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Coincidence?

The day I flew into Christchurch on 5 Jan there was an earthquake which struck a few hours before I landed. It …

The Big Christchurch Quake

Unless you’ve been living under a rock, you’re probably aware a massive earthquake struck Christchurch yesterday around 12:30pm local time. The city …

Dear New Zealand

Dear New Zealand, Where do I begin? You didn’t impress me when I arrived in Christchurch. In fact, you got me sick …

Waiheke Island, New Zealand

Waiheke Island is a popular getaway for Aucklanders. It’s a 35 minute ferry ride from Quay Street right along the harbor. The …

Rotorua, New Zealand

Rotorua lies in a very active thermal area. Within the town itself are several natural hot pools, many of them located in …