#omapere

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Omapere, New Zealand

August 2024

[jeanhm]

Northland west coast

Having got back to Whangarei we went out to the west coast for the day to explore the area of Hokianga harbour, a massive fjord like harbour on the west coast and also the Kauri forests. Kauri are the 3rd tallest tree in the world and they were used both for canoes and for housing until it was realised that they take 200 years to mature and these are now heavily protected.

Hokianga harbour is immense and we followed it for some time stoppin at various places including stooping to see the Koutu boulders near Opononi. These were again round boulders like the ones we saw at Moeraki but smaller and this time on the harbour edge amongst mangroves. At Omapere near the harbour "heads" we walked out to Signal station point where we saw our first immense sand dunes which mark the end of 90 mile beach which we have yet to visit. Then we headed south through the Waipoua forest stopping to see the largest Kauri tree of them all Tane Mahuta. These trees are well protected with biosecurity in place to prevent diseases so we had to clean our shoes before we could walk through the Kauri forest. This scenery was again rainforest landscape but with these Kauri trees which are now only found in the north of North Island, due to the massive devastation of the forests in the past. Sadly it started to rain towards the end of the trip today but was fine by the time we got back to Whangarei which was good as tonight the aurora forecast is excellent due to the geomagnetic storm in space. We are off looking for the aurora later!

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He Rama Raumati i Te Tai Tokerau

Some Summer Light from The Far North

#hararei / #holidays

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A lovely evening in Omapere

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From Tutukaka to Paihia then from East to West over Omapere to Baylys Beach

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>Moas and Kiwis: News from New Zealand's birds: The tree is about 2000 years old and about 52 meters high. Mosses, a wingless bird species, lived in New Zealand until 700 years ago. Moa and Haastadler were among the first victims of the great destruction of the native flora and fauna that has afflicted New Zealand since human settlement. This is what the Maori natives called the two islands in the South Pacific when they arrived there in their canoes (wakas) less than 1000 years ago. Alamy and the logo are trademarks of Alamy Ltd. and registered in various countries. Vintage engraving of Kiwi or Apterix Australis, flightless birds in New Zealand. Together with our travel specialists you can discuss your travel plan and your wishes and get your individual offer.

From the life of an ostrich family

The not only flightless but also completely wingless birds could not fly away and used their long strong legs neither for escape nor for defence. In New Zealand, rats or dogs introduced by humans have brought the kiwis to the brink of extinction. At least in the long term, the reduction of the wings and the abandonment of the ability to fly does not prove to be a development that is particularly conducive to survival. It seems that natural history punishes those who lose their wings among the birds - even if it is late.

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Most of the giant trees stand in a large forest south of Omapere. This is also the location of the largest and oldest Kauri in the country, which is called Tane Mahuta by the Maori, meaning God of the Forest. The Maori believe that Tane is the son of Ragni (Father Sky) and Papa (Mother Earth), the two main gods. According to mythology, Tane drove his parents apart to create air, space and peace so that life could come into being.

[captivatedbybooks]

Tāne Mahuta is the biggest Kauri tree in the Waipoua Forest and possibly all of New Zealand! It’s name in Māori translates to “Lord of the Forest”. And it’s not hard to see why! The trunk is 13.8 meters in diameter. Look at me, learning cool things and being impressed by stuff. • • • #annielearnsthings #nzroadtrip #omapere #nztravel #northland #tourismnz #tanemahuta #kauri #kauritree #waipoua #waipouaforest (at Waipoua Forest)

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Bilder von den Frühlingsferien Teil 2.1

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Omapere, Northland, New Zealand [OC] [4096x2703] via /r/EarthPorn http://ift.tt/2usKpRC

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#omapere #nz #sea #orcean #sightseeing (at Omapere, New Zealand)

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#heads #omapere #TNZ #CCF #dayonedoneanddusted #wrecked

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Opo, the Gay Dolphin

Opo was a dolphin who appeared in the Hokianga Harbour at Opononi, New Zealand, in 1955, and in the summer of 1955-56, became famous around the country for playing with people in the water. Contrary to what the song would have you believe, Opo was actually female, although when she was first encountered, she was named Opononi Jack, after Pelorus Jack, another friendly dolphin that was active between 1888 and 1912. Unfortunately, Opo met her end on March 9, 1956, when she was found dead in a rock crevice; it's believed she either became stranded or was killed by fishermen fishing with gelignite. As a sad twist, the song was recorded on the day of her death, which itself came the day after she was granted official protection by law.

As you pass through Opononi, you'll see her grave beside the War Memorial Hall, where she was buried with full Maori honours. As it happens, Opo couldn't really have picked a better place to make her home; Opononi and neighbouring Omapere are ideal for swimming, which is unusual given how wild the west coast beaches of New Zealand can be.

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Somewhere in Omapere located on the North Island of New Zealand. [3024×4032] [OC] via /r/EarthPorn https://ift.tt/KMJ3yLN

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Self Directed Exercise Week 2, Part 2.

