I'm still standing

The crossing

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November 3rd 2012
Left Wellington in sunshine although we knew it was "blowing" a bit in the sound. Very strong winds but the ship was stable, albeit it did most of the crossing at a 15 degree list due to the wind on the starbord side (that right hand to you land lubbers). "Captain Sue" stayed below for the 3 hour crossing but she was feeling fine until the 45 minute car journey from the ferry port. Hairpin bends 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