Hamilton Daily Photo

A common scene

2009-07-01T22:17:00.002+12:00

The Waikato region is farming country. It is quite common to see tractors on the roads around Hamilton. I spotted this one south of Hamilton, just outside Te Awamutu. The driver was taking his time and seemed very laidback about the very slow speed at which he was travelling.

I have been hibernating ...

2009-06-29T22:22:00.003+12:00

I have been very slack the past week or so in posting photos on the blog. I blame the very cold weather we've been having for putting me in a mood to hibernate. I have spent the last few days bundled up in blankets and duvets with books, TV, wine, chocolate, soup, meat stew - and the cat - for company. I will soon emerge from my cocoon, feeling somewhat revitalised and more prepared for life! Bring it on!

Bass x 2

2009-06-23T20:14:00.002+12:00

A friend has taken up the double bass. She gets lessons from a travelling music teacher, who pops in to give a lesson whenever he's in the area. How quaint.

Outside Hamilton

2009-06-21T22:31:00.001+12:00

The beautiful Waikato landscape on the southern outskirts of Hamilton.

I want to ride my bicycle

2009-06-20T22:45:00.002+12:00

This bike, which qualifies as an antique, belongs to a friend of mine who rides it to work most days. Being a university town, there are lots of academics - and students - who ride their bikes to work. I just love it!

Bee and his mate!

2009-06-18T18:37:00.002+12:00

And you thought the bee in yesterday's photo was tall!!

The Big Bee

2009-06-16T22:05:00.001+12:00

I caught this big bee on the run at the Teddy Bear's Picnic!

Do (not) enter the river!

2009-06-15T22:14:00.001+12:00

Yeah right!

Another All White?

2009-06-14T19:39:00.002+12:00

Continuing on yesterday's theme, this footballer obviously takes his sport very seriously!

Future All Whites!

2009-06-13T19:53:00.003+12:00

These two lads are very skilled with a football! They were very happy to pose for a few photos. Maybe they'll play for the All Whites one day.

Peekaboo!

2009-06-11T22:57:00.001+12:00

Playing peekaboo with the new university shops ...

Crouching tiger, hidden dragon

2009-06-10T19:06:00.000+12:00

The tiger is nowhere to be found, and the dragon is not hidden - in fact, it's a flying dragon!

Every cloud has a lining ...

2009-06-08T21:03:00.001+12:00

... but the lining isn't always silver.

The thinker

2009-06-07T21:06:00.001+12:00

I wonder what he's thinking ...

Afternoon siesta is serious business!

2009-06-06T21:59:00.002+12:00

This White Rhino is taking his afternoon nap in shade very seriously. He (or she) will not take kindly to any interruption!

Bringing the outdoors indoors

2009-06-05T19:53:00.002+12:00

What a lovely spot to sit in the morning, with the sun spreading its rays across the room, and the sweet aroma of plants, flowers and herbs outside the open window!

A frosty morning

2009-06-04T17:08:00.003+12:00

It is one of the coldest beginnings to June ever! It was minus 4.1 degrees C this morning. Even the leaves were frozen. The cat took one look at the weather outside and 'declined' my invitation to go out; I then promptly kicked him out!

The bunny welcome

2009-06-03T20:15:00.002+12:00

I am a little bunny.

Eyes on the sides of my head.

I see to the left and right,

Behind me and ahead.
I am a little bunny,

These are my very long ears.

They help me hear many sounds,

I can hear from far and near.

If you go down to the woods today ...

2009-06-02T17:54:00.003+12:00

"ONCE UPON A TIME . . . in a land not so far away, there were lots of boys and girls who dressed up as their favourite story book characters and together with their teddy bears and families, packed a picnic and came to share an amazing, action-packed, fun filled day out!"

June Theme Day: Feet

2009-06-01T09:34:00.004+12:00

My take on the theme day is not very original and imaginative, but the same cannot be said of the two men whose feet are the focus of this photo. Both are educational stalwarts in the true sense of the word; between them they have decades of teaching experience. They defy the modern obsession with formative assessment; to them, the educational experience is an essential aspect of acquiring life experience. Their passion and commitment to their respective fields and students are legendary. To me, they represent all that is good and honourable about tertiary education. Both may be regarded as eccentric, simply because they do not conform to what others consider to be the normal mould. So what is normal anyway? Normality is a myth.

