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FORGOTTEN WORLD HIGHWAY - NEW ZEALAND THEMED HIGHWAY /// VLOG #20 (2019)
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Forgotten World Highway is one of 10 themed highways in New Zealand. It starts in Stratford and goes through picturesque regions of Taranaki and Ruapehu, ending up in Taumarunui. Only 150kms long, it is one of the most unique tourist attractions in New Zealand.
There are many points of interest on the Forgotten World Highway including beautiful town of Stratford, independent republic of Whangamomona (and historic Whangamomona Hotel), Mt Damper Falls, old tunnel, Lauren's Lavender Farm and, of course, amazing views at highest mountains of New Zealand's North Island - Mt Taranaki and Mt Ruapehu. It's great for people enjoying driving, hiking, sightseeing and other adventures. An absolute must-do activity for everyone travelling to New Zealand.
Close to the Forgotten World Highway you can find the largest alpaca farm in New Zealand - Nevalea Alpacas. You can meet these friendly animals here all year round and have a tour around the farm or feed alpacas.
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The Republic of Whangamomona - New Zealand's Biggest Gap Year – Backpacker Guide New Zealand
Day 41: Did you know there is a republic right in the middle of New Zealand? Today we are checking it out for ourselves: The Republic of Whangamomona!
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That’s right, today we are leaving New Zealand and spending a day in the Republic of Whangamomona right in the middle of the Forgotten World Highway! We check out the famous Whangamomona Hotel and discover the history and charm of the tiny republic.
The small town of Whangamomona on the Forgotten World Highway declared itself its own republic in 1988 when local councils were planning to split the settlement into two different regions. The locals rose up and declared Whangamomona its own republic complete with a president.
Over the years, the presidents have consisted of a goat, a poodle, a turtle, a man and a woman – so you could say Whangamomona is the most liberal republic in the world.
After spending a hilarious day in the fascinating Republic of Whangamomona, we complete our Forgotten World Highway journey by reaching New Plymouth, Taranaki. Join us tomorrow for the start of our Taranaki adventure.
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New Zealand Biggest Gap Year
365 Days: 365 Activities
Robin and Laura from New Zealand’s biggest online travel guide, BackpackerGuide.NZ, are hitting the road to challenge themselves to 365 Days: 365 Activities. It’s New Zealand’s Biggest Gap Year! We bring you a daily travel vlog to show you what it’s like to go backpacking in New Zealand! Enjoy!
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Exploring Stratford in Taranaki - New Zealand's Biggest Gap Year – Backpacker Guide New Zealand
Day 52: Today we are heading into Stratford in Taranaki to explore the town that calls itself the Shakespeare Town of New Zealand!
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Today we are continuing our trip around the Taranaki region of New Zealand by checking out the town of Stratford. Stratford is famous for being the Shakespeare town of New Zealand thanks to street names after various characters from Shakespeare, as well as the Stratford Glockenspiel that does a performance four times a day.
First thing we do when we arrive in Stratford in Taranaki is check out the famous Stratford Glockenspiel for ourselves. It does a performance of Romeo and Juliet every day at 10m, 1pm, 3pm and 7pm. You can find the Stratford Glockenspiel right in the centre of Stratford.
After that, we look around a few shops and art galleries then settle in cafe in Stratford called Cafe x.o.x which is super quirky and a great way to stay out of the rain.
Finally, we check in at the Stratford Holiday Park before making our way to some walks around the Patea River including a swing bridge.
So what do you think of Stratford in Taranaki? Let us know in the comments below!
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Join Robin and Laura from New Zealand’s biggest guide to budget travel in New Zealand BackpackerGuide.NZ as they challenge themselves to 365 Days: 365 Activities in New Zealand! We call it New Zealand’s BIGGEST Gap Year. We aim to show you different aspects of the working holiday in New Zealand experience from work experiences to travel New Zealand experiences.
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Phil Garland - The Dying Bushman (New Zealand Folk Song)
I couldn't find Phil Garland's rendition of the old New Zealand folk song, The Dying Bushman, anywhere on YouTube. So I uploaded it myself, I hope Mr. Garland doesn't mind. People need to hear more of him I figured, particularly this song, which is my favorite. In fact, I've also recorded my own rendition....in a more heavy metal style, of course! I love this folk song but I must say that the idea of cutting down native bush makes me cringe a bit!
I first found out about it from Phil Garland's book, Faces in the Firelight. After I read it, I then sought out his songbook from the local library, The Singing Kiwi Song Book, where I was presented with three different versions. I took elements of all three. I then went and recorded my own Ceolskog version, and following that, I bought his album Under the Southern Cross, and first heard his version....about a week after I recorded mine!
