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Wellington

First of all – thanks to all who’ve sent their best wishes regarding the possibility of any effects of the terrible earthquake in Japan reaching us here in NZ. We’re ok and I understand that warnings for the region are … Continue reading

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Ferry Day

We were our of our lodging by about 10am. We spent a little time in the small museum by the waterfront before driving to one of the viewpoints on the Queen Alexandra Drive where we read for a while enjoying … Continue reading

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Last Hike in the South

After our previously mentioned lie in we roused ourselved and drove into town to meet the A Cappellas and Inspiration Ladies. We chatted in a small cafe for an hour or so before Ed and Cornelia had to leave for … Continue reading

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Waikawa

Before leaving Blenheim we booked ourselves onto the 1:10pm Thursday ferry to Wellington. The drive from Blenheim to Picton was took a fraction of the time compared to most of our recent travels – mainly because a mere 26km separated … Continue reading

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White’s Bay

Monday morning was taken up with having the car oil and filters changed. While waiting for the work to be done I visited the information site to gather information on local hikes. They punted me to the Department of Conservation … Continue reading

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