New Zealand (/njuːˈziːlənd/new-ZEE-lənd, Māori:Aotearoa[aɔˈtɛaɾɔa]) is an island country in the southwestern Pacific Ocean. The country geographically comprises two main landmasses – that of the North Island, or Te Ika-a-Māui, and the South Island, or Te Waipounamu – and numerous smaller islands. New Zealand is situated some 1,500 kilometres (900mi) east of Australia across the Tasman Sea and roughly 1,000 kilometres (600mi) south of the Pacific island areas of New Caledonia, Fiji, and Tonga. Because of its remoteness, it was one of the last lands to be settled by humans. During its long isolation, New Zealand developed a distinctive biodiversity of animal, fungal and plant life. The country's varied topography and its sharp mountain peaks, such as the Southern Alps, owe much to the tectonic uplift of land and volcanic eruptions. New Zealand's capital city is Wellington, while its most populous city is Auckland.
Somewhere between 1250 and 1300 CE, Polynesians settled in the islands that were to become New Zealand, and developed a distinctive Māori culture. In 1642, Abel Tasman, a Dutch explorer, became the first European to sight New Zealand. In 1840, representatives of the British Crown and Māori Chiefs signed the Treaty of Waitangi, making New Zealand a British colony. Today, the majority of New Zealand's population of 4.5 million is of European descent; the indigenous Māori are the largest minority, followed by Asians and Pacific Islanders. Reflecting this, New Zealand's culture is mainly derived from Māori and early British settlers, with recent broadening arising from increased immigration. The official languages are English, Māori and New Zealand Sign Language, with English predominant.
The 2011 Rugby World Cup was the seventh Rugby World Cup, a quadrennial international rugby union competition inaugurated in 1987. The International Rugby Board (IRB) selected New Zealand as the host country in preference to Japan and South Africa at a meeting in Dublin on 17 November 2005. The tournament was won by New Zealand, who defeated France 8–7 in the final. The defending champions, South Africa, were eliminated by Australia 11–9 in the quarter-finals. The result marked the third time that the tournament was won by the country that hosted the event (following New Zealand in 1987 and South Africa in 1995).
It was the largest sporting event ever held in New Zealand, eclipsing the 1987 Rugby World Cup, 1990 Commonwealth Games, 1992 Cricket World Cup and the 2003 America's Cup. Overseas visitors to New Zealand for the event totalled 133,000, more than the 95,000 that the organisers expected. However, there was a drop in non-event visitors, meaning the net increase in visitors over the previous year was less than 80,000.
The suburb is located 11 kilometres to the southwest of the city centre, and is surrounded by the more central suburbs of Lynfield and New Windsor, and the Waitakere suburbs of New Lynn and Green Bay.
The Blockhouse Bay shopping centre has three banks, three cafes, two doctor's surgeries, a dentist surgery, an optometrist, a Plunket Society clinic, a veterinary clinic, two hairdressing salons and a barber, clothing stores, a travel agent, two real estate agents, one animator (William Paton), one bakery, a supermarket, a videostore and an ice cream shop as well as two sushi bars. The Blockhouse Bay Library is located in the town centre, as is the Blockhouse Bay Community centre, located 200 metres from the library.
The club was formed from the merger of Blockhouse Bay (founded 1948) and Green Bay-Titirangi United (founded 1973) in 1998. Blockhouse Bay had been a prominent Auckland team, and were winners of the 1970 Chatham Cup, and losing finalists in 1975.
Present day
Bay Olympic were losing finalists of the 2010 Chatham Cup. They have once again made it to the semi-final stage of the Chatham Cup for 2011 and also winning the 2011 Lotto Sport Italia NRFL Premier.
Notable players
This list consist of Past or present notable players that have represented their national teams at the OFC Nations Cup. This list also consist of players who have played in the FIFA Club World Cup with a New Zealand football club:
NZ Street Walks will revolve around the Blockhouse Bay Town Centre, Auckland on a sunny morning.
