Is parking available at the property?

Free self parking is available onsite. Parking is limited and is on-site.

What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?

Continental breakfasts are available daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee of approximately NZD 16 for adults and children.

Are pets allowed at the property?

No pets are allowed at this property. Service animals are exempt from this policy.

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 2:00 PM until 8:00 PM, and check-out is at 10:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, but additional charges may apply.

What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?

The property offers limited wheelchair accessibility, including step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities in public areas. However, specific details about room accessibility should be confirmed directly with the property.

What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?

The property is located within a 5-minute walk of the Westcoast Wildlife Centre and Waiho Hot Tubs. It is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Glacier Hot Pools and 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from Te Wahipounamu.

What are the policies for guests staying with children?

Children are welcome at the property. However, rollaway or extra beds are not available, and cribs are not provided.

What are the policies regarding extra beds and cribs?

The property does not offer cribs or rollaway beds. Extra beds are not available, and children are welcome without additional bedding.

Punga Grove Motel in Franz Josef Glacier

Average nightly price at Punga Grove by month, last 12 months (USD)
Month	Average price
January	US$162
February	US$177
March	US$190
April	US$114
May	US$85
June	US$87
July	US$80
August	US$85
September	US$108
October	US$104
November	US$147
December	US$144

What guests think

At Punga Grove, travelers highlight spacious, well-equipped rooms with fireplaces or kitchenettes and private decks facing rainforest, a walkable location near restaurants and activities, and generally warm, helpful service that includes thoughtful touches like heating or umbrellas prepared before arrival.

Guests frequently praise cleanliness and the peaceful, private feel among greenery. Common downsides include early morning light from high or thin blinds, patchy Wi-Fi or TV reception, and occasional maintenance or housekeeping lapses. Overall, expect comfortable, roomy motel-style accommodation suited to exploring Franz Josef.

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Facilities

Guests appreciate convenient parking and in-room amenities like kitchenettes, gas fireplaces, private decks/patios, and occasional spa baths. Heating is effective and rooms are well equipped for longer stays.

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Jan

24 Mar 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Short walk to food and helicopter port. Easy parking. Our room had a great fireplace.

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Michael

24 Jan 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The room, I think it was an executive suite, was very comfortable and quiet. We loved that it looked into some forest so it felt very private. We ate meals on the deck. The kitchenette had all the basic tools we needed. The fireplace was extra cozy and warmed the room quickly. The jetted tub was so relaxing after a day of hiking! Overall, we loved it and would recommend and stay again.

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Georg

23 Feb 2026

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Stayed 1 night

Sehr geräumiges Zimmer mit Küche und schönem Bad

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colleen

8 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I loved this place! Easy and friendly check-in, big comfy space, very clean and comfortable. Staff is excellent, happy and helpful . Parking ideally convenient. Slept super good in comfortable well appointed bed. I'd love to come back.

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Rob

28 Feb 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Beautiful, spacious room with lovely patio right next to some rainforest (we didn't really get to us it, unfortunately, because it was raining the night we were there). Also very close to all food options

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Andrew

14 Jun 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Great stay, Executive room was excellent, good size, brilliant gas fire, excellent water pressure, pleasant friendly service, would stay here again.

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Yvette

15 Jan 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

Very friendly staff. Large room with a kitchenette. It was nice that there was a mosquito screen on the bathroom window. The Wi-Fi was okay. Two drawbacks: there's a high window that can't be blacked out, so it gets light in the room early. Also, the smoke alarm is mounted on a cabinet. The flashing light from that alarm is clearly visible in the dark when you're lying in bed. Otherwise, we had a pleasant stay and it's within walking distance of the city center.

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Denis

23 Feb 2026

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Stayed 3 nights

Chambre avec salle de bain équipée d'une baignoire spa et un petite terrasse donnant directement sur une colline arborée.. Le seul bémol pour ma.part.c'est qu'il y a une fenêtre à 4 mètres de hauteur non équipée de rideaux occultants, de ce fait pour peu que cela soit ensoleillé vous êtes réveillé avant 7h.. Sinon rien à redire, j'ai beaucoup utilisé la terrasse car plus pratique que le meuble à l'intérieur...Ah si la réception satellite est très mauvaise voire inexistante lorsqu'un grosse averse survient.. De ce fait, il n'y a plus qu'à aller marcher sous la.pluie..

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Tom

9 Feb 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Our room was a self contained unit. It was great!

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Soonwoo

1 Feb 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Spacious, kitchen

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Cleanliness

Most reviews describe rooms and apartments as clean and well kept. A few note issues such as a stained bedspread, a dirty unit, or minor bathroom repairs needed.