Phil Garland is one of New Zealand's true musical treasures, a respected folklorist and musical balladeer who has recorded 18 albums. For over 30 years his mission has been to gather and preserve for posterity the stories and songs of New Zealand. To find out more about Phil Garland or purchase his music, visit his website:
This is my rendition, from my folk metal project Ceolskog, if you're partial to a bit of heavy metal with your folk music:
Lyrics:
I've knocked around the logging camps since early boyhood days
I've seen the famous axemen come and go
Now me chopping days are over, I shall swing that axe no more
On the hillside where the native timbers grow
Chorus
For me slasher is all rusty, and my axe handle's broke
I've laid them both behind the whare door
For the rata and the rimu have got so goddamn tough
That I really cannot cut them any more
The tramways in the valley I shall never tread again
No more I'll hear the hauler's whistle blow
Well, oft times I look back as I travel down the track
Please don't take me from the only home I know
Chorus
I'm a poor old worn-out bushman and my chopping days are done
Soon this world shall know I'll be no more
Down the valley of the shadow I'll soon be on the track
Where oft times I've seen bushmen go before
Chorus
And when I sleep that last long sleep, I pray that it may be
Where the tawa and the matai and the pine
And the hinau and the ngaio and the koromiko tree
Grow forever by that lonely grave of mine
Chorus
Source: transcription from Phil Garland 'Under The Southern Cross' Kiwi Pacific Records CD SLC-239.
maps virtual NZ road trip - Whanganui Otakeho Whakatane East Cape Gisborne Opotiki 1133km
(best viewed in 1080pHD) 1133 km road trip; dataset is my cloudless & seamless New Zealand 4.5m per pixel ortho-photo composite
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00m00s Whanganui -- 00m53s Waitotara -- 01m03s Waverley -- 01m15s Patea -- 01m39s Hawera -- 01m55s Manaia -- 02m00s Otakeho -- 02m36s Stradford -- 04m24s Taumarunui -- 04m44s Owhango -- 04m58s Raurimu -- 05m02s National Park -- 05m33s Lake Rotoaira -- 05m45s Tokaanu, Lake Taupo -- 07m37s Rotorua -- 07m55s Lake Rotoiti -- 08m11s Rotoma -- 08m33s Te Teko -- 08m49s Whakatane -- 09m23s Opotiki -- 10m46s Cape Runaway -- 11m12s Hicks Bay -- 11m52s Ruatoria -- 12m14s Te Puia Springs -- 12m21s Tokomaru Bay -- 12m50s Tolaga Bay -- 13m32s Gisborne -- 14m02s Te Karaka -- 15m28s Opotiki
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Trains at Sylvia Park
Some shots of trains at Sylvia Park Station on Saturday the 4th of September including a shot of DBR 1213 & DH 2851 with shunting duties.
Accommodation in Turangi
Sportsmans Lodge, 15 Taupahi Road, Turangi 3334, New Zealand, 07 386 8150
Sportsmans Lodge accommodation is situated right on the banks of the world famous trout fishing Tongariro River in Turangi, New Zealand ... a fly fisherman's paradise!
Auckland's New Public Transport Network
Auckland Transport is proposing a simpler, more integrated public transport network which enables improved access to more destinations through better .
NZSL translation of Auckland Transport's video on the new public transport network. Over the next few years, AT is moving to a simpler and more integrated .
Auckland Transport is proposing a simpler, more integrated public transport network which enables improved access to more destinations through better .
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The Shack+B&B at Owhango in New Zealand
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The Shack is a friendly and welcoming homestay in Owhango, the centre of the north island. It is an affordable bed and breakfast between National Park and Taumarunui,a perfect location to explore the Tongariro national park and Whanganui river.
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Police Support MATES Mens Network
Tauranga Police kindly invited the MATES Mens Network to speak about the services MATES offer in Tauranga and across New Zealand on 22nd July 2014 at the Tauranga Police Station... Thank you to Senior Sergeant Stuart Nightingale and Sergeant Helen Murphy for their amazing support...
About the MATES Mens Network
What is MATES and what is it's philosophy?...Mates is crosses all boundaries of race, creed, culture and religion. You will have the opportunity to develop the attitudes, strengths, characteristics, qualities and values inherent in all cultures, religions and all great people who are walking and have walked this earth...
What happens at a meeting...does someone wear a buffalo hat? ...Funnily, many men who have come to MATES have mentioned walking past the door attempting to see just what is going on before they eventually walked on in!
MATES is a safe place, with men you can trust so much you will be willing to and able to talk about any feeling. experience or event you are going through or have gone through in total confidentiality!
MATES is about support, mateship through the tough times and lending a hand to others when you are in a place of strength...You will have a cup of tea or coffee, meet some great men, have a laugh, share some stories and leave feeling uplifted and empowered knowing you are not alone!
How much does all this cost? ...The cost is by donation / koha to help pay for expenses etc. We simply ask that you leave some token out of respect for what you have received. A Membership is available for those who want to go to the next level yet is only $5.00 / week! and courses / programs are available.
Do I have to join up as a Member? Membership is about a commitment to yourself so when you are ready you will be welcome to join...
Are there any Women? Yes, women are encouraged to participate and help out in many ways including the Development Programs within the MATES Organization, yet they do not attend the Men's Meetings.
OK! so what's the catch...you are telling me this MATES thing is about me? ...The simple answer is yes...MATES is about men becoming the best they can be, it is up to you how fast or slow you take it, how long you stay and how far you go...
