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The Polynesian Maori reached New Zealand in about A.D. 800. In 1840, their chieftains entered into a compact with Britain, the Treaty of Waitangi, in which they ceded sovereignty to Queen Victoria while retaining territorial rights. In that same year... [read more]
The Polynesian Maori reached New Zealand in about A.D. 800. In 1840, their chieftains entered into a compact with Britain, the Treaty of Waitangi, in which they ceded sovereignty to Queen Victoria while retaining territorial rights. In that same year... [read more] Blog: Glenorchy and the Routeburn Track
Date: February 20th 2008
Date visited: 18th-20th February Due to the good weather holding up we decided to see Glenorchy for more great walks - a side trip from Queenstown (middle South Island again). Yep its been a bit of a zig-zag - up down affair of late - We have not been finding the work (farmwise, fruitpicking or hostel - related) just when or where we need it so you keep touring and keep on driving! Glenorc ... read more
Date: February 20th 2008
Date visited: 18th-20th February Due to the good weather holding up we decided to see Glenorchy for more great walks - a side trip from Queenstown (middle South Island again). Yep its been a bit of a zig-zag - up down affair of late - We have not been finding the work (farmwise, fruitpicking or hostel - related) just when or where we need it so you keep touring and keep on driving! Glenorc ... read more


