Takapuna Beach, Auckland

Yet another stunning beach on Auckland Harbour. I love the constant backdrop of Rangitoto Island, which can be seen from so many beaches around the Auckland Harbour.  I just have to share this photo of the island with you, taken by Bruce Jarvis, it's just such a stunning capture.

My photo just isn't quite as grand, that early morning light does a lot more for photos than the stark light of midday, as well as the angle, the camera, the cloudless sky... ah well, on a quick trip you can't choose those things :)

Takapuna Beach in early Spring doesn't have many crowds, and there is plenty of room to run around and spread out, it was very windy the day we visited, but wind doesn't deter children from water :)

 

You can see it's really not quite sand, not like the beautiful white sands of the Gold Coast. So far, the two biggest things I've missed from Australia beyond family and friends have been the glorious sunny weather... and the beaches.

And here's just a quick video of the kids in the waves :)