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NGS Super has been serving Australian non-government schools for more than 20 years. We are the largest national industry super fund dedicated to the education sector and have over 80,000 members and more than 3,000 contributing employers.
NGS Super is committed to providing member education through online tools, learning modules and financial planning services and seminars. We offer employers two streamlined web-based payment options and easy contribution payment methods. Our Relationship Managers provide personal service and are available to visit schools to talk about super, meet employees and answer their questions.
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At Willis Ed, our role is to find better ways to provide risk management and insurance broking services to the education sector. With more than 30 years experience partnering with schools, our expertise includes placement, servicing, compliance, claims management and risk reduction strategies. Our efforts are directly targeted toward risk profiling and effective controls to minimise exposure and risk to our clients. That’s why our education client base has grown to almost 300 schools, colleges and institutions throughout Australia.
Contact Willis Ed today on 03 8681 9791 to learn how we can assist your school, or visit us online.
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Creating an enjoyable, memorable and satisfying food experience is at the heart of what we do.
Fresh ingredients, seasonal produce, and a clear focus on home-style, healthy and nutritious meals are the key elements of our overall food philosophy. Menus are designed to cater for the diverse range of student tastes, dietary requirements and cultural backgrounds and to provide the fuel their minds and bodies need to achieve their best. Our reputation for service excellence has been earned by dedicating ourselves to serving our students and clients better. A market leader, we currently partner with over 100 educational facilities across Australia and New Zealand. For more information visit
www.alliancecatering.com.au or www.alliancecatering.co.nz
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Programmed Property Services (formally Programmed Maintenance Services) provide a broad range of property maintenance services through a directly employed workforce model based at over 60 branches throughout Australia, New Zealand & the United Kingdom. We create value for our customers through innovative long term relationships that help drive our customers’ success. Programmed Property Services offers a range of distinct services designed to add value individually or integrated into a packaged approach for your property maintenance needs. These services include painting & maintenance programmes, grounds & horticultural management, corporate imaging & signage and building maintenance & refurbishments. We are proud long term supporters of the ASBA and look forward to once again sponsoring the ASBA 2011 national conference.
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Furnware is New Zealand’s largest, most contemporary and leading provider of school furniture. In Australia through partnering with RE Batger in NSW and ACT, Furnware have begun proving the Victorian and wider Australian market with our world leading educational furniture. Furnware’s difference is obvious, unlike many classroom products available our products are researched and designed with the students in mind. Bodyfurn® furniture is appearing in leading schools all over the world, with feedback from teachers and students reinforcing our message, that well designed products can improve learning outcomes. Sydney’s RE Batger has been providing school furniture to the Australian market for over 50 years. REB is the leading furniture provider to schools in NSW and ACT and have a huge range to suit any school environment. Batger’s have been providing Bodyfurn® furniture to schools in NSW and ACT for over four years.
www.furnware.co.nz
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Celebrating 50 years in Australia and over 40 years in New Zealand. Fuji Xerox is the industry’s leading provider of integrated document services. The company offers a range of technology solutions and business services to meet our customers’ needs for the effective management of information, from creation through to production, distribution and capture.
With knowledge and capabilities to develop and implement document services for the education sector, Fuji Xerox has expertise in document management, digitising data, print, office supplies, software solutions and managed services.
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Inspiriti are the makers of iWise and Igloo. Igloo is a portal which gives your school community access to all your applications, including on line fee payment - in a single, secure web interface. iWise is a complete web based school administration system which can enhance your existing system or operate independently. www.inspiriti.com.au |
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The Australian Catholic Superannuation & Retirement Fund (ACSRF) offers a variety of financial services including superannuation, allocated pensions, insurance, financial planning and access to home loans and low cost banking services. ACSRF members and employers enjoy a more personalised service thanks to self-administration and regional offices around Australia. The Fund is managed by people who are not only members but also share the same values as you. ACSRF is the right choice for those who want an ethical and trusted financial services partner.
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Established in 1953, Woods is a premier manufacturer of products for schools that are available throughout Australia and New Zealand. Woods is also the manufacturing partner for VS Germany – the world’s best designers of school furniture products.
Woods and VS have furnished many of the iconic school projects in Australia and New Zealand and are renowned for 'Bringing Education to Life'.
