Gondola & Luge rides, Rotorua, Saturday the 4th of February.

All new boarders travelled across to Rotorua in two buses, as Bennett and Sutherland Houses, accompanied by Hostel staff, Years 12 & 13 Prefects and Senior leaders.

The two activities for the day were Mountain-Biking in the Redwood forest under the guidance of instructors from  'Planet Bike'.

The other group experienced a return trip up Mt Ngongotaha in a Gondola, and 5 Luge rides each on a misty and slippery track to the bottom of the chairlift.

There were a few spills and thrills with lots of laughter and enjoyment evident over the course of the day.

Both groups then met up at 'Planet Bike' for lunch before swapping over activities.

A wonderful start to our 2-weekend induction programme.