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colleen

8 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I loved this place! Easy and friendly check-in, big comfy space, very clean and comfortable. Staff is excellent, happy and helpful . Parking ideally convenient. Slept super good in comfortable well appointed bed. I'd love to come back.

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Julie

17 Mar 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent location. Clean and comfortable room.

10

Jia Yin

17 Dec 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Staff is very nice, orovided the basic information on arrival. Property is well kept and clean.

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John

22 Oct 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Friendly staff, clean room, heater was switched on making everything warm for our arrival. Would stay again.

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Judith

20 Apr 2024

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Stayed 1 night

A very friendly and helpful manager greeted us at reception. The room was very comfortable, clean and spacious. Heating was a bonus as was a good kitchen and lounge area.

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Lars

24 Feb 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Tiny House war dreckig, sehr schade!

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Fransina

10 Aug 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Was adequate. Bit tired and bathroom had broken bits needed repairing. Bedspread was stained

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Nicola

9 Feb 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Staff were friendly and accommodation was clean and comfortable.

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Steven

14 Mar 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very nice, comfortable, clean, well-appointed

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kylie

17 Sept 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

This was a lovely place to stay. Really appreciated the fireplace being on when we arrived. The room was well laid out and very clean. Only complaint was the scaffolding around the place (was not noisy though).

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Rooms

Rooms are spacious and comfortable with kitchenettes, some fireplaces or spa baths, and decks/patios overlooking lush rainforest that feel private and quiet. Drawbacks noted across reviews include early morning light from high or thin blinds and inconsistent Wi-Fi or TV reception.

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Michael

24 Jan 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The room, I think it was an executive suite, was very comfortable and quiet. We loved that it looked into some forest so it felt very private. We ate meals on the deck. The kitchenette had all the basic tools we needed. The fireplace was extra cozy and warmed the room quickly. The jetted tub was so relaxing after a day of hiking! Overall, we loved it and would recommend and stay again.

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Daniel

28 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The only negative was the heat was still ON when it was already hot and stuffy outside. No AC so we didn’t have the greatest sleep. Otherwise a very nice place to stay for the night. Right next to a TON of activities.

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Rachel

10 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely huge apartment with loft bedroom, comfortable & warm, just like home! Hubby loved having full Sky tv access for Sunday sports!

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Jasmine

2 Mar 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We had a great stay at Punga Grove! It was a perfect place to lay our heads after a long travel day. It was such a nice feeling to get out of the car with our tired, grumpy, restless kids, and be greeted with such warmth and kindness from the person at the front desk. We all perked up immediately. The loft suite was perfect for our family of five. The room was very tidy, and the beds were comfortable.

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Peter

4 Mar 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Only able to get WiFi when sitting on the toilet. It is 2024 and good WiFi should be a given!

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Yvette

15 Jan 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

Very friendly staff. Large room with a kitchenette. It was nice that there was a mosquito screen on the bathroom window. The Wi-Fi was okay. Two drawbacks: there's a high window that can't be blacked out, so it gets light in the room early. Also, the smoke alarm is mounted on a cabinet. The flashing light from that alarm is clearly visible in the dark when you're lying in bed. Otherwise, we had a pleasant stay and it's within walking distance of the city center.

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Denis

23 Feb 2026

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Stayed 3 nights

Chambre avec salle de bain équipée d'une baignoire spa et un petite terrasse donnant directement sur une colline arborée.. Le seul bémol pour ma.part.c'est qu'il y a une fenêtre à 4 mètres de hauteur non équipée de rideaux occultants, de ce fait pour peu que cela soit ensoleillé vous êtes réveillé avant 7h.. Sinon rien à redire, j'ai beaucoup utilisé la terrasse car plus pratique que le meuble à l'intérieur...Ah si la réception satellite est très mauvaise voire inexistante lorsqu'un grosse averse survient.. De ce fait, il n'y a plus qu'à aller marcher sous la.pluie..

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Geoffrey

24 Jan 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Great location in walking distance from everything but surrounded by thick rainforest which gives it a very private feel. Spacious rooms and comfortable furnishings.

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Ed

21 Dec 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Great room with a view of a small rain forest. Comfortable and close to town.

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Jessica

10 Jan 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very close to shops and attractions. Easy parking. Lovely glass indoor patio gave a feel of being close to nature. Upstairs blinds were not very good at blocking out light for sleeping in Summer. Be aware if travelling with young children their bedroom is downstairs and master is a loft upstairs. Toilet access downstairs. Lovely area to stay in.

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Service

Staff are frequently praised as friendly, welcoming, and helpful, offering local tips, turning on heating or fireplaces before arrival, lending umbrellas, and accommodating late check-ins. One guest reported difficulty returning a key early when reception was unattended.

