Many faces

This unusual sculpture/outdoor artwork is situated outside Forum North, Whangarei's main events, performance and conference venue.

As Whangarei is a small city it doesn't attract the big names in music or theatre, but there are some great shows, concerts, plays and musicals staged here by local entertainers and some lesser known international acts.

The Longest Drink in Town

The milkshake menu in the window of Noodle Canteen on Vine Street, featuring the ubiquitous "Longest Drink in Town" giraffe which has featured on the side of Kiwi takeaway milkshake cups for, well, ever since I can remember.

I notice that although they do Lime flavour, the traditional Creaming Soda and Spearmint varieties are sadly missing off the list.

I am going to have to get up a petition.

Water Street Railway Bridge

July jonquil

My favourite winter flower - I love its gorgeous vanilla scent. Next in flower will be the daffodils...

Almost there...

I've been in Auckland overnight - not long I know, but it's always good to be home.

A touch of light

Sunrising rays slanting through the mist on the drive to Auckland this morning.

The Answer my Friend, is blowing in the Wind

Busker in James Street, lunchtime today. Not only did he look like Mr Dylan, he sounded just like him too...