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Summer at Tapeka Point




We discovered some new beaches last weekend, one of which was Tapeka Point which is about 10 minutes out of Russell. A quiet little spot with only a handful of happy people mostly families enjoying the cove. There was a pontoon that people swim out to and jump off, there were towels laid on the grass and sand ready for sunbathing and there were picnic spots all set up. One of those hot Summer days...

Linking up with Skywatch Friday.
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Billy Blue Eyes said…
That looks rather idlic, you are lucky you would never find that here
18 January 2019 at 08:10
eileeninmd said…
Hello, lovely summer scene and sky. Happy Thursday, enjoy your day and the weekend ahead.
18 January 2019 at 08:31
Yogi♪♪♪ said…
That looks like a wonderful place to go spend an afternoon!!
18 January 2019 at 08:36
Bill said…
What a gorgeous beach. You can't beat the location and the peacefulness.
18 January 2019 at 08:43
Wayne said…
That looks awesome as I sit here freezing :-)
18 January 2019 at 09:20
Carol @Comfort Spring Station said…
Love the gorgeous sky, and a quiet beach is a delight!
18 January 2019 at 09:44
Spare Parts and Pics said…
Wow,that looks like heaven to me!! What a gorgeous beach.
18 January 2019 at 12:55
Susan Heather said…
Lovely - I remember staying there but can't remember why - I think we were with friends.
18 January 2019 at 15:26
KB said…
Russell is one of my favourite places. Lovely pic
18 January 2019 at 15:27
Andy said…
Oh my... what a lovely spot to spend a summer day.
18 January 2019 at 23:31
PerthDailyPhoto said…
Looks idyllic Amy, I think we are in for a few of those hot summer days over the weekend ✨
19 January 2019 at 02:31
carol l mck said…
Very inviting sky and beach shot!

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19 January 2019 at 04:16
mick said…
A beautiful and quiet beach scene. Thanks for sharing.
19 January 2019 at 11:39
Lady Fi said…
Looks very inviting.
19 January 2019 at 20:37
NatureFootstep said…
looks wonderful. I´d go there any day :)
23 January 2019 at 11:53
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