Category Archives: New Zealand

Lake Manapouri

We are staying in a small motor lodge off Lake Manapouri. Not much there, the lodge, a bar and restaurant, and a view……

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The road to Lake Manapouri

Left Dunedin kind of early afternoon, with a 4 hour journey to our next port of call Lake Manapouri. I thought we were staying at Te Anau but on further inspection, clearly not.

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New Zealand Wine

The further you are away from home, the closer you are in spirit.

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Larnach Castle

Larnach Castle isn’t really a castle, it has all the component parts but couldn’t defend itself against a cold breeze, it’s more of a stately home.

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Out and About in Dunedin

Dunedin is a lovely city, really nice vibe to it. For a city it is not very busy at all, you can drive a car down the main street and pull up outside a shop.

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Dunedin Railway Station

No, you don’t normally spend time admiring a railway station, but this was a beauty.

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Oh……..Not Good……Food Poisoning in Dunedin – or is it?

After dinner in Dunedin, it all went a bit Pete Tong

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The Road to Dunedin

Thanks to Rob and Sue for their hospitality, we spent the morning there, I even did a few chores, then off south. Had a light breakfast so we’re (I’m)  on the quest for a pie and shake.

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Business Opportunity??

Apparently this is a real business opportunity for anyone who is up for it.

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Kia Ora New Zealand – Time Zone Madness!

Only a 5 hour flight in to Auckland, early 4.30AM start but that’s just fine, however time has now gone crazy.

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