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The crystal blue waters of Russell.


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The Wharf at Russell...


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Even car ferries need Christmas trees!


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On the way to Okiato (to visit Russell) via the car ferry looking back to Opua.


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Spent some time at Harura falls trying to capture the grandeur and wide expanse. Not heaps of water but it was summer...


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Spotted a few killer whales (Orcas) on the way back to Paihia. We counted about 11 at one time – I was only able to capture these 4...so...


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Looking back onto Russell from the ferry – we will return to look around a little later...


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Sitting down after lunch watching the water and the clouds – can’t believe we needed to huddle under blankets to keep warm from the winds...


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These islands just keep on going – a little like the mountains in the South Island...


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You can just see someone to the left of the tree enjoying the shade and serenity...