Omanawanui Track has been reopened after extensive work to prevent the spread of kauri dieback disease. Photo: Matthew Cattin

Omanawanui Track, Waitakere Ranges Regional Park

August 2021

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The Omanawanui Track on Auckland’s west coast may be the most impressive tramp in the Waitakere Ranges.

At the southernmost point of the Waitakere Ranges, Whatipu stands guard over the entrance to Manukau Harbour. With vast black sand dunes, a sizable wetland, impressive caves and staggering headlands, it’s about as rugged and isolated as it gets in Auckland. Until recently, the kauri dieback rahui had closed the track. Thankfully, Auckland Council has […]
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