Matakana River
Matakana River is in the Auckland Region of New Zealand's North Island. 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.
| Matakana River | |
|---|---|
| Location | |
| Country | New Zealand |
| Physical characteristics | |
| Mouth | |
• location | Kawau Bay |
| Length | 12 km (7.5 mi) |
The Matakana River hosts the annual Matakana Seagull Race, a boat race where the power is provided by British Seagull outboard motors
See also
References
- "Place name detail: Matakana River". New Zealand Gazetteer. New Zealand Geographic Board. Retrieved 12 July 2009.
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