Meeting Point

The International Bike Gang

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January 31st 2006
Today was one of my most glorious days on the road. After various raves and testemonials, I knew Oamaru was worthy of an exploratory tour, if only for their famous German bakery. Tucked back on a sidestreet in the historic district of the harbour town, a smiling lady donned in a bonnet and traditional apron awaits you behind an enticing and scrumptuous array of ryes, dark breads, and pastries. ... read more

Oceania » New Zealand » South Island » Otago » Oamaru

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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