Howick

Howick occupies a coastal ridge on the eastern side of the Tāmaki River estuary in Auckland. The Hauraki Gulf coast lies close by, placing this established suburb within Auckland’s network of waterfront communities. In 1847, Howick was founded as one of Auckland’s Fencible settlements, home to retired British soldiers expected to support the defence of the young colonial town. Howick Historical Village preserves this chapter through relocated heritage buildings and demonstrations of 19th-century life. Today, local shops and cafés give the town centre a practical, lived-in character, while nearby bays and reserves provide easy access to the coast. Discover further points of interest through webcams across Auckland and the Hauraki Gulf.

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