Matakana River is in the
Auckland Region
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of
New Zealand's
North Island
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. It flows south from its origins on the slopes of Tamahunga, Conical Peak and Pukematakeo, north of the township of
Matakana, passing through the township and flowing into its estuary, which opens into Kawau Bay, facing
Kawau Island.
The Matakana River hosts the annual Matakana Seagull Race, a boat race where the power is provided by
British Seagull outboard motors.
See also
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List of rivers of New Zealand
References
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External links
Photograph of Matakana Riverheld in
Auckland Libraries' heritage collections.
Rodney Local Board Area
Rivers of the Auckland Region
Rivers of New Zealand
Hauraki Gulf catchment
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