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The Auckland region lies between two coastlines.  To the west is the Tasman Sea and to the east is the Pacific Ocean coastline.  The region extends from the mouth of the Kaipara Harbour in the north, across the southern stretches of the Northland Peninsula, past the Waitakere Ranges, and the isthmus of Auckland and across the low-lying land surrounding the Manukau Harbour.  The region ends within a few kilometres of the mouth of the Waikato River.  It is bordered in the north by the Northland Region, and in the south by the Waikato Region.  It also includes the islands of the Hauraki Gulf, Waiheke and Rangitoto. 

Volcanic cones mark the skyline, and the Waitakere Ranges rise steeply in the west. The major river is the Waikato in the south. 

In just half an hour you can be almost anywhere: sailing to an island, trekking through the rainforest, picnicking on a volcano, sampling wines at a vineyard or wandering on a wild, black sand surf beach. 

The Auckland Region is the country's largest urban area. It is half urban, half marine, and a cosmopolitan experience wrapped up in a fascinating water world comprising of over 50 islands. 

It has by far the biggest population and economy of any region, where one third of New Zealanders live. 

Being located between two harbours, fresh seafood is an Auckland speciality, and a food-lovers’ paradise, bustling with trendy cafes, ethnic eateries and award-winning restaurants. 

It’s the region of choice for over half of the new migrants. They’re drawn here by Auckland’s job opportunities, good climate, stunning natural environment with beautiful harbours, beaches, parks, and its vibrant, cosmopolitan centre. 

Aucklanders can choose between a sophisticated urban lifestyle, living in the suburbs or moving a short distance to the countryside to live on a lifestyle block surrounded by farmland and native bush.

A great place to live, work and enjoy