CentrePort Open Day....

Last weekend we decided to take in a local tradition of sorts: CentrePort Open Day. NZ receives all sorts of imported goods via air as well as by sea and Wellington Port is a bustling operation that, on a rare occasion, is open to the public. Once there we toured one of the navy ships and waited in line (it was totally worth it) to ride one of the tug boats. Strolling the waterfront we often see them cruising around but to ride one of these seemingly innocuous vessels was a treat. I say that because they are incredibly expensive (a new tug would cost $12 million NZD!) and strong (pulling over 72 tons!). Amazing, tiny workhorses. :)

 Tug Toia.

                              Tie up your boat.                                      The engine room.

 The Queen Elizabeth. 3000+ on board.

 Her Majesty New Zealand Taupo.

 Anchor. Just in case.

No sharks around NZ? Right.

 Everyone should have a Pyro Locker.

 Kiwi.

 Some time with the .50 cal. :)

After a year in Wellington we love the fact that there is still so much to see, explore and experience!!