AWHITUIf you really want to get away from it all this summer, Awhitu Regional Park could be the place. • North of Awhitu Regional Park is the Manukau Heads Lighthouse. • For more information on Awhitu Regional Park and other Auckland Council regional parks, visit regionalparks.aucklandcouncil.govt.nzWHATIPU, WAITAKERE RANGES REGIONAL PARKFor those looking to the west this summer, Whatipu Scientific Reserve in the Waitakere Ranges Regional Park has stunning views and a unique wetland ecology that will appeal, in particular, to conservationists. OMANAOmana Regional Park on Auckland's southeast coast offers outstanding views of the inner Hauraki Gulf. SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL TIPS FOR REGIONAL PARKS• All regional parks are rubbish-free.

Source: New Zealand Herald January 14, 2017 02:31 UTC