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Month: June 2025

Waipawa

Posted on 12 June, 202520 October, 2025 by Les Grace

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

Posted on 8 June, 202520 October, 2025 by Les Grace

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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Manfield Race Track

Posted on 7 June, 202531 July, 2025 by Les Grace

Stayed at Manfield for a few days from the 4th June to 8th June for Deb have a stall at the Feilding Market. This market is a two-day event twice a year in June & October

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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.

Where are we

We’ve been in the mighty South Island for a couple of weeks now. Visited Kaikoura - had my Crayfish and snuck in some Whitebait (made some fritters). Visited the Hanmer Springs pool a couple of times when we stayed there and now in Christchurch

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