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Our primary guide is Suky Thompson, author of the Akaroa Audio Guide, and owner of Akaroa Guided Walks.
Suky lives locally on a small farm and has an in depth knowledge of the area, having studied its history and
produced the Historic Akaroa Database . She has served on its local Community Board and acted as a
heritage and walking advocate for many years. Suky has
guided visitors as diverse as Prime Minister Helen Clark, cruise ship passengers, descendants and specialist
historical groups. She enjoys every guided walk and answering the many and varied questions that arise.
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Our relief guide is Steve Lowndes, former director of the Akaroa Museum, and author of "Akaroa a Short History"
and "Horomaka, Banks Peninsula". Steve also lives on Banks Peninsula and is an expert on its history. Steve currently
serves as an elected Community Board member and works from home as an artist.
Steve is a sought after public speaker at many community events.
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