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Hatfields NZ Beach Image
One Small North Auckland Beach A scenic photo image, yet unexpected from this small beach with the coastal road passing alongside. This is a beach that is often overlooked by traffic heading into the northern region of New Zealand. With the Wenderholm Regional Park only 5 mins further north I guess it is understandable that many people would bypass Hatfields, but I can tell you that I continue to be surprised at some of the cool images I capture while visiting Hatfields. Great Elements for Beach Photography. Although the road is right there and can be busy with traffic, Hatfields has trees for shade, nice sand and is a cool…
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Rangitoto Island Day Trip Auckland
For a great day out in Auckland check out Rangitoto Island. I have to be honest, this was my 3rd time up to the Summit of Rangitoto Island. Last weekend I met up with family in Auckland and we decided for a fun day out to catch the Ferry to Rangitoto Island and then climb to the top of the summit for lunch. Catch the Ferry from Devenport or Downtown Auckland We travelled into downtown Auckland and caught the Ferry from the wharf in the city. It was quite busy. Being the school holidays and such a nice day, many others had the same idea. Once the ferry was loaded…
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Scotts Landing a Picture Image NZ
Just where is Scotts Landing NZ? Within an hours drive heading North of Auckland and out on the Mahurangi East Coast is where you will discover a small scenic bay, Scotts Landing, tucked in close to the mouth of the Mahurangi River. The beach itself is small in comparison to many but on a hot day when the tide is in this little bay is perfect for a family picnic. Great swimming for young kids and the water is often cool and clear. As the tide recedes you can walk out and around the little Island attached at the end of the bay, Cassell Island. There is lots of grass…
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Matakohe Kauri Museum
Spend a Day At The Matakohe Kauri Museum Here is a good idea for a day trip North of Auckland on a nice winters day. Travel north to the Matakohe Museum, enjoy lunch in the cafe and spend a couple of hours looking over the extensive collection of gum treasure from past while you learn the history of the Kauri and the lives of the men who worked the hard yards in the bush. The Kauri Tree and especially the golden Kauri Gum that seeps from the tree has fond memories for me. We used to search for the gum in the bush when we were kids and it was…
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Tawhranui Regional Park Day Picnic NZ
Tawhranui Regional Park is a great family day out. As a kid, we went to the park for family and work picnics on occasion over summer. One thing that I remember is that the road was rough and very long, narrow and with lots of sharp corners and we used to dread the ride out there. I also remember the very deep rock pool that dad and his workmates would throw a beer bottle into and dive in for it. Even now when I visit the park I look forward to seeing the rock pool. The road to Tawharanui is much improved and the park is a beautiful place to…
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Te Muri Bay Great Camp Spot NZ
Te Muri Bay Is not only just a great camping spot Te Muri Bay camp is also quite isolated for a beach that is so close to Auckland.Reason being that you do have to walk a little way to camp and many people shy away from doing that. There is no road into the camp. You access it from Mahurangi West regional park where you park and then follow a grassy track down to an estuary which needs to be crossed at low tide, from there onto the beach and the camping ground is at the far end of the beach. The other option is to go into the bay…
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Omaha Beach NZ North Auckland Lens View
Omaha Beach NZ Is a beach North of Auckland, A popular beach with quite a number of flash homes and Holiday homes. I remember my first visit to the beach when I was just a kid. Back then there were very few houses. just loads of sand dunes and surf. It is great to be able to remember when nature was natural and untouched. Omaha Beach is still a beautiful beach as I have tried to capture this with the following images. The beach has little natural shade so on a hot day you will need to bring a cover. Suitable for surfing when conditions are right and often suited…
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Hot Water Beach NZ to Do
Yes I had always wanted to go to Hot Water Beach NZ I have now ticked Hot Water Beach off the bucket list but would go again given the opportunity. My Visit to Coromandel was my big chance. My sister came over from Australia so we planned a visit to Coromandel. This was my big chance to go to a New Zealand beach with hot water. All I knew was that you dig a hole and then relax in the warm water that comes in from underneath. Staying in Coromandel I booked a cool little place right in Coromandel Township so the trip to Hot Water Beach was a little…
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A Magic Day Kawau Island NZ
Looking for something to do on a beautiful summers day in the Auckland Region? There is an Island in the Hauraki Gulf that is a great destination for an extra special day out. Picture this You come around the rocky coastal outcrop and into a crystal clear bay and there is a huge beautiful historic house on the foreshore under some massive palm trees. The long wharf adds to the scene and your ferry comes alongside to lead you directly to Mansion House.Breathtaking.It gets me every time. Out in the Hauraki Gulf of Auckland, you will find Kawau Island another of natures gems and also a great day trip out…
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Day Out Tiritiri Matangi Island A Bird Sanctuary.
Tiritiri Matangi Island A bird sanctuary to be proud of. A day trip to Tiritiri Island is my top choice for a day out in the Hauraki Gulf. You get to enjoy the Hauraki Gulf. Have fun spotting birds while enjoying the bush. A great family day out. Many New Zealanders are keen to put time and effort into conservation andregenerating forests, saving our native birds and animals from extinction. This Island in the Hauraki Gulf is a great success story. The bird song greets you as you step off the ferry. I was lucky enough recently to spend a wonderful day on Tiritiri Matangi Island. My First Visit to…
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