Short walks in Auckland - mini adventures for maximum enjoyment

Kepa Bush is another little Auckland treasure that contains bush trails and native trees, flora and fauna that is easy to get to. The circuit takes about 30 minutes, and it provides views of the bush, 3 volcanoes (One Tree … Continue reading →

Today was my first visit to St Johns Bush. This little gem of a nature walk is in a reserve of beautiful native trees and bush, with a stream and a mighty Kauri tree. This is a great spot to … Continue reading →

Today I was shown an interesting waterway – Meola Creek.  Meola Creek is the result of run-off from Mt Albert, Mt Eden and Three Kings and runs over and under ground (in pipes) out to Waitemata Harbour at Meola Reef. … Continue reading →

The new Wynyard Quarter Stage One opened for business in August this year. Today we visited for our first time. So far, we are impressed. The circuit we walked took in many interesting sites- from the open spaces, fishing boats, … Continue reading →

Discover the uniqueness that is Waiheke Island. You will feel as though you are far away from Auckland. Unspoiled sandy beaches, lush native bush, fabulous views, and the island’s best walkways. Waiheke Island walkways and vineyards are just waiting to … Continue reading →

Despite the low grey clouds we set off on a new walk above Tamaki Drive, Mission Bay around the MJ Savage Memorial Park. The views of the Harbour and City are spectacular. Not a great walk after or in rain … Continue reading →

I have driven past Mangere Mountain many times without realising where it was. I knew of it, but hadn’t seen it. I discovered it last year and found that it’s a huge and unspoiled volcano with fabulous views across the … Continue reading →

Today’s discovery walk was at Hobsonville Point.  A good friend of mine had already told me about how wonderful the Catalina Cafe  is on a sunny day.  And then today I read about Hobsonville Pt Park children’s playground which is quite unique … Continue reading →

I felt like a tourist in my home city this morning! The morning was stunning after last night’s opening of the Rugby World Cup 2011. The skies were blue and the water still in the harbour, with just a little … Continue reading →

Today’s walk around Lake Pupuke in Takapuna was a discovery one. I have been here only a few times – with my children when they were little and once to a garden sculpture exhibition. I had not realised that you … Continue reading →