Rangitoto Island

16/03/2026

Easter Escape on Rangitoto Island?
Enjoy a peaceful Easter holiday on Rangitoto Island in a charming historic bach surrounded by native bush.

Book online at https://www.rangitoto.org/overnight-rangitoto/

Image credit: Jane Puckey

23/01/2026

Paradise Apiary, Rangitoto

"Hopkins Family, Rangitoto. On reverse: George, Isaac, Ernest, Alice & others Camping Place at Paradise Apiary Rangitoto. Apiarist Isaac Hopkins (with beard) and family picnicking at the paradise Apiary camping ground on Rangitoto." 1900s-1910s

Auckland Libraries Heritage Collections 1927-01

20/10/2025

The Auckland Tramping Club was formed in the Rangitoto Island crater on 18th October 1925. The 100th Anniversary was celebrated on the island by 80 members of the club with walks to the summit, shared stories over cups of tea at the museum and a chance to view the heritage collection of photos of the club's members over the years.

09/10/2025

Bach 101, Islington Bay
Did you know that you can book a Bach and stay overnight at Islington Bay? http://www.rangitoto.org/overnight-rangitoto/

This amazing painting has been created by Jane Puckey
Her Bach paintings have just gone up for sale at The Poi room

https://www.thepoiroom.co.nz/collections/jane-puckey
"All images are the creative and intellectual property of the artist and may not be copied, downloaded or used in any way without the express written permission of the artist. The artist reserves the right to seek compensatory recompense should the intellectual property rights be contravened"

02/10/2025

Jane Puckey Art - Bach 38, Rangitoto Island

The Bach paintings have just gone up for sale at The Poi room
https://www.thepoiroom.co.nz/collections/jane-puckey

"All images are the creative and intellectual property of the artist and may not be copied, downloaded or used in any way without the express written permission of the artist. The artist reserves the right to seek compensatory recompense should the intellectual property rights be contravened"

26/09/2025

Jane Puckey Art - Bach 52
Rangitoto Bach series 1 of 6 (possibly more)

These 200mm x 200mm paintings will be available to view and buy at the Poi room.
https://www.janepuckey.com/

"All images are the creative and intellectual property of the artist and may not be copied, downloaded or used in any way without the express written permission of the artist. The artist reserves the right to seek compensatory recompense should the intellectual property rights be contravened"

# Bach 52 is currently available to rent overnight – Holidayhouses.co.nz

24/09/2025

Jane Puckey Art - Bach 55
Rangitoto Bach series 1 of 6 (possibly more)

These 200mm x 200mm paintings will be available to view and buy at the Poi room in a week or so.
https://www.janepuckey.com/

"All images are the creative and intellectual property of the artist and may not be copied, downloaded or used in any way without the express written permission of the artist. The artist reserves the right to seek compensatory recompense should the intellectual property rights be contravened"

22/09/2025

Crown Lynn pottery has featured in the domestic lives of New Zealanders for decades and can be found still in use in the baches available for overnight stays on Rangitoto Island. If you are looking for an enjoyable outing that brings back some wonderful memories you'll like Te Toi Uku Crown Lynn Museum.

Te Toi Uku is a thriving community-focused Museum based in New Lynn, Auckland. Our name translates to ‘art of clay’ in te reo Māori, and our purpose is to celebrate and preserve the diverse histories associated with West Auckland’s clay industry, with a particular focus on Crown Lynn Potterie...

09/09/2025

As part of the upcoming Auckland Heritage Festival the Bach Museum will be open on Tuesday 23 Sept, Saturday 27 Sept, Sunday 28 Sept and Saturday 4 October. We hope to see you during the festival.

Celebrate sport and recreation at the 2025 Auckland Heritage Festival. Enjoy 100+ free or low-cost events, family fun, and mark 75 years since the 1950 Empire Games.