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I spied some of these cheerful boxes while out walking near my home in Auckland and they inspired me to discover more of them throughout New Zealand.

A few years ago, the Keep NZ Beautiful Society and telecommunications company Chorus created a cabinet art programme to bring smiles and deter taggers.

Here are some of my favs from the project.

More info: chorus.co.nz

This is how telecommunications cabinets usually look like

#1

"Christmas Lights" By Paul Walsh

"Christmas Lights" By Paul Walsh

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Francis
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6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

it is so shiny.. I MUST MURDER IT *destroys everything in the room*

sharron lynn parsons
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6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I love this one Paul. not because I have a black cat, but you show such talent on this one, I do like your work overall !!!

Ann C
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6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Just discovered more of Paul Walsh's art here https://www.boredpanda.com/street-art-on-utility-boxes-internet-memes-paul-walsh-auckland-new-zealand/

Andrea Bernier Hall
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6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The must have seen Zelda the cat before painting this.

sharron lynn parsons
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6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Wow, I am truly impressed, this artist should be making, big money with this talent !!!

Magpie
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6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I love it! - but I just want to make the eyes correct. Slits not round.

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    "Going Retro" By Amanda Herbert

    "Going Retro" By Amanda Herbert

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    joe
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    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wow! This is fantastic.

    Magpie
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    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This does not look like the same place. Look at how it is standing on the base.

    Ann C
    Community Member
    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Hi Magpie, This photo is definitely genuine and is featured on the Chorus telecommunications site. The black underneath is just the base of the cabinet which is less deep than the actual cabinet.

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    #3

    Endangered Black Robin By Kelly Jarvis

    Endangered Black Robin By Kelly Jarvis

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    sharron lynn parsons
    Community Member
    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Beautiful, I would like to know why they are endangered !!!

    Keli Jarvis
    Community Member
    6 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is old blue :) she was the last breeding female and repopulated her whole entire species of black Robin. Habitat destruction and introduced pests, had them on the brink of extinction, They are only found on Chatham islands now. - keli. J

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    "My Cat Likes To Hide In Boxes" By Viv Walker

    "My Cat Likes To Hide In Boxes" By Viv Walker

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    Yvonne Daniel
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    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Just beautiful. I really admire this artist's work.

    sharron lynn parsons
    Community Member
    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Nice work, I have two cats and always have boxes for them, such fun to watch as they hide from each other !!!

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    #5

    "Great Horned Owl" By Jordan McGuire

    "Great Horned Owl" By Jordan McGuire

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    Artist Paul Walsh

    Artist Paul Walsh

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    sharron lynn parsons
    Community Member
    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Really like this, reminds me of the aquarium I had, I miss it !!!

    #8

    Artist Jimmy Robertson

    Artist Jimmy Robertson

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    RaroaRaroa
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    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This looks like a painting of and Underwater Dogs photo.

    sharron lynn parsons
    Community Member
    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Well done, must have been fun to create !!!

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    #9

    Artist Brent Larsen

    Artist Brent Larsen

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    Ann C
    Community Member
    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Did you see the tiny surfer snail dude at the base? Adorable!

    sharron lynn parsons
    Community Member
    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is excellent, Noah's ark on wheels, this should win 1st prize, exceptional work !!!

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    #10

    Ancient Rototuna (Eel Lake) By Brady Walker

    Ancient Rototuna (Eel Lake) By Brady Walker

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    Artist Paul Walsh

    Artist Paul Walsh

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    #14

    Native Tui On Wharariki Flowers (Mountain Flax) By Richard Baker Aka Popx Art

    Native Tui On Wharariki Flowers (Mountain Flax) By Richard Baker Aka Popx Art

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    #15

    Artist Monique Dillon

    Artist Monique Dillon

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    #16

    "Cosmic Shower" By Meghan Jackson

     "Cosmic Shower" By Meghan Jackson

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    Andrea Bernier Hall
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    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Beautiful colors, the sparkle looks genuine, the water mist is wonderful. Love this!

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    #17

    Native Pukeko By Paul Walsh

    Native Pukeko By Paul Walsh

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    Christine Holl
    Community Member
    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Pukeko (Australasian Swamphen) are weird birds, a little smaller than a chicken, and for some reason love to live on the sides of the motorways.

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    #18

    Woven Flax And Tartan Kiwiana By Andy McCready

    Woven Flax And Tartan Kiwiana By Andy McCready

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    #19

    "Wax-Eye" By Paul Walsh

    "Wax-Eye" By Paul Walsh

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    Andrea Bernier Hall
    Community Member
    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Love that the "focus" of the pic is on the cute birdies, then the blurred background is great.