Blockhouse Bay Town Centre displays a great sense of community here in Blockhouse Bay. This is due to the variety of community-based things there are on offer within a small distance from one another. The Community Centre has a fabulous program of activities on offer like fitness, dancing, and even pottery classes. They offer rooms that can be hired for meetings or events. The largest room can cater to up to 260 people. The Historic Armanasco House Building is also available for hire and is open on Tuesdays to the public to come in and learn a bit of history.
When it comes to childcare and education, Blockhouse Bay has a Playcentre, a Kindergarten, Primary Schools, an Intermediate, a High Scho...
published: 25 Nov 2021
Blockhouse Bay & Green Bay - Auckland, New Zealand
Hey there! Get ready to uncover Auckland's hidden gems at Blockhouse Bay Beach, Craigavon Park, and Green Bay Beach. Kick back and relax on the inviting sands of Blockhouse Bay Beach, where you can soak up the sun and let your worries drift away. For some outdoor excitement, head to Craigavon Park, with its expansive fields perfect for games and playtime. And don't forget to explore the natural beauty of Green Bay Beach, where breathtaking views and a tranquil atmosphere await.
Timestamps:
00:00 Preview
00:04 Location
00:17 Blockhouse Bay Beach Reserve
00:57 Craigavon Park
01:37 Green Bay Beach
Music:
千本桜 (Senbon Zakura) -Piano ballade ver.-
https://youtu.be/mtkBU3bV0tY
Footage captured using Samsung Galaxy S8+
Tags:
#NatureLovers #NatureWalks #Nature #Hiking #NewZealand #...
published: 17 Jul 2023
Blockhouse Bay Recreational Reserve | Auckland City | New Zealand | 4K
published: 22 Sep 2023
Blockhouse Bay, Auckland
Blockhouse Bay is a residential suburb of Auckland, in New Zealand's North Island. It is sited on the northern coast of the Manukau Harbour and is also close to the administrative boundary that existed between Auckland City and Waitakere, two of the former four cities of what was the Auckland conurbation before amalgamation into Auckland Council.
published: 05 Aug 2019
Blockhouse Bay to Sandringham Road | Auckland #aucklandcity #auckland #newzealand #drive #walking
NZ Streets & Parks will drive from Blockhouse Bay to Sandringham Road, Auckland, New Zealand
#walkingvideo #aucklandcity #newzealand #drivingaround #carrider
published: 28 Dec 2022
Driving from Auckland CBD to Blockhouse Bay beach 4K (New Zealand)
Winter 2019
The route
https://drive.google.com/open?id=1lGN8r-5QPgYaYfgRfVKbxzdkeemWOMEG&usp=sharing
published: 19 Jul 2019
Auckland New Zealand Blockhouse Bay
published: 03 Jun 2023
Blockhouse Bay Beach Reserve
NZ Street Walks will take you through to the Blockhouse Bay Beach Reserve Park, perched on the edge of the Manukau Harbour, this reserve is a popular spot throughout the year. It has heritage sites with a wealth of Māori and European historical sites, including a seawall built around 80 years ago.
The beach and grassed open space provide plenty of room for the kids to run around. Toilets, a barbecue, picnic tables, and seating make it the perfect spot to relax or have a picnic.
A wide, flat walkway leads to the Blockhouse Bay Boat Club and spectacular views from the point. The boat ramp at the end of Endeavour Street provides access to the water for boats and kayaks. The boat-themed playground is popular with younger children.
For more information, please visit:
https://www.aucklandcouncil...
published: 06 Nov 2021
4 Bedroom 3.5 Bathroom Brand New House @Blockhouse Bay FOR RENT
published: 22 Nov 2022
Walking the three bays of BLOCKHOUSE BAY New Zealand [Ep. 4]
We walked from Flounder Bay, through Sandy Bay, to Blockhouse Bay. The kids had great fun collecting sea glass on the way, and finding crabs and limpets.
#breetventures #adventure #travelwithkids #travel #exploring #gopro #hero10 #auckland #nz #newzealand #blockhousebay #beach #cliff
We're an NZ family who love to travel, explore and discover new things in New Zealand and the rest of the world. Come and join us on our adventures!
NZ Street Walks will revolve around the Blockhouse Bay Town Centre, Auckland on a sunny morning.