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PCSchool School Administration Software offer the unique opportunity to connect all facets of school management, Curriculum, Finance, Library, Shop & Foundation, seamlessly through one common database, providing efficient timely access to a rock solid platform, without limitation.
You will achieve better management, a more cohesive team and you will have more time for the things that really matter.
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TASS.web is fully web based School Administration System that provides schools with an integrated solution for the management of Student, Financial, Payroll and Community records. The TASS.web solution also includes various portal applications specifically designed for Parents, Teachers, Students and Past Students. www.tassweb.com.au |
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OSHClub runs Before School, After School & Vacation Care programs across Australia. We either run our own OSHC program, take over an existing program or help schools to run their own programs.
With over 120 programs in place across the country, we meet all needs across:
- Quality programming & care
- School revenue
- Quality Staffing
- Activities
- Systems & processes
- Online booking system
Call today on 1800 460 870
www.oshclub.com.au
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School Plan is a convenient school fee management service, offered at no cost or obligation to Australian schools. School Plan ensures term or semester fees are paid directly to your school by the due date, whilst allowing the families of your school to pay in monthly installments. For further information please email schoolplan@asg.com.au, call 1800 337 419 or visit us at www.schoolplan.com.au |
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The FE Technologies Smart Library™ Radio Frequency Identification system is state-of-the-art RFID for libraries.
Using SIP2 protocol, the Smart Library™ RFID system enables speedy, simple and user-friendly library transactions for library staff and borrowers. This includes check out, check in, return, putting items on hold, stock-take and daily shelf management.
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OMNILINK implements a School Property Management System for independent schools. With AssetWhere™ we discover, collate and consolidate school property records into a map based system. For many schools this is the first time they have valuable building and essential services compiled as a corporate resource. OMNILINK extends this functionality with advanced asset register and facilities management functions.
www.omnilink.com.au
Schoolbox facilitates teaching and learning through an online collaboration and eLearning system for school communities. Since 2001 Schoolbox has been transforming learning in major, independent schools for staff, students and parents.
Schoolbox's interactive community portal utilises advanced technology, making it a complete communication and content distribution system.
Teachers can begin to use Schoolbox with minimal training. The system integrates with existing databases such as Synergetic and is easily customised to each schools' unique needs.
Schoolbox provides a simple modern interface designed to support and extend learning experiences. Schoolbox is brought to you by Alaress Pty Ltd. www.schoolbox.com.au |
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Synergetic is a fully integrated School Management System, enhanced with online connectivity, that includes modules for Development/Fundraising, Registrar/Students, Curriculum/Assessments and all Financial Management including General Ledger, Debtors, Creditors and Payroll.
Implemented in leading independent schools and colleges throughout Australia and New Zealand, Synergetic offers over thirty years of proven reliability.
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SalPac Administration Pty Ltd is a Salary-Packaging Administration Bureau that provides an outsourced programme to employers from all sectors of the business community specialising in Educational Institutions.
SalPac is an industry leader in salary-packaging exhibiting, open communication channels, quality service standards, detailed reports and long term relationships.
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Educational facilities, from primary schools right through to the new Auckland University Business School, have benefited from Lundia’s wide range of flexible storage solutions. Space-saving mechanically assisted mobile shelving and fixed wall shelving provide storage options in school libraries, classrooms and resource rooms, ensuring precious resources can be stored safely and made easily accessible for staff and students.
Lundia has proudly practised sustainable design and manufacturing processes for decades, and respect for the environment is central to the company’s philosophy.
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Ausco Modular and Portacom Building Solutions are leading modular building companies who provide full turnkey infrastructure solutions to the education sector in Australia and New Zealand respectively. We design, construct, hire and install a wide variety of education buildings such as classrooms, libraries, multipurpose buildings, kitchens, lunchrooms and office administration, as well as complete schools.
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FlexiSchools provides cashless payment and online ordering systems for schools. FlexiSchools is a simple and cost effective way for schools to remove cash and streamline operations of the canteen, uniform shop, and other school facilities. Over 150 schools across Australia trust FlexiSchools to deliver reliable and well-supported cashless systems.
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Since 1946, Midford has provided Australian schools and students with innovative and high quality schoolwear. We also, offer advice on garment supply and the establishment of On-Campus retail shops.
