This [Wellington] is a very dull place

This [Wellington] is a very dull place.The people seem idle and lazy, quite different from Auckland, where all was bustle and activity. Here the shops are never open till a late hour in the morning, and closed soon at night. I find that this house is very little frequented. There is not much chance of my making many acquaintances here, and I do not know who to go and see, having no introductions to anyone.

Francis Mackenzie, Overland from Auckland to Wellington in 1853

Texte écrit par un officier de l'armée, trouvé à la National Library of NZ.

Ben oui, quoi, il n'était pas en résidence au Randell Cottage, lui!