At anchor, Kawau Island
The islands and waters of the Auckland harbour and Hauraki Gulf offer plenty of destinations for the modern mariner.
The elegant, historic Mansion House of Kawau, with links to Sir George Grey (one of New Zealand's first governors), has been turned into a marvellous museum. During his time on the island, Governor Grey imported many exotic plants and animals - some remain today. The island has walking tracks leading to beaches, Maori pa sites and old copper mines.
Photo credit: Tourism Auckland
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