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Curling in and out in Naseby

August 24, 2012 by rosemary Leave a Comment

 Naseby in the hills of Central Otago was the sight of one of the area’s significant gold mining operations in the mid 19th century. In the winter not much mining could be done, and the Scottish goldminers introduced Curling to the Maniototo in 1878, making it one of the oldest winter sporting activities in New Zealand. The building of an international Olympic standard all … [Read more...]

Ranfurly – the Centre of the Otago Rail Trail

August 24, 2012 by rosemary Leave a Comment

Ranfurly is one of the larger villages in Central Otago.  Once the gold boom slowed down in Naseby and the rail came through, Ranfurly soon became the main centre of the area. there is an excellent information centre (at the old Railway station) and amazing A'Deco buildings, and of course a pub!  It will be our base for exploring Central Otago - staying at Hawkdun Lodge and … [Read more...]

Forget Fishing – we have Gone Curling

August 24, 2012 by rosemary Leave a Comment

In Northland the sign would read “Gone Fishing”. In the coldest part of mid winter in Central Otago the sign reads “Gone Curling” - when the weather is right, everything stops. Gone Curling is a documentary directed by Rachel Patching and Roland Kahurangi. Thanks to our sponsorship of the Documentary via the PledgeMe website, and with the support of more sponsors from Central … [Read more...]

The Otago Rail Trail

August 24, 2009 by Rosemary Neave Leave a Comment

May the Wind be Always at your back.... Take 5 people, average age 62, average fitness , 5 bikes and a old railway line. Mix in the classic gold and barren landscape of central Otago, some country pubs and mellow autumn sun, and you are in for a great ride - The Otago Rail Trail. It was great - but definately more than we bargained for. … [Read more...]

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