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Another icon

2009-05-31T10:45:00.003+12:00

Yet another beautiful icon from my colleague's collection. Note the various trinkets she has put in the icon box. Each one relates to the person who gifted her this icon.

Romulus and Remus

2009-05-29T23:36:00.004+12:00

A bronze statue at the Hamilton Gardens depicting the founders of Rome, Romulus and his twin brother Remus. Read more about their fascinating story here.

Lemon meringue

2009-05-27T22:54:00.001+12:00

One word: yum!

Anyone for sausage?

2009-05-26T22:01:00.001+12:00

All dressed up to take his owner for a walk!

The very, very temperamental sky

2009-05-25T19:52:00.002+12:00

One of the things I like most about the living in Hamilton is the unpredictability of the weather. One moment it is a perfect autumn day, and the next it clouds over with such haste that there is almost no time to run for cover. In this photo, it seems that the sky's tummy is starting to rumble. Maybe it'd had a dodgy curry the night before ...

Some brave folks!

2009-05-24T22:31:00.003+12:00

These people braved the very cold, wet weather to take their boat out on the Waikato river. I don't know whether to admire them, or pity them!

A well-read duck

2009-05-23T22:15:00.002+12:00

The friend who I mentioned in yesterday's post also has a duck. He has imprinted on her, and thinks that she is his mother. He follows her everywhere.

Icon

2009-05-22T21:31:00.002+12:00

Isn't it just lovely? This very special handmade piece belongs to a colleague - and friend - of mine. She leads an interesting life, which has seen her travel to very exotic places in the world, including an extended stay in Africa.

Waikato's pastoral landscape

2009-05-21T22:41:00.005+12:00

A farm road just outside Hamilton. It is wonderful to have the open countryside literally minutes away from the bustling city centre.

The Web

2009-05-20T18:17:00.001+12:00

It is now clear to me where the WWW got its name from!

A contemplative lad

2009-05-18T22:21:00.002+12:00

For a young lad, he sure looks very contemplative. I wonder what's on his mind.

Decadence personified

2009-05-17T22:16:00.003+12:00

A lovely Shiraz and good quality chocolate. What could be nicer on a cold evening?

1-2-3-jump!

2009-05-16T18:07:00.003+12:00

I watched these lads from afar for a while, before taking this photo. Is this a new sport - step jumping? I have to admit that it was very entertaining watching them jump around like little rabbits!

The man on the moon

2009-05-15T22:38:00.003+12:00

Just before sunset one early evening, the moon - and the little man who calls it his home - were visible just above the branches of this tree.

Clueless!

2009-05-14T21:50:00.002+12:00

I can appreciate the beauty of flowers, like this one in the photo, but I am totally clueless when it comes to identifying the flower type. Can anybody help?

A nice cuppa

2009-05-13T19:33:00.001+12:00

After a nice dinner on a cold evening, a cuppa is just the right medicine!

The colours of the Waikato

2009-05-11T20:21:00.003+12:00

I took this photograph just before sunset on the Waikato University campus. The colours of the Waikato region - yellow, red and black - reflect beautifully off the water. The round building -called Oranga - houses some student eateries.

Scenic Sunday: Mount Ruapehu

2009-05-10T11:19:00.003+12:00

This photo of Mount Ruapehu was taken from National Park Village, which is the midpoint on the train journey from Auckland to Wellington, in January of this year. It is approximately 200 km south of Hamilton. Even in the heat of summer, the mountain has a snow cap.

Mount Ruapehu is well known for its ski fields. In winter months, it is the prime ski destination in the North Island.

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The Italian Renaissance garden

2009-05-09T22:50:00.002+12:00

The Italian Renaissance Garden, one of the theme gardens of the Hamilton Gardens.

Anyone going to town?

2009-05-08T21:55:00.003+12:00

The number 4 bus to the City, late on a Saturday afternoon. There was not a single passenger on the bus, and the driver spent several minutes at this bus stop - probably because he was ahead of time - before moving on.

Autumn

2009-05-07T22:26:00.002+12:00

Beautiful autumn colours next to the river!

The temperamental Hamilton sky

2009-05-06T22:08:00.002+12:00

I believe I can fly ...

