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Opera in the Park

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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.
Picnic time - whilst we were waiting other singers and ands were performing.

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

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!
Opera in the Park, Nelson

firework finale

After dark, the lights improved the atrmosphere again

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

Hannah has mastered 2 wheels!!

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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.

Hannah on her bike at Mapua School

Ben, Dylan and Hannah

Hannah

Mapua School Triathlon

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

Hannah in the running section

Hannah came 4th after an excellent swim, catching up and overtaking many of her friends in the pool.Ben in the swim section of the raceBen sprinting to the finish

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

Ben and Hannah

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.