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, New Zealand, from Governor Grey's mansion on Kawau, New Zealand, to early Maori farms on Motutapu, New Zealand.

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

Elisabeth Easther meets people who've created their own island niche in the Hauraki Gulf.

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