Mapua Chalets

Andy and Ben had a father and son kayak trip with a camp overnight. They started the trip in Ruby Bay with Ed Rimmer and Oscar and paddled a short way to McKee Domain.

They set up the fishing lines in the hope to catch some fish on the way.

They had a great night which included a short trek through the bush , hunting for glow bugs.

Nelson’s Opera in the Park really was a ‘Once in a Lifetime Experience’. Dame Kiri te Kanawa, one of the world’s best loved and respected sopranos, along with Jonathan Lemalu, (A bass baritone with a commanding presence on stage and a voice that is earning him huge accolades from audiences and critics world-wide.), Simon O’Neill (A talented tenor with engagements as far ahead as La Scala in 2012), Helen Medlyn (New Zealand’s favourite mezzo was fantastic too). Along with Vector Wellington Orchestra – Conductor Marc Tadd. Amazing.

We were so fortunate to experience and enjoy a world class concert in the relaxed setting of Nelsons Trafalgar Park.

The evening began with a picnic whilst we waited for the show to begin. And wow what a show it was. Andy and I are now hooked on Opera!

The fireworks were a brilliant finale to finish off a magical evening.

Hannah was obviously inspired by her big brother doing so well in the triathlon. It took her 20 minutes to learn how to ride her bike down in the playground of Mapua School. Well Done.

Mapua School held their Triathlon last week . Ben and Hannah both enjoyed their events and did extremely well.

Hannah came 4th after an excellent swim, catching up and overtaking many of her friends in the pool.

Ben did extremely well too. He came 3rd and received a certificate.

His contribution helped the red team win overall. (Both Ben and Hannah are in the red team) . Well Done both of you. We are very proud.

We visited the local Mapua Aquarium “Touch the Sea”. This place is always a hit with our children, who love to put their hands into the touch pools and feel all the various underwater creepy crawlies!!

The sting rays in the main tank are fascinating to watch especially at feeding time. The feeder almost puts his fingers in the rays mouth!!

The eels have to be stroked by Hannah. Now that she has finally plucked up the courage to do it – she loves the feel of them.