Whether you are considering outsourcing your current On-Campus Uniform Shop or establishing one, Midford can tailor a retail solution that will suit your school's individual needs.
For more information, contact Liza McKenzie, Midford National Retail Manager
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OfficeMax draws on a rich history in the Australian and New Zealand education markets, recently aligning our education businesses with our parent brand OfficeMax. Utilising that heritage of trusted relationships, a strong service ethic and education expertise and supplementing it with our national resources and global buying power, we are able to bring to market an unparalleled education service offer.
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At Distinction we get TOP MARKS for going the extra mile, integrity, professional service, listening, value, product quality, not being pushy, having a winning team, building relationships, having NZ's biggest range and offering furniture solutions tailored for your individual needs. We are backed by manufacturers who take pride in their work and carry the Environmental Choice New Zealand tick. No Pressure...... we're ready when you are.
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Ricoh has evolved from a world leading office equipment manufacturer to a managed print services and solutions provider. Since 1936 Ricoh has offered sophisticated products and solutions that enhance the productivity of office jobs, promote digitisation and networking, and respond to the needs of a changing workforce. We have continued to expand our portfolio in the past several years, moving into areas such as production printing, consulting and managed document services for schools.
Ricoh’s Managed Document Services (MDS) provides an integrated information management solution, to reduce costs and improve office document workflow. MDS is a flexible and scalable suite of services that makes it easy for organisations such as schools to continually optimise their printing costs, without compromising on control over speed, document quality or performance.
Our comprehensive product and services offering is backed by an enviable worldwide reputation as a leader in not just office automation, but also of sustainability. Ricoh's pioneering efforts in the office automation and imaging industry have been officially recognised globally, with awards including six consecutive years on the ‘Global 100’ list of the Most Sustainable Corporations. www.ricoh.co.nz
www.ricoh.com.au
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The education sector plays an important part in building the skills and competencies of our community. At NAB, we appreciate the importance of this responsibility, but also the unique challenges independent schools face in order to remain financially viable.
Dependency on parents' capacity to pay fees, government funding policy changes and variation in subsidies, and pressure to find cost-effective ways to expand and upgrade schools building and equipment are just some of the many issues that NAB Education & Community Business can assist you to manage.
They can help you design flexible lending solutions to keep your school's facilities and equipment up-to-date, manage your everyday transactions and cashflow, and establish high-interest accounts and other investment solutions.
For more information visit www.nab.com.au/education |
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Established in 2001, SchoolPRO has arguably established itself as Australia’s most progressive professional school administration software. Not content to sit on our laurels, we have invested heavily in creating a totally new product, SchoolPRO 2, which will possibly be the most advanced school administration system available anywhere in the world.
www.schoolpro.com.au
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Capital Finance is an equipment financier who has been partnered with the education sector in Australia for over 15 years.
We can fund a diverse range of assets to suit your school including:
IT
Buses
Mowers/Tractors
PABX
Portable’s
Photocopiers
Vehicles
CCTV
Capital Finance can offer you a flexible and transparent end of term lease process specific to your requirements.
www.capitalfinance.com.au
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EFM Health Clubs specialises in running on-site fitness programs for schools, with over 20 programs running around Australia. EFM provide free commercial grade equipment for each school as well as professionally run programs for students, staff, past scholars, parents and the local school community, all at no costto your school.
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Somerset Education provides financial performance management services to schools. We advise and assist Board Members, Principals and Business Managers to achieve their governance responsibilities. Our Vision is to be a respected supplier of effective financial viability and governance solutions for schools and other educational institutions. Our Mission is the strategic and financial success of your school. www.somerseteducation.net |
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Higgins Coatings are recognised as one of the most experienced painting contractors, delivering innovative and seamless painting solutions. We are continually looking for ways to moderate costs without jeopardising quality. We carefully evaluate your facilities and analyse your essential needs. Our full commitment to you is set out in written detail. You know exactly what you are paying for, and can expect the best professional results at a moderate cost.
www.higgins.com.au
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As Australia's leading furniture manufacturer and supplier for the Education sector, Sebel has an extensive range and infrastructure to support your school. From world leading classroom chairs, desk and accessories to complete fit outs for libraries, halls and science labs – Sebel can plan, supply, install and offer professional advice to ensure a hassle free solution.