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Robert

3 Sept 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Receptionist was great

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Gillian

16 Aug 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Staff very welcoming & friendly. Heating was on in the room on a cold afternoon for our arrival.

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John

22 Oct 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Friendly staff, clean room, heater was switched on making everything warm for our arrival. Would stay again.

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Kim

13 Oct 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great comfortable stay. Friendly staff and very helpful. Beds were super comfy. Lovely clean and spacious 2 bedroom apartment. Would highly recommend. Within walking distance to Main Street and attractions.

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Glen

18 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Our unit was fabulous, and the staff were amazing happy to lend us umbrellas to go out to tea. Highly recommend to everyone

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Bruce

30 Oct 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Very friendly managers and check in was quick and pleasant and we were given lots of information about the town and restaurants. Parking was easy and the hotel is close to everything. Beautiful room, the fire place was such a nice touch on a cold day in Franz Josef. Would definitely stay here again and recommend it ton anyone wanting a great stay in Franz Josef.

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Darcie

4 Dec 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

The best accommodation I stayed in during my NZ travels. Beautiful rooms, comfortable bed, great kitchen etc. From the room, you have a wonderful view of nature from the patio. The Australian manager (can't remember his name unfortunately), at check-in, was very friendly and took the time to share the best walks and restaurants in the area. I can't recommend this hotel enough.

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Christopher

23 Aug 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Property was a close walk to the downtown area and easy access to get back on the road. I liked the room a lot and it felt private and was quiet. Check-in was easy and the staff was friendly. The only issue I had was checking out early. I ended up locking the key in the room because no one was at the front desk and there was no drop box for the key.

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Scott

23 Apr 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very friendly service, shown to our room. They are obviously putting the effort in - very happy customers here.

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Steve

19 Oct 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Every thing about our visit here was fantastic. The lady running reception (sadly I didn’t get her name) was exceptional. Nothing was an issue for her. Rooms are great, it’s close to town. Will 100% go back there. Highly recommend.

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Location

Central and walkable to restaurants, shops, hot pools, helicopter departures, and glacier walks, while still feeling private among rainforest. Parking and road access are easy for onward travel.

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Frank

4 Aug 2023

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Stayed 1 night

We were made to feel very welcome at this property. The manager was very courteous and helpful on our arrival. The room was comfortable, clean and tidy. Amenities very good. Close to town dining, shopping options, and the hot pools 3 minutes walk away

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Jan

24 Mar 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Short walk to food and helicopter port. Easy parking. Our room had a great fireplace.

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troy

16 Mar 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This is a great place for a family to stay. Nearby shops and restaurants.

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Gregory

17 Mar 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Perfect size unit for our 2 night stay. Lots of dining options and close to glaciers and hiking

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Nicole

24 Dec 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Very nice and comfortable stay Very friendly staff Walking distance to everything Easy parking too We will be back

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Kim

13 Oct 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great comfortable stay. Friendly staff and very helpful. Beds were super comfy. Lovely clean and spacious 2 bedroom apartment. Would highly recommend. Within walking distance to Main Street and attractions.

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Yvette

15 Jan 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

Very friendly staff. Large room with a kitchenette. It was nice that there was a mosquito screen on the bathroom window. The Wi-Fi was okay. Two drawbacks: there's a high window that can't be blacked out, so it gets light in the room early. Also, the smoke alarm is mounted on a cabinet. The flashing light from that alarm is clearly visible in the dark when you're lying in bed. Otherwise, we had a pleasant stay and it's within walking distance of the city center.

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Sam

18 Jun 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

An amazing location that is a short drive from the glacier and great walks, and helicopter flights.

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Geoffrey

24 Jan 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Great location in walking distance from everything but surrounded by thick rainforest which gives it a very private feel. Spacious rooms and comfortable furnishings.

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Dawn

23 Jan 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location, warm welcome, good sized room with comfortable bed and unusual patio backing directly onto rainforest.

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Deluxe King Studio

Two-Bedroom Apartment

Two Bedroom Loft

Executive Studio with Fireplace

One-Bedroom Apartment

Standard Twin Room

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4	5	6	7	8	9	10
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18	19	20	21	22	23 $107	24 $155
25 $121	26 $144	27 $133	28 $127	29 $158	30 $127	31 $125

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1 $182	2 $165	3 $182	4 $165	5 $185	6 $138	7 $165
8	9 $185	10	11	12	13	14 $194
15	16 $187	17	18 $185	19 $198	20	21 $183
22	23 $145	24	25	26 $182	27 $199	28
29 $199	30