Couldn't agree with you more mate.
Went down to the wharf yesterday, caught 30 kawhai (2 to 4 pounds) And was home again in less than 2 Hours. 5 Minutes drive from home.
If I want to go flying airfeild is only 2 minutes from home.Hunting in the high country= less than 20 minutes in a chopper or 1.5hrs drive.Jet ski, waterski,diving,sailing,to name a few are right on my back doorstep.
What more could one want.
Australia