Trip to Waiheke Island

The final days

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June 6th 2006
After living in Auckland for the past 5 years, it is difficult to choose any one thing that stands out for me besides the friendships I have made during that time. The photos shown here depict the events of my last month in Auckland, and the people who I was able to share that with. I am currently in Thailand spending time with my parents and sister Becca who are living here in Chiang Mai. I he ... read more

Oceania » New Zealand » North Island » Auckland

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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