South Beach, Whangamata
Photo by Mike Moore
Towards the end of summer, when there is a break between the public holidays, when the crowds disappear and the temperatures change, the beach becomes isolated apart from the locals and someone like me who has extended their stay. The sun goes down earlier in the evening and the autumn clouds pick up the colours as it sets. It doesnt feel right to be wrapped up at the beach but its worth it watching this unfold