Meeting of Tasman Sea and Pacific Ocean

New Zealand North Island

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February 22nd 2011
Note: Before going any further with this blog, I must let everyone know that we are no where near Christchurch and the earthquake. We are on the north island and perfectly safe. So please don’t worry about us. New Zealand Feb 18.. Auckland Can hardly believe we are finally here. Any of you who know me will know that New Zealand has always been one of my target destinations. In fact, ... read more

Oceania » New Zealand » North Island » Bay of Islands » Paihia

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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