Tag: Wellington
Dick Move Band Lives Up to Their Name
The concert lineup for the night featured three bands, with Dick Move kicking off the event, followed by The Breeders, and finally, the Foo Fighters headlining the show. Dick Move, although being the opening act, unfortunately failed to impress the crowd with their performance. Their sound was characterized by a lack of clarity, making it …
From Windy Wellington to Stunning Auckland: A Kiwi Adventure Takes Flight
Travel between Wellington and Auckland, New Zealand is an adventure filled with breathtaking landscapes and picturesque moments that are perfect for capturing in photographs. As you embark on this journey, you will find yourself surrounded by stunning natural beauty that showcases the diversity and charm of New Zealand. From the vibrant streets of Wellington, the …
Karl Te Nana and the Legendary New Zealand Sevens Rugby 1996 Walk of Champions
The New Zealand Sevens Rugby 1996 Walk of Champions is a legendary event that holds a significant place in the history of New Zealand rugby – a sport that’s almost like a religion for the Kiwis. While I couldn’t find specific details about Karl Te Nana’s participation in the Walk of Champions that year, I …
The United States Marine Corps Arrived in Wellington, New Zealand in May 1942
Walking through Wellington, New Zealand I came across this plaque that says, “The United States Marine Corps arrived at this quay in May 1942 and left from here to service in the Pacific theatre of war.”
Guns N’ Roses Sing Civil War Live in Wellington
Guns N’ Roses put on an incredible show and I’m so glad I was able to witness it. The energy in the stadium was electric and the band was on fire. They played some of their classic hits and the crowd was singing and dancing along to every song. When they started playing “Civil War”, …
Door with Lion’s Head Artwork
As I walked down the street, in Wellington, New Zealand, I passed these doors that had this lion’s head on it. It was certainly nice and interesting enough to snap a quick photo.
Observing Waitangi Day in Wellington
Every year on February 6th, New Zealand marks the anniversary of the signing of the Treaty of Waitangi with a public holiday called “Waitangi Day”. The Treaty of Waitangi is often considered to be New Zealand’s founding document. In 1840, representatives of the British Crown and of Māori iwi (tribes) and hapū (sub-tribes) entered into …
Save the Krill, Kill the Whales Bilboard
Found this interesting billboard in Wellington, New Zealand.
Guns N’ Rose Private Jet
I was at the Wellington airport last week after the Guns N’ Roses concert and much to my surprise was their private jet. I wouldn’t have known it was their jet if it wasn’t for a security guard that clued me in. I thought it was pretty darn cool.
Guns N’ Rose Live in Wellington – You Could Be Mine
The Australian that was fan hit in the face with the microphone at the end of the concert she was nice enough to make a sign for this concert.
Alien Weaponry Live in the Sky Stadium Wellington, New Zealand
Alien Weaponry was the opening band for the Guns N’ Roses concert. In my honest opinion they should have gone second in the lineup and let The Chats open the concert. I felt Alien Weaponry were much better than the Chats.
New Zealand Parliament House
Walked by the New Zealand Parliament House.
Mahatma Gandhi Statue
In the heart of the capital of New Zealand is a statue of Mahatma Gandhi.