June 27 was our last day in Hanmer Springs. The temperature started at -8. Good to know we can be OK in these conditions. Just leave water in the kettle for a cup of tea as no water is coming out of that tap. That's an icicle at our sink tap. First out of our … Continue reading Home Sit at West Eyreton
While in Reefton we talked with the lady at the Art Gallery. She had moved from Nelson along with several other artists, and so we thought it might be good to see what sort of legacy, artists may have left in Nelson. The following is a sample. Dance to the Music of Time by Terry … Continue reading Art in Nelson
The long way from Waimate to Oamaru is to follow the Waitaki River up to Kurow and back down to State Highway 1. And that is the way we went. I thought we would be in sight of the river most of the way but it wasn't until we crossed over at Kurow that we … Continue reading Long Way Round
We are slowly creeping down the East Coast of the South Island, New Zealand, and have stayed in some great places. Four nights in Ashburton, two at CAP 7768. A good stop with loo, and washing machine. Robbie, the host is very friendly, even inviting us into his home for a final morning tea before … Continue reading Moving South
