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Te Auaunga – Oakley Creek

Te Auaunga has its source in Waikōwhai, the largest forest remnant in Auckland. The upper reaches of the awa have not been as heavily modified as the lower reaches.

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Published: 10 April 2024Size: 1.71 MB

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