    #20

    "Snorkelling" By Paul Walsh

    "Snorkelling" By Paul Walsh

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    Tors Stroths
    Community Member
    6 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is before someone sprayed some tag across it :(

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    #21

    "Tuis In Aro Valley" By David Marshall

    "Tuis In Aro Valley" By David Marshall

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    sharron lynn parsons
    Community Member
    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is very well done, love the color technique !!!

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    #22

    "Pear Pressure" By Jeff Mitchell

    "Pear Pressure" By Jeff Mitchell

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    sharron lynn parsons
    Community Member
    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Well done, good shading, it's important to add shading !!!

    #23

    Artist Alex McLeod

    Artist Alex McLeod

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    #24

    "Breakwater" By Phil Jones

    "Breakwater" By Phil Jones

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    #25

    "Student Cat" By Paul Walsh

    "Student Cat" By Paul Walsh

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    sharron lynn parsons
    Community Member
    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Well done Paul, love the background, nice effect !!!

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    #26

    "Athena" By Alex McLeod

    "Athena" By Alex McLeod

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    Artist Anne McDonald

    Artist Anne McDonald

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    Yvonne Daniel
    Community Member
    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Another marvelous work of art. Such a talented artist.

    #28

    Flightless Kakapo Parrot By Jack Pillans

    Flightless Kakapo Parrot By Jack Pillans

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    sharron lynn parsons
    Community Member
    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I saw this on t.v., national geographic, otherwise didn't know of this parrot, well done !!!

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    #29

    "The Modern Working Dog" By Paul Walsh

    "The Modern Working Dog" By Paul Walsh

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    KitKati
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    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He looks like he's seen some things 😁

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    #30

    Artist Amanda Herbert

    Artist Amanda Herbert

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    sharron lynn parsons
    Community Member
    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Excellent, this is exceptional work, love the theme !!!

    #31

    Artist Anne McDonald

    Artist Anne McDonald

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    #32

    "Opaheke" By Hawaiki Hurihanganui

    "Opaheke" By Hawaiki Hurihanganui

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    sharron lynn parsons
    Community Member
    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Well done, practice and you will get better !!!

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    #33

    Artist Paul Walsh

    Artist Paul Walsh

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    Artist Chris Newman

    Artist Chris Newman

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    Ann C
    Community Member
    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This guy is the talented New Zealand actor Cliff Curtis.

    Andrea Bernier Hall
    Community Member
    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Holy c**p!!! Super creative! Amazingly done! Wish I could move this one to the top the page!

    #35

    "Mt Te Aroha" By Elanor McKenzie

    "Mt Te Aroha" By Elanor McKenzie

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    Artist Kim Garside

    Artist Kim Garside

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    Artist David Marshall

    Artist David Marshall

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    Francis
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    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    why are we not funding this? it looks so much better! there is no reason why we can't paint all these cabinets!

    Ann C
    Community Member
    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Lovely to see it hasn't been tagged. Is that a moth or butterfly on the side? I can't quite make it out on my device.

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    Artist Jennifer Jane

    Artist Jennifer Jane

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    Marky Mark And The Funky Bunch
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    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So sweet that one of these New Zealand artists painted a portrait of his girlfriend. :-)

    #40

    Kokako And Saddleback Native Birds By Kelly Jarvis

    Kokako And Saddleback Native Birds By Kelly Jarvis

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    "Retro Kiwiana" By Andy McCready

    "Retro Kiwiana" By Andy McCready

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    #42

    Mother Nature By Freya Thompson

    Mother Nature By Freya Thompson

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    #43

    Crayfish By Alex McLeod

    Crayfish By Alex McLeod

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    Artist Bruce Greig

    Artist Bruce Greig

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    #45

    Artist Corey Harbrow

    Artist Corey Harbrow

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    #46

    Rare Blue Koura (Crayfish) By Paul Walsh

    Rare Blue Koura (Crayfish) By Paul Walsh

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    #47

    "Abstract Landscape" By Christie Wright

    "Abstract Landscape" By Christie Wright

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    sharron lynn parsons
    Community Member
    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Not fond of abstract, but is well done Christie !!!

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    #48

    Artist Paul Walsh

    Artist Paul Walsh

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    Located Beside A Dairy (Convenience Store), By Bruce Greig

    Located Beside A Dairy (Convenience Store), By Bruce Greig

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    Magpie
    Community Member
    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Hokey Pokey ice cream! yummm.

    smash17
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    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You wish! 🤣 That's looks like some cheap soft serve or maybe some Tip Top.

