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QEII National Trust - Takaka Hill
A 2 - 3 hour walk on the summit of Takaka Hill, an area noted for its unusual elevated landscape including spectacular marble karst rock formations, native flora and fauna, and habitat of a giant Continue Reading...
QEII National Trust - Taupo Swamp
A 30-hectare protected swamp. The native flax, once used extensively for fibre, is a feature. Although once widespread, few wetlands remain in the region. What is a QEII covenant? A QEII op Continue Reading...
QEII National Trust - Awapikopiko Reserve
A walking track passes through 28 hectares of virgin native podocarp forest, gifted to QEII by David Druce in 1995. The forest is rich in native flora with more than 130 recorded species. It is pa Continue Reading...
QEII National Trust - Mokotahi Hill
This landmark headland is of scenic, archaeological and historic value and was gifted to QEII by the Ormond family to ensure its long-term protection. What is a QEII covenant? A QEII open space c Continue Reading...
QEII National Trust - Pouawa Sandhills
Protected sandhills on an attractive coastline, with scenic, natural and Maori historic values. The dunes are habitat for specialised native fauna and flora and on-site interpretation of the site's Continue Reading...
QEII National Trust - Spencer Reserve
A tranquil public recreation area, bordered by the Hikuwai River, ideal for picnics and scenic enjoyment. The site is of historic / archaeological significance and contains regenerating native ripar Continue Reading...
QEII National Trust - I'Anson Reserve
A pleasant 10 hectare recreation area with native forest remnants, wetland and lake. Car parking, walking tracks, toilet and picnic tables are provided. What is a QEII covenant? A QEII open space Continue Reading...
QEII National Trust - Dunn's Bush
A 3km trail takes visitors through magnificent mature native forest and regenerating bush remnants. Rock outcrops provide vantage points for views over the surrounding Puhoi countryside. The fores Continue Reading...
QEII National Trust - Aroha Island
An ideal holiday spot with camping and accommodation facilities in a peaceful coastal setting. What is a QEII covenant? A QEII open space covenant is a legally binding protection agreement, which Continue Reading...
Green roofs
Green roofs are roofs covered with living plants, usually growing in light-weight substrates. Green roofs have a long history, think of Irish/Icelandic sod roofs, burial mounds and the hanging to Continue Reading...