My Mother's Islands

Elisabeth Easther discovers how much the islands of the Hauraki Gulf have changed since her mother visited them more than fifty years ago.

Elisabeth Easther explores the history of the islands of the Hauraki Gulf, from Governor Grey's mansion on Kawau to early Maori farms on Motutapu.

Elisabeth Easther visits three islands in the Hauraki Gulf that are sanctuaries for many of our endangered animals and plants.

Elisabeth Easther finds colorful and unusual people living on the islands of the Hauraki Gulf.