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A unique watergarden located 45 minutes south of Auckland city. Ponds, gardens and pathways surround the historic Mauku Waterfall and rock quarry.The garden is a beautiful location for garden visits, weddings, special occasions and celebrations.

A garden nursery, gift shop and waterfall cafe are on site.

The Gardens History

Wrights Watergardens are built around the historic Mauku Waterfall and stream. The area has a rich and eventful history.

During the 1800s, a huge waterwheel was located at the top of the waterfall which powered the flax mill built beside it. Once dismantled, the area became a favourite picnic spot and the site of many wedding proposals.

After the Second World War, the land was turned into a rock quarry which provided much of the hard metal for the roads leading out to the local steel mill. After the quarry was abandoned, noxious weeds and rubbish covered the area for
several decades.

The quarry has now been transformed into a 4-acre garden, beautiful in all seasons. A different scene emerges each day, from the ever-changing selections of trees, shrubs and native plants. Waterlilies, lotus and iris all flourish in this stunning setting.

We hope you are able to come and experience the beauty and uniqueness of Wrights Watergardens for yourself.

Location

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Here's what's happening in the garden...

     LOTUS FESTIVAL SATURDAY
          30/1/2010 to SUNDAY 14/2/2010

The gardens are open for all to enjoy. The many hardy and tropical waterlilies are in flower, as are the sacred lotus flowers. The garden is in full bloom so be sure to come out and see the magnificent beauty and colour in the garden

DURING THE LOTUS FESTIVAL ENJOY THE RELAXING MUSIC OF THE HARP PLAYED BY NOES BUTTS.    
NOES MAY BE FOUND IN THE GARDEN, THE GIFT SHOP OR THE CAFE.   WHERE EVER YOU FIND HER THE MUSIC OF THE HARP WILL ENTRANCE YOU.   NOES ENCOURAGES VISITORS TO SIT AND ENJOY AND LEARN ABOUT HER JOURNEY OF LEARNING HOW TO MASTER THE ART OF HARP PLAYING.

TROPICAL WATERLILY FLOWERS ARE FOR SALE AT THE GIFT SHOP  $6-00 PER BUNCH.   THESE FLOWERS CLOSE EVERY NIGHT AND OPEN EACH MORNING THE PERFECT FLOWER FOR HOSPITAL PATIENTS AND CHILDREN.

YOU MAY MEET YODA THE NEWEST MEMBER OF THE WATERGARDEN STAFF.
YODA IS A 9 WEEK OLD KELPIE WHO IS ALREADY A MASTER AT WEEDING AND CARRYING AND SURE TO BE A BIG ASSET AT THE GARDENS!!!

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For the Kids

The gardens are a great place for a family day out. Kids especially love our turtle colony and the eel pond! Due to height and water hazards, children must be supervised by an adult at all times.

For the Dogs

We warmly invite you to bring your dog out to enjoy the gardens with you. We ask that you bring a leash and clean up any mess the dog may make.

Opening times

From 1st October we are open from 10am until 4.30pm Wednesday to Sunday.

From Mothers Day until 30th September we are open by appointment. Please email or phone to arrange visiting time. Thank you.

Garden Entry Prices

Adults	$8
Seniors (65+)	$7
Children (5-15yrs)	$4
Family (2 adults & 2 children)	$20
Dogs are free.

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