Hi Alison,
Great to hear from you, and that you are liking NZ!
You are in your fourth week in NZ and your container hasn't left the UK?
That's a bit tough.
I was just wondering, as you are at a loose end, whether you have thought of asking the woman at the house you are buying if she could do with some help packing/cleaning. Not only could it prevent any more delays but she could be a mine of information about the area, and a useful person to know. 'Collecting' people/contacts is a useful way to help settling down. I'm sure she would remember what it is like being a newcomer to NZ. I would not even think of suggesting such a thing in the UK, but have only a slight hesitation in doing so here. Of course, you know the situation better than me!
Your views sound great. Have never been to New Plymouth but hope to get an
Air New Zealand - grabaseat one day for a look around.
