FEELING REFRESHED

Finally, the much longed for, and awaited rain has arrived.

By the bucket load.

That's okay as we were all beginning to feel a little parched.

A good drenching will make us feel totally refreshed.

Yesterday however was a day I was able to enjoy and take photos of a few of the gardens around town before the flowers lose some of their glory.


As with most towns we have a dedicated team of workers who spend a lot of time planning, planting and maintaining the garden beds for the benefit of the community.

The colourful display of flora shown via the photographs enhance 2 picnic sites and the war memorial, allowing everyone to see what productive soil we have here.

PLAYTIME

It's playtime at Opotiki Wharf.

This summer the locals and visitors alike get to experience the provision of waterplay resources. These photos taken today not only show what a cracker day it was here (as per most other days)they also show people enjoying the pontoon, slide and rope swings.

There is a very practical reason for the water play area, it leaves the boat ramp and launching area free and clear for boaties minus swimmers and dippers.

When the area was opened, just before christmas, the mayor and some of the councillors were amongst the first to test the equipment, one even dressed as Santa. That's what I like about this town, everyone is involved.

If river swimming is not to your liking, that's okay, there is a competition for BMX riders and skateboarders at the bowl tomorrow. There is always something to do.

And if you are one of the many hundreds of people lucky enough to have visited our town already you know that.