We don't actually leave for a few days but I decided just before sunset on a sunny and relatively warm afternoon would be a good time to do a farewell visit to the beach.

My bird photography skills have rusted over winter. 😒 🐦

Pied Stilt in remnant water.
Pied Stilt in remnant water.
Banded dotterels.
Banded dotterels.
NZ dotterel.
NZ dotterel.