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Wake to birdsong, fall asleep beneath star-filled skies, and experience the simple abundance of life close to the land.
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Aotea Harbour, Whāingaroa (Raglan)
RELAX – RECONNECT – INSPIRE
A nature-connected community where people, creativity, and the land come together among native forest, gardens, and the beauty of Aotea Harbour.
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Welcome — Nau mai, haere mai
A place where people and the land grow together.
Hakea is a nature-connected community nestled within the beauty of Aotea Harbour. A living place where people, plants, animals, and creativity come together through connection with the whenua.
From regeneration and food systems to creativity and community, Hakea is a place where new ways of living, learning, and growing are explored.
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Find your way back to nature
Whether you are here to sleep under the stars, host a gathering, learn regenerative practices, or simply breathe — Hakea has a space for you.
Our Kaupapa
Guided by our values
Hakea is guided by values that nurture people, place, and possibility. They inspire us to live with care, grow in abundance, express our creativity, and deepen our relationship with Papatūānuku.
Kaitiakitanga · Guardianship of the living world
We care for the whenua, waters, forests, and all living systems, recognising that our wellbeing is inseparable from the wellbeing of the Earth.
Whanaungatanga · Connection and belonging
We nurture meaningful relationships through shared experiences, learning, creativity, and caring for one another, recognising that we thrive together.
Manaakitanga · Hospitality, generosity, and care
We welcome others with kindness, respect, and generosity, creating a place where people feel valued, supported, and at home.
Scenic Reserve
Pakoka Scenic Reserve & Loop Track
Step into native forest alive with birdsong and follow the scenic loop track to a quiet inlet on Aotea Harbour. A place to slow down, explore, and reconnect with nature.
Native Forest
Wander through regenerating native forest where towering trees, birdsong, and diverse native species create a thriving living ecosystem.
Harbour & Inlet
Take in the ever-changing beauty of Aotea Harbour and the peaceful inlet beside Hakea, where land, water, and sky meet.
Loop Track
A peaceful walk through regenerating native forest, with lookout points, birdsong, and the chance to discover glowworms beneath the night sky.
Activities
Workshops, tours & experiences
Reconnect with the land through hands-on experiences, shared knowledge, and moments of discovery guided by the people who call Hakea home.
Garden Tours
Explore the hidden gardens of Hakea and discover how we work with nature through food forests, succession planting, and regenerative design.
Introduction to Beekeeping
Spend time with the bees and learn the foundations of beekeeping through hive care, bee health, and understanding the vital relationship between bees, plants, and the land.
Surfing Classes
Connect with the ocean, learn the foundations of surfing, and experience the joy of riding waves with guidance from a passionate local surfer.
Hakea Tour
Discover the story of Hakea through the forest, gardens, animals, and living systems that make this place unique.
Kayaking
Explore the waterways of Aotea Harbour and experience the beauty of this living estuarine ecosystem, surrounded by birdlife, tides, and coastal landscapes.
Glowworms
Experience the quiet wonder of Hakea after dark, as glowworms illuminate the forest and reveal another side of this living landscape.
Ready to experience Hakea?
Come and connect with the land, explore the living systems of Hakea, and share in the experiences that bring this place to life.