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The Campion Group provides the premier resource list service to students in all mainland states of Australia. We provide students with texts, stationery, Ebooks and calculators via our prepack service. This hassle free service only requires:
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On campus space for distribution of orders (if required)
We even pay schools commission on sales!
This service is supplemented by delivery services, Internet booklists, and Australia’s largest retail network.
We also provide a wide variety of library and teacher materials.
www.campion.com.au
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Experienced, dedicated with an intense focus on business relationships, Cater Care represents the best characteristics of Australian hospitality, consistently delivering a unique and high quality service. Our commitment to quality and our passion for people and food, coupled with corporate integrity and financial stewardship, can take your catering management to the next level.
www.catercareaustralia.com.au
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Your partners in marketing, Danthonia Designs is Australia’s leader in three-dimensional and LED signage for schools. Danthonia’s signage service covers everything from design to installation to service down the road. Hand sculpted from HDU (high density urethane), Danthonia signs are highly durable and give schools years of extremely successful marketing.
www.danthonia.com.au
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RM Education is a specialist education company, providing Maze and Integris School Management Systems, Learning Management Solutions, Furniture for Learning Spaces and Classroom Technologies to state schools in Victoria, Western Australia, the ACT and Northern Territory, and one third of Catholic and Private Schools across the country. To learn more about our solutions and how we can help your school to achieve its goals, please visit.
www.rmeducation.com
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Noone Imagewear is a specialised textile and clothing designer, manufacturer and retailer of schoolwear. Established in 1947, Noone Imagewear successfully produces quality products for over 1200 Australian leading schools and corporate organisations, nationally.
Noone Imagewear produces an extensive range of ties, blazers, knitwear, trousers, dresses, skirts and sportswear and has modern manufacturing facilities in Melbourne, Victoria.
Noone Imagewear also has extensive experience in the management of “on campus” uniform shops for schools, with over 70 schools enjoying the total supply solution for their uniform needs.
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The Church Resources organization has been in operation since 1997, delivering Australia’s Church and not-for-profit community outcomes for the collective common good. Church Resources aggregates more than $200m in spend with a range of Church and not-for-profit groups, as well as managing some of Australia’s premiere faith-based publications.
www.churchresources.com.au
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LAPG Education (Life’s A Party Group) is now part of Compass Group Australia Pty Ltd. Along with the Scolarest and Eurest brands, we believe this recent and exciting development now offers the education market an unmatched catering solution. Dedicated to genuinely making a difference to the standards of catering in schools, our commitment to you and our passion for this market is now powered by the formidable Compass Group. The combination of our boutique style solutions and tailored approach, backed by a robust and solid company who shares our vision and aspirations for this market, will give you an alternative for serious consideration.
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Ranier Design Group is the specialist in custom designed uniforms, with more than 38 years experience and supplying to Australia’s leading schools. We provide complete design and manufacturing services, as well as part design solutions, updates to existing uniform programs, set up and management of school uniform shops. We believe in the positive impact of customised uniforms, which cultivate school’s ethos to bring a sense of belonging and pride to students.
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Risk Wizard manages school risks, school compliance obligations and school related incidents. It’s a user friendly solution for school business managers with comprehensive email workflow and a wealth of clever features to save you time and money.
Call us for a no-obligation demonstration of the system - 0061 3 9602 4200 - E: info@riskwizard.com
www.riskwizard.com
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Officeworks is Australia's largest supplier of office and stationery products catering for all your schools’ and students’ needs. We have the widest range of stationery, technology, furniture, general office products and print and copy services to cater for both back to school and classroom supplies. Contact one of our education specialists on 1300 OFFICE (633 423) for a personalised quotation.
www.officeworks.com.au
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With experience, unparalleled knowledge of facility maintenance and the ability to structure a program focused on your strategic goals, TJS Services is a trusted integrated facilities maintenance and management partner
Cleaning Services
Facility Services
Security Services
Fire & Safety Services
Construction Services
Venues & Events
www.tjsservices.com.au
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Aon has managed the insurance needs of educational institutions for over 30 years. Our specialist Education Practice has developed tailored insurance solutions based on local exposures and issues emerging globally.
