We are sheltering in Gulf Harbour marina, just 10 miles from Auckland, as Tropical storm Lusi heads our way. Heavy rains and strong winds (65kts) are predicted, so its a good time to batten down the hatches and blog.

We were here just over a week ago so that we could take the ferry to Tiritiri Island, which is predator free and a twitchers paradise. . . . but we couldn't get away from predators altogether. . . …

Orca eating a stingray