A revised edition of Bob Harvey's book 'Untamed Coast', about the West Coast of Auckland and the Waitakere Ranges, provides a detailed guide on the newly opened Hillary Trail. It also tells the history of the area and describes the unique character of the somewhat wild, and well known popular beaches including Karekare, Piha, Bethells and Muriwai.
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