New Zealand rocks: Wonderful geology experiences you won t believe exist
28 Apr, 2021 06:19 PM
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New Zealand s landscape is full of geological gems. Photo / File, Composite
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Ewan McDonald
Land of volcanoes, glaciers and ancient forests, the diverse geology of Aotearoa is truly astounding. Better yet, it s easily discoverable and accessible.
We ve dug up these top tours and experiences to help you appreciate our unique geology, not take it for granite. Even if you don t know your Cambrian from your Devonian.
Striking profile: Kaiaraara Rock in Whangaroa - also known as the Duke s Nose. Photo / Peter de Graaf
Northland
Source: New Zealand Police (District News)
Police can now release the name of the man who died following a light aircraft crash near Old Man Range, Central Otago, on Wednesday 3 February.
He was Phillip Gordon Pullar, 62, of Central Otago.
Police extend their sympathies to his family and friends.
His death has been referred to the Coroner.
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The funeral for a pilot killed in a light plane crash near Alexandra, will be held today 10 February 2021
Phillip Gordon Pullar died when his Cessna 172 crashed in Old Man Range, Central Otago last Tuesday.
A search and rescue operation began after an emergency beacon was activated the night before.
A death notice for Phillip Puller says he died doing what he loved and the 62-year-old will be missed.
Donations from today s service in Gore will go to the local Search and Rescue.
The CAA is investigating the cause of the crash.
Central Otago fatal plane crash pilot named
4 Feb, 2021 03:24 AM
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The pilot who died in a small plane crash yesterday has been identified as Southland farmer Phillip Gordon Pullar.
The body of 62-year-old Pullar was recovered from the Cessna 172 wreckage by a search and rescue team on Old Man Range, near Alexandra, today.
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Pullar was the only person on board as he flew between Bannockburn and Gore.
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Police confirmed the body of a man was found after the aircraft was located about 3.40am today.
It s understood that rescuers stayed with the wreckage through the night.