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Our Scottish Holiday

Posted on October 5, 2026 by journojohnson

After a difficult August, it was great to get away for a fortnight. Scotland is a place I love a lot which is probably because I have more Scottish blood in my veins than any other! The scenery is spectacular … Continue reading →

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Waitangi Day 6 February 2026

Posted on February 4, 2026 by journojohnson

Waitangi Day is celebrated in New Zealand every 6 February. This year this falls on a Friday. It has been acknowledged and celebrated in New Zealand since 1934 but wasn’t made a public holiday until 1974. The treaty was first … Continue reading →

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Waitangi Day – 6 February

Posted on February 4, 2025 by journojohnson

Te Kawau signed the Treaty of Waitangi at Manukau Harbour in March 1840. One reason was that he wanted British protection against future Ngāpuhi raids. He subsequently provided 3,000 acres (1200 hectares), for £50 and a quantity of goods, for … Continue reading →

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