Keith catches a big wahoo!
From West to East – we cross 180° – half way around the world…
Volcanic activity causes a vast mass of pumice…
… and political eruptions cause bomb threats in Suva
Fishing vessel aground in the Suva pass.
Keith helps Ranganui into Suva.
Celebrating our return to Musket Cove – by yacht this time!
Christine reports into the SSB Radio Net during the passage to New Zealand.
Poco Andante tied up to the Quarantine dock in Opua, NZ.
Exploring Northland with the crews of Jade and Blue Marlin
Exploring Northland and the giant Kauri tree.
… and enjoying a hot pool!
The Waimate North Agricultural Show – it felt like it could have been anywhere in England!
The Waimate North Agricultural Show – it felt like it could have been anywhere in England!
The Waimate North Agricultural Show – it felt like it could have been anywhere in England!
The Waimate North Agricultural Show – it felt like it could have been anywhere in England!
More beautiful scenery from Northland.
More beautiful scenery from Northland.
More beautiful scenery from Northland.
Great Barrier Island where we go to visit Carol & Trevor (Christine’s sister).
Great Barrier Island.
The Pohutukawa tree – New Zealand’s native ‘Christmas Tree’.
Earthsong Lodge – and a sample of Trevor’s fine cuisine…
Cockling…
… and enjoying them!
As we arrive in Auckland, the wind was gusting up to 30 knots but the Kiwis still had their spinnakers up!
The Rugby-mad country – this sign amused Keith.
and finally – from ‘boat bum’ to business man!
