THAT'S MY WORLD TUESDAY

CHRIST CHURCH, RUSSELL, NEW ZEALAND.


While we were in Russell last month, we visited New Zealand's oldest existing church. It's possibly the oldest building still used for it's original purpose.




The building goes back to the earliest years of Maori European contact in the Bay of Islands. Missionaries would row from across the harbour to take services in private homes. Building of the church commenced in 1835.





The church is open to the public free of charge and local people have taken over the role of a visiting priest.




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THAT'S MY WORLD TUESDAY - CAPE REINGA

When Hubby and I were in Whangarei recently, we decided to hop in the car to take a little road trip - as is our way. Hubby had visited Cape Reinga before but it was my first time. I was excited by his description of the lighthouse and surrounding scenery.

Cape Reinga is located at the northern tip of the North Island of New Zealand. A lighthouse was built there in 1941, it sends out a light signal ever 12 seconds which reaches 19 nautical miles.

Looking out from the lighthouse you can see where the Tasman Sea and Pacific Ocean meet. A ridge of foaming water can be seen where the oceans clash and merge, creating waves of up to 10 metres.

Well, so I'm told. This was the view for me after our two hour drive. Better luck next time. I still love the photo though.





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Not much to report today. It's getting colder out. I'm heading to the hairdressers for a trim and colour. Looking more like Krazy Brown at the mo. Hubby is still on his travels - London. G arrived safely in Wanaka and is settling in. I'm feeling content and happy. It's all good.

Be good. If you're bad, make sure you tell me all about it.

Love KB
xxx