As the days are slowly getting longer, but the cold is settled in, it’s time to take a mini break and get those last winter jobs done and out of the way before spring arrives. With this in mind, I’ll be taking the month of August off and be back with the spring/in September with more episodes on Kiwi life and language for you to enjoy. In the meantime, keep those requests coming and I’ll add them to the list 😊. So, savour those last days of summer or winter depending on where you are and I look forward to re-connecting with you very soon!  For any topic requests and feedback: kiwienglishdownunder@gmail.com To become a supporter: www.patreon.com/the kiwienglishdownunder’spodcast

Here’s the final part inspired by heading south and some tips on what you can expect when taking that long trip from Christchurch to Invercargill. Where to stop, what to look out for and driving habits of locals. So, buckle-in and let’s go!  Whitestone Cheese Factory Shop Oamaru:  https://www.whitestonecheese.com/ For any topic requests and feedback: kiwienglishdownunder@gmail.com To become a supporter: www.patreon.com/the kiwienglishdownunder’spodcast

One of its claims to fame is that you can find the southern most Starbucks there… what else can you expect to find when visiting? In today’s episode we’ll talk about a quick trip and initial impressions made of the people and place and how cold it really was 😉. So, grab something warm and let’s get started! And here’s a couple of links to check out afterwards:  H & J Smiths Department Store:  https://southlandnz.com/invercargill/shopping/hj-smith-department-store Queens Park Invercargill:   https://icc.govt.nz/parks-and-reserves/queens-park/ For any topic requests and feedback: kiwienglishdownunder@gmail.com To become a supporter: www.patreon.com/the kiwienglishdownunder’spodcast

 We’re off on another road-trip! In todays episode we’ll consider how to prepare for a drive down south to Invercargill and what to expect along the way. So, grab something warm and let’s get started!  For any topic requests and feedback: kiwienglishdownunder@gmail.com To b ecome a supporter: www.patreon.com/the kiwienglishdownunder’spodcast

 Is the hospitality trade considered a “real” profession in NZ? And how about waiting tables specifically? In todays episode we’ll explore the two sides of this industry that we often take for granted –no matter how many coffee-machines most households have, we still need our fix of café time 😊.  For any topic requests and feedback: kiwienglishdownunder@gmail.com To become a supporter: www.patreon.com/tder’spodcashe kiwienglishdownunder

 What’s the basic expectation when dining with Kiwis? How big a role does cutlery play? In today’s episode we’ll cover some of the basics and how we approach take-aways verse dining at home or out at a restaurant – and whether eating at a café is more or less casual? So, grab your drink of choice, maybe a snack as well, and let’s get started 😊.  For any topic requests and feedback: kiwienglishdownunder@gmail.com To become a supporter: www.patreon.com/the kiwienglishdownunder’spodcast

 Lake Hood is man-made and an easy day-trip from Christchurch. So, just imagine it’s a sunny winters day and you’ve got time – why not grab your coat and walking shoes and let’s go check it out together 😊? To check out things for yourself start here:  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lake_Hood For any topic requests and feedback: kiwienglishdownunder@gmail.com To become a supporter: www.patreon.com/the kiwienglishdownunder’spodcast

So, how does our health system work and who pays when you go to hospital? In today’s episode we’ll explore the basics.  Happy listening and remember to eat that apple because… “an apple a day keeps the doctor away” 😉!  For any topic requests and feedback: kiwienglishdownunder@gmail.com To become a supporter: www.patreon.com/the kiwienglishdownunder’spodcast