Across the ‘Ditch’ to New Zealand

I recently crossed the ‘Ditch’ (the Tasman Sea) from Melbourne to New Zealand, to explore what is one of my very favourite places, and in particular, to check out the recovery of Christchurch after the devastating earthquakes of 2010 and 2011.

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The Road to Milford Sound – New Zealand’s South Island

Tourist information stresses filling the petrol tank before leaving. There are no service stations between Te Anau and Milford Sound and I know from this that I’m heading into serious wilderness. It’s a little daunting but I’m almost fearless, intrepid traveller that I’m becoming.

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