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'It's beautiful, look at that!' – Sir Paul McCartney has special message for Kiwi fans after touching down in NZ

December 14, 2017

Sir Paul McCartney has touched down in New Zealand ahead of his Auckland show on Saturday and he has a special message for his Kiwi fans.

The former Beatles star posted a short clip to his Facebook page from what is believed to be Hawke's Bay, where he gushes over the beautiful scenery behind him.

"Hey there, so I finally got to New Zealand, wow, it's been a little while. It's beautiful, look at that!" He says gesturing behind him at the ocean.

Sir Paul looks to be ready for his gig at Mount Smart stadium.

"Looking forward to the gig on Saturday night in Auckland. Hope to see you there.

"Come on, let's rock!"

He was last in the country in 1993 as part of his New World Tour.

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