Christchurch, a lot of rain and the edge of a cyclone

This weekend, we took a short work trip down to Christchurch.  Unfortunately, this meant another 6am start on Saturday, which … More

Lights, action and a short trip to Auckland

Last week was just so busy what with one thing and another.  This week is a little better, and then … More

Agriculture, produce and lots of chickens part 2

Saturday was definitely a day for beasts of the field.  After the A&P show, we visited friends who live in … More

Agriculture, produce and lots of chickens part 1

Every now and again, there is a day that is really special, fun or just extra nice, and this Saturday … More

Sand, sea and a bit of luck

Of course, because I have gone back to work, the weather has been lovely the past few days.  Still, on … More

21 things about living in New Zealand: our first year here

As of 28th January, we have been here in Wellington for a year.  I can’t believe it – the time … More

Kawakawa, Auckland and a summer trip part 5

Our final (and very short) trip took us to Kawakawa, purely because I wanted to see the public toilets designed … More

Waitangi, Kerikeri and a summer trip part 4

We were so lucky on our trip to have good weather.  This summer has not been a particularly good one … More

Paihia, pizza and a summer trip part 2

We arrived safe and sound in lovely, sunny Paihia on Wednesday afternoon.  Our apartment was 2 minutes drive from the … More

Volcanos, an earthquake and a summer trip (part 1)

We have just returned from a lovely holiday up north in Bay of Islands.  We saw all sorts of things, … More