My Auckland: Becky Bradley
Becky Bradley, a student from Canada's University of British Columbia, has found lots to love about Auckland on her exchange.
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"This was taken at my residence, my home for the past four months. I live on a floor with a mixture of PhD, masters, undergraduate, exchange and local students. It makes the resident experience fun and diverse."
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"I love playing sports and staying active. At the University of Auckland, it has been no different. I participated in the inter-res volleyball tournament and the inter-faculty touch rugby tournament. I also love spending time at the uni gym and trying out new classes."
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"My favourite place in the city is Auckland Domain. This extensive park is situated a few minutes from my residence and is my favourite place to go for a run, walk, or just sit on the grass and relax."
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"New Zealand truly is the land of the long white cloud. The skies here are beautiful, not to mention the sunrises and sunsets."
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"I love random, spontaneous weekend trips with my friends. Only a few hours away from Auckland and you can be at an incredible beach like Cathedral Cove in the Coromandel, or on a stunning hike like The Pinnacles, which is where this picture was taken."
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"I also love exploring cafes, restaurants and, most of all, dessert spots in the city. This photo was taken at Milse dessert bar - a delicious encounter."
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"Auckland is so accessible to nature and beaches. This is Piha Beach, only 45 minutes away from the city. Although I've only managed about 12 minutes in the ocean - it's very cold!"
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"When I leave, I am going to miss the friends I have made here. I am very lucky to have met such incredible humans and formed such strong connections in a short amount of time."
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