She said Yes!
How to propose in 8 easy steps:
Step 1: Give no indication that you are ready to propose. Act a little blasé or disinterested whenever any related conversations come up. Say that you're definitely not going to do it while travelling New Zealand and Australia.
Step 2: Order a ring and get it shipped to NZ. Faff around with DHL's unhelpful customs import process and get the forms filled out.
Step 3: Secretly hide the ring in a camera battery charging case.
Step 4: Wake up at 3am and drive down the coast to Kaikōura. Walk part way up Mt Fyffe to a wonderfully scenic view point.
Step 5: Set up your camera to "film the sun rising".
Step 6: Watch the sun rise. Enjoy the colours in the sky. Enjoy each other's company. Enjoy the moment.
Step 7: Get on one knee and ask the question. Hold back the tears and get the words out.
Step 8: Wait for her to say yes.
(She said yes).