Just a few steps downhill you’ll see this Historic Places listed structure.The lighthouse was a welcome addition to Timaru’s early port scene when it was erected on Le Cren Terrace and first lit in 1878.It was one of many designed by English marine engineer John Blackett, the three story kauri structure cost £350 to build and was initially fueled by kerosene, later moving to gas and then electricity. The lighthouse operated until 1970 when a new port light was built above the Dashing Rocks. It’s had two moves since then; first to nearby Maori Park and then to its present home in 2010.
Caroline Bay Boardwalk
Enjoy walking along the boardwalk with its views out across the beach to the mountains beyond.Take time to identify the native species of plants growing in the sand dunes.The boardwalk runs the length of the beach, with beach access points along the way and a lookout near the centre.Stop and explore the sandy beach - it's safe to swim in and there's a pontoon that you can swim out to and leap off!
The Bay Hill Piazza
The Bay Hill Piazza offers a link between Timaru’s CBD and Caroline Bay. It was opened by the Mayor Wynne Raymond on 27 September 1997.Explore the areaBefore going down to the Bay take the time to read about some famous Timaruvians on the information board; appreciate Llew Summers’ sculpture ‘Encircling the Baroque’ and Debbie Templeton - Page’s bluestone carved sculpture entitled ‘Bronze’.If you are feeling a little disoriented you can take the time to get your bearings on the bronze compass on the circular brick plinth.There’s also the fountain to enjoy as the water tumbles along a stepped channel and cascades down a 16-metre drop into a pool at the bottom of the piazza steps.
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Caroline Bay Boardwalk
Enjoy walking along the boardwalk with its views out across the beach to the mountains beyond.Take time to identify the native species of plants growing in the sand dunes.The boardwalk runs the length of the beach, with beach access points along the way and a lookout near the centre.Stop and explore the sandy beach - it's safe to swim in and there's a pontoon that you can swim out to and leap off!
The Bay Hill Piazza
The Bay Hill Piazza offers a link between Timaru’s CBD and Caroline Bay. It was opened by the Mayor Wynne Raymond on 27 September 1997.Explore the areaBefore going down to the Bay take the time to read about some famous Timaruvians on the information board; appreciate Llew Summers’ sculpture ‘Encircling the Baroque’ and Debbie Templeton - Page’s bluestone carved sculpture entitled ‘Bronze’.If you are feeling a little disoriented you can take the time to get your bearings on the bronze compass on the circular brick plinth.There’s also the fountain to enjoy as the water tumbles along a stepped channel and cascades down a 16-metre drop into a pool at the bottom of the piazza steps.
Blackett's Lighthouse
Just a few steps downhill you’ll see this Historic Places listed structure.The lighthouse was a welcome addition to Timaru’s early port scene when it was erected on Le Cren Terrace and first lit in 1878.It was one of many designed by English marine engineer John Blackett, the three story kauri structure cost £350 to build and was initially fueled by kerosene, later moving to gas and then electricity. The lighthouse operated until 1970 when a new port light was built above the Dashing Rocks. It’s had two moves since then; first to nearby Maori Park and then to its present home in 2010.
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