An absolute disaster today. Temp only 16 deg, cloudy and some rain around. Never mind though, temps predicted to soar above 30 in South Island next week. Last couple of days have been spent exploring Wellington, museum where I took the photo, another car rally, a trip up to the top of town in a cable car and as I predicted a tour round the shops! Also a brief visit to the local zoo, only 10 minutes away from here. It will be good when it's finished! However I did...

Arrived in Wellington last evening, Sunday our time, after a week and half of travelling through North Island. Several wine tastings and excellent lunches at wineries. Picture is of Daniel who looked after us at Craggy Range winery, near Havelock North. Great scenery as we travelled south through Palmerston North, Masterston, Carterton, viewing the NZ version of Stonehenge (rubbish) and down into Wellington. Planning a trip over to Picton by ferry on Weds but bas...