‘Wai o te Marama’ (2004) by Maureen Lander (Toi Tū Toi Ora Art Exhibition: Contemporary Māori Art)

‘Wai o te Marama’ (2004) by Maureen Lander (The Eternal Thread, Te Aho Mutunga Kore exhibition, Pātaka, Porirua Art Exhibition)

Summary: Wai o te Marama (2004) incorporates harakeke (flax), muka fibre and nylon that was formed into a maro (apron or kilt) which was shaped triangularly with rows of braids. Lander has left the edges of braids loose to replicate the pōkinikini tags, which can be found in early rapaki (waist mat) weavings. Lander say the source for this artwork came from an old memory which was “During my years in Hokianga the sight of the full moon rising from over the Wai o te Marama valley was a recurring vision, seen from the porch of my bach in Omapere. The track from the floor of the valley up into the kauri forest was a favourite daytime walk of mine. Often when I paused for rest alongside the beautiful waterfall halfway up, I would imagine how the water might look lit by the moon, like its name.”

Analysis: The center of the piece is the focal point as it draws my attention to the particular part of work and the flow of the design with the blue UV lighting looks like a water ripple that is forming into a waterfall. All materials work together to recreate Lander’s memory of the waterfall, which includes harakeke, muka, nylon line, fluorescent paint and UV lighting. The textures within the artwork from the flax and muka fibre are effective with the lighting to reenact how the surface of water shine. The Blue UV lighting against the black wall creates depth within the space, which creates the illusion that helps make the waterfall come to life. Her eye for details is visible through this artwork as she can imitate the characteristic of a waterfall that is weightless and looks like it’s floating perfectly. The Second image is able to show how the artwork looks different in other exhibitions where the artwork didn’t have the UV lighting and the work feels completely difference without the lighting, so the lighting plays an important role.

Volumetric Models

All three models

Notes: For all three models, I was inspired by ‘Wai o te Marama’ (2004) by Maureen Lander. I wanted to explore the idea of a waterfall through colour, light and texture. I purposely limited the materials I used for these model also tried my best not copy the design of original artwork as well to challenge myself.

Colour & Light

Concept: The triangular shape from the artwork inspired me to make the model triangular as well. I added the random length holes to play with light and shadow. I used water colour to apply some qualities of water in the model. 

Colour & Texture

Concept: The shape of this model itself shows the flow of water. I added the black ink into the model to emphasis the depth of the model.

Colour in-between Light & Texture

Concept: For colour in-between light and texture, I wanted to create a model that was a mix of the two ideas that I have already explored.

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[NZ-RT06] Starker Regen hatte über Nacht die Zufahrt zur Bucht aufgeweicht. War nicht leicht da mit dem Camper raus zu kommen. Endlich wieder auf einer Asphaltstraße angekommen, wurden wir von einem Regenbogen begrüßt. Über „Omapere“ führte uns der Weg in den Dschungel zum „Tāne Mahuta“. Dem größten bekannten Kauri-Baum mit einem Stammdurchmesser von bis zu 4,4m. Die Nacht verbrachten wir in „Glinks Gully“. Auf der Fahrt dahin lieferten wir uns eine Verfolgungsjagd mit einem vor uns fahrenden Pickup. Der Hund auf der Ladefläche wollte unbedingt mit dem 200mm fotografiert werden ;) Der Besitzer war durch uns bestenfalls nur verwirrt.. Der Nachthimmel war hier besonders schön und lud dazu ein die strahlende Milchstraße festzuhalten. Während der späten Session lief uns ein Schauer über den Rücken. Am Himmel tauchten plötzlich große helle Objekte auf. Sah aus wie eine riesige Lichterkette. Habe noch nie so etwas gesehen.. Echt gespenstisch! Die Recherche der Folgetage löste das Rätsel dann auf. Mister Musk hatte für diese Erfahrung mit seinen neuen „Starlink-Satelliten von SpaceX“ gesorgt.. Heavy rain had softened the driveway to the bay overnight. It wasn't easy to get out with the camper. Finally back on asphalt, we were welcomed by a bright rainbow. Via “Omapere” the way led us into the jungle to the “Tāne Mahuta”. The largest known Kauri tree with a diameter of up to 4.4m. We spent the night in "Glinks Gully". On the way we chased a pickup in front of us. The dog on the loading area absolutely wanted to be photographed with the 200mm;) The owner was only confused by us at best. The night sky was very beautiful here and invited to capture the Milky Way. During the late session, a shiver ran down our spines. Suddenly large bright objects appeared in the sky. Looked like a huge string of lights. Never seen anything like it ... Really spooky! Research over the following days solved the riddle. Mister Musk provided this experience with his new “Starlink satellites from SpaceX”. #newzealand #tanemahuta #kauri #kauritree #glinksgully #aliens #ufo #sky #travelgram #travelblog #hund #exploremore #polatravel #polarocket #dog #freedom #nature #traveltheworld #musk (hier: Tāne Mahuta) https://www.instagram.com/p/CLqmPoApRN8/?igshid=1ozb8ffhsdmls

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I decided to stay in the Northland for my next wwoofing, because it’s still sunny and relatively warm. Hanna and Sarah, german wwoofers I met at the stud in Kerikeri, went on a little road trip to take me to Omapere, a small town on the west coast overlooking Hokianga Harbour. //

Für meinen nächsten wwoofing-Ort habe ich mich entschieden, noch eine Weile im Northland zu bleiben, weil es hier noch sonnig und relativ warm ist, obwohl wir uns mitten im Herbst befinden. Meine deutschen Mit-wwooferinnen Hanna und Sarah, die ich auf dem Gestüt kennengelernt habe, haben sich netterweise mit mir auf einen kleinen Roadtrip begeben, um mich bei meiner nächsten wwoofing-host abzuliefern. Omapere ist eine kleine Stadt an der Westküste mit Blick auf den Hokianga-Hafen.