News Archive

It is not often these days that I get to photograph a new bird species in New Zealand, but this last week I had the opportunity. A Terek Sandpiper was … … Continued

As the year ebbs to a close we realise Christmas will soon be upon us. Wanganui's Christmas Parade is always a colourful event and another chance for me to add … … Continued

The Whanganui River flooded badly this last weekend causing major damage and disruption in the city. The large quantity of rain also caused surface flooding in low lying areas as … … Continued

It was a real thrill to visit South East Island, one of New Zealand's great nature reserves. We enjoyed perfect weather and were able to zodiac cruise the coastline within … … Continued

This year the raft race was organised by Plumber Dan and for photographers it is a colourful and action-filled opportunity for some Whanganui pictures. About 26 rafts were entered and … … Continued

After six months of constant use I have nothing but praise for this camera, especially its low-light ability. Photos taken in the bush at ISO 25,600 show very little grain! … Continued

Wanganui was buzzing yesterday with the visit to the city of Prince Harry. Photographers were out in droves including international media. My wife and I managed to find a quiet … … Continued

I have just purchased a new Canon 8-15 mm fish-eye lens that promises to be useful and great fun. At 8 mm it photographs everything in front (even my feet) … … Continued

The book launch last Friday evening was a great success and by all reports the evening was much enjoyed by those present (about 90 people). Peter Frost, a local Wanganui … … Continued

We have abook launchplanned for the25th of July, 2014, at 7.30 pm. It will be held in the Davis Lecture Theatre of the Whanagnui Regional Museum. Our key speaker will … … Continued