Stony Batter - Visit

Stony Batter Gun Emplacement

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Stony Batter
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Ethnicity:	European
Site type:	Coastal defences
Where:	Eastern end of Waiheke Island.
How to get there:	Ferry from downtown Auckland. You can hire cars and bikes on the island or use the many taxis and shuttle services.
How Long to allow:	How long to allow: 2 hours.
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An emplacement.

What:

World War II gun emplacements and magazines. A torch is desirable.

What else to do there:

Great views over the gulf, wineries (the island is known for its reds), craft shops.

Web info:

http://www.doc.govt.nz/templates/page.aspx?id=34076

http://www.ipenz.org.nz/heritage/itemdetail.cfm?itemid=2164