It took me two days to down to the south of Whanharei Harbour, the place I was first aiming for.  I got into Marsden Cove Marina, got tied up and the weather changed to the Irish version.  Strong northerlies with relentless rain.  But there is  Maori party tomorrow night and hopefully a change in the weather.  I will then move up to Whangarei town to my haul out spot; but right now I am rushing to the dentist...