Ngunguru Gala Day at Whale Tale Park

The random bouts of rain didn't put off gala attendees from participating

Image 1 of 4: The three or should it be five legged race with show-stoppers Natalie Bradley and Blue. Photo / Michael Cunningham

The seagliders are being developed by US company Regent and brought to New Zealand by Ocean Flyer. Regent has successfully tested a quarter-scale prototype and launched a full-size prototype. Video / Supplied

Northlander Pat Millar took it upon herself to put flotation devices at beaches nationwide after Wairongoa ‘Magoo’ Renata drowned at a Far North beach Video / Michael Cunningham

After recovering from his injuries in a hit-and-run in October, Mr T is finally back busking on the streets on his new mobility scooter. Video / Michael Cunningham