February 18, 2024
With our cousin, Annette, we headed across the Harbour Bridge to Devonport. We dropped in on our friend Astrid who has just moved to the neighborhood. She led us on a walk along the waterfront toward North Head (Maungauika), a dormant volcano that sits on a point with extensive views over the Waitemata Harbour.
Walking through Devonport, it is easy to imagine that you are in an English seaside town, with its ornate Victorian buildings and homes.
On a warm Sunday afternoon, a number of Aucklanders were out enjoying the beach.
Because of its prime position and sweeping views over the harbour, North Head was used by the military as a coastal defense installation and many bunkers and a few canons still remain.
Astrid led us down a path to an idyllic hidden cove. We made a note to return some time in the future for a swim.
From there, we made our way around the rocks for a walk along Cheltenham Beach before heading back to Devonport and back home.
Mal and Lauren 