Today started just like yesterday...in the dark. Sunrise is about 7:30am, so naturally with my always waking early habit, I was up well before then. Today wasn't going to be like yesterday, today I was going Black Water Rafting! (more on that later, and an actual explanation of what it is.) I awoke at 5:30am after what was a fairly bad nights sleep, the bed was comfy enough and no one was snoring, but it was a Saturday night and there was a bit of noise and music coming from outside, it wasn't too bad though and I got enough sleep. [View Full Entry]

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Yes, the alliteration continues, but I'm sure you'll live! Auckland, it's kinda like Brisbane...I saw a Bunnings on the plane in, the only difference I've noticed so far is Hungry Jacks is Burger King. I think right now I need some food though, hunger has set in, then I might go to the Sky Tower. Tomorrow, Black Water Rafting awaits! I can't wait. Andrew [View Full Entry]

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I've been to cities that never close down From New York to Rio and old London town But no matter how far Or how wide I roam I still call Australia home I'm always travelin' And I love bein' free So I keep leavin' the sun and the sea But my heart lies waiting over the foam I still call Australia home All the sons and daughters spinning 'round the world Away from their families and friends Ah, but as the world gets older and colder It's good to know where your journey ends And someday we'll all be together once [View Full Entry]

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I leave in 4 days, 9 hours and 30 minutes! I cant believe it! I can't wait! An adventure of a lifetime never to be forgotten, there's just one thing I need to do before I leave.... PACK!!! I have been doing just about everything else, putting lists together, getting things organised for my computer, saying goodbye to everyone, getting documents ready, just not packing yet! ARGH! This is something that I hope to rectify tomorrow... (something I've said for the last few days, but tomorrow I really will, honest) Next time you hear from me, I'll be packed and have [View Full Entry]

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