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609 days ago

A seven-hour hike, sweat, and a trip through the Valley of the Trolls for a 'dream wedding'

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from Otago News

When you think weddings, you think pampering, gloss and fuss.
You probably don’t imagine a seven-hour slog uphill, sweat and nachos.

But that is exactly what one couple chose for their big day when they hiked to the remote Lake Wilson, off the Routeburn Track.

The Valley of the Trolls, complete with swampland and thick tussocks, doesn’t necessarily sound all that romantic either, but for bride Luana Schramme the tramp through the valley to her stunning wedding spot was “magical”.

Schramme, 27, and her husband Bernardo Araujo, 29, weren’t alone for their wilderness wedding – they had seven friends, a photographer and a celebrant join them on the 34km trip for the unusual ceremony.

Read the full story from reporter Olivia Caldwell here. Congratulations to the newlyweds!

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5 hours ago

Unlock the Answer: Today’s Riddle is Trickier Than You Think!

Riddler from The Neighbourly Riddler

What English word retains the same pronunciation, even after you take away four of its five letters?

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1 day ago

Riddle Me That: Ready to Test Your Wits?

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If the prisoner tells a lie, he'll be hanged;
if he tells the truth, he'll be beheaded.
What can he say to save himself?

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18 hours ago

Poll: Is it rude to talk on the phone on a bus?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Buses can be a relaxing way to get home if you have a seat and enough space. However, it can be off-putting when someone is taking a phone call next to you.

Do you think it's inconsiderate for people to have lengthy phone calls on a bus? Vote in the poll, and add your comments below.

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Is it rude to talk on the phone on a bus?
  • 66.1% Yes
    66.1% Complete
  • 31.5% No
    31.5% Complete
  • 2.4% Other - I'll share below
    2.4% Complete
958 votes