View from Kaikoura

A Dolphin Named Ralph

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September 30th 2005
We have seven minutes before the internet cafe closes, so please forgive the rushed (and very late) update. The last couple of days have been very busy, full of new and fantastic experiences. A few moments ago, we walked along the cliffs of Kaikoura, overlooking the South Pacific, and said hello to a few friendly seals, watching us from the rocks while napping. Earlier today we were part of a ... read more

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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