Background

We sold the house and now we're on the move, living full-time in our caravan. Deb and I have embraced a more mobile lifestyle, travelling around New Zealand and exploring new places as we go. With no fixed address, every day brings a new view and a fresh experience — from quiet coastal spots to scenic rural hideaways. It’s a big change from the old routine, but we’re loving the freedom, simplicity, and adventure that come with life on the road.

Current Location

We're still loitering around the Wellington and Rangitīkei areas—mainly because of a few prior commitments and some family duties. While we're here, we're making the most of it: getting new glasses so we can finally read road signs before we’ve passed them, and sorting out some shiny new dentures so we can chew our food and smile without scaring the locals. Just a bit of life admin before we roll on to the next adventure!.

Next Stops

We’ve got our sights set on the mighty South Island from October through to the end of January—four glorious months of exploring, eating, and probably getting lost at least once or twice (intentionally, of course). The plan? To soak up as much of the South as we can, from the rugged coastlines to the snow-capped peaks, with plenty of delicious detours along the way. First stop: Kaikōura, where I’ll be indulging in as much crayfish as my wallet (and my cholesterol levels) will allow. Deb will be having fish or a salad as she does not eat crayfish. .

Foxton NZMCA

Posted on by Les Grace

Staying at the Foxton NZMCA campground is a bit like camping in the front row of an equine rock concert. The stage? The old racing track, now a morning training ground. The headliners? Dozens of horses, pounding past at dawn with enough horsepower to rattle your coffee mug. It’s not so much a wake-up call…

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Timona Park, Feilding

Posted on by Les Grace

Timona Park is a beautiful spot that is obviously popular with caravaning/ motor home people but lots of places to park, near the river, or looking over a field. We came here on Monday (28th July) and will stay until Thursday when we will migrate south again to Wellington.

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Waipawa

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Waipawa is the second-largest town in Central Hawke’s Bay in the east of the North Island of New Zealand. It has a population of 2,430 (June 2024). The town is located 7 kilometres northeast of Waipukurau and 46 km southwest of Hastings, on the northern bank of the Waipawa River, a tributary of the Tukituki River. We travelled/stayed here for Deb to have a stall at a…

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Ngati Toa Domain

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Ngāti Toa Domain is a scenic and versatile public reserve located in Porirua, just north of Wellington, New Zealand. Nestled between the shores of Porirua Harbour and the suburb of Mana, the domain is a popular spot for sports, recreation, and relaxation. It features rugby fields, netball courts, a skate park, and a playground plus…

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