Strange Phenomenon

Press, Volume CII, Issue 30155, 12 June 1963, Page 6

Strange Phenomenon

At Holiday Resort

A lake of massive proportions which rises and falls perceptibly and regularly every five minutes, day and night, has puzzled geologists for several generations. People who live nearby—the “Natives,” asxit were—have an explanation for the phenomenon. They say: “The heart c& the South Island beats under Lake Wakatipu’s waters.” Yes, the Irke is New Zealand’s most beautiful southern waterway, 52 miles from end to end following the curve of the .shoreline, 115 square miles in area and well over If 00ft deep in parts. In tribute to its crystal clarity, local people also 'say you can put its water straight into a car battery in place of distilled water! Set amid such grea’ beauty, served by a host of pleasure craft and enjoying a pleasant, surprisingly dry climate, the principal town on Wakatipu’s shore—Queenstown—is naturally a meccs for holidaymakers all year round. The best place to stay is friendly Eichardt's Hotel, one of the Tourist Hotel Corporation's notable chain of pleasure resorts It’s always wisd to book for Eichardt’s. Your travel agent will se to it —Advt.