Bay of Islands & Northland - New Zealand - page 155

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( www.oldlibrary.org.nz ; 7 Rust Ave; 10am-4pm Tue-Thu) The work of local artists is
exhibited in this wonderful art-deco building. Check the website for occasional concerts.
Set between the old and new libraries is Pou OFFLINE MAP GOOGLE MAP , an in-
triguing sculpture consisting of 10 large poles carved with Maori, Polynesian, Celtic,
Croatian and Korean motifs. Grab an interpretive pamphlet from the library.

Botanica & Cafler Park GARDENS
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(First Ave & Water St; 10am-4pm) Native ferns, tropical plants and cacti are dis-
played in this little council-run fernery, set on the edge of cute Cafler Park. The park en-
closes the Waiarohia Stream and includes a rose garden and a scented garden.

Surrounds

Abbey Caves CAVE
(Abbey Caves Rd) Abbey Caves is an undeveloped network of three caverns full of
glowworms and limestone formations, 6km east of town. Grab a torch, strong shoes, a
mate for safety, and prepare to get wet. The surrounding reserve is a forest of crazily
shaped rock extrusions. If you're staying at neighbouring Little Earth Lodge, you can
borrow helmets and hire head torches.

Kiwi North MUSEUM, WILDLIFE
( www.kiwinorth.co.nz ; 500 SH14, Maunu; adult/child $15/5; 10am-4pm) Five kilometres
west of Whangarei, this complex includes 19th-century buildings and a museum display-
ing Maori and colonial artefacts. A gecko and kiwi house offers a rare chance to see the
country's feathery fave in a darkened nocturnal house.

Native Bird Recovery Centre WILDLIFE CENTRE
( www.nbr.org.nz ; 500 SH14, Maunu; 10am-4.30pm Tue-Thu, 1-4.30pm Mon & Fri)
This avian hospital nurses sick and injured birds back to health. Say hi to the talking tuis.

Whangarei Falls WATERFALL