Many people may not know or remember the Whirinaki Forest, situated on the southwestern corner of Te Urewera National Park, its magnificent groves of podocarps are not generally well-known.
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A-Z of NZ Locations: Curio Bay
In my series of A-Z of NZ Locations, I will take you for a meander around areas that are unique gems, some yet to be polished though worth a visit for either historical reasons, culinary delights or for the sheer vistas.
Spoke’tacular – Tauranga to Maketu
While doing my mandatory morning leg stretches, glancing at a new dawn's sky; it held a promise of sunshine with no dark clouds and little wind. It was perfect for an organised long cycle ride with a friend.
A-Z of NZ Locations: Barrytown
In my series of A-Z of Locations, I will take you for a meander around areas that are unique gems, some yet to be polished though worth a visit for either historical reasons, culinary delights or for the sheer vistas.
Grandad’s Patch
Grandad Ballard and with the assistance became a market gardener when he was given the opportunity to buy fertile land in Gisborne after the war. With Nana's helping hands they grew an abundance of kumara.
Life at No. 22 