CHAPTER 15By the second week in November and one month before the end of the term and academic year, the Southern Hemisphere spring weather in Auckland was hot with occasional thunderstorms that would roll in, drop drenching showers and disappear. Within moments the sun would return and water on the roads would evaporate faster than those caught without a coat or umbrella could change into dry clothes.
By her second visit, Karla had already noticed a change at Westview Intermediate since Belinda had moved there. There were still the Year 8s who were leaving at the end of the year to move onto one of two high schools in the suburb who were inclined to misbehave but overall the tone of the school had improved. The staff also appeared more relaxed and this reflected in the students, especial
