After our easy flights with tea, biscuit, and lolly, we arrived in the "winterless" Northland.  We thought it would be warmer, but it was the same cold and damp; still had to dress for the Arctic and get the heat pump going.  It did warm up on Sunday when we were leaving.  Actually, due to its usual warm subtropical micro climate, Kerikeri is the citrus capital of New Zealand.  

After I enjoyed this lamb and kumara pie (mint jelly on the side) for lunch, we had a tour of a small local winery.  We then visited The Stone Store, New Zealand's oldest stone building.  It was built in the early 1830's to warehouse and trade mission goods.  We also toured the Kemp house, New Zealand's oldest building.  Built in 1821, it was part of the earliest successful European settlement.  Comparatively, a young country!  We stayed at a B&B with an amazing view of the Bay (as well as a private hot tub).

    

pictures:  https://picasaweb.google.com/115133267095590644390/Northland?authuser=0&feat=directlink