Stony Batter - Visit

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Stony Batter Gun Emplacement

SITE TO VISIT
Stony Batter
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Ethnicity: European
Site type: Coastal defences
Where: Eastern end of Waiheke Island.
How to get there: Ferry from downtown Auckland. You can hire cars and bikes on the island or use the many taxis and shuttle services.
How Long to allow: How long to allow: 2 hours.
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An emplacement.


What:

World War II gun emplacements and magazines. A torch is desirable.

What else to do there:

Great views over the gulf, wineries (the island is known for its reds), craft shops.

Web info:

http://www.doc.govt.nz/templates/page.aspx?id=34076

http://www.ipenz.org.nz/heritage/itemdetail.cfm?itemid=2164

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