We all know autumn is beautiful across New Zealand. Autumn colours in Twizel draw me to the MacKenzie every year. This blog captures some of my favourite places to gather shots of the stunning displays. There are photography tips at the end if you’re interested. […]
Category: New Zealand
10 spots to explore in and around Golden Bay
On a recent holiday in our camper, we had more time to explore in and around Golden Bay. This is an amazing part of New Zealand and it was great see it in more depth. While we have walked the Able Tasman we have not […]
New Zealand Birds
This blog documents the New Zealand birds I have photographed . Some are endemic (only found in NZ) some native (naturally occur in NZ). I have put a table of contents at the back if you want to look for a particular bird. I put […]
A night at Lake Angelus
Mid January with a perfect weather forecast we headed up to the Nelson Lakes from Greymouth. I had been working and exploring around Greymouth quite a lot so we decided to head a bit further afield. Lake Angelus has been suggested by a number of […]
Diary of a COVID-19 Lockdown
Two weeks before a total lock down in New Zealand I was attending a book festival and visiting my daughter in Wellington. COVID-19 was know as coronavirus and was happening somewhere else. This is the diary of a COVID-19 lock down in Christchurch. We knew […]
Exploring the Ashburton Lakes
You can be exploring the Ashburton Lakes in just a few hours from Christchurch. This area, while known as the Ashburton lakes, is actually the Hakatere Conservation Park. Its an outdoor lover’s dream, a little hidden piece of paradise with some awesome walks and tramps. […]
First time walking the Mueller Track
The Mueller Hut sits high in the mountain ranges of the Aoraki National Park looking straight out at Aoraki (Mt Cook). Its not a particularly long tramp but it is very steep in many places. It also requires climbing at least 2000 stairs till your […]
Waterfalls in the Catlins
The Catlins In December 2018 we headed off to look for waterfalls in the Catlins. Not just ticking off the popular ones but hoping to find a few others as well. It didn’t disappoint. No trip south is complete without the Catlins. So where is […]
Milford Track, NZ Great Walks
Four incredible days on the Milford Track First up the practical stuff – scroll down if you already know this Tramping the Milford Track has been on our bucket list for a while. It can be hard to get a spot so keep an eye […]
A night and a day in stunning Akaroa
Arriving This trip to beautiful Akaroa was for just one night and one day. That doesn’t mean you can’t pack a lot in, and still find time to cruise out and relax. Of course though stay longer if you can! I decided to take up […]