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Around the country our untamed coastlines, sparkling white sandy beaches, rolling green farmland, snow-capped mountains and native forests are filled with unlimited attractions for those who love the great outdoors. Whether you are a tramper, wildlife enthusiast, angler, skier, surfer or sailor, you'll find New Zealand perfect for outdoor adventures. Aside from our great outdoors, there are also many great family attractions around the country, from theme parks, water parks, zoos and aquariums to beautiful parks and beaches. Kiwis are incredibly talented; our great artists, craftsmen, entertainers and those with 'Kiwi ingenuity' also provide many of the attractions. Check out fabulous artists' studios, galleries, museums, culture shows and live entertainment.

Porirua City has an atmosphere and life of its own with the largest indoor and bulk retail complexes
in the region. A must-see is Pataka, Porirua's Museum of Arts and Culture, which showcases the best
in contemporary Maori, Pacific Island and New Zealand art. Pataka is now host to the Melody Farm
Music exhibit, an interactive display full of musical instruments, jukeboxes and record players
dating back to the 1840s. Other museums in the area include the New Zealand Police Museum, which is
packed full of old police uniforms, medals, regalia and information about disasters and historic
crimes. There are many walking tracks around the area, including easy walks around the coastland.
The Porirua Trust Aquatic Centre is fun for the whole family, with waterslides, a rapid river and
spa pools. Other attractions include go-karts, fishing trips, three golf courses and Aotea Lagoon
for family entertainment. There are beaches, where you can enjoy kayaking, surfing, windsurfing,
boating, swimming and diving. For recreational fishers, there are several boat launching ramps or
the Mana Marina for those who require a more permanent mooring. Off the coast lies Mana Island, home
to many endangered species such as the takahe.