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Q&A

Bruce Pilbrow Chief executive of Spirit of Adventure Trust

What is one place you would take every visitor to New Zealand, and why?

Hauraki Gulf is one of our best-kept secrets, especially if you are on the water. There are so many hidden bays and places to explore. One of our favourite things is to paddle board into Waiheke’s Man O’ War Bay to enjoy a glass of Exiled pinot gris and some cheese, and appreciate the sun, setting and beauty.

What is your secret backyard favourite spot?

I am a huge fan of Glenorchy. We simply love it there. The water, tramping, mountainbiking and incredible bakery at Mrs Woolly’s General Store. A sourdough baguette with a good coffee on a cold day is magical.

What is your favourite place for a pie/coffee?

Best pie is from Pioneer Pies in old Albany Village. Rock up and sit at a picnic table on the busy road. Add tomato sauce and it is heaven. My favourite coffee is at home on the deck overlooking Lake Pupuke. I am passionate about coffee so it is best left in my capable hands, though my wife Amanda is the coffee master.

What is one spot that is at the top of your bucket list?

Last year, we did a sabbatical around New Zealand in a campervan for four months. It’s so easy to take what we have for granted. We are truly blessed in Aotearoa. We didn’t get to Stewart Island, so that is next on the list.

Spirit of Adventure Trust is a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to the development of youth. It has partnered with Jed’s Coffee to launch Jed’s Give Back Bean Bags, available in supermarkets.

Staying safe

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