Auckland

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Feb 15th. Arrived around midday From Melbourne. Clocks gone on a further 2 hours so we are 13 ahead of UK time now.
First impressions - it's hilly! But we like the atmosphere Downtown and Central. Nice old buildings to explore. The Auckland area will be our base for at least the next couple of weeks. We have some voluntary work lined up for 10 days or so and will have time to get out and explore too.

Feb 17th. Took the local bus into the city. Went up the Sky City tower and to some great pics.

Feb 18th. Late lunch at Degree Bar in Viaduct Harbour watching all the big pleasure cruisers and private sailing yachts mooring up.

Feb 19th. Took the 12 minute ferry ride across the harbour to Devonport. More of a relaxed holiday resort feel to it than the city with nice shops , bars and restaurants. Walked, well nearly crawled it's do steep, up Mount Victoria fir wonderful panoramic views of city and harbours. Had a lovely Devon Tea sat outside in the glorious sun at the Esplanade Hotel.

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Photos

Degree Bar, Auckland
Fab meal at Degree Bar on Viaduct Harbour

Devonport
From Mt. Victoria looking back to Auckland

Mt. Victoria
Amazing views all round

Devonport
Devon Tea at the Esplanade