“I caught the train for the first time ever”

Matt stands in front of a cruise ship

I have seen Te Huia going through Hamilton lots from my work commute but today was our day. It was absolutely free with my Accessibility Bee card.

Staff are free too if you have a plus one on your card. I chatted with the staff and other people on the train. Once in Auckland we walked to Queen street, had some snacks and looked around as plenty to see and it was a nice day.

Then we walked along the waterfront and we saw an enormous cruise ship so we got a closer look.

I would give Te Huia the highest marks possible. The cheese toasters were excellent too. Other people should give it a go too.

Matt Shadbolt

Matt stands in front of the Auckland Sky Tower

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