Delivery to NZ

For those of you still watching I'm sure you can see our progress on the
tracker. The shortest route to Tauranga is around Cape Reinga to the
north of North Island. Our next option is via Cook Strait and skirt
around North Island to approach Tauranga from the East - 200nm further.
The later option may have the advantage of better winds, but will the
extra speed offset the increased distance? There are currents that flow
around the north of NZ and down the east coast - another argument against
the Cook Strait option. But if there is not enough wind for the Cape
Reinga route we may not have sufficient fuel to get us all the way home.
Such are the factors facing the navigator/tactician, especially when
trying to second guess the weather in 5 to 8 days time. So we have
decided to head due east, half way between each option and make our
decision in 3 days time. It will add only 20nm to our journey but keeps
both options open. If anyone with local knowledge has any suggestions -
please let Grace know so she can pass the info on. We are not racing, so
outside assistance gratefully received. Richard.