2009-05-05T20:10:00.003+12:00

The footballer in yellow is determined to get the ball, but he continues to be held off by the guy in blue, who appears to think that he's an airplane! :-)

Riverside gardens

2009-05-04T19:46:00.003+12:00

Many houses with spectacular gardens front on to the Waikato River. This is definitely one of my favourites. It must be hard work to maintain it.

A family day out!

2009-05-03T20:23:00.004+12:00

A great day for jetskiing with Dad on Lake Karapiro!

Chinese takeaway

2009-05-02T20:37:00.000+12:00

Dinner - or rather, the first bowl of dinner!

May theme day: Shadows

2009-05-01T20:04:00.004+12:00

Two of my favourite things in life are cats, and walking. This photo, with a bench from Bali in the shape of a cat and a walking stick - more ornamental than functional - combines both.

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Is it cold up there?

2009-04-30T21:17:00.003+12:00

Last Monday I posted a photo of two boys' fascination with an ostrich (see the ostriches in the foreground). Today I am posting a photo from the same trip to the Hamilton Zoo. This time it is people's amazement at the antics of three giraffes. See the visitors' hats? The New Zealand sun is obviously not to be taken lightly!

Pavlova

2009-04-29T21:31:00.004+12:00

I love desserts. It is without a doubt my favourite part of a nice meal. I have just returned from dinner at a friend's house, and we were served a Greek Lemon Cake - with a drizzle of yoghurt - for dessert. It was utterly delicious. In honour of that nice dessert, I post this photo of what is considered New Zealand's national dessert: the pavlova. The pavlova is a meringue and fruit dessert named after the Russian ballerina, Anna Pavlova. The dessert is believed to have been created to honour the dancer during or after one of her tours to Australia and New Zealand. The exact location of its first creation and the nationality of its creator has been a source of argument between the two nations for many years, however research into the matter indicates New Zealand as the source of today's pavlova.

The strawberry pavlova in the photo was the highlight of a meal that I recently had on the steamboat that cruises the Waikato River, the Waipa Delta. It was the perfect way to end a lovely sunset cruise.

A misty morning

2009-04-28T20:13:00.002+12:00

The Waikato river on a misty morning.

The photo is taken from a small wooden jetty, sponsored by the Ambassador Motor Inn, a local motel. What I fail to understand is the desire of some people to make their mark, quite literally, as shown in the photo. I have substantially more appreciation for tagging - especially if it has some artistic merit - than this kind of mindless vandalism.

Mayday Mayday!

2009-04-27T20:33:00.003+12:00

The duck on the left is about to make an emergency landing, but the one that has just landed and the two others appear totally unperturbed by the kerfuffle!

Scenic Sunday: Lake Karapiro

2009-04-26T19:18:00.003+12:00

Lake Karapiro is the home of rowing in the New Zealand. Later this year, it will host the World Rowing Championships.

The lake is located 35 km to the southeast of Hamilton. It is a lovely spot for watersport or just a picnic.

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Eeling

2009-04-25T15:12:00.004+12:00

On my afternoon walk, I spotted two boys fishing down by the river. I approached them, asking what they were after. "Eels," the one answered, "but we catch and release." He was obviously the experienced one, as he was the one holding the line. "This is my first time eeling," said his friend, "so I'm just watching my friend."

Skywatch Friday

2009-04-24T20:54:00.004+12:00

This photo was taken from my garden a couple of days ago. The day had started off with beautifully sunny weather, but then it turned all dark and cloudy. The sight of the dark clouds, the patch of blue skies and the rainbow made for quite an eerie sight!

This is my first time participating in Skywatch Friday. Please visit Skywatch for other photos!

If you go down to the lake today ...

2009-04-23T19:13:00.003+12:00

The Hamilton Gardens is always a good place to go for a picnic or a walk. The grounds are always immaculately maintained. One of my favourite spots is next to the main lake. It is really peaceful, except when the ducks make a commotion during feeding time!

Postbox series: no 9

2009-04-22T22:13:00.004+12:00

The second instalment in the postbox series. This one perhaps lacks the character of the first in the series - it is after all only a hole in the boundary wall - but at least it is very functional and practical. There's no doubt about where the letters should go!

DANGER: Brandy & Santanya woz here!