Blockhouse Bay Town Centre displays a great sense of community...
NZ Street Walks will revolve around the Blockhouse Bay Town Centre, Auckland on a sunny morning.
Blockhouse Bay Town Centre displays a great sense of community here in Blockhouse Bay. This is due to the variety of community-based things there are on offer within a small distance from one another. The Community Centre has a fabulous program of activities on offer like fitness, dancing, and even pottery classes. They offer rooms that can be hired for meetings or events. The largest room can cater to up to 260 people. The Historic Armanasco House Building is also available for hire and is open on Tuesdays to the public to come in and learn a bit of history.
When it comes to childcare and education, Blockhouse Bay has a Playcentre, a Kindergarten, Primary Schools, an Intermediate, a High School, and an International College. There is also a Plunket Clinic for pre-school health checks.
Blockhouse Bay Town Centre offers a variety of shops. There is a supermarket, a liquor store and two dairies for grocery items, places to buy clothing and jewelry, an optometrist, and a dollar store. With a choice of two hairdressing salons and barbers, the family is sorted for haircuts. There are restaurants, cafes, and a bakery all offering a variety of food. Three banks, a post office, and three real estate offices make the town a very convenient place to go if you need a few things done. Blockhouse Bay Library is also a peculiar feature of Town Centre, with equally exciting literature available for all ages.
For more details, please visit:
https://www.blockhousebay.org.nz/
#NewZealand #Auckland #BlockhouseBay
NZ Street Walks will revolve around the Blockhouse Bay Town Centre, Auckland on a sunny morning.
Blockhouse Bay Town Centre displays a great sense of community here in Blockhouse Bay. This is due to the variety of community-based things there are on offer within a small distance from one another. The Community Centre has a fabulous program of activities on offer like fitness, dancing, and even pottery classes. They offer rooms that can be hired for meetings or events. The largest room can cater to up to 260 people. The Historic Armanasco House Building is also available for hire and is open on Tuesdays to the public to come in and learn a bit of history.
When it comes to childcare and education, Blockhouse Bay has a Playcentre, a Kindergarten, Primary Schools, an Intermediate, a High School, and an International College. There is also a Plunket Clinic for pre-school health checks.
Blockhouse Bay Town Centre offers a variety of shops. There is a supermarket, a liquor store and two dairies for grocery items, places to buy clothing and jewelry, an optometrist, and a dollar store. With a choice of two hairdressing salons and barbers, the family is sorted for haircuts. There are restaurants, cafes, and a bakery all offering a variety of food. Three banks, a post office, and three real estate offices make the town a very convenient place to go if you need a few things done. Blockhouse Bay Library is also a peculiar feature of Town Centre, with equally exciting literature available for all ages.
For more details, please visit:
https://www.blockhousebay.org.nz/
#NewZealand #Auckland #BlockhouseBay
Hey there! Get ready to uncover Auckland's hidden gems at Blockhouse Bay Beach, Craigavon Park, and Green Bay Beach. Kick back and relax on the inviting sands o...
Hey there! Get ready to uncover Auckland's hidden gems at Blockhouse Bay Beach, Craigavon Park, and Green Bay Beach. Kick back and relax on the inviting sands of Blockhouse Bay Beach, where you can soak up the sun and let your worries drift away. For some outdoor excitement, head to Craigavon Park, with its expansive fields perfect for games and playtime. And don't forget to explore the natural beauty of Green Bay Beach, where breathtaking views and a tranquil atmosphere await.
Timestamps:
00:00 Preview
00:04 Location
00:17 Blockhouse Bay Beach Reserve
00:57 Craigavon Park
01:37 Green Bay Beach
Music:
千本桜 (Senbon Zakura) -Piano ballade ver.-
https://youtu.be/mtkBU3bV0tY
Footage captured using Samsung Galaxy S8+
Tags:
#NatureLovers #NatureWalks #Nature #Hiking #NewZealand #Auckland #NZVlog #AucklandVlog #Beaches #Travel #ScenicViews #Seaside #AucklandAttractions #AucklandTourism #CoastalBeauty #Relaxation #OutdoorAdventures #BestViews
Hey there! Get ready to uncover Auckland's hidden gems at Blockhouse Bay Beach, Craigavon Park, and Green Bay Beach. Kick back and relax on the inviting sands of Blockhouse Bay Beach, where you can soak up the sun and let your worries drift away. For some outdoor excitement, head to Craigavon Park, with its expansive fields perfect for games and playtime. And don't forget to explore the natural beauty of Green Bay Beach, where breathtaking views and a tranquil atmosphere await.
