Devonport

From Mt. Victoria looking back to Auckland

February 15th 2015
Feb 15th. Arrived around midday From Melbourne. Clocks gone on a further 2 hours so we are 13 ahead of UK time now. First impressions - it's hilly! But we like the atmosphere Downtown and Central. Nice old buildings to explore. The Auckland area will be our base for at least the next couple of weeks. We have some voluntary work lined up for 10 days or so and will have time to get out and explor ... 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

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Paul & Lesley Blomley

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Love our holidays. Greek Islands and camping in France and Spain have been our staple for many years but really enjoyed our long awaited trip to Australia and New Zealand in 2015. We must go back soon! 2015: Jan-April. Fabulous 10 weeks Down Under. Australia & NZ 2015: April & May. 2 trips to Tuscany. drove new luxury motor-homes from the Italian factory, though France and on to their UK base in Manchester 2015: July. Long weekend at Le mans 24 hour go kart event (Paul) 2015: August and September. trips to visit family in Norfolk, UK 2015: October. 5 days south coast England. Bournem... full info

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