MATES is about each man committing to their own journey of growth and supporting others on the way. Come or go, stay as long as you like however obviously those who stay and show up are going to benefit most. We are focused on growth and contribution, openness and depth, heart-felt challenge and becoming the role-models in our community so everyone around us benefits...
How do I find out more? Browse through our website ( place some comments and questions on our BLOG ...join our Facebook Group ( a Brochure ( ...drop us an email or find out about meeting times and venues ( and come along!
Scientists experience flying to Antarctica
The trip to Antarctica is not always straight forward as these Waikato Researchers experience.
Follow the 2011/12 Waikato University Erebus Antarctic team as they travel around Mt Erebus, Antarctica.
For more information about the research Waikato Researchers are conducting on Mt Erebus please go to our website
In the 2011/12 Antarctic season the University of Waikato is sending down 7 teams to conduct Antarctic research through the International Centre for Terrestrial Antarctic Research (ICTAR, ). If you would like more information about general Antarctic research conducted by the University of Waikato please go to or check out our blog at
Geoffrey Rice - 1918 Influenza presentation
Professor Geoffrey Rice presenting his 1918 Influenza talk to Ministry of Health staff on 7 May 2018.
Bucket Racing
Bucket Racing (Motorcycle racing)
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A lot of you know the story of Regina and I and how we left NZ a year ago and have been traveling full time ever since. So I wanted to share something that you may or may not already know about us and that is our passion for motorbikes and bucket racing.
Let me explain what Bucket racing is all about.
I prefer to race buckets as apposed to the larger bikes like my old R1. Some of the main reasons being:
*It is a lot cheaper, you can build a competitive bucket racer for under 3K
*It is a lot safer as the top speed is about 100km per hour
*The bikes are cheaper to repair if you crash
*The racing is way more competitive in my mind because of the smaller track and it really is down to the skill of the rider and not how much power your bike has.
*There is less chance of getting hurt when you crash.
*The people are just awesome!
So what is a Bucket? (The basics)
Buckets are commuter and non-competition bikes that are put on the race track and called F4 and F5.
Buckets have two engine capacity classes:
F4
2 stroke 55-100cc
2 stroke 55-125cc air cooled
4 stroke 55-150cc
F5
2 stroke 0-50cc
4 stroke 0-100cc air cooled
Engines must be derived from non-competition motorcycles.
Motocross, Road Racing, Enduro and Go Kart motors and transmission parts are not permitted. There shall be no restriction on the make, type or design of carburettor, ignition, exhaust, piston, cam, valve springs or cooling system except for class eligibility. All engines must be normally aspirated except F4 4 stroke engines of less than 100cc capacity, which may be turbo or supercharged. F4 2 stroke engines over 104cc are restricted to carburation equivalent to a single 24mm carburettor, F5 4 stroke engines over 53cc are restricted to carburation equivalent to a single 20mm carburettor.
Alcohol based fuel or fuel additives are prohibited.
Bike Preparation
You will need some duct tape, tie wire or electrical zip ties.
Tyres must be up to W.O.F. standard or Race Slicks.
Mirrors need to be removed.
Handlebar ends need to be plugged.
Lights and indicators to be removed.
Side stands, passenger footrests and centre stands need to be taken off.
Sump and oil plugs MUST be lockwired.
Water ONLY in radiators unless MNZ approved.
Bring some tools to prepare your bike.
Allow enough time to do this at the track or do it the night before and trailer your motorbike to the track.
Remember to check tyre pressures, chain tension, oil and water levels, brake fluid levels, brake pads and bring fuel.
Buckets must have:
• Plugged handlebars.
• Folding or nylon footpegs (kart track racing only)
• Anything that could mark the track must be nyloned over or bungs added to prevent them touching the track (kart track only). These must be very secure.
• Wired sump and oil plugs.
• Adequate front and rear brakes.
• No broken clutch and brake levers .
• Must remove side stands or wire them up and nylon protectors.
• Must have secure attachments for all parts of the bike.
• No dangerous attachments.
• Have no excessive leakage from fuel caps.
• Have all lights and mirrors removed.
• A catch tank for any fluids that might leak or overflow such as crankcase or gearbox breathers, float bowls etc.
Riding gear you will need
A motorcycle helmet that is in good condition, we recommend a good clean visor, or goggles. MNZ standards 8-2-1 and should be no older than 10 years.
Leather boots, motocross or touring type will do. Must be full height, MNZ 8-1
Leather gloves.
Back protector.
Full racing or touring leathers or, leather jacket of motorcycle riding type (not dress type), leather motorcycle pants which zip to the jacket.
This is me on my bucket just before we left NZ to travel the world (about a year ago).
My bike is #55 and I’m wearing the blue and white and black leathers with the silver helmet.
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Jack Marsden Mayer - Animal Driftwood Sculptures, Whanganui
How would you like one of these for the garden? Check out Jack Marsden-Mayer's amazing driftwood animal sculptures and hear the story of how this talented artist came to call Whanganui home! You will notice Jack working on the sculpture of a Moa (a large extinct flightless bird unique to New Zealand). Well, be famous and come check it out in real life at the Whanganui I-Site Visitor Centre and take a selfie! #visitwhanganui