Dog and Sheep Shaped Corrugated Metal Buildings
Dog and Sheep Shaped Corrugated Metal Buildings
Dog and Sheep Shaped Corrugated Metal Buildings
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wendy1811027
Taupo, New Zealand208 contributions
Feb 2020 • Couples
I always enjoy popping in when we are travelling through Tirau the building itself is an icon. It's a good please to shop too with a great selection of merino garments and I like to support NZ companies. I have bought presents here too and a variety of prices means I always find something.
Written 27 March 2020
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ZinamonKveen
Colombo, Sri Lanka785 contributions
Sept 2015
Didn't stop to visit but did make a short stop to get a better look at these creative structures. Certainly breaks the monotony of a long drive!
Written 17 December 2015
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happy_vegemite_too
Gold Coast153 contributions
Jan 2017 • Couples
These corrugated iron buildings are awesome. I couldn't believe that the sheep were tagged! We bought a hat from the merino shop and enjoyed a light lunch. We wouldn't have stopped at Tirau were it not for these very unique and quaint buildings. They symbolise what one expects to see in NZ - ewes, rams and the sheepdog herding. I immediately thought of Footrot Flats when I saw the dog, another great NZ character.
Written 16 May 2017
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DawnyMum1971
Basildon, UK59 contributions
Apr 2017 • Family
These places are great, if just for a photo opportunity!
The sheep building is great for gifts and the dog building is a Tourist information place.
We came here on a rainy day and it gave us the opportunity to purchase a few New Zealand souvenirs!
The sheep building is great for gifts and the dog building is a Tourist information place.
We came here on a rainy day and it gave us the opportunity to purchase a few New Zealand souvenirs!
Written 18 April 2017
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Nagen K
Penang Island, Malaysia62 contributions
Mar 2017 • Couples
You cant miss these buildings if you're passing by a town called Tirau along State Highway 1. Its a really small town where all the eateries closes by 4 pm. The building that is made to look like a dog is also known as the Big Dog Information Centre. We stayed here overnight to get to the Hobbiton Movie Set in the morning, as it was roughly around 20 km to the Hobbiton.
Written 4 April 2017
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Alipa50
Wellington, New Zealand1,626 contributions
A lovely arty place with a very clever artist who has made quirky signs out if corrugated tin. A very clever artist who has made a mark in a small town. What a unique idea to bring interest to an everyday rural town. We enjoyed looking at the art as we travelled thru.
Written 23 January 2015
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Hal J
San Francisco, CA977 contributions
Jan 2015 • Solo
When driving North to Auckland, Tirau is a 20 minute stop along the way, at most. Take a few pics of the kitchy corrugated metal buildings in different shapes ( if you must) and grab a cold drink from the Merchant of Tirau to keep you going on your continuing drive to somewhere else.
Most annoying, the iSite actually charges $3.00 for 15 minutes of wi-fi time -- galling in this day and age of FREE wifi as a local amenity or offer of regional hospitality.
Most annoying, the iSite actually charges $3.00 for 15 minutes of wi-fi time -- galling in this day and age of FREE wifi as a local amenity or offer of regional hospitality.
Written 3 January 2015
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D P
Wellington, New Zealand8,079 contributions
Oct 2020 • Couples
Always fun to see these huge buildings made out of corrugated iron.
For us they’re a perfect stopping point on a trip. Somewhere to stop and stretch your legs as there are heaps of lovey cafes and homeware shops in Tirau high street.
For us they’re a perfect stopping point on a trip. Somewhere to stop and stretch your legs as there are heaps of lovey cafes and homeware shops in Tirau high street.
Written 18 October 2020
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mooseandbok2006
Christchurch, New Zealand1,627 contributions
May 2019 • Couples
We passed through Tirau on our way to Matamata and I just had to stop and wander around to look at all the lovely signs and artwork made out of corrugated steel, what a great way to enhance the main street. Colourful and quirky, and so unique. Definitely worth having a look.
Written 15 May 2019
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SuzieL
Pokolbin, Australia1,672 contributions
Dec 2018 • Couples
Have always loved Tirau... particularly the corrugated buildings, sculpture signs etc. The shops are well worth a look through too!... I always seem to make a few purchases in Tirau!!
Written 14 January 2019
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