2009-04-21T19:34:00.003+12:00

Not only are they vandals, but their English is atrocious too!

Look at the size of that bird!

2009-04-20T21:33:00.005+12:00

I recently visited the Hamilton Zoo. I did not expect much, but was pleasantly surprised by the size of the grounds, and the range of animals on display. It really is an asset to Hamilton.

The zoo has many African animals, including rhinos, giraffes, various buck and of course, lots of ostriches. In the part of South Africa where I am from, ostriches abound, but they appear to be rather scarcer here in New Zealand!

These boys were fascinated by this bird and spent quite some time admiring it.

Compared to the size of the little bird on yesterday's photo, the ostrich on today's photo is huge!

Here birdy birdy!

2009-04-19T19:48:00.004+12:00

This little bird joined us for cake and coffee the other day. It was one of a whole flock perching on the outside tables of the cafe pecking away at crumbs.

Blooming buds

2009-04-18T19:29:00.004+12:00

The flower garden at the entrance to Gate 2 of the Hamilton Gardens is a magnificent display of colour. This photo was taken in February.

Postbox series: no 3

2009-04-17T20:33:00.006+12:00

I adore postboxes, especially old ones. I suspect that this one creaks when it's opened. Lovely! This is the first in a series on postboxes in and around Hamilton.

Kicking up some sand

2009-04-16T07:54:00.006+12:00

A snapshot taken at a local soccer match. Part of the ball can be seen on the extreme right of the photo. The goalie's team - Hamilton North Football Club - won the game.

Braai/BBQ

2009-04-15T08:32:00.004+12:00

Every now and again, a proper braai (the South African equivalent of a BBQ) is just the ticket! No gas in sight; just wood and fire, that eventually turn into glowing charcoal! My favourite braai meat is lamb shoulder chops; none of the pork sausage that the New Zealanders seem to love so much, for me!

Lily of the garden

2009-04-14T13:08:00.008+12:00

This is a lily from my garden. The photograph was taken shortly after a brief downpour of rain.

I love lilies, because of their look, smell and feel. In South Africa, they are known as varkore - literally, "pig ears".

Feline imperiousness

2009-04-13T09:39:00.005+12:00

The Cat of Cats

I am the cat of cats. I am
The everlasting cat!
Cunning, and old, and sleek as jam,
The everlasting cat!
I hunt vermin in the night-
The everlasting cat!
For I see best without the light-
The everlasting cat!

William Brighty Rands

Walkies!

2009-04-12T10:30:00.013+12:00

This lady and her dog have different ideas about where to go; Ma'am wants to go one way, pooch wants to go the other way!

Speedboating on the Waikato river

2009-04-11T10:23:00.007+12:00

I was lucky enough to have my point and shoot camera on hand when this speedboat came whizzing past on the Waikato river. The pilot was kind enough to wave hi, and one of his passengers gave an obliging smile!

Student Centre building project

2009-04-10T14:03:00.004+12:00

These photos show workers currently constructing the new east wing of the library as part of the new student hub of Waikato University. It is a major construction project that will take approximately 3 years to complete. More information can be obtained here. Ultimately, this is what the new east wing of the library will look like.

Trains, planes & automobiles - oh, and a steamer

2009-04-09T15:24:00.005+12:00

Recently, there has been a lot of controversy about transport in and around Hamilton. Air New Zealand has significantly reduced the international Trans-Tasman services to and from Hamilton International Airport to the point of near decimation; the condition of the railway track that connects Auckland and Wellington with Hamilton has been the source of ongoing complaint; and now the only vessel to operate on the Waikato River, the Waipa Delta, has threatened to up and leave for 'greener' waters, so to speak - Auckland's Waitemata Harbour - unless the Hamilton City Council comes to its rescue.

Well, it appears that the council is offering a $300 000 lifeline, but subject to certain conditions, including that the owners agree to keep the steamer operating as a tourist attraction on the Waikato river for five years. Read the full story in today's Waikato Times here.

I have been on the Waipa Delta and it is a lovely steamboat that is a real asset to Hamilton. It would be a pity to lose it, but in these tough economic times, can the Council really afford to keep it in Hamilton?