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    Artist Paul Walsh

    Artist Paul Walsh

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    #51

    Native Tuatara By Paul Walsh

    Native Tuatara By Paul Walsh

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    Native Tui And Pohutukawa Flowers By Kane “Scream” Smith And Emily Roberts

    Native Tui And Pohutukawa Flowers By Kane “Scream” Smith And Emily Roberts

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    Artist Amanda Herbert

    Artist Amanda Herbert

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    Artist Amanda Herbert

    Artist Amanda Herbert

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    Yvonne Daniel
    Community Member
    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This one is too cute with the various bird expressions. I love it!

    sharron lynn parsons
    Community Member
    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Excellent work Amanda, I love this, you could do more with the birds, you do so well, bird comics, or children's book, great talent !!!

    Magpie
    Community Member
    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Reminds me of Birds on a wire / for the birds Pixar short. In a good way.

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    #55

    Artist Maxine Burney

    Artist Maxine Burney

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    sharron lynn parsons
    Community Member
    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Love this Maxine, the dogs' face, smile, cat looks grumpy !!!

    #56

    Native Huia (Extinct) And Tui By Aidan Walkbaekeen

    Native Huia (Extinct) And Tui By Aidan Walkbaekeen

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    #57

    Gannets By Janice Hambly

    Gannets By Janice Hambly

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    Artist Shane Walker

    Artist Shane Walker

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    #59

    Native Tui With Fuchsia Flowers By Aroha Novak

    Native Tui With Fuchsia Flowers By Aroha Novak

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    Lauren Caswell
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    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oh I recognise this one it's in my city! Yay!

    #60

    Artist David Marshall

    Artist David Marshall

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    Artist Lilah Bowers

    Artist Lilah Bowers

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    #62

    "Nelson Heritage" By Marilyn Andrews

    "Nelson Heritage" By Marilyn Andrews

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    #63

    "Parrot" By Anne McDonald

    "Parrot" By Anne McDonald

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    Artist Carrie Bolton

    Artist Carrie Bolton

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    Carrie Bolton
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    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yes, that’s me! Carrie Bolton art on face book or cboltonart.webs.com

    #65

    Artists Kane "Scream" Smith And Emily Roberts

    Artists Kane "Scream" Smith And Emily Roberts

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    #66

    Native Piwakawaka (Fantail) With Hibiscus Flowers By Gynelle Blake

    Native Piwakawaka (Fantail) With Hibiscus Flowers By Gynelle Blake

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    #67

    Classic New Zealand Lollies By Viv Walker

    Classic New Zealand Lollies By Viv Walker

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    Christine Holl
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    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I feel like i'm the only person in NZ who can't stand jelly airplanes. Give me a bag of milk bottles though and I'm a happy camper!

    Lauren Caswell
    Community Member
    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Lol for years i though jet planes were ducks feet!

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    Artist Paul Walsh

    Artist Paul Walsh

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    #69

    Classic New Zealand Buzzy Bee Toy By Alex McLeod

    Classic New Zealand Buzzy Bee Toy By Alex McLeod

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    #70

    Kiwi And Other Native New Zealand Birds By Tom Wallace

    Kiwi And Other Native New Zealand Birds By Tom Wallace

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    #72

    Native Kereru Wood Pigeon And Tawa Tree By Kane “Scream” Smith And Emily Roberts

    Native Kereru Wood Pigeon And Tawa Tree By Kane “Scream” Smith And Emily Roberts

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    Artist Paul Walsh

    Artist Paul Walsh

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    #74

    "Rotorua Mud Pool Fun" By Heidi Stook

    "Rotorua Mud Pool Fun" By Heidi Stook

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    #75

    Native Pukeko By Tom Wallace

    Native Pukeko By Tom Wallace

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    #76

    Classic New Zealand Buzzy Bee Toy By Mark Haldane

    Classic New Zealand Buzzy Bee Toy By Mark Haldane

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    #77

    Oratia In West Auckland By Monique Endt

    Oratia In West Auckland By Monique Endt

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    #78

    "Sheepdog" By Jennifer Jane

    "Sheepdog" By Jennifer Jane

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    "Mermaids" By Amanda Herbert

    "Mermaids" By Amanda Herbert

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    "Phone Home" By Amanda Herbert

    "Phone Home" By Amanda Herbert

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