I'm a retired Teacher of Deaf. I Love playing guitar and singing, gardening, cooking, fishing, walking, traveling and my family. Married to Janeve also a teacher. 3 sons and 5 grandaughters. Born in Napier, lived in Auckland and in love with Turangi and this area. love hosting people. Formerly started and owned now defunct backpacker lodge Bellbird Lodge, and used to operate one of the original shuttles to the Tongariro Crossing. I also import and sell Souls Healthy Jandals and these are available to purchase during your stay. Janeve is an independent celebrant and we can organise weddings from budget to elaborate. I currently provide education services at the Tongariro National Trout Centre and also import Souls brand rubber massage jandals.