means the potential opportunities for divers is unlimited.
		In keeping with the island's unspoiled image, there are only three one-bedroom and two two-bedroom chalets which offer the best in comfort with the finest furnishings and homely luxuries.
		Slipper Island's 500 acres includes a private airstrip, which attracts people dropping in for a quick dive or charter flights which can be arranged by Di and Pete.
	www.divenewzealand.com /articles.asp?sid=539 (1746 words)

	Journeys on the Whanganui - Whanganui River - Wanganui - Ruapehu - New Zealand
		Starting high up in the volcanic plateau of the central North Island at Mt Tongariro, the river travels north to Taumarunui before heading south for 260km to Wanganui passing through the native tree and fern clad hills of the Whanganui National Park.
		The upper reaches of the river cloaked in dense rainforest, lead to the deeply incised gorges of the middle reaches, where tree ferns and rare native plants cling to the steep riverbanks.
		The Whanganui River is of deep spiritual, cultural and historical significance to Whanganui iwi, who are the tangata whenua [maori people of this area].
	www.whanganuiriver.co.nz (183 words)

	Breakaway New Zealand
		Whanganui River Top 10 Holiday Park is located on the banks of the beautiful Whanganui River, in the suburb of Aramoho, Wanganui.
		The intimate and adventurous journey along the Whanganui River Road enables travelers to visit isolated communities and a pace of life which is contrast to the rest of the country.
		Whanganui River Top 10 Holiday Park is the only place in town where you can hire a kayak for a journey down the beautiful Whanganui River, paddling and exploring her banks or just letting the river current float you back down to the park.
	www.breakawaynz.com /display.php?PROD_ID=581 (3622 words)

	Wanganui travel guide - Wikitravel
		The city of Wanganui [1] is located on the West Coast of the North Island of New Zealand.
		It is situated on the Whanganui River which flows from Mount Tongariro via the stunning Whanganui National Park to the coast.
		It is the longest navigable river and the second longest river in the North Island.
	wikitravel.org /en/Wanganui (571 words)

	Whanganui Bay climbing and bouldering - Mojozone.co.nz (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-10)
		Whanganui Bay is North Islands 5 star crag.
		The bay has a special spot in North Island climbers hearts, and with due respect and courtesy paid to the local tribe, that special spot will remain for years to come.
		The Whanganui Bay road is in possibly the best condition EVER, certainly in my 14ish years of going there.
	www.mojozone.co.nz /climbing-location/whanganui-bay (587 words)

	New Zealand - CaptainWiki (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-10)
		New Zealand is located in Oceania, islands in the South Pacific Ocean, southeast of Australia.
		The two main islands, which are much larger than the rest and where most of the population lives, are the North Island and the South Island.
		Stewart Island/Rakiura is by far the biggest of the smaller islands, although Waiheke Island has the third-largest population.
	captainwiki.com /index.php?title=New_Zealand (336 words)

	Whanganui National Park
		The Whanganui River winds its way from the Tongariro mountains to the Tasman Sea through countless hills and valleys.
		Tree ferns and plants cling to the steep riverbanks, the area is full of birdlife and the river is rich in eels, native trout and koura (freshwater crayfish).
		The Whanganui is New Zealand’s longest navigable river, canoeable for over 200 kilometres.
	www.ohakune.info /whanganui.html (329 words)

	Wanganui & Manawatu North Island New Zealand. Wanganui, Palmerston North, Whanganui National Park, Foxton, Levin, ... (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-10)
		Once a bustling arterial route into the central North Island, the Whanganui river is steeped in tradition.
		Covering a large area of the south-west North Island, from the Central Plateau to Wellington, this rural area is a mixture of lush farmland and untamed native forest.
		Wanganui is the west-coast gateway to some of the North Island’s most untamed and majestic scenery.
	www.fourcorners.co.nz /new-zealand/wanganui-manawatu (357 words)

	Whanganui National Park, North Island New Zealand. Whanganui River, Wanganui, Taumarunui
		The Whanganui National Park surrounds the magical Whanganui River – one of New Zealand’s great waterways, and home to the Whanganui Great Journey.
		Winding its way from the heart of the North Island to the Tasman Sea, the Whanganui River has been an important transport route for centuries – first for Maori and then for European settlers.
		Located in the central North Island, the park falls between Taumarunui (to the north) and Wanganui (to the south).
	www.fourcorners.co.nz /new-zealand/whanganui (357 words)

	arthritis pain relief - Whanganui Island
		The island, which is privately owned, is 2.83 square kilometres.
		The island was the capital of NZ for 2 weeks in the 1840's.
		Today Woolshed Bay on the protected southern shore is a popular over night mooring spot for recreational cruising yachts and launches from Auckland.
	www.painreliefchat.com /arthritis-pain-relief/Whanganui_Island (138 words)

