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	Fell mountain railway system - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		The only surviving Fell locomotive, New Zealand Government Railways H class 199, is preserved at the Fell Engine Museum, Featherston, New Zealand, near the Rimutaka Incline.
		The Rewanui Incline on the West Coast of New Zealand's South Island used a Fell rail for braking from its opening in 1914 to 1965.
		The Roa Incline on the West Coast of New Zealand's South Island used a Fell rail for braking.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Fell_mountain_railway_system (508 words)

	Featherston, New Zealand
		The township of Featherston lies 40km southwest of Masterton at the foot of the Rimutaka Ranges.
		This area was first surveyed about 1840 for the New Zealand Land Company, and the town was named after a senior government official who decided that a settlement should be established here.
		During the second world war there was a camp for Japanese prisoners of war in Featherston.
	www.planetware.com /new-zealand/featherston-nz-wt-f.htm (124 words)

	Insight Travel On-line > Places > New Zealand > Accommodation (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-14)
		A 348-page guidebook containing description of the country's main attractions, as well as a features section covering New Zealand's history and culture, ranging from classic Maori art to its love of outdoor adventure; and a Travel Tips section with contact addresses and numbers.
		More New Zealanders are opening their homes to thousands of visitors each year, whether in the form of a B&B, Homestay, Farmstay, Barnstay or Vineyardstay.
		There are a large number of B&B properties in New Zealand cities, towns and rural locations ranging from historic and heritage buildings to boutique B&Bs, guesthouses and inns.
	www.insightguides.com /ig2/places/new_zealand/accommodation.asp (470 words)

	RNZIH - Horticulture Pages - Weeds - Some Useful Books (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-14)
		Taylor, R.L. Weeds of lawns, pasture and lucerne in New* Zealand.
		Several of these titles are available from the New Zealand Plant Protection Society, Manaaki Whenua Press, and Touchwood Books.
		Weedbusters is a weeds awareness and education programme that aims to protect New Zealand's environment from the increasing weed problem.
	www.rnzih.org.nz /pages/weedreadlist.htm (750 words)

	New Zealand Agriculture : Cattle Animals : Farming New Zealand Livestock & Rural Pets
		New Zealand agriculture and cattle animals directory offering a selection of cattle animals, dairy farming, forestry, research and veterinary services in New Zealand.
		New Zealand agriculture and cattle animals information for an extensive selection of professional companies and services, including cattle animals, dairy farming, forestry, research and veterinary services and other businesses relevant to agriculture and cattle animals New Zealand.
		Rawahi Romney Stud Lake Ferry Featherston New Zealand - www.nzrams.co.nz - Rawahi Romney Stud stock are bred on the shores of Lake Ferry in the full force of the Cook Strait southerlies.
	www.newzealandnz.co.nz /links/Agriculture/Cattle_Animals (625 words)

	CIA - The World Factbook 2002 -- New Zealand (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-14)
		New Zealand's full participation in number of defense alliances lapsed by the 1980s.
		New Zealand is heavily dependent on trade - particularly in agricultural products - to drive growth, and it has been affected by the global economic slowdown and the slump in commodity prices.
		Thus far the New Zealand economy has been relatively resilient, achieving about 3% growth in 2001, but the New Zealand business cycle tends to lag the US cycle by about six months, so the worst of the downturn may not hit until mid-2002.
	www.umsl.edu /services/govdocs/wofact2002/geos/nz.html (1005 words)

	Japanese - Featherston prisoner of war camp - Te Ara Encyclopedia of New Zealand
		But in 1942–43 the New Zealand government brought in 868 prisoners of war from Guadalcanal.
		One New Zealander was killed and six were wounded.
		A military court of enquiry exonerated New Zealand, but acknowledged the fundamental psychological and racial differences between captor and captive, and the lack of a common language.
	www.teara.govt.nz /NewZealanders/NewZealandPeoples/Japanese/2/ENZ-Resources/Standard/3/en (600 words)

	FEATHERSTON - 1966 Encyclopaedia of New Zealand
		Featherston is situated on flat land in the Wairarapa Valley near the junction of the Tararua and Rimutaka Ranges.
		At South Featherston, 2 miles to the south, there is a dairy factory which produces butter and cheese; it also operates a large piggery.
		Featherston Highway Board took over the administration of town affairs on 14 September 1872 and in 1917 borough status was attained.
	www.teara.govt.nz /1966/F/Featherston/Featherston (504 words)

	New Zealand Travel, Accommodation, Tours, Vacation, Rental Car - Experience New Zealand Travel Agent
		Whether it be a Luxury New Zealand vacation or an all out New Zealand adventure, we can create the perfect holiday for you incorporating our New Zealand Accomodation recommendations.
		Alternatively, you may like to travel as part of a guided New Zealand tour, or if you are seeking the independence that a New Zealand motorhome or New Zealand rental car provides, we can find the best match for you.
		The New Zealand tours and personal guides we recommend each strive to offer exciting and unique experiences not always available to the casual visitor.
	www.experiencenz.com (434 words)