Timestamps:
00:00 Preview
00:04 Location
00:17 Blockhouse Bay Beach Reserve
00:57 Craigavon Park
01:37 Green Bay Beach
Music:
千本桜 (Senbon Zakura) -Piano ballade ver.-
https://youtu.be/mtkBU3bV0tY
Footage captured using Samsung Galaxy S8+
Tags:
#NatureLovers #NatureWalks #Nature #Hiking #NewZealand #Auckland #NZVlog #AucklandVlog #Beaches #Travel #ScenicViews #Seaside #AucklandAttractions #AucklandTourism #CoastalBeauty #Relaxation #OutdoorAdventures #BestViews
Blockhouse Bay is a residential suburb of Auckland, in New Zealand's North Island. It is sited on the northern coast of the Manukau Harbour and is also close to...
Blockhouse Bay is a residential suburb of Auckland, in New Zealand's North Island. It is sited on the northern coast of the Manukau Harbour and is also close to the administrative boundary that existed between Auckland City and Waitakere, two of the former four cities of what was the Auckland conurbation before amalgamation into Auckland Council.
Blockhouse Bay is a residential suburb of Auckland, in New Zealand's North Island. It is sited on the northern coast of the Manukau Harbour and is also close to the administrative boundary that existed between Auckland City and Waitakere, two of the former four cities of what was the Auckland conurbation before amalgamation into Auckland Council.
NZ Streets & Parks will drive from Blockhouse Bay to Sandringham Road, Auckland, New Zealand
#walkingvideo #aucklandcity #newzealand #drivingaround #carrider
NZ Streets & Parks will drive from Blockhouse Bay to Sandringham Road, Auckland, New Zealand
#walkingvideo #aucklandcity #newzealand #drivingaround #carrider
NZ Streets & Parks will drive from Blockhouse Bay to Sandringham Road, Auckland, New Zealand
#walkingvideo #aucklandcity #newzealand #drivingaround #carrider
NZ Street Walks will take you through to the Blockhouse Bay Beach Reserve Park, perched on the edge of the Manukau Harbour, this reserve is a popular spot throu...
NZ Street Walks will take you through to the Blockhouse Bay Beach Reserve Park, perched on the edge of the Manukau Harbour, this reserve is a popular spot throughout the year. It has heritage sites with a wealth of Māori and European historical sites, including a seawall built around 80 years ago.
The beach and grassed open space provide plenty of room for the kids to run around. Toilets, a barbecue, picnic tables, and seating make it the perfect spot to relax or have a picnic.
A wide, flat walkway leads to the Blockhouse Bay Boat Club and spectacular views from the point. The boat ramp at the end of Endeavour Street provides access to the water for boats and kayaks. The boat-themed playground is popular with younger children.
For more information, please visit:
https://www.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/parks-recreation/Pages/park-details.aspx?Location=174
#NewZealand #Auckland #BlockhouseBayBeach
NZ Street Walks will take you through to the Blockhouse Bay Beach Reserve Park, perched on the edge of the Manukau Harbour, this reserve is a popular spot throughout the year. It has heritage sites with a wealth of Māori and European historical sites, including a seawall built around 80 years ago.
The beach and grassed open space provide plenty of room for the kids to run around. Toilets, a barbecue, picnic tables, and seating make it the perfect spot to relax or have a picnic.
A wide, flat walkway leads to the Blockhouse Bay Boat Club and spectacular views from the point. The boat ramp at the end of Endeavour Street provides access to the water for boats and kayaks. The boat-themed playground is popular with younger children.
