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Last Bash in Whangarei

Last of the camping gear is purchased and most is stuffed in the car. And boy is that car packed. It’s ideal for the two of us. We always knew it would be a squeeze for four but we hadn’t … Continue reading

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Camping Gear

Knowing that there would be sales after Christmas we had postponed purchasing needed camping gear until yesterday. It’s a good thing too as it’s given us time to contemplate the balance of time we expect to spend (when we’re on … Continue reading

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Xmas Day & Boxing Day

One great thing about travelling is that each and every Xmas turns out to be special. This year we had Ben and Sam with us and were joined by Dick, Sarah and their children Henry, Maria & Tom. The morning … Continue reading

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Merry Xmas

Happy Holidays to one and all. Xmas Eve was a rush of last minute shopping. Our tiny tree suddenly ended up with a few presents underneath and around – more than we’ve seen in a few years due to our … Continue reading

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Mount Manaia

Too many pies recently so it was time for some exercise. Having waited by Mount Manaia for two days without going ashore due to rain we decided to go back there. We invited John from Sea Mist as he is … Continue reading

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