My Favorite NZ Tree

This tree stands outside the library in Whangarei. When in full bloom it is a beautiful mass of pale green lacy leaves and purple blooms. These trees are large and quite common in Northland. I read an article about them once, with a much better photo than this, but of course, I have misplaced it and can't remember the name. I will update with the info if I find it.

After our library visit we saw "Chicken Little". The girls loved it. I love the theatre here. The seats are over stuffed, very comfortable and do not fold up so I don't lose Miss A in them. They are arranged at a steep angle so the girls can see over the heads immediately in front without needing booster seats. There is a small food court in the same building so we are able to grab a quick lunch before the film. Miss B and I had our favorite sushi and Miss A chose chinese food. The theatre is a short walk from the library, also very convenient.