We provide specialist insurance advice and solutions for over 500 educational institutions, including leading universities and independent schools.
www.aon.com.au/education
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We’re Australia’s first bank and we’ve been supporting Australians for 194 years through the good times and bad.
Westpac’s national team of independent School Specialists are experts in the financial needs of the education industry. They will work with you to review your current banking arrangements to find opportunities that save you time, increase value and improve cash flow
www.westpac.com.au
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netOLS, compliance and risk management solutions for the whole school community
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PaySmart sets the benchmark as one of Australia’s largest and longest established direct debit billing companies. Many schools throughout Australia take advantage of our no cost to school service, to make cash flow problems a thing of the past. Your parents will love the fact they can have greater control over the family budget by being able to pay their school fees on a more flexible and affordable payment plan. www.ffapaysmart.com.au
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For more than 26 years, DELL has empowered countries, communities, customers and people everywhere to use technology to realise their dreams. Customers trust us to deliver technology solutions that help them do and acheive more, whether they are at home, work, school or anywhere in the world.
www.dell.com.au
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Autonomous Energy is a sustainable energy engineering company. Our mission is to reduce GHG emissions and facilitate the transition from current unsustainable energy consumption and systems to sustainable energy systems, as quickly and efficiently as possible.
Our areas of expertise include design, supply and installation of turn-key renewable energy systems, renewable energy engineering, professional energy audits and energy efficiency upgrades, sustainability strategy and environmental ratings for buildings.
www.autonomousenergy.com.au
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We're with you EVERY STEP OF THE WAY
With an extensive range of experience managing the salary packaging needs of hundreds of Independent schools across Australia, we would welcome the opportunity to discuss with you how we might be of service.
Selectus can manage your Employee Benefits and Salary Packaging program at no cost to you the employer.
Selectus will also provide employee education and assistance to ensure full understanding of the value of Salary Packaging.
We also provide training to your payroll staff to ensure their confidence and support whilst making sure that the most efficient processes are utilised.
Packaging a Novated Lease for a new or second hand vehicle or in-house school fees can increase the take home pay of your employees by thousands of dollars each year.
www.selectus.com.au
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Nobody knows Auckland better than Auckland Convention Bureau (ACB). Offering free and impartial advice to help create an unforgettable event experience from start to finish, ACB can help you find the perfect venue and accommodation, provide ideas for activity programmes and coordinate site inspections of our city's facilities. ACB can also assist with bid preparation and presentations for international incentive and conference business.
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DF Souvenirs is a distributor of New Zealand products. The company is family owned and has been trading since 1928. We specialize in New Zealand brands such as Canterbury of New Zealand, Swanndri, GL Bowron sheepskins, Alpine Silk lanolin and other brands.
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Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools & Spa. The natural place to unwind – a world class spa experience set in a unique alpine environment just 90 minutes' drive from Christchurch.
Set in a breathtaking natural landscape, surrounded by forests and mountains, the Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools & Spa has fourteen open-air pools, including a family activity pool with 2 waterslides, picnic area and café/restaurant. To complete the experience, visitors can also enjoy a range of massage and beauty treatments at The Spa.
www.hanmersprings.co.nz
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Whale Watch Kaikoura: New Zealand's ultimate all year round nature experience. Kaikoura's semi-resident Sperm Whales share their unique world with a host of the other whale and dolphin species - all regular sightings aboard Whale Watch tours. Our 95% success rate means we guarantee an 80% refund if your tour does not see a whale.
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The only way to experience the Auckland Harbour Bridge by foot! Climb under, around, up and over one of Auckland’s most iconic landmarks on this 1.5hour personally guided tour. Custom engineered walkways provide a safe, enjoyable and easy-going experience, and with extensive commentary about the history of the bridge, the structure and surrounding Auckland you will learn all there is to know!
Enjoy Auckland to the fullest with magnificent 360 degree views from the summit
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Bush and Beach is Auckland’s premier small-group eco-tour company. Daily tours to Auckland’s coastal rainforest, wild black sand beaches, untamed Great Barrier Island and Coromandel Peninsula give a unique experience of spectacular natural worlds. Their food and wine tours to Matakana and Kumeu Wine Country are an exhilarating assault on the senses day out. |
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