I've finally replaced my old 1966 Nikkormat and gone digital with a Canon EOS 350D, marketed in the US under the unfortunate label, the "Rebel XT". I'm still getting used to it but am totally impressed so far. It seems to be able to handle just about any situation I can throw its way.

Anyway, me and my "Rebel" went around the coast today, through the backblocks to Kaikohe, where I boosted the economy by a much needed $7.50 for a sandwich and a coffee. Then on to Wairere, where I missed a pic of two lads racing their horses, and on to Rawene, Opononi, Tane Mahuta (more impressive than I expected), a beer at the wonderful Kaihu pub, Dargaville and then, dammit, down the peninsula to Pouto before turning home to Whangarei. The pic above was taken on the peninsula.