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The Mesopotamia High Country Walk
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May 2012, Issue 96
Welcome to the latest issue of Tuatara Tours' monthly newsletter, where we offer a brief summary of what's going on in New Zealand - and what's coming up.
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The Mesopotamia High Country Walk....
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The Mesopotamia High Country Walk is an awe-inspiring four day fully guided walking tour, which includes the Mesopotamia High Country Station and the spectacular Peel Forest Scenic Reserve.
The station gained its early fame from the first owner - Samuel Butler - the renowned English writer and author of the brilliant satire Erewhon..... which was based on the wonderful landscapes found in the area. Your knowledgeable and friendly guide will entertain you with the history of Butler and the resilient families who broke in and farmed this wonderful land.
You will experience soaring landscapes, snow capped mountain ranges and wide open tussock covered tundras. High country stations have a unique part in the history of New Zealand and the early pioneering characters have been immortalised in print in numerous books covering this era.
or call Nicky on our Freephone:
NZ: 0800 377 378 or Australia: 1800 044 633
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Up and Coming Events Around New Zealand
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May 2012
- Sweet Adelines Convention - Region 35, 4th & 5th May Christchurch
- Collectors Fair & Hobbies Expo, 12 May, Auckland City
- Dunkleys Great NZ Craft Show, 25 to 27 May, Bay of Plenty
- Rita Angus: Selected Works, 5 May to 14 June, Nelson
- Top Art 2012 New Zealand's top secondary school Visual Art, 21 to 25 May, Rotorua
June 2012 July 2012
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Cherries May Help You Sleep....
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Hankering for a good night's sleep? Forget warm milk or counting sheep, Central Otago cherries could be just the bedtime remedy, according to preliminary research results just released.
Cherries grown in sun-rich Central Otago are a natural source of melatonin at levels 30 times higher than their northern hemisphere counterparts, the research says.
Melatonin is a hormone that is naturally present in the human body and aids sleep.
The findings come from research commissioned by Fruision Ltd, a joint venture between Hamilton-based Quantec Ltd, a company specialising in developing health remedies from natural products, and Alexandra-based fruitgrower Summerfruit.
Previous studies published in the United States have shown northern hemisphere cherries to have levels of melatonin at two to 15 nanograms per gram.
The latest study, undertaken by an independent laboratory in Australia, has shown Central Otago cherries have 500 nanograms per gram.
When the cherries had been dried, the melatonin levels increased to 3100 nanograms per gram.
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 The Tongariro Crossing Walk is recommended as a "life changing experience" by the Lonely Planet.
It is a 3 day package that encompasses a variety of trips in the iconic Tongariro National Park.
It features the famous Tongariro Alpine Crossing, unforgettable volcanic landscapes, spectacular views over the central North Island, and the wonderful experience of passing through native beech forests and alpine fields, and seeing a host of sparkling (and sometimes steaming) crater lakes (including the well-known crater at the top of Mt Ruapehu).
Join Tuatara Tours on The Tongariro Crossing Walk and learn more about this fascinating and beautiful part of New Zealand first-hand.
or call Nicky on our Freephone:
NZ: 0800 377 378 or Australia: 1800 044 633
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Bluff Oyster and Food Festival....
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The small seaside township of Bluff will come alive on 26th May as hundreds of seafood lovers pour into town for the annual Bluff Oyster and Food Festival. Noted for some of the finest oysters in the world, the Bluff festival also showcases a variety of Southland seafood, local wines and live entertainment, including the popular oyster opening and eating competition.
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Tekapo Canal Trail....
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Tuatara Tours will take you from Christchurch (which has an international airport) right into the heart of the South Island of New Zealand for The Tekapo Canal Trail.
You will soak up the magical views and discover the history of the Mackenzie Country in four leisurely paced days of pedalling.
Join us for an unforgettable guided bike tour alongside the picturesque glacial lakes and canals, under the watchful eye of the mighty Mount Cook (New Zealand's highest mountain).
or call Nicky on our Freephone:
NZ: 0800 377 378 or
Australia: 1800 044 633
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Mushrooms....
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Autumn is one of the best times to be outdoors, the stunning colours in the trees and hidden surprises in the number of startling fungi that pop up underneath them can be well worth taking your camera along for.
If you know what you are looking for some of those fungi can produce a delight for the dinner table as well. New Zealand has some delicious mushrooms growing wild and we are slowly discovering the taste for porcini, truffles and other exotics, but there are some really toxic ones too, if in doubt enjoy them through the lens of your camera only.
In the spirit of autumn, here is a quick and easy mushroom risotto recipe to try:
- 1 chopped onion, 2 cloves chopped garlic, 1 cup arborio rice,1/2 cup white wine, 2 cups chicken stock, 400g field mushrooms, sliced, 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
- Heat oil in a frying pan, gently cook onion and garlic until soft. Add the rice, stir for a minute, then add a splash of white wine. Once absorbed, add a ladle full of hot chicken stock, adding more as the liquid absorbs. After about 10 minutes, add sliced field mushrooms. Keep stirring and adding liquid until the rice is al dente and the mushrooms are cooked. Sprinkle with fresh parmesan and enjoy.
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Keep Well and Happy Travelling!
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Tuatara Tours
Email: info@tuataratours.co.nz
New Zealand Freephone: 0800 377 378
Australia Freephone: 1800 044 633
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