Reprinted for the 50th Anniversary. Opo: The Hokianga Dolphin records the amazing events at Opononi in the summer of 1955-56. It tells the story of Opo, a dolphin with a difference; a dolphin that came in from the sea and stayed in the Hokianga harbour with no inducement beyond an appreciative and growing audience. Opo: The Hokianga Dolphin preserves a best selection from Eric Lee-Johnson's unique photographic record of Opo and the Hokianga of the 1950s. While living there he photographed Opo throughout the summer while she played to the crowds and swam among delighted children and adults. The resulting photo-essay captures the atmosphere and magic of the time.