The Lonely Islands

The Evolutionary Phenomenon that is New Zealand

My book, The Lonely Islands, was released in July 2021.  The book recounts the origins of New Zealand’s native plants and animals, and how they evolved on these remote islands.

Comprehensive and extensively researched, this is a must for anyone who has an interest in New Zealand’s unusual native life.

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Guiding in New Zealand

I act as guide and tour manager on coach tours, particularly for those with an educational or natural history focus.

On study tours I field guide in the outdoors and deliver lectures.

I also operate small-group tours for private groups as The Inside Story Ltd

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