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We woke to pouring rain, very windy and temperatures as low as 15deg. Finished packing a waited for the taxi to take us to the car rental company. He was on time and took us by a strange route (remember we have driven round Wellington too and knew where we were supposed to be going). When we got there they had had a flood caused by the rain and poor plumbing. Left in a storm for Wanganui (where the photo was taken). Didn't expect much there from what we had been told but it was a revelation. So much more to see and do than we thought. Definitely on the list for our next visit. Travelled up to New Plymouth and have now settled into our motel room. Near to town centre so eating out tonight. Plan to go up Mt Taranaki (Egmont) tomorrow and follow the 'forgotten trail' further north. Quite an interesting drive I'm told. I'll let you know. Just as well I checked our flight time next Monday. I had thought it was around midnight and we had made plans for the day in Auckland but when I checked we are due to leave at 11.25am! Fresh plans have been made and the car co will get their vehicle back earlier than expected. Weather update- it is now sunny again and forecast for the next few days is for clear skies and temps in the low 20's. Will go on line later to see how it is for you. Further update, we are now at dinner, burgers and wine in Joe's Garage. Not sure if it was really a garage but it looks like it could have been.
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