The Egyptian GardenOn an errand in Hamilton today I stopped at Hamilton Gardens to see the recently-opened Egyptian Garden. This is the newest garden set…Jun 12, 2022Jun 12, 2022
Rhododendron in PutaruruI think I should create a nice post on things to see and do in Putaruru. For the moment here is a beautiful rhododendron I enjoyed working…Sep 28, 2021Sep 28, 2021
Spring is SpringingThe Waikato is starting to see more sunshine and some warmer days. This weekend we move the clocks ahead. Here are some pictures around…Sep 21, 2021Sep 21, 2021
Rain in MatamataToday we visited Matamata, a town in the Waikato region. While walking the street looking for a good place to have lunch, I spotted the…Jun 6, 2021Jun 6, 2021
The Magnificent CoromandelThis summer we spent some time holidaying in the Coromandel. The Coromandel generally refers to a large peninsula on the eastern side of…Mar 28, 2021Mar 28, 2021
At the MountMount Maunganui is a coastal resort town slightly northeast of Tauranga. In the summer the population swells by thousands as many take to…Feb 6, 2021Feb 6, 2021
Matapaua BayI saw a side road in Opito Bay named Matapaua Bay Road, which begged to be explored. After a few precarious kilometers up and down steep…Jan 23, 2021Jan 23, 2021
Stingray CoveThis is Stingray cove, one of four small coves nestled into the eastern side of the Coromandel Peninsula. It is part of the Te…Dec 16, 2018Dec 16, 2018
Cherry BlossomsThe Waikato Cherry Tree Festival is a joyous one with families, couples and friends all in a happy mood snapping photos together under the…Sep 23, 2018Sep 23, 2018