For more information, please visit:
https://www.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/parks-recreation/Pages/park-details.aspx?Location=174
#NewZealand #Auckland #BlockhouseBayBeach
We walked from Flounder Bay, through Sandy Bay, to Blockhouse Bay. The kids had great fun collecting sea glass on the way, and finding crabs and limpets.
#bree...
We walked from Flounder Bay, through Sandy Bay, to Blockhouse Bay. The kids had great fun collecting sea glass on the way, and finding crabs and limpets.
#breetventures #adventure #travelwithkids #travel #exploring #gopro #hero10 #auckland #nz #newzealand #blockhousebay #beach #cliff
We're an NZ family who love to travel, explore and discover new things in New Zealand and the rest of the world. Come and join us on our adventures!
We walked from Flounder Bay, through Sandy Bay, to Blockhouse Bay. The kids had great fun collecting sea glass on the way, and finding crabs and limpets.
#breetventures #adventure #travelwithkids #travel #exploring #gopro #hero10 #auckland #nz #newzealand #blockhousebay #beach #cliff
We're an NZ family who love to travel, explore and discover new things in New Zealand and the rest of the world. Come and join us on our adventures!
NZ Street Walks will revolve around the Blockhouse Bay Town Centre, Auckland on a sunny morning.
Blockhouse Bay Town Centre displays a great sense of community here in Blockhouse Bay. This is due to the variety of community-based things there are on offer within a small distance from one another. The Community Centre has a fabulous program of activities on offer like fitness, dancing, and even pottery classes. They offer rooms that can be hired for meetings or events. The largest room can cater to up to 260 people. The Historic Armanasco House Building is also available for hire and is open on Tuesdays to the public to come in and learn a bit of history.
When it comes to childcare and education, Blockhouse Bay has a Playcentre, a Kindergarten, Primary Schools, an Intermediate, a High School, and an International College. There is also a Plunket Clinic for pre-school health checks.
Blockhouse Bay Town Centre offers a variety of shops. There is a supermarket, a liquor store and two dairies for grocery items, places to buy clothing and jewelry, an optometrist, and a dollar store. With a choice of two hairdressing salons and barbers, the family is sorted for haircuts. There are restaurants, cafes, and a bakery all offering a variety of food. Three banks, a post office, and three real estate offices make the town a very convenient place to go if you need a few things done. Blockhouse Bay Library is also a peculiar feature of Town Centre, with equally exciting literature available for all ages.
For more details, please visit:
https://www.blockhousebay.org.nz/
#NewZealand #Auckland #BlockhouseBay
Hey there! Get ready to uncover Auckland's hidden gems at Blockhouse Bay Beach, Craigavon Park, and Green Bay Beach. Kick back and relax on the inviting sands of Blockhouse Bay Beach, where you can soak up the sun and let your worries drift away. For some outdoor excitement, head to Craigavon Park, with its expansive fields perfect for games and playtime. And don't forget to explore the natural beauty of Green Bay Beach, where breathtaking views and a tranquil atmosphere await.
Timestamps:
00:00 Preview
00:04 Location
00:17 Blockhouse Bay Beach Reserve
00:57 Craigavon Park
01:37 Green Bay Beach
Music:
千本桜 (Senbon Zakura) -Piano ballade ver.-
https://youtu.be/mtkBU3bV0tY
Footage captured using Samsung Galaxy S8+
Tags:
#NatureLovers #NatureWalks #Nature #Hiking #NewZealand #Auckland #NZVlog #AucklandVlog #Beaches #Travel #ScenicViews #Seaside #AucklandAttractions #AucklandTourism #CoastalBeauty #Relaxation #OutdoorAdventures #BestViews
Blockhouse Bay is a residential suburb of Auckland, in New Zealand's North Island. It is sited on the northern coast of the Manukau Harbour and is also close to the administrative boundary that existed between Auckland City and Waitakere, two of the former four cities of what was the Auckland conurbation before amalgamation into Auckland Council.
NZ Streets & Parks will drive from Blockhouse Bay to Sandringham Road, Auckland, New Zealand
#walkingvideo #aucklandcity #newzealand #drivingaround #carrider
NZ Street Walks will take you through to the Blockhouse Bay Beach Reserve Park, perched on the edge of the Manukau Harbour, this reserve is a popular spot throughout the year. It has heritage sites with a wealth of Māori and European historical sites, including a seawall built around 80 years ago.
