Hello all, We are all set up in our new hotel with time, energy and wi-fi!We have packed in a lot since we last blogged, travelling to our next work destination and making the best of our weekend along the way.Our hire car is redand has a spoiler on the back so we feel like girl-racers.Our first stop was Hamner, up in the mountains, a bit like Aviemore but with thermal springs.Aftera few hours of relaxing in sulphur smelling hot pools we hit the road again to ma...

Hi all After spending most of the day travelling via car and ferry, we have arrived in Wellington tired but with stories to tel - but not tonight! We'll get some sleep and get some photos online tomorrow. Night night A and S xx

Hello We have arrived safely in beautiful Kaikoura and are too tired and impatient with the current dial up set up to blog in detail. Hope to get in touch tomorrow to tell you about our travels. No forensic services over the weekend!!!!!! Susi's phrase of the day " ya beauty!" Adrienne's phrase of the day "I'm totally up for it..." Look out for our blog tomorrow. Happy Friday. A & S XX

Kia ora (we think) Hope you are all well back at home. We're preparing ourselves for a wee journey up to Kaikoura tomorrow and reflecting on the days experiences. There has been a lot to take in and lots of people to meet. We started our day at the Step Ahead Trust (after playing in the swing park) which was bursting at the seams with energy and enthusiasm. It was homely place where we were given a tasty lunch and interesting chat from staff and users. Some of...

Dear readers, PUBLIC APOLOGY Due to necessity our holiday was interrupted by work related activites and photo opportunities were limited. It is our plan to rectify this situation as soon as possible and apologise for any inconvenience caused as a result. Please remember that your readership is important to us. Today was our first opportunity to meet staff and patients at the local forensic service, Te Whare Manaaki (The House of Healing). We were warmly w...