David Poole Art Studio

Explore the internationally-acclaimed Whirinaki rainforest with the pioneers of eco-tourism in this region.

The spectaular Tarawera Falls is a 35-metre high waterfall on the Tarawera River that flows out of Lake Tarawera and across a lava flow

A fun, diverse and detailed riverside park, adjacent to the Warren Cole walkway. 

The gardens comprise rose gardens, a formal entrance, scented garden and areas for bulbs, shrubs and perennials. 

"I was asked to paint some movie characters, found some cool ones and added my favourite colours."

Heritage and agricultural displays, plus 100-year-old grocery and hardware store.

This mural is a collaboration with Ushy Ushy from the Cook Islands and is about the migration of the waka from the Cook Islands to the Bay of Plenty, and keeping the connection alive between all of us. 

Situated on the shore of the lake, with a flying fox and all sorts of other fun things for the kids to discover.