Wed 4 Jan.

We spent a happy day visiting hot springs and Maori celebrations in Rotorua in the North Island - though Rotorua itself isn't much. Then flew to Christchurch which has the feel of a small English town and then drove to spend the New Year in Queenstown - world Centre for Bungy jumping (Tom - not us!). Last two days has been largely rain, but wonderful (Lord of the Rings) scenery nevertheless. Tomorrow we return to Christchurch for a couple of nights, then a train to Picton where we get the Ferry back to Wellington and a 3 day workshop.