The Auckland Westpac Rescue Helicopter spotted what it described as a "love heart glade" from the skies, as it flew to a mission in Northland.
Crew Chief Mark "Tinny" Cannell took the photos on November 15, as the helicopter flew from Auckland to Northland.
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The crew spotted a massive love heart glade while flying over the vicinity of the Kaipara Flats in the afternoon of November 15.
The sight surprised the crew who took a few shots of the unexpected scene. Hidden in the middle of a forest area is the secret "love heart glade".