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Scenic North Island
The dramatic landscapes of the Rangitikei District are a highlight of a journey on the Overlander.
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Rangitikei River Gorge
There are several viaducts crossing this stunning river in the North Island.
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Typical New Zealand
Sheep are a staple in the New Zealand landscape. Actually, they're a bit of a staple in the New Zealand diet too.
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Near the Rangipo Desert
At elevations over 800m, not much grows in this part of the North Island Volcanic Plateau. On the rare days when the mountains are visible, there's more to see than the tussocky grass.
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Skiers, this is your stop
Ohakune is a ski town, and the carrot capital of New Zealand. Keep an eye out for the giant carrot...
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Hapuawhenua Viaduct
One of many viaducts along the Overlander route, this is one of the longest viaducts in New Zealand.
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Break time
The trains from both directions stops for a crew change at National Park, and although Mount Ruapehu, or the mountain as it is sometimes called on the North Island, wasn't visible, there was a sausage sizzle (aka a barbecue) on the platform.
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Winter on the North Island
Even a deluge of rain can't hide the beauty of the North Island.
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Sunshine on the North Island
After the rain, there is a freshness to the countryside.
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Tannis McCartney has been a member since 25 January 2008 and goes by tannismc.
Currently in Calgary.
I am a storyteller. I love a good story, whether it's told through words or photos. My love of travel started when I started travelling--in 1994 when I was an exchange student in New Zealand.
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