West Auckland's Sophia Blanshard high-fives her dad Daniel in the midst of learning to surf on her first board.
West Auckland's Sophia Blanshard high-fives her dad Daniel in the midst of learning to surf on her first board.
Locals and visitors made up a steady stream of people making the most of the finer weather at Waipū Cove on Boxing Day.
There were surfers and boogie boarders and those happy just to sit down and relax. People of all ages had smiles on their faces as they gotstarted with their summer holidays.
Northern Advocate photographer Michael Cunningham went along to capture some of the fun.
Emily Stolwerk, 14, chats with her dad Rick after the pair had been for a swim.
Kylene Jones, visiting from Melbourne, enjoys the waves.
