New Zealand South Island

I left Queenstown and took a bus to Dunedin. Dunedin was a town established by Scottish immigrants in the early 1800's. New Zealand experienced a major gold rush similar to that of, and at the same time as, the gold rush in California..about the mid 1800's. More gold was pulled out of this region than in California. Dunedin experienced a major boom at that time and became the center of commerce for New Zealand. I toured an old home in the area, and of course a brewery!

Speights (pronounced like weight) was established in 1876, and kept the thirsty New Zealand gold miners satisfied.
From Dunedin it was on towards Christ Church, and got a chance to view the New Zealand southern Alps. A rare view of Mt Cook, which is usually shrouded in the clouds was a highlight.

Tomorrow I'll go through Fairlie, a small farming town on my way to Christ Church. Hope to visit a farm home there

New Zealand Talk:
Car body shop is a "panel bender"
If you want a mug of beer, you as for a "handle"

Good on ya!!
-Bill