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Week 21
23 September 2007
Waihowhai whichs means "Kowhai by the water", is the largest block of native forest left in
Auckland City, hosting a valuable sample of Auckland's orginal fauna and flora. The bush covers
an entire hillside stretching from the top of the ridge, down to the water. With a panoramic view over Manukau Harbour, beautiful green lawns, a playground and picnic tables, this reserve is a popular family spot. In spring the whole valley is ablase with yellow flowering Kowhai. The
native Kowhai in turns attract the tui and rosella.
Quote for the week
A photograph is usually looked at - seldom looked into. - Ansel Adams
Low tide at Faulkner Bay with Mt Mangere in the distance
Moss covered rocks
Raindrops on a sleeping bumble bee
Ruins of a forgotten building in the middle of the bush
A colourful Rosella
Silver Fern
An overview of the reserve
Looking across Manukau Harbour towards the airport, with part of
Puketutu Island just visible on the left
Looking towards Manukau Harbour Bridge
The silhouette of Mt Wellington and the Sky Tower against an orange sky.
Taken whilst driving home
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