I love the picture of Marcie feeding the lamb. And, I agree with Ngaire. Amazing what technology allows us to do.
We spent some time with a private guide in Auckland last year on our WC segment. Here's my blog link to that day:
http://www.travelblog.org/Australasia/New-Zealand/North-Island/Auckland/blog-39061.html I think I still have Ian's contact info if anyone is interested.