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Porirua is a picturesque coastal city situated in the Wellington region of New Zealand. Its natural beauty, diverse culture, and a variety of attractions make it an excellent destination for visitors. One of the most popular attractions in Porirua is the Pataka Art + Museum, which showcases contemporary Maori, Pacific, and New Zealand art, along with a collection of historical artifacts. For outdoor enthusiasts, the Te Ara Piko pathway is a must-do trail, offering breathtaking views of the city's landscape. Porirua boasts several parks and reserves, including Whitireia Park, which offers stunning coastal views and walking tracks. Other attractions include the Adrenaline Forest adventure park, the Titahi Bay Beach, and the Mana Island Wildlife Sanctuary. In summary, Porirua is a must-visit destination for anyone seeking to explore the natural beauty and cultural heritage of New Zealand. With its range of activities and attractions, Porirua has something to offer every traveler.
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There are three routes up to Rangituhi/Colonial Knob, offering a loop walk taking from three to five hours.

One starts at the Broken Hill Road carpark (at Spicer Botanical Park). This is the more scenic route taking you into the Rangituhi/Colonial Knob Scenic Reserve, past the man-made lakes which once supplied water to Porirua Hospital, and through Kohekohe forest.

You can also get up from Raiha Street through the Porirua Scenic Reserve, and from Raiha Street up the gravel Farm Road to the radio station.

Take in the views from the top of this 468 metre high hill rising to the west of Porirua City. On a clear day you can view many other high points from the Inland Kaikoura Range in the south to Mt Taranaki in the north-west. Towards the north it's possible to see as far as Waikanae. Southward are the suburbs of Tawa and Johnsonville. Just below is the city of Porirua and its harbour (a unique drowned river valley) stretching out towards Paremata and the Pāuatahanui Inlet. The seaward outlook takes in Kapiti and Mana Islands, and on a clear day the South Island.

An Airways New Zealand radio station on Rangituhi/Colonial Knob assists with the radar control of aircraft, through a beacon which checks Hawkins Hill radar in Wellington and Tokomaru/Mount Robertson radar in the South Island.

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