The beach and grassed open space provide plenty of room for the kids to run around. Toilets, a barbecue, picnic tables, and seating make it the perfect spot to relax or have a picnic.
A wide, flat walkway leads to the Blockhouse Bay Boat Club and spectacular views from the point. The boat ramp at the end of Endeavour Street provides access to the water for boats and kayaks. The boat-themed playground is popular with younger children.
For more information, please visit:
https://www.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/parks-recreation/Pages/park-details.aspx?Location=174
#NewZealand #Auckland #BlockhouseBayBeach
We walked from Flounder Bay, through Sandy Bay, to Blockhouse Bay. The kids had great fun collecting sea glass on the way, and finding crabs and limpets.
#breetventures #adventure #travelwithkids #travel #exploring #gopro #hero10 #auckland #nz #newzealand #blockhousebay #beach #cliff
We're an NZ family who love to travel, explore and discover new things in New Zealand and the rest of the world. Come and join us on our adventures!
New Zealand (/njuːˈziːlənd/new-ZEE-lənd, Māori:Aotearoa[aɔˈtɛaɾɔa]) is an island country in the southwestern Pacific Ocean. The country geographically comprises two main landmasses – that of the North Island, or Te Ika-a-Māui, and the South Island, or Te Waipounamu – and numerous smaller islands. New Zealand is situated some 1,500 kilometres (900mi) east of Australia across the Tasman Sea and roughly 1,000 kilometres (600mi) south of the Pacific island areas of New Caledonia, Fiji, and Tonga. Because of its remoteness, it was one of the last lands to be settled by humans. During its long isolation, New Zealand developed a distinctive biodiversity of animal, fungal and plant life. The country's varied topography and its sharp mountain peaks, such as the Southern Alps, owe much to the tectonic uplift of land and volcanic eruptions. New Zealand's capital city is Wellington, while its most populous city is Auckland.
Somewhere between 1250 and 1300 CE, Polynesians settled in the islands that were to become New Zealand, and developed a distinctive Māori culture. In 1642, Abel Tasman, a Dutch explorer, became the first European to sight New Zealand. In 1840, representatives of the British Crown and Māori Chiefs signed the Treaty of Waitangi, making New Zealand a British colony. Today, the majority of New Zealand's population of 4.5 million is of European descent; the indigenous Māori are the largest minority, followed by Asians and Pacific Islanders. Reflecting this, New Zealand's culture is mainly derived from Māori and early British settlers, with recent broadening arising from increased immigration. The official languages are English, Māori and New Zealand Sign Language, with English predominant.
When they say We were never old enough to care It's like first of November And when they say We were never good enough to love They've been washed in the holy waters So I wanna die With my eyes full life All the years I survived I knew nothing about Nothing about So I wanna die With my head full life All the years I survived I knew nothing about Nothing about so much Hope we got far 'Cause here it's the same as for a bear To be stuck inside a bird cage And if we swim To see New Zealand with our friends Oh would you please bury me there And sing Together for the new start I'm sailing Through the mighty coast lines As a ghost on a holiday So I wanna die With my eyes full life All the years I survived I knew nothing about Nothing about So I wanna die With my head full life All the years I survived I knew nothing about
The funeral for Stephen Thorpe is being held at the Blockhouse Bay Tennis Club at midday ... The last surviving family member of the highly regarded scientist killed in Blockhouse Bay was not be able to attend his funeral service today.
Stephen Thorpe, 54, was killed in a violent attack in the Blockhouse Bay Tennis Club car park on Saturday ... Thorpe spent much of his time identifying plant and insect species in Blockhouse Bay - where his life tragically ended ... Blockhouse Bay homicide.
"He wanted to start a business in New Zealand." ... His office in Blockhouse Bay also has film distribution partnerships with large Bollywood production houses such as Zee Studios and Yashraj Films in India.
Police can confirm one person has died following a serious crash in Blockhouse Bay on Sunday 25 June ... New Zealand Police published this content on 28 June 2023 and is solely responsible for ...