The life blood of the Waikato

2009-04-08T08:51:00.010+12:00

The Waikato river essentially defines the Waikato region. Waikato is a Maori word that means flowing river. At 425 kilometres long, it is the longest river in New Zealand. Its source is the eastern slopes of Mount Ruapehu, and it empties into the Tasman Sea at Port Waikato, near Raglan on the west coast.

The river has a series of eight hydroelectric power stations that generate electricity for the national grid. The river also provides cooling water for the coal/natural gas fired thermal power station at Huntly, just north of Hamilton.

The Waikato River has spiritual meaning for various local Māori tribes including the large Tainui, who regard it as a source of their mana or pride. The widely-respected marae of Turangawaewae is close to its banks at Ngaruawahia. In 2008, the Crown and Tainui reached a settlement for historical claims over the Waikato River, resulting in shared control and management of the river by Tainui and other local bodies. Here is a newspaper report of the settlement deal.

The river splits Hamilton into two parts: the west side and the east side. However, most inhabitants refer to the two parts as either "this side" or "that side", depending on which side of the river they happen to find themselves at the time! I live on the east side, and rarely go across to the west side, except for the occasional swim at the public pool.

This photo was taken from the Flagstaff pedestrian bridge, looking back towards the Pukete bridge and the city centre.

Who's been a naughty boy?

2009-04-07T19:40:00.008+12:00

Alas, it is not a rhetorical question. I am guilty. Mea culpa.

Today, on a whim, I bought a brand new SLR camera kit. It was a very good price, and unfortunately I am not the type to refuse a bargain!

This does not mean that my reliable point and shoot camera will be retired! Certainly not, as I will forever carry it with me wherever I go on the off chance of a photo opportunity. The Nikon camera, with lenses and stuff, can be a drag to carry along all the time and will therefore be used for specific 'assignments' only.

Here is a snap photo of some of the new gear. Now to read the manual and learn how to properly use it ...

Ode to espresso

2009-04-06T17:24:00.006+12:00

I am without doubt addicted to my morning espresso. I cannot face the day without it.

The first thing I do in the morning after waking up, is stumble to the kitchen to switch on the espresso machine. While the water heats up, I grind the coffee beans. The whizz of the coffee grinder - and the intoxicating aroma of the ground beans - wakes me from any remaining slumber. I delicately put a scoop of the ground coffee into the filter holder, attach it to the machine and switch the dial to espresso. The sound of the water being pressured through the ground beans is magical; the aroma of the delicate liquid that trickles into the cup is intoxicating. And then, the first taste of the crema on top: pure, sublime bliss.

Ode to espresso

nothing smells better
than beans crushed so fine
hot water extracting
flavour sublime

part science part art
join man and machine
creating golden ritual
from black roasted bean

with pungent aroma
wafting boldly from cup
I could go without
addicted, I’m not

elixir so dark
my senses make bright
first thing each morning
in you I delight

Ode to espresso taken from Tishenko's blog: http://blog.tishenko.com/2008/04/12/ode-to-espresso/

The End of Daylight Saving

2009-04-05T15:17:00.006+12:00

Today is a significant day on the New Zealand calendar. It is the first Sunday in April, which is by law the end of Daylight Saving for the previous year. This means that Daylight Saving commenced on the last Sunday in September of last year, when 2.00am became 3.00am, and ended today on the first Sunday in April of this year, when 3.00am became 2.00am. Later this year, Daylight Saving will recommence on 27 September 2009, which is the last Sunday in September.

Upon reflection ...

2009-04-04T13:30:00.008+13:00

My last post on this blog was on 28 September 2008. At that time, I decided that I had had enough of photography and blogging. Upon reflection, I realise that all I needed was a bit of a break. I have now had my break and have therefore decided to resume photo blogging. I hope that you are just as excited as I am about my getting back out there capturing beautiful images of Hamilton life, particularly now that it is autumn!

Today's photo ties in with the reflection theme.

Orbiter bus

2008-09-28T23:36:00.005+13:00

This is the Orbiter bus, which "orbits" around town! This one is passing through a roundabout in quite a hurry.

Sport fields

2008-09-27T22:50:00.002+12:00

Rugby is very popular in New Zealand, but it has been a difficult season to play the game. The continuous rain has made the fields virtually unplayable.

Protea

2008-09-26T21:18:00.003+12:00

Protea is both the botanical name and the English common name of a genus of flowering plants, sometimes also called sugarbushes. It is the national emblem of South Africa. This photo is of a protea bush in my garden here in New Zealand!

