Favourite attractions: Parks and reserves
Thorp Bush, Motueka
Just a short walk from the hustle and bustle of High Street, you'll discover a tranquil wonderland, Thorp Bush. Covering over four and a half hectares, it includes the largest remnant of lowland podocarp - hardwood forest that once covered the Motueka Plain.
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Adopt a Plot - reclaimed wetlands
Motueka residents are caring for about 25 garden plots on what was previously wasteland on the edge of the Motueka Inlet. Many paths take you around the adopted plots to see a range of coastal flora of varying ages, in a peaceful setting with great views.
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