Fantail
The Fantail is a well known NZ bird due to its distinctive fanned tail. Locations found on Waiheke are any well-treed parks, bush walks and even properties.
Birds
Waiheke features dense bush that is filled with birds, geckos and other native wildlife. Local walking tracks allow you to get a closer look.
Southside beaches nest the dotterel. Whakanewha has a protected section on the beach. In an attempt to the boost the low numbers in New Zealand.
The bottom end of Waiheke has introduced the brown kiwi which breeding has been reported.
NZ Dotterel
The New Zealand Dotterel is a shorebird which breeds on beaches in NZ’s North Island. Locations found on Waiheke are Whakanewha, Anzac Bay and Blackpool.
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Mint As
Mint As is a popular burger cart located in Ostend, next to RAW fruit and vege, they serve juicy burgers, taco’s and milkshakes all made while you wait.
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Gear Grab – Hire
Gear Grab is a hire shop on Waiheke, they have a wide range of everyday gear. Their store consists of party, gaming, outdoors, household, tech and more.
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Waiheke Island Motel
Waiheke Island Motel is located in Ostend. The motel has 14 units and cottages in a garden setting. With plenty of off street parking available and nearby local eateries.
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I Love Crepes
I Love Crepes is located in a vintage caravan based in Oneroa, in a small food cart complex. They serve delicious gourmet sweet and savoury crepes (galettes).