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Orokawa Bay: Pristine Peaceful Beauty Orokawa Bay: Pristine Peaceful Beauty

Having returned to Paihia, a dinghy ride into the township to stock up on fresh food led us to the local Countdown: how shopping had changed in a few short days! A Covid reducing Level 4 lockdown in New Zealand meant  a guard stood at the shop entrance. A minimum of ten people were lined […]

Motuarohia Island: A Wildlife Sanctuary Motuarohia Island: A Wildlife Sanctuary

Paroa Bay to Motuarohia Island Time for food restock, a return visit to Russell was required. Directly across from Paroa Bay was our lunchtime destination, the wildlife sanctuary of Motuarohia Island. As always, the beauty and vibrant colours of the surrounding landscape first attracted the eye. Upon entering the small bay neighbouring Cook’s Cove, heavenly […]