Te Ārai
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Te Ārai is a small community on the east coast of the North Island of New Zealand, near the northern end of the Auckland Region (specifically within the former Rodney District). Mangawhai lies to the north, and Tomarata to the south. The name comes from Tāhuhunui-o-te-rangi, captain of the Moekākara waka, who landed here and set up a temporary shelter (arai). Tāhuhunui-o-te-rangi was later buried at Te Ārai.[1]
Geography
Te Ārai Beach is a sandy bottom beach and is a very popular surfing destination, rated one of the best surf locations in the Auckland region.Script error: No such module "Unsubst".
Te Ārai Beach is the exact antipode of Gibraltar.Script error: No such module "Unsubst".
Among the bird species found here is the critically endangered New Zealand fairy tern, of which only 11 breeding pairs are left in the world.Script error: No such module "Unsubst". Auckland Council manages Te Ārai Regional Park.[2]
History
The Arai Road District was formed on 20 February 1868, it governed Te Arai until Template:Circa1886 when it was dissolved.[3]
Economy
Tourism and farming are the predominant activities in the area.Script error: No such module "Unsubst".
References
External links
- Te Arai Regional Park
- Save Te Arai- a group of locals opposing the proposed development of Te Arai beach.
- Visit Wellsford- explore Te Arai - Visit Wellsford website.