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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: Au Revoir Auckland
Date: May 8th 2005
We’ve had an absolutely manic month - catching up with friends (many meals/drinks out :-)), finishing work, going to hen/stag parties, visiting Great Barrier Island, attending and helping at Kenny and Luke’s wedding… There are lots of photos for you to enjoy, and a wee bit of writing, but as it’s after 11 in the evening here and I haven’t yet packed my bag, I’m going to (try to) keep ... read more
Date: May 8th 2005
We’ve had an absolutely manic month - catching up with friends (many meals/drinks out :-)), finishing work, going to hen/stag parties, visiting Great Barrier Island, attending and helping at Kenny and Luke’s wedding… There are lots of photos for you to enjoy, and a wee bit of writing, but as it’s after 11 in the evening here and I haven’t yet packed my bag, I’m going to (try to) keep ... read more
