The Rimutaka Incline Railway Heritage Trust aims to reinstate and operate a world-class heritage railway between Wellington and the Wairarapa. The Railway will be a unique tourist attraction for Wellington and New Zealand, and a major contributor to the regional economy.

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Providing secure, affordable quality early childhood education at kindergartens in the Upper Hutt and Wairarapa regions.

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Rimutaka Forest Park Charitable Trust is a non-profit organisation committed to protecting and restoring the unique flora and fauna of the Rimutaka Forest Park.

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A history of the Hutt Valley Railway from its construction to the present day. The emphasis is on signalling and operations, with extensive use of diagrams and photos.

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Information about Fire Police in New Zealand, and details for joining your local brigade.

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An exciting and lofty hiking route crossing the north of the Tararua Ranges.

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Preserving New Zealand's rail heritage. The site features forums and chat for train enthusiasts.

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Set in 4.5 acres of native bush at the mouth of the scenic Akatarawa Valley, in Upper Hutt. Accommodation options cover motels, tourist flats, cabins and tent sites.

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The association has several schools located throughout New Zealand and Australia, offering a friendly and encouraging environment in which to pursue the art or Aikido.

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…central city, The Castle Wellington's unique location provides unsurpassed views, from the Kaikoura Ranges and Cook Strait all the way around to the Rimutaka Hills.

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Directory listing and links to Wairarapa primary, post primary, tertiary and support organisations.

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Complete profile with prison jail sentences in New Zealand, sentencing remand probation and parole data, news, publications, and careers advice.

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Guide to NZ is also the Web site of Downtown Car Rentals, an Auckland rental car company with a wide range of renting and leasing options at the most competitive rates going.

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Triathlons, duathlons and multisport in New Zealand - news and results.

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One of the oldest congregations in the Wellington district.

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Formed in 1972 to provide co-ordination and leadership to the heritage and tourist rail industry in New Zealand.

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Formed in 1994 as an incorpoated society for the purpose of restoring Opapa railway station to its former glory.

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Information on Railway Lines Locomotives, resources and sounds.

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A historic rural railway using both vintage steam and diesel-electric locomotives on 12.8 km of scenic line.

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Experience the skydiving, either with a tandem jump or learn to go solo via the accelerated freefall training course or static-line jump.

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Dealing with the district council and what it has to offer to this region of Wairarapa.

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A teaching resource that documents New Zealand textile design, with a focus on printed textiles and t-shirt designs.

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A vineyard that is located on the outskirts of the village of Martinborough.

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