From a township in South Africa to the Kepler Track Great Walk – Sue and her husband Ajit are living her outdoor dreams Photo: Sue Surjupersad

Unlikely trampers

December 2019

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Growing up in a South African township, Sue Surjupersad could only dream about experiencing nature. But when she emigrated to New Zealand, she turned that dream into reality

It was five years ago, and we had returned to our Kiwi mate’s place in Mt Eden after watching a rugby game at Eden Park. In high spirits, fuelled by Glayva shots, we agreed to do the Tongariro Alpine Crossing. Our mate, being an accomplished tramper, rather gingerly texted the next morning: ‘Are you still […]
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