	Featherston Urban Area Community Profile(published)
		The unemployment rate in Featherston was 10.6 percent, compared with 7.5 percent for all of New Zealand.
		The average household size in Featherston was 2.5 people, compared with 2.7 for all of New Zealand.
		For dwellings that were rented, the average weekly rent paid for permanent private dwellings in Featherston was $115, compared with $174 for New Zealand as a whole.
	www2.stats.govt.nz /domino/external/web/CommProfiles.nsf/FindInfobyArea/266-ua (571 words)

	Category:Cities and towns in New Zealand - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		This category is for articles relating to the cities and towns of New Zealand.
		List of main streets of New Zealand cities
		This page was last modified 06:38, 16 March 2006.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Category:Cities_and_towns_in_New_Zealand (105 words)

	Rimutaka Incline Railway, a tourist heritage railway proposal for New Zealand
		The Railway will be a unique tourist attraction for Wellington and New Zealand, and a major contributor to the regional economy.
		A new walkway will be required to provide for existing uses of the railway formation.
		New route map of the heritage railway project, with a page for each station and section of the proposed heritage railway.
	www.rimutaka-incline-railway.org.nz (771 words)

	CyberSleuths - Crime Awareness
		Post-mortems carried out on NSW murder victims -- (ABC News) Post mortem examinations have been carried out on the bodies of two young children and their grandfather who were killed in Wilberforce, north-west of Sydney yesterday.
		New information -- (CBC) Ottawa police say the man who killed Ardeth Wood may have returned to the scene of the crime the next day.
		Prosecutor Who Won Skakel Conviction reacts skeptically to new claim -- (Fox) Bridgeport state's attorney Jonathan Benedict asked a Superior Court judge to order Skakel's defense to turn over details of its new evidence, including the names of anyone allegedly implicated in the 1975 murder of Martha Moxley.
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	Wairarapa New Zealand Holiday Home Accommodation : Wairarapa New Zealand Baches
		Wairarapa, New Zealand holiday homes and baches offer a variety of accommodation styles to suit any budget.
		Wairarapa, New Zealand has a great selection of holiday homes and baches providing all the comforts of home.
		A self contained, stylish, new house has been designed to make the most of the magnificent coastline views and spectacular sunsets.
	www.tourism.net.nz /region/wairarapa/accommodation/holiday-homes (565 words)

	Cottage Accomodation - Coe-Zee Cottage Featherston New Zealand (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-14)
		Cottage Accomodation - Coe-Zee Cottage Featherston New Zealand
		Conveniently situated just 0.8 kilometres north of Featherston on State Highway 2, and 150 metres down Green’s Road, the cottage is a mere five minutes drive to the shops or the railway station.
		It offers the opportunity for you and your partner to get away from it all and to relax in a peaceful rural setting, a long way away from the stress and clamour of the city.
	www.coe-zee.co.nz (76 words)

	The World Factbook 2000 -- New Zealand
		Background: The British colony of New Zealand became an independent dominion in 1907 and supported the UK militarily in both World Wars.
		New Zealand withdrew from a number of defense alliances during the 1970s and 1980s.
		New Zealand's heavy dependence on trade leaves its growth prospects vulnerable to economic performance in Asia, Europe, and the US.
	www.exportinfo.org /worldfactbook/newzealand_WFB.html (1049 words)

	Welcome to Featherston County (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-14)
		Near the southern tip of the North Island, and just an hour's drive north from Wellington along State Highway 2, Featherston is your reward for braving the short but spectacular 'hill road' from Upper Hutt.
		As you drive into the township, the broad flat valley stretches seaward - inviting you to explore the unique wetlands and lush sheep and dairy country on the road to the sensational South Wairarapa coast.
		Beyond Featherston, SH2 runs up the Wairarapa to Hawkes Bay, the un-crowded east coast, offering a practical route to all parts of the central North Island.
	www.featherstoncounty.com /contents.htm (291 words)

	New Zealand Association for Animal Health and Crop Protection
		New Zealand Association for Animal Health and Crop Protection
		Agcarm is developing a guide for preparing labels, for animal health and crop protection products, that meet the requirements of the Hazardous Substances and New Organisms Act 1996 and the Agricultural Compounds and Veterinary Medicines Act 1997.
		At present the guide is very much in draft form, and special care must be taken when using it – refer to the disclaimer in the guide.
	www.agcarm.co.nz (259 words)

	Alan Williams Family History - pafg49 - Generated by Personal Ancestral File (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-14)
		Jacob Arthur Gooding was born on 31 Jul 1897 in Featherstone.
		Charles Raymond Gooding was born on 13 Sep 1912 in Featherstone.
		Ethel Burling [Parents] was born on 22 Jul 1878 in Greytown.
	homepage.ntlworld.com /alan.williams23/pafg49.htm (279 words)

	Fulbright New Zealand
		If you're a New Zealander considering a US university education, this is the place to start.
		If you're an American considering a New Zealand university education, this is the place to start.
		We cover all the basics; the New Zealand university system, student visas, what you need to pack and more...
	www.fulbright.org.nz (113 words)