	Islands Info Guide to Island Information Worldwide
		On the North Island there are four parks, with the remaining ten being present on the more mountainous South Island.
		Te Urewera is the largest of the parks on the North Island, and is the country's fourth largest park overall.
		To enjoy the splendour of the National Parks on New Zealand's North Island it is recommended that visitors hire a vehicle, preferably a 4x4.
	www.islandsinfo.com /article_nz_north.htm (574 words)

	Whanganui National Park
		The park is located in the central North Island with the township of Taumarunui to the north and Wanganui to the south.
		The Whanganui river has cultural and historic signifance and runs through the park which protects the largest tract of lowland forest remaining in the North Island of New Zealand.
		Paddle the Whanganui on a 145-km journey from Taumarunui to Pipiriki.
	www.doc.govt.nz /templates/PlaceProfile.aspx?id=38475 (278 words)

	Canoe New Zealand with Canoe Safaris Whanganui National Park New Zealand
		Tongariro eventually won this fierce battle and Taranaki, wild with grief and anger at the loss of his love, ripped himself out of the ground, and tore a path through the country towards the setting sun.
		The Whanganui River was, until recent times, was the main route into New Zealand's North Island interior.
		Used initially by the Maori and subsequently by European settlers, it has a fascinating and exciting history of wars, steamboat navigation, a floating houseboat, water-driven flour mills, abandoned homes and farms and the Bridge to Nowhere.
	www.canoesafaris.co.nz /history.html (276 words)

	Wanganui : Wanganui Region, Wanganui, Wanganui Region, Wanganui
		The Wanganui region is on the lower west coast of the North Island, south of Taranaki and the Taupo/Ruapehu regions, based around the Whanganui River.
		A large part of the hill country is included in the Whanganui National Park, through which flows the historic Whanganui River, New Zealand's longest navigable waterway.
		The river was an important means of access for pre-European Maori, European settlers, and for intrepid tourists heading for the central North Island.
	www.tourism.org.nz /regions/wanganui.html (279 words)

	Ruapehu New Zealand Travel & Tourism Information
		The Ruapehu district is located in the central North Island, midway between Auckland and Wellington.
		To the west of the three volcanoes lies the deep green mystery of the Whanganui National Park, which is steeped in Maori and European colonial history.
		The Whanganui River is the main access route to the forest clad interior - jetboats and kayaks are popular modes of transport.
	www.tourism.net.nz /new-zealand/about-new-zealand/regions/ruapehu.html (1216 words)

	WRPHO webpage
		About Us Whanganui Regional Primary Health Organisation (WRPHO) was established in July 2003 and is registered as a charitable trust.
		The Whanganui Regional Primary Health Organisation Annual Business Plan 2006-07 outlines the operational direction and outcomes for the current business year.
		The Whanganui Regional Primary Health Organisation is co-ordinating this programme, along with the support of several local community organisations and we are keen to make a real difference within the Wanganui region; which includes the Wanganui district, Raetihi, Ohakune, Waiouru, Taihape, Marton and Bulls.
	www.wrpho.org.nz (634 words)

	New Zealand - Investment Benifits (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-10)
		(b) land applications which do not involve freehold"sensitive land" (being land on specified islands, reserves and historic areas, the foreshore or lakes) except where the land is "sensitive" solely because it includes or adjoins a marginal strip that extends along or abuts any river or stream.
		Associated land means any land that is contiguous or adjacent to the land being acquired or, if on an island, any other land on the same island owned or controlled by that overseas person or any associated person.
		Peyrolle Plantation is situated on the island of Aore off the southern coast of Espiritu Santo, the largest island of the Vanuatu chain.
	www.luxury.st /investment.cfm?pa=newzealand (3768 words)

	Travelogue and pictures from my New Zealand trip - Wellington, Whanganui, Canoe.
		Being back in the north island, after spending 4 month in the south, was kinda strange.
		It's true that it is still a beautiful place, but the south island is simply better for a traveler.
		The Whanganui journey is the only Great Walk in new-zealand that is not actually a walk.
	www.ronmertens.com /nz/newzealand13.html (410 words)

	Pilot Guides.com: Tramping the Great Walks - New Zealand
		The number one Great Walk is the Milford Track, said to the finest in the world, and is easy enough for anyone reasonably fit to complete, with amazing views that ensure that your efforts will be rewarded.
		A challenge for the experienced Hiker is the Copland Pass, a tough four day walk, crossing the South Island from the Mount Cook National Park to the Fox Glacier over ice and snow.
		This is a serious hike, and should only be attempted in good weather by those with real mountaineering experience, or with a qualified guide.
	www.pilotguides.com /destination_guide/pacific/new_zealand/hiking.php (728 words)

	New Zealand Rivers
		The Whanganui is another prominent river in the North Island and is the longest navigable river.
		These rivers usually have a strange light blue colour, due to the glaciated eroded particles of rock suspended in the water which reflect sunlight.
		Fiordland National Park is famous for it's multitude of waterfalls side by side, and the water is reputed to be the cleanest in the world.
	www.virtualoceania.net /newzealand/photos/rivers (201 words)

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