Welcome to Donna May Photography Hi, I'm Donna. Your local Te Awamutu family friendly photographer. I am also an affiliate member of NZIPP. In 2025, I won four highly commended awards in the Asia Pacific Awards. I also received two bronze awards for my family photos in the prestigious Iris Awards. My photoshoot style isContinue reading "Te Awamutu Lifestyle Family Photographer"
Book Your Local Photographer Near Me Today
What to expect during your photo session From the moment you make a booking inquiry the process to bringing your story to life, begins.... I'll start by creating your personalised booking link which will include all the information you will need for our shoot. Once the retainer has been received then I'll lock in yourContinue reading "Book Your Local Photographer Near Me Today"
Mum & Me Mini Photoshoots: Book Now for Te Awamutu
Mothers Day Minis 2026 My Mothers Day mini photoshoot sessions for 2026 are now open. Give mum something extra special this Mothers Day. Surprise her with a mini photo shoot, printed photo, and a handpicked flower bouquet package. The beautiful handpicked flower bouquets will be specially selected by Earth Song Flowers in Te Awamutu. TheyContinue reading "Mum & Me Mini Photoshoots: Book Now for Te Awamutu"
Easter Mini Photoshoots: Book Now for Te Awamutu
Easter Minis 2026 Bookings for my Easter minis are now open. This year I'll be bringing the magic of Easter with my woodland tea party theme. This adorable set-up will guarantee to bring a little fun and magic. My Easter minis will take place in Te Awamutu on Sunday 15th March. The exact location willContinue reading "Easter Mini Photoshoots: Book Now for Te Awamutu"
Calm & Kindness Amongst Chaos & Confusion
With the whole world going into global lockdown amid the Covid-19 pandemic and being told to put away our motorbikes, leave our jobs, keep our physical distance from people and stay at home for at least 4 weeks (New Zealand), it almost feels like the apocalypse. I know some fellow bikers are freaking out somewhatContinue reading "Calm & Kindness Amongst Chaos & Confusion"
Women Inspiring Women – WRWR 2019 – The New Zealand Relay 2 months on, Part 2
In the previous article we looked back on our New Zealand North Island adventure of Women Riders World Relay (WRWR), with the largest group of approximately 150 women motorcyclists leaving Hampton Downs. We also saw the girls battle zero degrees on the snow covered desert road. In this article we cross over the Cook StraitContinue reading "Women Inspiring Women – WRWR 2019 – The New Zealand Relay 2 months on, Part 2"
Women Inspiring Women – WRWR 2019 – The New Zealand Relay 2 months on, Part 1…
Two months have passed since I took part in what I can only describe as the most incredible 8 day motorcycle trip of my life with the most inspirational lady riders. Here's looking back on that epic trip.... Friday 6th September Cambridge - Waitangi 384km After a year in the planning, it was finally timeContinue reading "Women Inspiring Women – WRWR 2019 – The New Zealand Relay 2 months on, Part 1…"
Women Inspiring Women – WRWR 2019 – Just an Idea
After all the planning and organising, the time has finally come for me to take part in the Women Riders World Relay (WRWR). We're here on the opposite side of the world from where, not only the relay started but also the place I have called home since birth, the UK. That's a strange butContinue reading "Women Inspiring Women – WRWR 2019 – Just an Idea"
Women Inspiring Women – WRWR 2019 – Kiwi Styles
Previously on 'Women Inspiring Women'; we took a look at the journey of the baton thus far and the incredible story of The Aussie Biker Chick, Collette Tindal, who has taken it upon herself to travel the world following the baton on that journey. Therefore earning the title of Women Riders World Relay (WRWR), worldwideContinue reading "Women Inspiring Women – WRWR 2019 – Kiwi Styles"
Women Inspiring Women – WRWR 2019 – This Girl Can…
In my last article I wrote about the iconic baton and how our journeys are soon to meet from our beginnings in the UK. Also the incredible ladies that are shining through and inspiring other ladies across the globe, showing this girl can! This week, we'll continue looking at those amazing superstars of WRWR andContinue reading "Women Inspiring Women – WRWR 2019 – This Girl Can…"
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