The egg of magic

2008-09-25T20:42:00.002+12:00

I discovered this egg in my garden. It's an unusual colour, so maybe it's a magical egg?

Yesterday the sun, today the moon ...

2008-09-23T22:20:00.000+12:00

Hamilton sky & sun

2008-09-22T18:28:00.002+12:00

After the incessant rain, the open blue skies and piercing sun are very welcome!

It looks like spring!

2008-09-21T22:45:00.001+12:00

We've had two lovely sunny days in succession. Even the plants in my garden are appreciating the sun!

Symmetr(ee)

2008-09-20T22:44:00.001+12:00

I think the post title and the photo speak for themselves ...

Spot the bird!!

2008-09-19T23:29:00.000+12:00

Can you spot the little bird?

Car spotting

2008-09-18T20:04:00.002+12:00

I love to stand on the foot bridge and watch the speeding cars below.

Action!

2008-09-16T22:37:00.000+12:00

This reporter and camera person were covering the kayaking event that I showed in yesterday's photo. She appeared very animated and enthusiastic whilst reporting about the event, although you wouldn't say so judging by this photo!

Kayaking

2008-09-15T23:03:00.000+12:00

These youngsters were participating in some sort of outdoor pursuit programme which required them to do some kayaking! They didn't appear to be enjoying themselves very much, but perhaps they were just determined to get the job done without losing their balance. The boy standing up was easily overtaken by the boys in yellow. It seems that standing up is not the best way of kayaking!

Of planes and cows

2008-09-14T22:27:00.003+12:00

I love the fact that in New Zealand, cows and planes can co-exist in such close proximity to each other. This is a photo taken at Hamilton Airport.

Hamilton Peace Wall (2)

2008-09-12T22:40:00.002+12:00

This is a photo showing where the Wall is located in Garden Place, Victoria Street.

Hamilton's Peace Wall

2008-09-11T23:16:00.000+12:00

This is a shot of some of the individual squares making up Hamilton's wall of peace. It was erected and opened in 1986 in commemoration of the International Year of Peace.

Swollen river

2008-09-10T23:30:00.002+12:00

Because of the rain, the Waikato river had risen to near record levels a while back. The situation is much better now, but this photo shows that the river is still swollen!

Sudoku at the airport

2008-09-09T22:38:00.003+12:00

This is a snapshot of me waiting for my plane back to Hamilton. On the desk is a copy of my newest Sudoku acquisition. I am crazy about it and complete a large number of grids every day!

Is spring in the air?

2008-09-08T23:49:00.000+12:00

Although it's still raining, it would appear that spring has sprung! This plant is blooming in my garden. The yellow and white colours contrast beautifully.

Reading the paper

2008-09-07T21:58:00.004+12:00

This young lad seems very interested in what's in the newspaper. Maybe he's the editor of the paper ...

What, no horses allowed?

2008-09-06T23:28:00.002+12:00

I find it hilarious that it is necessary for a sign to stipulate that horses and motorcycles are not allowed on a foot bridge that leads over a motorway! Are there really people who would actually attempt to cross a foot bridge on horseback?

Charles the younger

2008-09-05T23:38:00.005+12:00

This young kitten's name is Charles. He belongs to one of my colleagues, who has a whole menangerie of animals, including ducks, cats & dogs. She sometimes brings one or more of them to work on her way to or from the vet. Here is Charles on her desk.

Walkway

2008-09-04T21:47:00.003+12:00

The sun peeking through the bare branches of these trees is a beautiful sight. It is one of my favourite walkways in Hamilton.

The Queen's hive

2008-09-03T23:00:00.001+12:00

I am in Wellington at the moment, and thought it appropriate to post a photograph of the seat of government, the Beehive. Hello Helen!

Social commentary or vandalism?

2008-09-02T23:00:00.002+12:00

This was written on the side of a study cubicle: "God gives and forgives; man gets and forgets". Social commentary or vandalism?

Fetch!

2008-09-01T21:27:00.003+12:00

This Rottweiler was having the time of his life playing fetch with a tree branch. He was just loving it!

Hamilton vista

2008-08-31T21:29:00.001+12:00

Today was a beautiful rain free day in Hamilton.