Black Thunderer

Hired a bike for a few hours in the town of Thames and got round most of the places. For some reason the bike was called the Black Thunderer which is a bit strange because it was mainly grey. Jean did mineral and mining museum on own but we linked up for some birdwatching from a special hide overlooking the huge Firth of Thames and then called in at the local History Museum which documents the town's golden (literally) past.

The drive from Thames hugged the Firth for about 20 kms before turning inland. A great spectacle all the way. Now in excellent motel in Whitianga, probably for three nights. It has wi-fi which was the main factor but also turns out it has spa bath plus Sky. Dave