	Luxury Lodge Accommodation in New Zealand Wharekauhau Country Estate
		In 1998 and 2004 Wharekauhau received a Grand Award from Andrew Harper's Hideaway Report and in 2003 received New Zealand's first and only "Best of Award of Excellence" from Wine Spectator magazine receiving this again in 2004.
		We visited Wharekauhau, a 5,000 acre sheep ranch/luxury resort on the southern coast of New Zealand in November, 2004.
		The lodging was 6 star, the surroundings were beautiful and breathtaking, and the service, meals, and wines as good as anywhere on the planet.
	www.wharekauhau.co.nz (303 words)

	Alan Williams Family History - pafg28 - Generated by Personal Ancestral File
		Alfred immigrated on 2 Jan 1842 to Port Nicholson.
		She died on 9 Sep 1933 in New Zealand.
		Walter Edward Gooding was born on 17 Oct 1883 in Featherston.
	homepage.ntlworld.com /alan.williams23/pafg28.htm (593 words)

	baldwin-steam.org.nz home page
		Restoring century-old New Zealand Baldwin locomotives Wb 292, Wb 299 and Wd 356 to steam.
		Remains of Wb 292 beside Coal Creek, Seddonville, West Coast of the South Island, New Zealand PHOTO: Hugh McCracken.
		The Rimutaka Incline Railway plans to reinstate a tourist heritage railway including Fell-worked incline between Upper Hutt and Featherston, Wellington, New Zealand.
	www.baldwin-steam.org.nz (129 words)

	New Zealand (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-14)
		For further information about the New Zealand market, please consult the Country Commercial Guide, prepared annually by the U. Commercial Service.
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		New Zealand Guardian Trust Head Office vero centre, Level 7, 48 Shortland Street, PO box 1934 Auckland
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	Wharekauhau Country Estate - Luxury resorts Featherston New Zealand resorts -
		The resident chefs will tempt you with classic cuisine inspired by the flavors of France and Italy - where lighter food is paramount - complemented by a fine wine selection of New Zealand vintages.
		It is a pastoral paradise that has been described as one of the most spectacular farms on earth, and will captivate you with its relaxing atmosphere, charm and gracious character.
		Drive from Wellington along State Highway 2 through the Hutt Valley, then to Featherston.
	www.circumvista.com /wharekauhau.html (361 words)

	Escarpment Vineyard New Zealand Wineries Wairarapa Wineries Featherston & Districts Wineries Welcome (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-14)
		With respected winemaker Larry McKenna applying his distinctive skill to what he does best - making premium wine - the result is some of New Zealand's most layered, flavoursome and complex wines.
		When it comes to its flagship wine, the Pinot Noir, Escarpment promises rewarding adventure into exciting new territory - as is the New Zealand approach to this renowned varietal of wine.
		Visiting us is getting a local taste of New Zealand wines, New Zealand dining, New Zealand cuisine, New Zealand restaurants and New Zealand restaurant.
	www.resto.co.nz /Wineries/Wairarapa/Featherston__Districts/Escarpment_Vineyard_rmp=0_IDM=578_IDP=1_idh=10000_Welcome_.html (344 words)

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	www.scoop.co.nz (3407 words)

	Featherston Restaurants: Dining at Wharekauhau Country Estate, Featherston, New Zealand
		Featherston Restaurants: Dining at Wharekauhau Country Estate, Featherston, New Zealand
		Complemented by a fine range of New Zealand vintages, and attentive personal service.
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	www.slh.com /new_zealand/featherston/restaurants_haunew.html (117 words)

	Wharekauhau Country Estate - New Zealand Lodges, Featherston, Wellington, Kapiti Coast & Wairarapa, New Zealand ...
		New Zealand Lodges : Wharekauhau Country Estate, Featherston, Wellington, Kapiti Coast and Wairarapa, NZ NZ Accommodation By Town
		New Zealand’s most exclusive country estate set on a spectacular 5000 acre sheep station overlooking Palliser Bay.
		New Zealand wide delivery, same day in Auckland.
	www.kiwiaccommodation.com /accommodation/details/49.php (226 words)

	Featherston Lodge New Zealand Accommodation NZ
		Featherston Lodge New Zealand Accommodation NZ Featherston Lodge New Zealand Accommodation NZ NZ Accommodation By Town
		Featherston Lodge New Zealand Accommodation NZ Featherston Lodges
		New Zealand’s most exclusive country estate set on a spectacular 5000 acre sheep station overlooking...
	www.kiwiaccommodation.com /town/Featherston/Lodge.php (154 words)

	HELICOPTER DAY TRIPS .:. Wharekauhau .:. luxury Lodge Accommodation New Zealand
		After a gourmet picnic lunch, you are taken across the calm waters by launch to an exclusive lodge for a pampering massage, swim or hot spa upon request.
		An afternoon featuring the freshest New Zealand food and finest wine will be enjoyed beside the quiet water of the Sounds.
		And when you’re sufficiently relaxed, a helicopter will return you to Wharekauhau where your host will farewell you and your soul will thank you.
	www.wharekauhau.co.nz /helidaytrips.html (289 words)

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