I am disheartened to learn of another New Zealand sea lions/pakake being harassed / harmed on their territories. The latest incident occurred on the 4th of January 2022 in Dunedin NZ, when a sea lion cow (female) was swung at twice with a bodyboard by a man. Sea lions are large mammals and can be …
Alix Apothecary is a natural skincare haven in Paihia mall, Northland NZ. Alix Apothecary is all about “Simply. Gently. Naturally.” They believe that you should be doing less to your hair, skin and body, but do it better! Mosquitoes had been feasting on my body and face and I was seeking natural insect repellent when …
Whenever I am in Paihia, Northland NZ, I make a point of visiting Third Wheel Coffee Co. It is tucked down an alley off Marsden Road and is a café “Where Everybody Knows Your Name.” Owners Emma and Tom moved up from Wellington and opened Third Wheel Coffee Co. in March 2018. They sell great …
Forest & Bird Magazine Summer 2021 Edition is out! In their latest issue Forest & Bird beg the question: do vehicles really belong on beaches where wildlife is present? Our New Zealand sea lion/pakake campaign which is proposing vehicles are restricted on TWO beaches in The Catlins is documented on page 43. The end of …