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Continue reading →: Lunch at the Penny Black Victorian Tea Room at The TanneryI had heard there was a tearoom opening at The Tannery but it was a surprise today when I got there to see it was operating. As a big fan of high teas, it was a no-brainer for my partner and me to have lunch there. Afterall, we’d walked an…
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Continue reading →: The Roundabout BunniesA while back, I’d heard about the roundabout bunnies, but hadn’t seen them. Today, while driving through the intersection there they were. So I had to stop for a few photos. Now this is a busy intersection, so it wasn’t that easy, and the bunnies are hyper-alert to people coming…
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Continue reading →: Wood Pigeon in the Botanic GardensIt pays to keep your eyes peeled for these beautiful birds as you wander around the Botanic Gardens.
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Continue reading →: Panadero Filipino BakeryUntil yesterday, I’d not heard of this bakery, as I don’t have much reason to be in Upper Riccarton. At a friend’s suggestion, we met there today to try out their donuts (the bakery is located at Church corner in the Peerswick Mall at 388 Riccarton Road). They bake a…
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Continue reading →: Autumn Garden Show ExhibitsI got along to the Autumn Garden Show that’s currently on in the Botanic Gardens. Some lovely floral displays along with some bonsai trees.
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Continue reading →: Monarch Butterflies in Woodham ParkMonarch’s over-winter in Christchurch, clustering together in large groups in parks all around Christchurch. During warm sunny days you can find them flying around their favourite tree (often the largest one in the park).
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Continue reading →: Avon River, River Road in AutumnI frequently drive along Avonside Drive thinking I wish I could stop and take a photo – as during this time of the year the river is just stunning with the amazing colours and reflections. Well today, I purposely drove there as I knew it would be beautiful late this…
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Continue reading →: Christchurch Central LibraryMore progress on the central library with the architectural cladding going on.
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Continue reading →: Rauora Park MuralThere’s are new mural at Rauora Park near Manchester Street. It’s by local street artist Wongi Wilson.










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