Hi Sharon,

Thank you for your message and the good news.  It is encouraging to know that our residence application is due to be processed and we hope all goes smoothly.

We are both keeping well and are very happy to be in New Zealand.  Having not visited NZ before coming here, we are so pleased to say that it is much nicer than we expected and adapting to the lifestyle has not been difficult.

We have been informed that this summer has been warmer than usual so far and there has been a serious shortage of rain in January.  According to the TV news, it is the driest summer on record.  Fortunately, a front has moved across NZ from Australia and this weekend has been overcast with some light rain.  We have been taking advantage of the summery weather and often go swimming in the evenings at Murrays Bay beach which is very nearby.  The water is calm and so inviting and there are not very many people there even at peak times over the weekend.

We do appreciate you keeping us informed of developments and send you, Ian and Nicky our warmest regards.

Bremm & Amanda