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Home Stay and Last 3 Build Days

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November 14th 2008
The last three build days were different than the rest because the team broke up into our home stays. Our host families were charming and considerate hosts. Thursday saw the completion of the roof, insulation, and pre-inspection electrical. Brad, Bill, and Mike worked on the water drainage system. Kirk made many scenic runs to the quarry and offered tours to overworked team members to view t ... read more

Oceania » New Zealand » North Island » Auckland » Takanini

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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