Western Australia (WA) is quite different from the cities in the east we travelled to on our loop over the top of Australia (Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Caines, and Darwin). WA is home to half of Australia’s plant species, and most are endemic to the region. Located in Kings Park, the Western Australia Botanic Gardens is a …
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Colourful Parnell Rose Gardens in Auckland New Zealand
If you are lucky enough to be in Auckland in late spring to early autumn, head to the fragrant and vibrant Parnell Rose Gardens. Over 5,000 roses bloom annually in the park, also known as the Dove-Myer Robinson Park. The roses begin to bloom in October and are masterpieces of nature by mid-November for the annual Festival …
Domain Wintergardens: Natural Beauty in Auckland’s Oldest Park
If you need an escape from New Zealand city life without going too far, head to the city’s oldest park, and it’s crown jewel the Auckland Domain Wintergardens. Like so many of the city’s green hills, the Auckland Domain is built around the cone of the extinct Pukekawa volcano. The 75-hectare park is Auckland’s oldest park. …
